Keystone Villa at Fleetwood

02/04/2026

Resident Spotlight: Joan B.

Joan B. has been a beloved member of our community since 2019. Originally from Reading, Joan made the decision to move in after the passing of her husband in 2014, when maintaining her home on her own became too difficult. From the moment she arrived, she felt happy and at peace, sharing that what she loves most is the people and how well everyone gets along.

Joan built a meaningful career as a librarian and proudly served as the very first librarian at the Muhlenberg Library. She later found great fulfillment working as a Title I reading assistant, helping children develop a love for reading. Service has always been close to her heart. She spent many years on her church council and devoted an incredible 60 years as a Sunday school teacher, guiding generations of children through faith and education.

An only child, Joan created a beautiful family of her own. She has three children, fourteen grandchildren, and twenty-one great-grandchildren. Family picnics around the holidays remain one of her favorite traditions, and she credits her late husband as the greatest influence in her life.

Joan enjoys reading, doing puzzles, and crocheting, and she stays very active within the community. She participates in devotional group, Wheel of Fortune, and is a proud member of the Rowdy Seniors Club. She also helps lead two resident-run activities— “As the Page Turns” and Trivia with Babs. Since moving in, she’s even tried new things like co****le, which she found to be so much fun.
She listens to all kinds of music except heavy metal, and has a special fondness for comfort foods like creamed chipped beef. Some of her most treasured memories are the lighthouse trips she and her husband took together, especially visiting the Absecon Lighthouse in Atlantic City and watching its restoration over the years.

Joan believes happiness comes from being content with what you have and always trying to find the good in any situation. Children always make her smile, and what she treasures most about living here is the kindness of both residents and staff, who she says go above and beyond every day.

Her heartfelt message to anyone considering a move: “Welcome! You’ll have fun!”

02/03/2026

Love truly lives here, in the smiles, friendships, and connections that make our community feel like home.

Our Valentine’s Day photo shoot was extra special thanks to our incredible Resident Ambassadors, who shared their time, laughter, and hearts with us. You remind us every day that joy doesn’t age — it grows.

Our ambassadors help welcome new faces, build friendships, and show what life here is really all about. Their kindness sets the tone for our entire community.

From all of us, thank you for being the heart of our home. Happy Valentine’s Day from a community filled with love, laughter, and amazing ambassadors!

02/02/2026

Resident Spotlight: Lorraine H.

Lorraine has been part of our community since 2021 and grew up in Reading. One of her first impressions when she arrived was how nice and welcoming everyone was. Before retiring, Lorraine worked as a housekeeper and proudly served in the Navy, where she worked in employee health and traveled across the country delivering important messages. Her time in the Navy is something she’s especially proud of.

Family means everything to Lorraine. It’s just her and her sister, and the two share a very close bond, her sister is also her best friend. One of her favorite memories is traveling together to Ocean City and Cape Cod, where they enjoyed long walks on the boardwalk and relaxing days at the beach.

In her free time, Lorraine enjoys reading, getting her hair done, and taking part in community activities like exercise classes and Happy Hour. She never says no to vanilla ice cream and believes a good cup of coffee can always make her smile. Lorraine loves that life here offers the best of both worlds—quiet when you want it and lively social time when you don’t—and she would encourages newcomers by saying, “It’s nice, you should come here.”

01/30/2026

Carolyn M. has been a cherished member of our community since 2019. Originally from Reading, Carolyn made the decision to move here after needing more support than she had at home, following guidance from her doctors. From the moment she arrived, she was struck by how clean and welcoming everything felt, and by the kindness of the staff.

Before retiring, Carolyn worked as a technician at Pennsylvania Optical, where she especially enjoyed the structure and organization of office work. Family has always been at the heart of her life. She has a son and a daughter who mean the world to her and are incredibly loving and supportive. She also shares that both of her parents had a strong influence on her life, particularly her father, who served in the Army, as did her late husband, whom she misses dearly.

A lifelong reader, Carolyn has always found comfort and joy in books, something her mother lovingly encouraged by always buying her new ones. These days, she enjoys spending her free time reading, while also joining in on favorite community events like the Masquerade and Sock Hop. When it comes to treats, you can’t go wrong with chocolate chip cookies or snickerdoodles, and she’s always happy watching game shows.

Some of Carolyn’s favorite memories are family trips to Rehoboth Beach, enjoying the boardwalk and time together with her children. To her, a happy life means being surrounded by family and friends. What she enjoys most about living here is having the freedom to walk around and connect with others, or simply relax in her room with a good book. When asked what she’d say to someone considering a move here, her answer is simple and heartfelt: “All the people here make me smile.”

