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Powelton Village: Visually Impaired Residents Thrive at Assisted Living Facility

April 19, 2019 Grace Shallow

Russell Smith spent his childhood taking care of horses and milking cows on his family’s farm in Virginia. His father nicknamed him “Cowboy” for the work he did. At 62 years old, he’s still known

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Germantown: Diverse Backgrounds Create a Home at Senior Living Community

April 5, 2013

The residents of Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley on the corner of Greene Street and West Washington Lane came to the facility for its resources but found a home when they arrived. Each senior brings his or

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Germantown: Senior Home Adapts to Residents’ Desires

March 3, 2013

The spirit of the renovations planned for Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley on the corner of Greene Street and West Washington Lane was spearheaded by the facility’s own residents. Beginning in early April, the $5

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