Providing for the spiritual, physical, emotional and social needs of our residents.

Meet Barbara and David Cross 

Barbara and David Cross decorated their home with mementos of the years they spent in Australia and England. The two are aficionados of tea and have continued the custom of enjoying afternoon tea. Barbara’s extensive tea cup collection is reflective of her fondness of tea. The Aboriginal weapons are a souvenir of Australia.

The Crosses have lived in our residential living neighborhood, Great Rock, since 2022. Before making their move to QPRC, they lived in Australia (1970-1981), Carlisle, Cumberland County (1981-1992 and 2011-2022), and England (1992-2011). Having relocated internationally several times, these retired missionaries were experienced movers and were prepared to do some downsizing. Using the floorplan of their home at QPRC, they decided which furnishings would work and marked each piece’s destination for the movers. 

The Crosses had the pleasure of having some church friends visit when they moved in; those friends helped them hang pictures and curtains. (Quarryville provides two hours of complimentary maintenance for projects such as this.) Their home is decorated with treasures they’ve collected through the years, including Aboriginal weapons, Barbara’s collection of tea cups/saucers and other serving pieces, and porcelain figures of buildings and historical sites that bring back memories of England. 

As they have settled into their new home, Barbara has developed a big interest in biblical archeology and enjoys reading, television specials and YouTube videos. David continues his interest in gardening and tending to his houseplants. 

The Quarryville Lifestyle 

Size Range of Homes/Apartments 

Quarryville offers an impressive choice of sizes, styles and layouts. Apartments range in size from 424 (efficiency) to 1,901 square feet (den, 2 bedroom, 2 bath). Cottages in Great Rock range in size from 1,401-3,207 square feet. 

Senior-friendly Amenities 

All residences offer wheelchair-accessible doorways and comfort-height toilets and vanities. Most units offer soft-close kitchen cabinet doors/drawers. 

Guidelines for Personalizing Homes 

Residents are encouraged to personalize their living spaces with artwork, photos, plants, etc. Quarryville is home to people who have led fascinating lives. Their variety of experiences and home décor reflect their extraordinary lives. New residents can typically make changes to flooring and paint colors, some of which are standard, while others are available as upgrades. 

Help with Downsizing? 

We do not offer downsizing services in-house; however, we can suggest local professionals for such services. 

How Often are Residences Remodeled/Updated? 

Each time a residence is vacated, it receives new flooring and paint (at a minimum). Current residents can customize their homes with new flooring and paint. Sometimes residences are eligible for new kitchens (cabinets, counters and flooring). 

Are Design Services Offered 

Our director of sales works with new residents to make selections, some of which are available in-house, while others can be obtained through local vendors. 

Contractor/Service Providers Policy 

Residents generally work with our experienced team members/contractors who can accommodate most requests. Otherwise, contractors/service providers must be approved. 

Technology

Residences are high-speed wired and offer wireless Internet. Each home is provided an iPad that enables residents to stay current with notices, activities, events and menus. Our IT department is available to help with tech issues. 

Garden Access

Residents may plant flower gardens in the existing beds that surround cottage homes. Raised garden beds are available for residents in various locations on campus. Residents have access to a community garden shed, as well as a greenhouse for overwintering plants. 

Hobbies/Activities 

A wide variety of interest groups are geared to hobbies and recreational activities, including board and card games, birding, fishing, bocce, Bible memorization, creative writing, pickleball, trains, woodworking and much more.  

Care-Free Living 

All home-maintenance needs – lawn mowing, weeding, raking, snow removal, appliance repairs, etc. – are taken care of at Quarryville, enabling you to truly “Retire the Ordinary and Live the Extraordinary” life you deserve. 

Overview 

• Type of Community
  Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), offering all levels of care on campus 
• Range of Services
  Residential Living, Personal Care, Memory Support and Skilled Nursing Care, as well as Rehabilitation/Respite Care. Services related to podiatry, auditory and therapy are provided. We also provide transportation to appointments, and have a salon, bank, general store, and chaplain on campus. 
• Residential Options
  The final phase of our Residential Living cottage community, Great Rock, is under construction, and offers five models. 
• Fitness Opportunities
  Our wellness program offers a state-of-the-art fitness center with pneumatic strength-training machines, ellipticals, bicycles, treadmills, rowers, balance/agility devices and more. Quarryville also has an aquatic center, indoor walking track and an outdoor sports court. Our fitness team offers a full range of land and aquatic programs. 
• Population
  Approximately 430 

625 Robert Fulton Highway, Quarryville, PA

717-786-7321

Quarryville.com

Qprc_contactus@Quarryville.com

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.