01/27/2026

01/27/2026

❄️ Introducing: Fleetwood Family Feud! ❄️

We’re bringing residents and staff together for some friendly competition — Family Feud–style!

Here’s how it works:
A staff member has teamed up with a resident
They answered a fun survey-style question “Name something people love to do in the snow!”
We snapped their photo

Now we need YOU vote for your favorite answer right here on Facebook!

Likes, Loves and Laughs count as votes, you can comment one time for bonus points!

The winning team earns a $25 gift card of their choice!

Scroll through the photos, read the answers, and vote for your favorite team.
Voting closes 1/29 at 5pm— so don’t wait!

Let the feud begin! 🎉❄️eh

01/25/2026

The snow isn't going to stop our Resident Spotlights!

Carol D. grew up in Bangor, Pennsylvania, in the slate belt, and chose to move to the Villa so she no longer had to drive. From the start, she loved the community and found everyone welcoming. Before retiring, Carol worked as a librarian after studying library science at Kutztown State Teachers College, where she was affectionately nicknamed “Miss Hush” by students in 1978. She has no children but is close with her two sisters and cherishes long-standing family traditions at Lehman Lake Rod and Gun Club, a place tied to her family since 1907. An early influence in her life was her high school librarian, Miss Genotta, who inspired her love of learning.

An avid reader and self-described “read-aholic,” Carol enjoys walking the Villa daily (four laps to a mile) and attending Happy Hour and Sparkly Supper. She loves coffee ice cream and jazz and fondly recalls childhood memories at Lehman Lake. Carol has traveled to Europe several times as a school chaperone, with Germany holding special meaning due to her heritage. With no regrets, her outlook on life is simple and joyful: she would do it all over again, smiles easily at a yellow smiley face button, and appreciates the freedom to come and go as she pleases. She enthusiastically tells others considering a move that it’s a great place and that she truly loves living here.

01/23/2026

Resident Spotlight: Babs

Babs has been part of our community since 2015. She grew up in Sharon, Pennsylvania, and over the years gradually made her way across the state before settling here in Berks County. When her husband began needing more support, Babs knew she wanted to be in a place where help would be available when needed. She had watched the community being built, toured during an open house, and while she explored other options, this one felt the most welcoming and friendly.

Throughout her life, Babs worked in a variety of part-time roles, including inventory clerk, librarian, waitress, and secretary, and she was actively involved as a secretary for both the PTA and the Junior Women’s Club. Today, her favorite role is right here—running Trivia and Brain Teasers for fellow residents. She enjoys reading, crossword puzzles, Jeopardy!, cheering on the Phillies and Penn State, and has lifelong hobbies in needlework, sewing, embroidery, and collecting miniatures and dolls.

Babs loves staying active in community life, participating in trivia, music bingo, Wheel of Fortune, happy hours, restaurant trips, and group outings. A self-proclaimed chocolate lover with a passion for classic 70s rock, polka, and fast-paced music, she finds joy in sunshine, the beach, and good music. Her travels have taken her across the country, from Santa Barbara and New England to many different parts of Florida, which she considers some of the most interesting places she’s visited.

Her secret to staying positive comes from Bobs Aunt, who was 103 when she died, said she made up her mind to always be happy, and Babs decided to do that too. What Babs enjoys most about living here is the freedom from cooking and cleaning, the constant opportunities to socialize, and the wide variety of activities to choose from. For anyone considering a move, she simply says, “I think anyone would like it.”

01/21/2026

Resident Spotlight: Grace P.

Grace has been part of our Keystone family since 2019. She and her husband chose to move here to be closer to their daughter who lives nearby. Originally from Bucks County, Grace dedicated her life to her family as a homemaker, raising her children with love and care. She has one daughter, and she lovingly remembers her son who passed away. Today, her two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren are truly her whole world.

Around the community, Grace enjoys puzzle books, happy hours, exercise classes, and especially Saturday morning Coffee & Conversation. Her favorite events are the Sock Hop and Sparkly Supper, anything with good music and great company. When she was younger, she loved riding her bike and listening to rock and roll, and to this day she still enjoys rock music, fruit parfaits, and a good cup of coffee.

Grace says her secret to a happy life is simple: be happy and spend time with family. She loves living here because she feels safe and always has someone to talk to. Known for her warm smile and friendly hellos, Grace is quick to share her thoughts with others considering a move—you’ll be happy here; it’s a nice place.

