Homestead Village: Thrive Where You Are

Meet Jim and Linda Bear

Spying a bear-inspired decorative gourd at her brother’s house about 8 years ago, Linda shared how much she liked it, prompting Jim to try crafting one of his own. Even though he didn’t have the correct tools, he successfully created a “bear” gourd that now resides with them in their cottage at Homestead. Since then, Jim has acquired the tools, paints and stains that he needs to create intricate designs that celebrate the various seasons and holidays. He says his creative outlet is simply for the enjoyment of family and friends. “It’s an avocation and not a vocation,” he says of his hobby.

Jim Bear’s gourd-decorating hobby made a smooth transition to Homestead Village, where he and his wife, Linda, have surrounded their cottage with flower beds that are filled with art Jim creates from concrete.

The Bears moved to Homestead from nearby West Hempfield. They were pleased to receive a brand new kitchen they were able to customize with colors and selections of counter tops, cabinetry and appliances. They chose to turn their sunroom into a dining area that provides easy access to their covered patio, where Jim often works on his gourds. Their garage allows ample space for their vehicle, as well as storage and a workbench. They love that Homestead’s location allows them to be close to their favorite grocery stores and shopping, healthcare and, most importantly, their grandkids. As a former teacher, Linda loves taking her grandchildren for walks at Rader Park at Homestead Village, which features a scenic walking path along Brubaker Run, a fish pond, gazebo and other areas of interest.

The Homestead Lifestyle

Size Range of homes/Apartments

Apartments range from studios to 1,300 square feet in size. The new Townstead Apartments range from 1,100-1,597 square feet. Cottages, villas and carriage homes range from 750-3,700 square feet.

Design Services

We offer a refurbishment after 10 years of residency. New incoming residents work with our renovations manager and in-house renovations team.

Contractor/Service Provides Policy

Outside contractors can only be used with written permission of our facilities director, and only for select projects or requests.

Senior-friendly Amenities

Homestead Village works to follow universal design guidelines to ensure all homes are accessible, functional and beautiful.

Garden Access

Residents are welcome to work in their own gardens and create beautiful spaces around their homes. Our Environmental Action Resource Committee has provided resources and educational training to residents to encourage native plantings and pollinators. Our Soil for the Soul garden club is a favorite of many of our resident gardeners.

Care-free Living

We even wash windows!!

Overview

Type of Community
Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
Range of Services
Residential Living, Personal Care, Memory Support, Short-term Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Care, Home Care and more!
Residential Options
A wide variety of cottage, villa and carriage home styles are available. Residential apartments are also licensed to provide personal care.
Clubs
Homestead Village has over 40 clubs and groups that are driven by residents’ interests such as woodworking, wellness, music, books and HAM radio. There’s even the Environmental Action Resource Committee. Our residents are active and engaged in the community around them and love to make a difference.