1800 Village Circle, Lancaster PA 17603

717-397-4831

Homesteadvillage.org 

Info@hvillage.org 

Meet Valerie and Fred Swarr 

The Swarrs, who both grew up in Manheim, lived in Mount Gretna for 18 years before moving to the Warwick Woodlands Campus at Moravian Manor Communities. “We loved it there and truly thought we’d spend the rest of our days there,” says Valerie. “But then we heard about Warwick Woodlands. We made an appointment to learn more and before we knew it, we were making preparations to move.” 

Valerie and Fred Swarr’s carriage home at Moravian Manor Communities reflects their artistic and design talents. The second bedroom holds Fred’s art studio, while the den has a Mount Gretna theme.

In preparing for their move, the Swarrs rented a storage unit close to their new home, where necessities (outdoor items, Fred’s art studio furniture and supplies, personal wall art, household goods, etc.) were stored. Other items were assigned to a local auctioneer. While their home was being built, they purchased blueprints of the house so that they could “place” the furnishings they were taking and create spaces for conversation, dining, etc. within the open floor plan. It also helped the move-in process, as the Swarrs were able to direct the movers to where each piece would go. 

Valerie reports that the biggest challenge in moving was finding the perfect area for Fred to set up his art studio. They chose the second bedroom and adjoining bathroom for that purpose. The morning light pouring into the room was perfect for an artist. In designing the studio, the Swarrs placed the furniture in such a way that Fred’s work table could be replaced by an inflatable bed to accommodate any overnight guests. 

When it came to decorating, Fred’s artistic talent and Valerie’s interior design capabilities combined to create a colorful and exciting living space in their “forever” home that is even outfitted with a “Mount Gretna room.” The Swarrs love living in the Woodlands. “We never looked back with any regrets,” notes Valerie. “We only look forward to enjoying our retirement together.”

The Moravian Manor Communities Lifestyle 

Size Range of Homes/Apartments 

Cottages, carriage homes and townhomes range from 1,400-3,200 square feet. Apartments range from 790-1,944 square feet. 

Senior-friendly Amenities 

Aging-in-place features include barrier-free showers, comfort-height toilets/vanities, ample lighting and easy-to-reach microwaves. 

Technology 

Ample electrical, telephone and cable outlets are provided. Sound systems and upgraded technology require prior approval. 

Guidelines for Personalizing Homes 

Residents choose from a variety of finishes and upgrades, plus are welcome to personalize their homes with furnishings, art, etc. 

Help With Downsizing? 

Our Move-In Coordinator can provide references for those services and more. 

How Often are Residences Remodeled/Updated? 

Residences are renovated prior to the arrival of new residents (the extent depends on the age of the home, but always includes carpet and paint). 

Are Design Services Offered? 

Outside of working with our Move-in Coordinator, residents can work with a local designer or one they have worked with in the past. 

Garden Access 

Those living in cottages/carriage/townhomes can add plantings to the beds surrounding their homes. Community garden plots are available. 

Care-Free Living 

At Moravian Manor Communities, home maintenance, grounds keeping and snow removal are handled by our teams, allowing residents to focus on living their best life. 

Overview 

• Type of Community
  Not-for-profit Life Plan Community 
• Range of Services
  Residential Living, Assisted Living, Personal Care, Nursing Care, Memory Care, Respite Care, Physical/Speech/Occupational Therapy 
• Residential Options
  Apartments, cottages, carriage homes and townhomes 
• Clubs/Activities
  We offer activities that focus on hiking, biking, woodcarving, model trains, music, poetry, reading and much more. 
• Population
  600 plus 

300 West Lemon St., Lititz, PA  17543 

717-626-0214 

Moravianmanorcommunities.org 

Info@moravianmanor.org 

Meet Les and Faye Houck 

In downsizing prior to their move to Pleasant View, Les and Faye Houck prioritized taking family furnishings, photos and other meaningful items.
Pleasant View photo.

After living in the house they built and loved for 32 years, the Houcks made the decision to move to Pleasant View in 2022. After 57 years of marriage, they had accumulated a lot, so their strategy was to tackle one room at a time and sort items into four categories: keep, sell, donate and discard. For them, the most important items to bring to Pleasant View included family photos and furnishings such as the dining room table that had once belonged to Les’s parents. While Faye has always preferred country décor, as of late, she has gone in a more minimalistic direction. The Houcks also had to become accustomed to a new lifestyle, as transitioning from living in the country to being surrounded by neighbors was an adjustment. Despite the changes, the Houcks say they are enjoying their new home and lifestyle and have made many new friends. “You make these moves what they are, you don’t let them make you,” is Les’s philosophy. “Enjoy what you have and appreciate it.” 

