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I wasn’t ready to move! I loved my house on a quiet street in NW DC with a deck, a large wisteria tree, beautifully landscaped yard anda fish pond. So what was the problem? The bedroom and the […]
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In September of 2023, Bob and I moved to Friends House. It all happened quickly, a mere five months after getting word a place here was available. We were still suffering the after-shocks of buying this place and […]
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Wellness isn’t just about reacting to health challenges – it’s about building habits that support long-term well-being. At Friends House in Sandy Spring, MD, serving the Olney and greater Washington DC area, our senior wellness programs are designed to […]
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There’s something about March that feels different. The light shifts. Windows open. Routines change. We clear out what no longer serves us and begin thinking about what the next season might hold. For many older adults and their […]
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For many older adults (especially soloagers) living alone symbolizes independence, privacy, and the freedom to shape life on one’s own terms. Whether by choice or circumstance, aging solo often becomes a meaningful lifestyle built around routines, self-direction, and […]
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A Fresh Start: Right-Sizing in 2026 A new year naturally invites reflection. As we step into 2026, many older adults are pausing to reassess their daily routines, personal priorities, and, most importantly, whether their current home supports the […]
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When I was about ten years old, Miss Lipscomb arrived in our community and attached herself to our family. I don’t know how it happened, but my gregarious father was the pastor of the Second Presbyterian Church in […]
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In thinking about creativity for seniors, I am astonished by what is happening and what has happened here at Friends House. There were many good things going on when we first came here. I was able to participate […]
