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Meadowood Blog
The People, Places and Perspectives of Meadowood
Interviews with residents and team members. The latest trends in retirement living and real estate. Fun things to do in the area. Tips on wellness and aging well. Just a few reasons to check out the biweekly Meadowood blog. Happy reading!
March 6, 2020
Today, we’re talking with Janet Kovacs, a Meadowood resident of 3½ years. Janet is helping organize “The Residents of Meadowood,” the third session of our Smart Planning series. In an open forum on Wednesday, April 8, participants will hear directly from residents why they made the move to Meadowood. We’re asking Janet to share some of her personal insights about life here — and what she thinks people should consider as they make their decision. When we ask Janet about her experience at Meadowood, she says, “You know, it just […]
February 26, 2020
February is National Bird-feeding Month! In celebration, we wanted to share some tips to enhance your bird-watching experience at Meadowood. Here on our sprawling, 131-acre campus, we’re fortunate to host an abundance of wildlife. Residents of our senior living community in Worcester, PA, have spotted all kinds of creatures, from foxes to deer to rabbits, when they’re out walking our trails or exploring the Meadowood Nature Preserve. Of all of the fascinating varieties of wildlife, though, there’s one species that’s very near and dear to the Meadowood mission: our diverse […]
February 20, 2020
At Meadowood, we understand how daunting downsizing can be. Every one of our residents has had to go through it, and we often hear how nice it is to have gotten rid of the house and the yard and, especially, all the “stuff.” But to get to the serenity of going smaller, you first have to go through an overwhelming multi-step process. It’s downsizing your possessions, fixing up the house, finding a realtor and on and on. It’s stressful, tiring and — for many people — drags on for months […]
May 21, 2019
This month, Meadowood turns 31 years old, however the inspiration for this unique community happened over 37 years ago. A community of neighbors, set on a large, sprawling campus enjoying each other’s company and thriving in a collegiate atmosphere. That was the vision that sparked the initial Board of Directors in 1982 where residents, board and management would come together to create and operate a dynamic community for older adults. Bill and Sylvia Strasburg, the founders of Meadowood Senior Living, took great care when developing Meadowood. Bill wanted to create […]
December 13, 2018
Once you have made the easy decision to move to Meadowood, the real fun begins! Now, you get to design your new home from the ground up. Our Move-In Coordinator, Jenna, will sit down with you and guide you through the process of perfecting your new residence. Your colors, your floor choices, your design and your individual style and taste will all be reflected in your new home at Meadowood. At Meadowood, we offer all the finish and design options you would expect from a custom builder without the hassle […]
November 15, 2018
You’ve likely put a lot of thought into what you want to do when you retire, and often that includes travel plans that last longer than a week or two. Maybe you want to spend time driving an RV around the USA, or you want to take an extended tour across Europe. Maybe you want to go to Italy for a month and learn how to make pasta. Or perhaps you want to go and spend time with new grandchildren or spend winter in a warmer climate. Travel industry writers […]
November 8, 2018
Of all of the spacious and luxurious West Hill English Carriage Homes at Meadowood, the Dunbarton residence is the largest at 2,750 square feet with space to enjoy and make your own. Like all of our Carriage Homes, the Dunbarton is an ideal place for an active, independent lifestyle – surrounded by Meadowood’s thriving community and park-like campus. Ready to explore the Dunbarton residence? Let’s take a look!
November 1, 2018
A crisp wind blows, leaves stir and, if you live at Meadowood, you can simply sit back, sip your coffee or tea and enjoy the fall weather. That’s because you never have to worry about seasonal maintenance here! Without having to do yard work, annual home maintenance or winterization, you’ll have more time to spend as you choose, enjoying the beautiful Meadowood campus with your friends and family. At our community, it can be as simple as enjoying a morning on your own patio, balcony or porch, taking a trek […]
September 19, 2018
When you move into your new home as a part of Meadowood’s welcoming community, you gain so much more than an ideal place to retire. While your entrance fee secures your residence and guaranteed healthcare if needed, your monthly service package covers a host of valuable benefits that serve to enhance and encourage your active lifestyle. Time on your terms Life at Meadowood is maintenance-free, and your monthly service package covers all the services that will enable you to spend your time how you choose – not on yard work, […]