The Pleasant View Lifestyle

Size Range of Homes/Apartments

Apartments range in size from 575-1,700 square feet. Cottages range from 1,199-1,850 square feet. 

Help with Downsizing? 

Pleasant View has partnered with a local realtor who can offer suggestions/guidance.  

Guidelines for Personalizing Homes

Residents are welcome to decorate their homes to suit their style and comfort. Prior to moving in, they choose paint colors, finishes, flooring and more. Upgrades can be made at an additional cost. 

How Often are Residences Remodeled/Updated? 

Residences are remodeled every 12 years. 

Garden Access  

Cottage residents can beautify their homes by adding plants to beds or by maintaining container gardens on patios/balconies. 

Hobbies/Activities

Residents can engage in a wide range of activities and hobbies, including woodworking and crafts. A cultural center is currently under construction that will offer a Makers Space for crafters. 

Care-Free Living 

Carefree living extends to not having to worry about snow removal, maintenance issues, etc.  

Overview 

• Type of Community
  Life Plan Community/Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) 
• Range of Services
  Independent Living, Personal Care, Memory Support, Skilled Nursing Care and Rehabilitation Services 
• Residential Options
  Pleasant View offers 145 apartments of varying sizes, as well as 52 cottages. An additional 86 cottages will be built in the coming years. 
• Fitness Opportunities
  PVFIT offers various strength and cardio machines, personal training, group classes, heated pool, pickleball and other outdoor recreational games. A walking trail encircles the campus. 
• Population
  400 across all levels of living. 

544 N. Penryn Road, Manheim, PA 17545

717-665-2445

Pleasantviewcommunities.org

Info@pvcommunities.org 

Meet Roland and Dottie Yoder 

For 44 years, Roland and Dottie Yoder lived in Montgomery County, Pa., where they pursued their respective vocations. In moving to Landis Homes, the Yoders furnished and decorated their home with cherished items from their travels, including pottery and wood carvings from overseas. Many of Roland’s paintings hang on the walls of their apartment and in public areas. He also crafted much of the furniture. Dottie enjoyed making window treatments for their new home. 

Roland and Dottie Yoder’s apartment at Landis Homes is filled with beautiful paintings and pottery that were created by Roland along with other art collected from their world travels. Landis Homes photo.

As residents of Landis Homes, they find they now have more time to pursue their hobbies and interests. They stay involved and engaged mentally and physically through various activities, including the many environmental-impact groups on campus. Outdoors, Roland and Dottie plant flowers in several locations on campus that are enjoyed by many. They also grow vegetables in the community garden.

The Landis Homes Lifestyle 

Size Range of Homes/Apartments 

The Standard Suite is our smallest accommodation at 225 square feet, and the largest is a Hybrid Home at 1,636 square feet. 

Senior-Friendly Amenities 

There are many features that allow residents to age in place like comfort-height toilets and ample lighting to name a few. 

Guidelines for Personalizing Spaces 

Residents have the option to have Graceful Transitions (part of Landis at Home and Landis Communities) assist with organizing indoor spaces, downsizing and designing furniture layouts. 

How Often are Residences Remodeled/Updated? 

Homes are renovated for every new resident based on their preferences. Standards include quartz counters, tile backsplashes and luxury vinyl plank flooring. 

Are Design Services Offered? 

Our Residency Planning team, who have design experience, assist with the option selection process. For existing residents, renovations occur every 12 years.

Contractor/Service Provider Policy 

Landis Homes has a team of contractors who strive to accommodate specific upgrade requests. There are only rare instances when an outside contractor needs to be brought in.

Technology 

There is a special app that keeps residents updated on campus happenings including activities and menus. An exclusive resident e-mail group allows residents to connect with fellow residents. The emergency alert system works on the entire campus and provides peace of mind. 

Garden Access 

Many residents enjoy having their own individual plots in the large community garden. They also plant flowers around patios and in containers on balconies. There are also raised flower beds on campus. 

Care-Free Living 

Landis Homes provides ongoing maintenance in all of the homes, including appliances and grounds (mowing and snow removal, etc.), twenty-four hour security, all utilities and scheduled shopping trips are some of the additional services included in the monthly fees.

