On Wednesday, January 23, Springwell Senior Living in historic Mount Washington hosted a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for The Homestead, Baltimore’s newest Independent Living Community. More than 75 guests, including partners, dignitaries and residents, attended the event, which included a welcome from Neil Meltzer, President and CEO of LifeBridge Health, and a blessing of the building from Rev. Neil O’Farrell. Baltimore City Deputy Commissioner for the Division of Aging and CARE Services Heang Tan presented principles John Chay and Phil Golden a citation from Mayor Catherine Pugh’s office, and City Council President Jack Young and Fifth District City Councilman Isaac “Yitzy” Schleifer also addressed the guests.

The Homestead features 99 new residences ranging in size from a one-bedroom, one-bath to a two-bedroom, two-bath corner unit, and many have balconies or patios. In addition, there are many gracious common areas including the Library, Courtyard, Pub, Living Room, Dining Room and Education Center. The Homestead offers Springwell’s incomparable hospitality and services in a village-like atmosphere. Monthly fees include a dining program; daily planned activities; scheduled transportation; housekeeping; utilities; wellness checks; and more. For more information, go to www.springwellseniorliving.com.

All dignitaries in attendance at the ribbon cutting, Neil Meltzer with scissors

Deputy Commissioner for the Division of Aging and CARE Services Heang Tan and City Councilman Isaac “Yitzy” Schleifer

City Council President Jack Young and Homestead resident and past Baltimore City Council Member Vera Hall

Neil Meltzer, President and CEO of LifeBridge Health and Springwell Board Member Dave Krajewski

Deputy Commissioner for the Division of Aging and CARE Services Heang Tan and Springwell principle Phil Golden

Springwell Senior Living’s Board of Directors: James Roberge, John Chay, Jonathan Binder, Dave Krajewski and Phil Golden