01/19/2026

Resident Spotlight: Steve O.

Steve has been a resident with us since 2019 and grew up in Pottstown. His decision to move to Keystone Villa was made with the help of his daughter, who visited several communities and felt this one was the best fit. When he first arrived, he was especially impressed by how caring and attentive the staff were, noting in particular the kindness and professionalism of the dining room servers.

Before retiring, he worked as a truck driver, a career he loved. He also served in the Army for three years, spending 15 months stationed in Germany, where he enjoyed traveling throughout Europe, and 11 months in Vietnam. He reflects positively on his military service and feels blessed to have had good duty assignments in both places.

Family is at the center of his life. His daughter and son-in-law mean the world to him, and he is also a proud grandfather to his wonderful step-grandson. A priest from his church had a lasting influence on his life, someone he remembers as a great man who deeply cared for the spiritual well-being of others.

In his free time, he proudly calls himself a “railroad nut,” enjoying trains and reading books about them whenever he can. Over the years, he also loved polka and ballroom dancing. Since moving in, he stays busy with activities, so many, in fact, that he jokes it’s hard to keep up. He’s also stepped outside his comfort zone by becoming more social, sharing laughs, joking with fellow residents, and making it his mission to put a smile on someone’s face each day.

His favorites reflect his fun-loving personality. He enjoys ice cream, especially chocolate chip mint, and Haluski. He’s a big fan of music, with Carl Hausman being his favorite, calling him the greatest piano player he’s ever heard. A true sports enthusiast, he follows baseball and football closely, cheering on the Phillies, Eagles, and Penn State.

One of his most memorable adventures was a 2013 Amtrak trip across the country, traveling from Chicago to Seattle, San Diego, New Orleans, and back to Philadelphia, a journey he says he would happily take again. Another unforgettable experience was during his time in Germany, when he visited the Zugspitze and stopped at the Eagle’s Nest, a place rich with history.

When reflecting on life, his advice to his younger self is simple: do it all again and enjoy it even more. What makes him smile most are the people at the Villa, and to him, a happy life means enjoying time with family and friends, even if that includes getting lovingly “reprimanded” by his daughter. What he enjoys most about living here is the freedom to do what he wants, when he wants. His favorite events include the Casino and Sparkly Supper, and if asked about moving in, he confidently says there may be many options out there, but none better than Keystone Villa!

01/17/2026

Resident Spotlight: Shirley E.

Shirley has been part of our community since 2015 and grew up right here in Blandon. Before moving in, her pastor gently encouraged her not to live alone, wanting to be sure that if something ever happened, she would always be surrounded by care and support. That guidance led her to a place she now proudly calls home for over 10 years!

Before retirement, Shirley worked in a factory sewing men’s athletic shirts, but her favorite role was volunteering at a nursing home, helping others has always been close to her heart. Each morning begins the same way: reading her Bible and Daily Bread, a routine that grounds her and sets a positive tone for her day.

Shirley truly embraces community life. From exercise classes and happy hours to hymn sings, church events, and bingo, she loves staying active and involved. She has a sweet spot for chocolate ice cream, enjoys all kinds of music, and never misses an episode of Jeopardy! or Wheel of Fortune.

What everyone notices most about Shirley is her smile. She makes it a point to greet everyone she sees, always ready with a friendly hello. Her faith is her anchor, whenever something troubles her, she says a quiet prayer and trusts that God is always there to help.

Shirley loves having her own apartment and speaks often about how much she appreciates the staff. When asked what she would tell someone considering moving here, her answer is simple and heartfelt: she loves this place. It’s special, full of activities, and there’s always something going on. She knows help is always close by, and so is a caring community.

01/16/2026

The Blandon Lions Club is proudly celebrating 70 years of giving back to our community, and it’s because of dedicated members like these who have made a lasting impact

✨ Honoring Our Lions & Lionesses ✨
• June – Lioness Charter Member since 1956; later rejoined and continued her legacy of service until 2023
• Chester – Joined in 1959; former President, Lion of the Year (2000), and Bing Miller Fellowship Winner (2020)
• Flossy – Joined the Lioness Club in 1983; wife of a former Club President
• Dottie – Joined the Lioness Club in 1985; wife of a former President and Charter Member
• David – Joined in 2007; former President, Lion of the Year (2022), and former District Governor
• Mariah – Joined in 2025

From leadership to lifelong service, these members represent what it truly means to serve with heart.

Interested in making a difference?
We invite you to join a meeting and volunteer with us as we continue working to make Blandon a better place — for today and for generations to come.