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President of the PA VA Auxillary visits Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, Pennsylvania
Sherry Harmon, marketing director; Charity Cruz, executive director; VFW Auxiliary Jr. Past Department President Valerie Decorte; Rebecca Long, director of resident life/support services; and Tina Twaddle, dining service director.

Traditions of Hershey welcomes President of the PA VA Auxillary!

Traditions of Hershey had the pleasure of giving a tour to VFW Auxiliary Jr. Past Department President Valerie Decorte.

Valerie recently returned from a trip to Phoenix, Arizona, where she attended the 124th VFW National Convention. This important meeting brings together thousands of VFW and Auxiliary delegates to approve new national priorities that will guide the organization as it lobbies Congress on issues important to the nation’s veterans, service members, and their families.

She is a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary to SPC Ross A. McGinnis Post 2145 through the eligibility of her late husband, Master Sgt. David DeCorte, who honorably served his country in the U.S. Army for 26 years.

Valerie has held many positions within the VFW Auxiliary at the district level, serving as secretary, junior vice president, District 19 president from 2015-2020, and chairman for many national programs.

On June 11, 2022, in Lancaster, she was elected department president at the 98th annual convention of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Auxiliary Department of Pennsylvania.

Third annual Music Fest at Traditions of Hershey

Traditions of Hershey invites the public to attend its third annual Music Fest on Sunday, Sept. 17, from 12-3 p.m., at 100 N. Larkspur Drive, in Palmyra.

Make it an afternoon to remember—bring the family to enjoy live music, food, and fun! Featured musicians include Clinton Jones and Chris Poje! Admission is free; please bring a lawn chair.

Located at 100 N. Larkspur Drive, Palmyra, Traditions of Hershey is an award-winning community offering independent living and personal care. Apartments are available on an affordable month-to-month lease with no buy-in fees. Resident services include assistance with daily living, meals, housekeeping and laundry, medication management, social events, and transportation. Traditions of Hershey was awarded 2023 Caring Super Stars by Caring.com, 2023 Best of Senior Living by A Place for Mom, and 2023-2024 Best Assisted Living by U.S. News & World Report. For more information about Traditions of Hershey, please call 717-838-2330 or visit www.traditionsofhershey.com.

Music Fest at Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, Pennsylvania making prayer shawls
Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, Pennsylvania memorial day celebration

Memorial Day Parades

Traditions of Hershey had floats in two separate Memorial Day parades this year. Residents rode in the floats for the Annville Memorial Day Parade, and the Palmyra Memorial Day Parade. Other residents wore their red, white and blue and watched the parades from the sidewalk.

Making Prayer Shawls & Purses

Look at the beautiful Prayer Shawls & Purses that our residents made! They met with Ron & Bobbi Gildea, who also lead our worship service & Bible study. Ron blessed the prayer shawls & purses, which will be shared with members of the local community.

residents of Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, Pennsylvania making prayer shawls
Ladies having tea at Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, Pennsylvania

Ladies' Tea

We had a great turn out for our Ladies' Tea in April. The ladies had a wonderful time enjoying specialty tea, extra special desserts and each other’s company.

Easter Egg Hunt & Celebration

The Easter Bunny stopped by on an absolutely beautiful day as young visitors enjoyed an egg hunt & coloring contest and residents enjoyed the glorious weather. Some residents were even brave enough to don a Bunny hat and have their picture taken!

Easter egg hunt at Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, Pennsylvania
Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, Pennsylvania Trip to the Army Heritage & Education Center

Trip to the Army Heritage & Education Center

A group of residents traveled to Carlisle for a tour of the United States Army Heritage and Education Center and Heritage Trail and took time to explore inside the museum.

Computer Training for our Residents

Our residents got a hands-on experience with some new technology! Students from the Key Club at Palmyra High School are volunteering for computer training for our residents. They learned how to do different things on the computer, as well as using an iPad.

Residents being trained on how to use a computer at Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, Pennsylvania

It’s a difference you can feel

Resident holding hands with a caretaker at Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, Pennsylvania