Category Archives: Community Story

Welcome Home, Magnolia Gardens Residents

Moving into a brand-new community evokes a variety of emotions, including excitement and genuine happiness. It also sparks the beginning of building lasting relationships with neighbors. As a special sweet welcome for residents, La Plata community Magnolia Gardens recently held their first event – an ice cream social.  About 40 residents were in attendance to enjoy…

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Grateful for Groceries on the Go

In collaboration with Program Manager Pinny Margolius at The Salvation Army Potomac Division Central Area Command and Regional Resident Services Manager Michele Mitchell, Woodlawn community Greens Rolling Road and Dundalk community Greens at Logan Field were fortunate to receive grocery boxes through their Groceries on the Go program. Food insecurity continues to impact residents of…

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A Sham-Rocking St. Patricks Day

Baltimore community Park View at Coldspring's March was nothing short of memorable. From green mustaches for St. Patrick's Day to peacefully coloring bookmarks, residents were truly entertained throughout the month. Nothing says St. Patrick's Day like accessorizing with mustaches and four-leaf clover glasses. The community celebrated the holiday with a hearty brunch of beef kielbasa…

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GEM Spotlight: Digital Milestone for Park View at Ellicott City Residents

On March 13th, nine residents at Park View at Ellicott City I & II celebrated their successful completion of a five-week Google Chromebook literacy program, led by Malarie Burgess, Digital Inclusion Specialist with the Howard County Department of Aging.   Throughout the program, residents gained essential digital skills—including navigating the Chromebook operating system, using apps, sending…

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Growing Community Connections – Stony Brook Youth Revitalize Garden

At Stony Brook, residents aren’t just neighbors—they’re a community. Stony Brook Youth Volunteers, in collaboration with the Healthy Community Action Team (HCAT), took an inspiring step toward a healthier future by rebuilding their beloved community garden.  This initiative, supported by HCAT, provided five brand-new garden beds, replacing damaged ones after a tree fell last year. With…

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Appreciation for Park View at Fullerton Resident Volunteers

For over two years, senior community Park View at Fullerton residents Robin Gurklis, Linda Romeo, Carol Vaulina and Kathy Wolfe have dedicated their time to ensuring that the community is provided with new initiatives and well-thought-out events to directly support the residents. The Baltimore community continues to thrive thanks to Fullerton’s resident volunteers. Through organizing…

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Nourishing Our Communities

Cambridge Commons, located on Maryland's Eastern Shore, received a generous food distribution from the Maryland Food Bank which provides much-needed food assistance to residents.  Food insecurity remains a significant issue for many residents. Lack of nutritious food or access to nutritious food options impacts health, well-being, and economic stability. Households with low or limited incomes are particularly vulnerable to food insecurity. Inflation, high…

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Birthday Bash for Resident Appreciation Week

Resident Appreciation Week has been filled with joy, laughter and well-thought gestures to show residents that their site teams are thankful for them. Columbia community Sierra Woods held a special celebration for residents who had a birthday during the month of February, an exciting event to start the week. As residents entered the community room,…

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A Heartwarming Chili Day at Evergreen Senior Apartments

Residents at Evergreen Senior Apartments recently came together to enjoy a heartwarming and delicious gathering on Valentine’s Day. Organized by the dedicated Evergreen Senior property team, the event was designed to bring residents together over a warm meal, fostering connection and camaraderie during the winter season. This cozy gathering took the form of a community potluck,…

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