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The Keelers: A Seamless Move to Edgehill

Paul and Nancy Keeler moved to Greenwich, where Paul grew up, in 1969, raising their daughter Quinn in the close-knit community. “This town has always been home for us,” says Quinn. “It is where our lives have unfolded, where our traditions live and where we are happiest staying connected.” Now raising two daughters here with […]

Riverside Garden Club Visit Highlights Edgehill’s Commitment to Pollinators

Edgehill resident Bev S. welcomed members of the Riverside Garden Club for a guided tour of the community’s four thoughtfully designed garden spaces. The visit offered an opportunity to share ideas, celebrate sustainable landscaping practices and showcase the natural beauty that enhances daily life at Edgehill. A Garden Tour Through Edgehill The tour began at […]

A Seat at the Table: How Evie Smick Sparked Connection at Edgehill

For many older adults, including Edgehill resident Evie Smick, moving to a retirement community stirs a mix of emotions. There’s the bittersweet task of downsizing a home filled with memories—paired with the excitement of starting fresh and discovering a new community. It’s a significant transition, often marked by both anticipation and uncertainty, especially when leaving […]

Strength Training for Active Aging

Strength training is a key part of active aging, and working with a physical therapist can help prevent falls and injuries. Edgehill resident Paul Keeler is experiencing this firsthand. After moving to our community with his wife, Nancy, following a stay at a rehab facility for a broken hip, Paul has been working with Sub-Acute […]

Inspiring Active Living: Sam Samaha’s Journey at Edgehill

A Life of Activity and Engagement If you’re going to keep up with Edgehill resident Sam Samaha, you’d better have your sneakers on. Sam, a spirited 98-year-old, makes frequent subway trips to New York City for shows and exhibits, swims three times a week at the indoor pool, walks the grounds, takes in lectures at […]

A Welcoming Retirement Community With Solid Academic Opportunities

Peter Crumbine believes there are usually three steps to lifetime home ownership. First, you buy a big house to raise your family. Second, you retire and downsize to a smaller home. Third, you move to a senior living community. “We skipped that second step and moved right to Edgehill,” said Peter Crumbine. “We are happy […]

Inspired by New York Fashion Week, Edgehill Resident Reflects on a Dress Worn with Love

New York Fashion Week: Where Style Meets Passion It’s described as the “pinnacle of fashion.” New York Fashion Week (NYFW) draws models, celebrities, critics and designers for a week of cutting-edge couture, highlighting the intersection of fashion and passion. The excitement around the runway reminds us that fashion is more than garments—it is an art […]

Chuck Harvey: From Serving His Country to Serving Others

Chuck Harvey grew up admiring his uncle, a Marine who served in the Battle of Iwo Jima. From an early age, he knew he would follow in those footsteps. “I left high school a couple of months early and joined the Marine Corps. Then, at my first opportunity, I volunteered to go to Vietnam,” he […]