Overview 

• Type of Community
  Type C – Continuing Care/Life Plan Community 
• Range of Services
  Residential Living, Personal Care, Dementia Care, Rehab, Home Care, Adult Day Services and and Healthcare. The campus also features amenities such as a general store, pharmacy, bank, hair salon, library and much more. 
• Residential Options
  Appartments, cottages, hybrid homes and suites 
• Clubs/Activities
  Special group activities include local trips to the Fulton Theatre and to further destinations like the Finger Lakes. Clubs focus on the environment, art, model railroading, and walking to name a few. Landis Homes hosts the Pathways Institute for Lifelong Learning^® program that is available to Lancaster County residents age 55+ to engage in educational, cultural enrichment and service opportunities. 
• Population
  850+ residents 62 and older 

1001 E. Oregon Road, Lititz, PA, 17543

717-569-3271 • Info@landis.org 

LandisHomes.org 

Meet Clarence and Marcia Spohn 

Before moving to United Zion Retirement Community, the Spohns resided in a Victorian home in Lititz for 29 years. Their home reflected Clarence’s love of history and their shared passion for collecting antiques and mementos of their travels, especially those made to Germany.

The collection of hand-carved wooden figures are mementos of trips Clarence and Marcia Spohn made to Germany over the years. The Spohns’ cottage at United Zion is home to their downsized collections of antiques and travel mementos.

The challenge in making a move to United Zion Retirement Community centered on their individual mindsets. While Clarence was ready to move, Marcia was reluctant to leave her beloved home. Working together and supporting one another through the process, they scaled back their collection of antiques, keeping what they purchased as a couple over the years. Although parting with many items through auction was difficult, it brought them peace knowing that a new generation of collectors would become the “stewards” of those well-loved treasures.

United Zion is happy to report that despite Marcia arriving with a high level of skepticism, she and Clarence both love their new home and can’t imagine living anywhere else. They continue to pursue their passion for travelling and collecting antiques, too!

The United Zion Lifestyle 

Size Range of Homes/Apartments

One-bedroom apartments range from 350-840 square feet. One- and two-bedroom cottages range from 780-1,200 square feet. Coming in Fall 2025, Cedar Heights apartments will offer one- and two-bedroom apartments ranging from 725-1,170 square feet. 

Help With Downsizing? 

We can refer future residents to individuals/companies that provide such services. 

Guidelines for Personalizing Homes 

We want you to feel right at “home,” so we’ll work with you to select finishes to complement your desires and your lifestyle.

How Often are Residences Remodeled/Updated? 

We renovate each home before a resident moves in. Once a resident has moved in, we follow a 13-year guideline for renovations.

Contractors/Service Providers Policy 

United Zion has an approved contractor list for renovations. 

Garden Access

Residents are permitted to add plantings to the flower beds surrounding their cottages. Raised flower beds are available for apartment residents.

Hobbies/Activities 

A new woodworking shop will open soon, plus there are a wide range of clubs, activities, live entertainment, celebrations and lectures offered on-campus. Residents also enjoy participating in outings, local events and more.

Care-Free Living 

The only thing United Zion residents need to think about is their personal schedules. We take care of everything else! 

Overview 

• Type of Community
  Nonprofit Life Plan Community 
• Range of Services
  Independent Residential Living, Personal Care, Long-term Skilled Nursing Care, Short-term Rehabilitation 
• Residential Options
  Cottages and apartments for Independent Living (Cedar Heights apartment building will open in Fall 2025). Private single rooms and two-room suites for Personal Care. Firestone Healthcare Center offers private rooms for Long-term Skilled Care and Short-term Rehabilitation. 
• Spiritual Connection
  A chaplain oversees the spiritual programming at United Zion. Daily devotions and Sunday services are held in our community chapel. Bible study and a prayer group are offered. Catholic Mass is held monthly. 
• Population
  160 

722 Furnace Hills Pike, Lititz, PA  17543 

717-626-2071 

Uzrc.org 

Marketing@uzrc.org 

The Willow Valley Communities Lifestyle: Right-Sizing  

Willow Valley Communities residents don’t use the term “downsizing” when discussing their move to the 55+ premier community in Lancaster.  Instead, they say, “right-sizing.” That’s because getting rid of unnecessary belongings and clutter to live a carefree, worry-free life just feels right – especially when it’s part of an engaged, active, and richly fulfilling lifestyle.

Vivian (center-left) and Don Doolittle, who relocated from Charleston, South Carolina, to Willow Valley Communities, have devoted their time to enjoying Willow Valley’s amenities and exploring Lancaster County. Willow Valley Communities photos.

