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Laurita Portee served on the Friends House Board of Directors from 2018 through June 2025, including time as Clerk. She reflects on what inspired her service and the experiences that mattered most: “How did I come to serve […]
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Bim Schauffler recently completed six years on the Friends House Board of Directors, bringing a lifelong Quaker perspective and deep community roots to the role. Here’s his story: “I’m a life-long Quaker and my family moved to this […]
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Nancy McIntyre has been part of Friends House for 25 years, moving first into one of the original cottages and later to the main building. Here’s her story: “I’ve lived at Friends House for 25 years. I lived […]
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Marilyn Briggs has called Friends House home for eight years, but her connection to the community began more than five decades ago. Here’s her story: “I’ve lived at Friends House for 8 years. However, I’ve known for more […]
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Kendall Anthony has been a resident at Friends House for 17 years and shares her experience: “I moved to Friends House some 17 years ago from very close by in Sandy Spring. Since then, I’ve been involved with […]
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Today, active older adults are looking for more than amenities – they’re looking for connection, autonomy, and meaningful ways to contribute. At Friends House Retirement Community, we not only encourage our residents to stay healthy but also support […]
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A Promise Fulfilled: The Launch of a Program Rooted in Care At Friends House, the heartbeat of our mission has always been grounded in people – their stories, their journeys, and their contributions to our community. In 2025, […]
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At Friends House, community isn’t just about proximity – it’s about fostering rich, purposeful relationships across generations. Research confirms that intergenerational connections offer profound benefits, strengthening emotional well-being, cognitive health, and life satisfaction. We are proud to nurture […]
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Dear Friends, Don’t you wish you could live at Friends House with its many ways of enriching lives? These are only some of the programs we enjoy here! Who’s up for . . . … a nature walk […]
