From the beginning in 1890, MAHOVA reared 835 children until transitioning in 1975 to the continuing care retirement community we see today. We are proud and honored to be celebrating 130 years of caring for Masons, wives, widows and children. 130 Years of Caring Celebration Very Old Snapshots Then and Now Snap shots
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Music is an important part of our life. We listen to songs in the car, at stores, and everywhere in between.Music has the ability to evoke memories and feelings from the past. Did you know music offers health benefits as well? Seniors who listen to music have a better outlook on life, more social interaction …Read More…
Nothing beats a good book. We can go places we have never been without ever leaving home. Reading not only stimulates conversation, but can also reduce stress, increase mental stimulation and improve memory. Whatever the reason, reading is popular among all ages. The Masonic Home of Virginia not only has an extensive library collection of …Read More…
No one likes to admit they are aging, but it is a fact of life. Aging doesn’t have to mean a decline. Simple actions can help us enjoy life as it evolves. Get Plenty of Exercise Turns out that exercise is great for the heart, brain and every other organ. Weight bearing exercise can …Read More…
For decades, Bingo has been a favorite among seniors. While today’s retirement communities offer much more than a weekly Bingo game, it is still one of the most popular games and it turns out Bingo may also be good for your health. A fun competitive game of Bingo can bring mental and physical health benefits …Read More…
The New Year is filled with promises and new beginnings; it’s a fresh chapter waiting to begin. Broken New Year’s resolutions are more common than you think. Approximately 80% of resolutions fail within the first month. This year instead of saying “this is the year I will …..” Simply make a promise to just live …Read More…
Every year, in the second Saturday in October, we celebrate our Masonic Family, and this year is no different! Save the date: October 13, 2018! We hope to see you there.
The season has changed to fall. The air is (kinda, sorta, maybe) starting to cool down. The Home just crowned it’s new King and Queen (congratulations Ed and Paula!) That can only mean one thing…Masonic Family Day is just around the corner. To the uninitiated, Masonic Family Day is an annual celebration of all things …Read More…
We want to express our sincere gratitude to all of the golfers, sponsors, and volunteers who made this year’s Stan Johnson Golf Tournament a success. In total, almost 100 people were involved in making this year’s event special, showing once again what a force for good Freemasonry is. This year, we thank RW John Dester …Read More…
