Home Sweet Homestead

The Homestead—Springwell Senior Living

COVER STORY: Home Sweet Homestead

Springwell Senior Living introduces Baltimore’s newest Independent Living community

Making new friends can be challenging at any age, especially when you’ve moved into a new home. That’s why Springwell Senior Living provides opportunities for new residents of The Homestead—its brand new Independent Living community—to connect and create lasting friendships. “The first night I moved in, there was a happy hour, and there were so many lovely people at the bar, one of whom was fellow Homestead resident Joel. And we chatted, and the chatting developed into a friendship,” said resident Bayla Weisbart. “That was neat, because you’re not just existing – you have a social life.”

Joel agreed. “The people here are wonderful. I’ve made a lot of new friends. I love everything about being here,” he said.

Right Place, Right Time

When Springwell Senior Living in historic Mount Washington opened the doors of The Homestead in October 2018, Bayla was one of the first residents to call the community home.

“It’s the right size. It’s the right place. It’s the right time in my life to be in a community like this. I am just so pleased that I made the decision to be here,” said Bayla.

The all-new Homestead, located on 15 lush acres, includes 99 wellappointed residences ranging in size from a one-bedroom, one-bath to a two-bedroom, two-bath corner apartment, many with patios or balconies offering stunning park views. The property features a resortlike feel and many gracious common areas such as a library, courtyard, pub, living room, dining room and education center, as well as a wide array of daily activities.

Activities for an Active Lifestyle

“The activities that are presented are very appealing to me. You get a schedule of events at the beginning of the month, and you can choose what you want to do, or where you want to go if there are trips,” said Bayla. “It suits me and my lifestyle. It’s great.”

In addition to the ever-popular happy hours in the pub, there are countless trips, classes and activities nearly every day of the week, and even some opportunities to volunteer and give back to the community.

Each day is different, and residents could find themselves attending an exercise class in the morning, heading out to lunch at a local restaurant, learning a new card game or making jewelry in the afternoon, and enjoying the sounds of Springwell’s Musician in Residence during a relaxing dinner.

Because The Homestead is located close to arts and cultural venues, fine dining, shopping, and more, it’s also easy to find something to do “offcampus.”

“It’s in the perfect location. You feel like it’s country living, but it’s still in Baltimore,” said Bayla, who takes advantage of local restaurants and shops that are only a quick drive or shuttle trip away.

“Our Activities Director, Heather Entwistle, does a wonderful job of giving us a variety of opportunities to get involved,” said Mary Smith, another Homestead “pioneer.” “I think it’s very important for us to socialize and get to know our neighbors. I’m very happy here.”

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