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Inspiring Stories From A Few Residents

A Storied Past Forges Lifetime of Service

Ann Lyon’s commitment to social justice and the political process began early. It isn’t everyone whose parents helped get Mrs. Rosa Parks out of jail after she refused to give up her seat for a... More »


Heavy Medal Winners

Each summer for one week, Bethany Village looks a little bit like the Olympic Village, as residents pay homage to their heritage and put their fitness to the test during the community’s Senior... More »


Embracing Change

As a self-described “Type A personality that’s trying to develop into a Type C,” Tom Fabian is getting plenty of help in his quest these days. No longer does he have to think about mowing the... More »


Joan Smith

It all began about eight years ago when Joan moved to Bethany Village. Challenged with poor vision for many years, Joan was thrilled when another resident helped set her up with a special... More »


Joan Hughes

Just before moving to Bethany Village, Joan Hughes unexpectedly lost her husband. She found it extremely difficult to stay engaged and interested in many of the aspects of daily life. She saw... More »


Margaret Matteo

Twice widowed, Margaret Matteo says she was undergoing a difficult time in her life. She was feeling that she lacked a purpose and needed something new as a focus for her energies.

That’s when... More »