Mr. and Mrs. Edward Mingle and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Horan dine in the Independent Living Dining Room.

At a time when many retirement communities across the country are increasing entrance fees and/or monthly service fees, Independent Living at the Masonic Homes in Elizabethtown has announced there will be no rate increases for 1999. Independent Living at the Masonic Homes continues to provide residents with peace of mind in knowing that quality accommodations and services are available within a financially stable environment.

Furthermore, additional plans for Independent Living for 1999 include renovations for an expanded community meeting room, lounge, and coffee shop along with enhancements to the library located in the clubhouse area. The planned renovations come on the heels of 1998 additions which included a new art studio, model railroad club, and finishing room addition to the woodworking shop.

Maintaining rates while improving services in a retirement community generally is an indication of well planned growth. While Independent Living at the Masonic Homes in Elizabethtown is in a position to reap the rewards of such planning, not all retirement communities can make the same claim. In fact, the Masonic Homes at Elizabethtown was recognized as the first continuing care retirement community in the nation to receive top ratings from both the Standard and Poor's and Moody's rating organizations.

If you've been "shopping around" for a retirement community, look no more! By February, there will be 450 Independent Living units at the Masonic Homes in Elizabethtown with a variety of apartments and cottages from which to choose. Whether your choice is an efficiency, a one bedroom apartment, or a two bedroom plus den cottage with basement, porch and garage, now is the time to apply. Not only will you enjoy your accommodations, but also the peace of mind that comes with a financially sound Masonic community.

For more information on Independent Living at the Masonic Homes in Elizabethtown, simply call 1-800-676-6452 or E-mail us at marketingoffice@pagrandlodge.org, be sure to give us your name and phone number and indicate you are interested in Indepedent Living. Staff members are eager to assist you.