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A New Chapter in Compassionate Care We face a new and pressing challenge: how to care for individuals living with dementia across a broad and growing spectrum of need. While Friends Home offers supportive programs for those with mild cognitive challenges, our current...

A Supportive Step Between Rehab and Home What happens when a short-term rehabilitation stay ends—but a patient isn’t quite ready to return home? It’s a situation many families face. Progress has been made, but not quite enough to safely manage daily...

When winter arrived with snowbanks, icy winds, and record-setting cold this year, staying indoors was the smart choice. Fortunately, at Friends Home, staying inside doesn’t mean slowing down—it just means shifting gears and embracing all the cozy,...

Understanding Our Roots: The Quaker Tradition While Friends Home in Kennett is under the care of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), it is a non-sectarian community, committed to honoring all faiths. With the historical connection to the Quaker community,...

Spring Into Inspiration Everyone looks forward to the new growth and blooms that mark spring. This lush and inspiring time of year is the perfect time to remind ourselves that fresh inspiration and creative ideas are just as ready to bloom inside each of us. We create...

I have been reflecting recently on the Quaker practice of using queries as a guide for self-examination and as a framework for periodically examining, clarifying, and considering the direction of one’s life and the life of one’s meeting community. Moving...

The Challenge of Connecting During the Busy Holiday Season The holiday season is upon us. With the hustle and bustle of planning, attending events, and shopping, stopping to spend quality time with elderly family members might fall by the wayside. In addition, limited...

The Overwhelming Reality of Family Caregiving As loved ones age, more and more family members assume the role of caregiver. Outside care costs are a significant factor, leading many to manage caregiving at home. Unfortunately, family members often underestimate the...

There’s a timeless pleasure to sitting on a front porch—one that effortlessly merges relaxation with a dash of nostalgia. Imagine a cozy chair inviting you to settle in as you bask in the gentle embrace of a summer evening. The world beyond your porch...

Restoring Our Connection To Nature For many years, gardening has been a significant way for the residents of Friends Home to connect with nature and the environment. Many residents have backgrounds in farming or have been part of farming communities, fostering a...