In The News

Frederick Living was presented with a $10,000 check by Lori Hartzel, Frederick Living’s Gift Shop Manager for the 17th consecutive year. Lori presented the check to Brian Fallon, Vice President of Finance. Each year the money is donated to the Resident Benevolent Care Fund which assists residents who, through no fault of their own, may run out of the f…inances needed to pay for their care. This fund allows residents to remain part of the Frederick Family. Proceeds from the sales at the Gift Shop make the presentation of this check possible. The Gift Shop is open Monday through Friday...

Living a Life of Service Rev. Paul Howells was recently recognized for distinguished leadership to Lutheran Outdoor Ministries (LOM). On Friday, January 12, current LOM leadership hosted a Fireside luncheon for Paul and his wife Carol, celebrating with them the memories and investment they made in the Lutheran camping ministry. I was privileged to share in this affirming event. It is not surprising that Paul would be recognized for a life of service. He served as President of our own Frederick Living Residents Association (FLRA) for a decade. As President he participated in strategic planning retreats, contributed to board taskforce...

A nearly year-long goal was met recently when handmade items were delivered to the Salvation Army in Pottstown by representatives of Busy Hands-Warm Hearts, a needlework group at Frederick Living. Early in the year the group decided to set the goal of making 100 hats, scarves, and/or mittens by December with the intent of donating them to a local charity. Residents who are not members of the group were invited to make such articles also. When another delivery was made there in late October, it was learned that the Salvation Army had a need for the very items already being...

Do you, your family or friends have a car, motorcycle or recreational vehicle that they no longer need? You can help the Frederick Living Resident Benevolent Care Fund by donating your vehicle. The vehicle is towed to a public auction at no cost to you.  It can be a working or non-working vehicle. Frederick Living is working with another non-profit, Melwood, that is reputable and experienced in helping other non-profits benefit from vehicle donations.  For detailed information call Amy Cummings-Leight, Director of Advancement at 610-754-7878 or go to our website at: http://frederickliving.org/giving/donate-your-vehicle/ Vehicle donations qualify for tax deductions to the extent...

Grand Illumination raises over $5,400 for the Benevolent Care Fund!!! For three days, luminaries were shining around the Frederick Living campus. The Grand Illumination was kicked off with a concert by Joanna Mell, harpist. Many donors thoughtfully honored friends and family, remembered family members and friends and were blessed by others and all gave donations to the Benevolent Care Fund to sponsor luminaries. Donors included residents, family members, staff, board members and friends of Frederick Living. The funds raised go to help residents, who through no fault of their own, have outlived their financial resources. We are grateful to Univest...

Frederick Living is excited to announce that our culinary partner – Sodexo – has achieved Showcase Status on our campus!!! Look at all that had to be completed to do so! Sodexo sends a third party in to conduct the audit.  There are 28 different criteria that need to be met.  General Topics include: Sodexo Programming in place & executed well: Mindful-healthy dining SiPS-hydration stations PURform-puree program including forming foods son puree presentation is the same as regular meal Chef Stage center Service Experience-service training program Culinary Foundations training-Kitchen skills training CARES Program-Compassion Accountability Respect Enthusiasm-monthly trainings and weekly “Huddle”...

Frederick Living Grand Illumination to be held Sunday, December 17, 2017 through Tuesday, December 19, 2017 To light a candle illuminates the darkness and invites others in by its brightness – let your light generously shine! We are inviting you to consider participating in our first Grand Illumination at Frederick Living. Luminaries will be placed around our campus and lit on Sunday, December 17th, Monday, December 18th and Tuesday, December 19th. As we plan for this 2017 Grand Illumination event, we know that it takes warm hearts and willing hands working together to ensure success. Please join us this year...

The cold weather has not put up a roadblock with us working hard here at Frederick Living! We are delighted  to say that digging has continued here in the Meadows. The construction team has been working diligently to ensure that these homes are ready for the 18 new families moving in next year! We only have 2 more cottages available! Call 610-754-7878 to see them today!!