Join Us and Be Our Neighbor in Independent Living at the Masonic Homes!

In 1994, changing conditions in our lives made it necessary for us to sit down and look at the future. We were deeply involved in a wonderful community with dear family and friends in Lexington, Virginia.

Washington and Lee University, the Virginia Military Institute, the George C. Marshall Library, and the final resting place for the Confederate General Robert E. Lee and Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson made Lexington a community of varied historical tradition and interests and one where we could never say "no" to a request for volunteer service whether it was for the United Way, the Heart or Cancer fund drives, the Scouts, our local hospital, and the work with our church. We had lived there for over 40 years.

We looked forward to a new phase in our lives and began searching for a retirement community -- particularly in the area of our heritage -- in Pennsylvania. The search brought us to the Masonic Homes.

A Master Mason in Pennsylvania since 1954 (never having demitted from Charity Lodge No. 190, Jeffersonville), I came here with my wife to talk to Hollie Smith (Marketing Counselor). We were immediately impressed with the entire situation and grateful that God had pointed the way.

We chose the Masonic Homes for many reasons, among them:
...the warm, friendly and gracious treatment by the employees in every area;
...the wonderful facilities at Independent Living, Residential Living, and the Masonic Health Care Center;
...the care taken of the buildings and grounds; and
...it was in line with our financial plans.

After our application was approved for one of the new Independent Living cottages, we sold our home in Virginia and moved into our new home on September 5, 1997.

We love our new home, have made new friends, enjoy the new meal plan (with superb meals and service), and have become involved in some of the many activities provided. The residents are from broad and diverse backgrounds and are indeed a strong brotherhood.

Our adjustment was made easier with the help of employees too numerous to mention.

We are happy we didn't wait. If you even think to ask -- "AM I DOING THIS TOO LATE?" -- it may already be too late!

Marilyn and Dick Emery
18 Franklin Drive

Call 1-800-676-6452 or e-mail the Marketing Office at marketingoffice@pagrandlodge.org. We will be happy to show you all the reasons why Independent Living at the Masonic Homes is the right option for you now! Don't wait to enjoy the rest of your retirement years among friends.