United Church of Christ Homes

10/07/2026

Thornwald Home recently welcomed several local Food Trucks and More for everyone to enjoy, including Taco Trap House, Creek View Food Company, The Pretzel Spot, and Ashcombe’s Plants on the Grow Truck. Being part of the local community is important to us. When we share, support, and care for one another, we help strengthen our community together.

10/05/2026

The Lebanon Valley Home recently hosted our annual Resident, Family, and Staff Picnic—a special day filled with food, fun, music, activities, laughter, and fellowship! Residents, families, and staff gathered together to enjoy one another’s company and celebrate the wonderful community we share.

It was a true blessing to spend the day with so many people who experience the love, kindness, and compassionate care found at The Lebanon Valley Home. Moments like these remind us how meaningful it is to come together, make memories, and celebrate the relationships that make our community so special.

The weather was beautiful, but the sun wasn’t the only thing shining. Bright smiles, joyful hearts, and the warmth of fellowship filled the day. We are grateful to everyone who helped make this year’s picnic such a memorable occasion!

10/01/2026

UCC Homes is extremely proud to share that Ephrata Manor and Sarah A. Todd Memorial Home have been recognized among Newsweek’s Best Nursing Homes for the third consecutive year! This meaningful achievement reflects the dedication of our teams and the exceptional care provided to the elders we are honored to serve.

Newsweek’s evaluation considers important measures such as quality metrics, staffing, and resident satisfaction. This recognition highlights the ongoing commitment of both communities to creating supportive, compassionate environments where residents can feel valued, respected, and at home.

We invite you to view Newsweek’s full announcement at https://loom.ly/Hc8wIYM.

Congratulations to the residents, families, staff, and leadership of Ephrata Manor and Sarah A. Todd Memorial Home on this wonderful accomplishment. We celebrate your hard work and uplift both communities for their dedication to the UCC Homes mission of serving elders through acts of love and compassion. We are grateful for all you do each day to make a lasting difference in the lives of those entrusted to your care!

09/28/2026

Recently, the Council for Health & Human Service Ministries (CHHSM) uplifted United Church of Christ Homes by spotlighting our multi-year branding project. We are grateful to our CHHSM partners for recognizing the thought, care, and collaboration behind this important work. Building a stronger brand is about more than visuals—it is about creating a clear and meaningful reflection of who we are, the communities we serve, and the values that guide us every day. This project continues to help us express our mission with greater clarity and consistency while staying rooted in faith, love, and compassion. Thank you, CHHSM, for highlighting our efforts and for your continued partnership and support. https://loom.ly/5vPWAjY

United Church of Christ Homes (UCC Homes), based in Camp Hill, Pa., recently unveiled a new logo and website design, part of an overall updated rebranding program. But the planning did not happen overnight; rather, it is an ongoing, thoughtful, faith-inspired process that has taken several years. .....

09/24/2026

We invite you to read the Autumn Edition of The Heartbeat of UCC Homes. In this issue, you’ll learn more about our mission and discover the inspiring stories of the amazing people who reside in and serve within our communities. Please take a moment to celebrate the connections, compassion, and community that help make UCC Homes a place where people can thrive. Read the latest edition and join us in honoring the people and purpose at the heart of our work. https://loom.ly/il0EVaI

09/21/2026

For Mrs. Marie Libhart, teaching has been more than a career—it has been a way of life, simply taking on new forms. Through each chapter, her connection to teaching has remained an important part of who she is. Get to know Mrs. Libhart and hear more about her journey as a KPH resident.https://www.ucc-homes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026-Autumn-Resident-Spotlight-1.pdf

09/17/2026

For Kira Merket, music has always been much more than notes on a page---it is a calling. Learn about her faithful ministry, joyful spirit, and the beautiful music she shares with residents, families, and staff. https://www.ucc-homes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026-Autumn-Volunteer-Focus.pdf

09/14/2026

Meet Mr. & Mrs. Backenstoes, residents at Kindred Place at Annville. They’ve found their own little piece of paradise, enjoying amazing views of nature and wildlife right outside their window. https://loom.ly/4qFkvos

09/10/2026

Summer may be winding down, but things were heating up at UCC Homes’ Corporate Office! 🔥

A big thank-you to our in-house Pitmasters, Craig and Erik, for serving up some friendly lunchtime competition during UCC Homes’ End of Summer Cook-Off. And cheers to everyone who contributed side dishes and desserts—your delicious additions made the menu complete!

After a blind vote from those who sampled each savory selection, Craig took home the Best Pulled Pork award. Congratulations, Craig!

Of course, everyone who gathered around the table was a winner. What a delicious way to celebrate the end of summer!

09/09/2026

Since May 2026, UCC Homes has donated 5,970 pounds of computers and computer equipment to the Computer Ministry in Mechanicsburg, PA. Through this partnership, our mission of serving through acts of love and compassion extends to the wider community and around the world.

The Computer Ministry distributes refurbished computers to veterans, hospitals, schools, churches, senior centers, and nonprofits—helping provide technology to people and organizations in need.

Thank you to Computer Ministry volunteers Kenneth Lynn and Eric King for picking up our donations, and to Neil Weiser and Erik Messner in our IT Department for fostering this partnership. We are honored to support this important work. To learn how your company can benefit the Computer Ministry, please visit https://loom.ly/gZGPQgQ.