When those aged 55 or more decide to “right-size,” they have a plethora of lifestyle choices at Willow Valley Communities. Residents can choose from over 100 different floorplans, as well as different neighborhoods in either a suburban or urban setting.

The Doolittles: Making Passions the Priority

Don and Vivian Doolittle, from Charleston, South Carolina, chose Willow Valley Communities’ suburban campus, 4 miles outside of Lancaster City. The Doolittles wanted to spend their lives pursuing their passions rather than working at maintaining a home. “At Willow Valley Communities, we live in an apartment where everything is conveniently right here,” explains Vivian. She means award-winning amenities like a 30,000-square-foot Clubhouse with an outdoor pool, tennis courts, bowling alleys, golf simulator, and vintage arcade; and an 80,000-square-foot Cultural Center with fitness and aquatic centers, Day Spa, 500-seat Performing Arts Theater, dozens of culinary venues, and more – all located outside the Doolittles’ residence door on Willow Valley Communities’ meticulously manicured 210 acres. The couple quickly learned that a consummate life at Willow Valley Communities is not limited to inside their own four walls.

The Schreyers: Lancaster City is Their Backyard Playground

Tim and Steph Schreyer, who currently live in Lancaster County, are future residents at Mosaic by Willow Valley Communities. Mosaic is the next generation of extraordinary residences from Willow Valley Communities, rising 20 stories above vibrant Lancaster City. The Schreyers are set to retire to the vibrant city where they have grown up, played, worked in and love.

Referencing a New York Post article that called Lancaster “the New Brooklyn,” Tim says, “Lancaster is like a miniature version of the best of New York, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore. You have the architecture, the activities, the culture, the food, and the community. Except it’s all in a 10-square-block area. You don’t have to take the subway – you can walk everywhere and really ingrain yourself in the culture.”

Tim and Steph love the arts and Gallery Row, are season ticket holders at the Fulton Theatre, and attend performances at the Ware Center and the Trust Performing Arts Center. They also enjoy baseball at the Lancaster Stormers’ Clipper Magazine Stadium and can’t get enough of Lancaster’s award-winning restaurant scene. By living at Mosaic, the couple will be able to do all the things they already love to do, and more, right outside their front door.

Steph is also excited about the volunteer opportunities that are within walking distance of her future residence at Mosaic. Whether it’s volunteering at the YWCA, any of the local museums, or the library, “The possibilities are endless,” she says. “Living at Mosaic will give me more opportunities to be involved in the community. I can throw on my coat, grab my backpack, walk out my front door, and go help out.”

“Lancaster has the arts, the food, the baseball, the festivals, the events, the parades – it’s the perfect small, great American city,” Tim says. “We just can’t wait!”

Peace of Mind

Donald and Vivian Doolittle and Tim and Steph Schreyer, like all residents, enjoy Willow Valley Communities for the exceptional residence and lifestyle choices in either a suburban or urban setting. But they also enjoy the peace of mind of the Type A Lifecare that applies to all residents. Lifecare means that if they ever need an enhanced level of care, their monthly service fee will not increase because of that need. That’s in marked contrast to other models in which fees can spike if care is needed later. Willow Valley Communities is the only exclusively Type A Lifecare community in Lancaster County.

To learn more, visit: WillowValleyCommunities.org.

Be sure to make Willow Valley Communities a must-see stop on this fall’s Explore Retirement Living Open House Tour on October 19: willowvalleycommunities.org/ERL

Overview 

• Type of Community
  55+ premier Lifeplan Lifecare community located in Lancaster, consistently ranked as a top place to retire. 
• Range of Services
  Located 4 miles from Downtown Lancaster, Willow Valley Communities offers award-winning amenities, dozens of distinctive culinary venues and a plethora of world-class entertainment, presentations, classes, lectures and more. All residents receive the financial peace of mind of a Type A Lifecare contract. This means if an enhanced level of care is ever needed in the future, the monthly service fee does not increase because of that need.
• Residential Options
  Willow Valley Communities offers over 100 different floor plans that range from studio apartments to spacious townhomes. Mosaic by Willow Valley Communities will be a 20-story tower located in the heart of Lancaster City, where residents will enjoy a truly extraordinary urban senior lifestyle.
• Population
  Willow Valley Communities is home to 2,600 residents who hail from some 40 states across the country. Our diverse population represents all walks of life.

600 Willow Valley Square, Lancaster, PA 17602

717-464-6800

WillowValleyCommunities.org 

Info@willowvalley.org