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Dear Friends, I moved to this beautiful campus 24 years ago, when I was 68. The first 22 years were spent in a 3-bedroom cottage. Now, I live in an apartment just steps down the hall from our […]
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When Hurricane Ian hit the East Coast of Florida in 2022, I was renting a floor-level condo in New Smyrna Beach. Even though I was six blocks from the beach, the flooding – which nobody expected! – produced […]
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I’m sure many of you remember the topsy-turvy experience of leaving behind your old way of life to move here to Friends House. Even when it is “the right thing to do,” the process of moving is what […]
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At Friends House, creativity is at the heart of our community. Our arts and learning programs offer residents the chance to explore new interests, reignite past passions, and build lasting connections. This October, we’re celebrating the journeys of […]
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Bob Schleichert: A Life Shaped by Craftsmanship At Friends House, we celebrate the diverse talents and passions of our residents. This month, we are thrilled to feature Bob Schleichert, a remarkable individual whose journey highlights a lifelong dedication […]
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Reflections by two Friends House residents, one in Assisted Living and one in Independent Living. When we look out the windows from Haviland Hall-assisted living, we see some interesting trees. One of them is a large Japanese maple, […]
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Many who live at Friends House are seasoned travelers, at home in foreign capitals, tropical paradises, and America’s national parks alike. We love to share memories of youthful adventures even as we plan for our next trip or […]
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Fifty-three years ago, a small group from my church gave a reading at Friends House Retirement Community of Bernard Shaw’s “Don Juan In Hell.” The audience was very appreciative and came up to talk with us afterward. I […]
