Mike Conte came to Homeland in April. Since then, he has made friends — “lots of them.” “They’re really nice here,” he said. “I like the people. I like how
Homeland unveiled its Tribute Medallions at a special ceremony held in May at Homeland Center in Uptown Harrisburg. The Tribute Medallions along with a special plaque about Homeland are displayed
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: National honor distinguishes Homeland for quality care for patients and caregivers. Homeland Hospice, a nonprofit hospice program that serves communities throughout Central Pennsylvania, has been named a
SOLD OUT! Wag your tail with a chance to win prizes 365 days of the year, while at the same time helping Homeland with fundraising efforts that support benevolent care programs. This year’s adorable Homeland Lottery Calendar features the lovable
One of Latashia Simmons’ daughters is 13 and doing well, but around age 4, she was diagnosed with cancer. That experience inspired Latashia to become a registered nurse. “Back then, I always said that once her treatments were done, I
It has been 159 years since President Abraham Lincoln traveled to Gettysburg, the site of one of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War. What he said that day in his two-minute speech and the sacrifices soldiers made on that hallowed ground stay
Bob Timpko appeared lost in thought as his fellow Veterans commented after seeing a short film depicting a soldier’s first-hand account of fighting in World War II’s Battle of the Bulge. After the account of Germany’s last-ditch effort to stop
The woman approached Dr. Mark Glick at a conference for survivors of the Holocaust. She had been left for dead in a mass grave in a Nazi labor camp. Glick’s mother, digging ditches, saw signs of life and returned that night to pull the woman out and share her rations.
What goes better with Christmas than the song, “I’m Henry the Eighth, I Am”? Actually, many songs go better with Christmas, and they played throughout the gathering spaces of Homeland for its lively holiday party. But the annual event is big enough to accommodate musical tastes of all kinds, so
The insurance agent called Vicki Fox at Homeland to inquire about her car accident from the previous Friday. The call was a case of mistaken identity, but Vicki had three things to say. First, she didn’t have a car. Second, she had canceled her insurance. “And third, was I hurt,
No time to shop? Looking for a gift for those who have everything? A donation to Homeland Center this holiday season is a perfect gift! Show you care with a contribution in honor of a loved one, a special friend or in memory of a person who made a difference
For Ken Stoner of Etters, discovering his new identity after the death of his beloved wife Sarah has been a difficult journey. With the support of his family and new friends from Homeland Hospice’s men’s breakfast group, Ken is tapping into his creative and entrepreneurial spirit to find new purpose.
Tracey Jennings, Homeland Center’s assistant director of human resources, says she’s always been a people person. “I like people, whether they’re young or old,” says Tracey, who worked with prekindergarten program Head Start for three years before coming to Homeland. “I get along with everybody.” Tracey came to Homeland in
Lynda Vinton’s father often missed school to help support his family. One day, he knocked on the door of his one-room schoolhouse and asked to take the sixth-grade exam. “No point in you taking it,” the teacher shot back. “You’ll not pass it anyway.” To this day, Lynda bristles at
As homes throughout the land glow with holiday traditions, Homeland does the same, ringing with the joys of the season and hopes for peace. Traditional favorites provide opportunities for gatherings among family and friends. A new celebration of Hanukkah and a commemoration of Kristallnacht bring Jewish traditions into the halls
Music, art and photographs transcend time. They can transport us back to defining moments in our lives, and provide peace and comfort when the days are overwhelming. John Good, chaplain for Homeland Hospice, uses images and music to provide a sense of normality for military veterans during their end-of-life journey.
“I got candy!” Kids said it over and over. Whether they got Dum Dums lollipops, Snickers bars, or packs of Smarties, the pint-sized guests of Homeland Center left happy on an eventful evening in late October. Homeland’s annual trick-or-treat night for the family and friends of staff and residents attracted
