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Meet Richard Jones, Carillon of Knightdale’s Local Retired Farmer, Landscaper and Gardener

Thursday, January 5th, 2017

Whether tending the garden out back, visiting the Walmart where he used to oversee the garden shop, chatting with elementary school students, or encouraging other residents, Richard Jones is one … Read More »

Meet Maggie Smith, one of the Newest Residents at Carillon Assisted Living of Newton

Monday, December 19th, 2016

Although still adjusting to life at Carillon Assisted Living four months after moving to our Newton facility, Maggie Smith is looking forward to celebrating her first Christmas with us. It’s … Read More »

Meet Clara Elder, Raleigh’s First Female Police Officer and School Crossing Guard, at Carillon Assisted Living of Fuquay-Varina

Thursday, December 15th, 2016

Although it’s been many years since Clara Elder walked the beat in Raleigh, she still remembers the heartwarming aspects of serving as one of first female police officers in North … Read More »

Meet Howard Hansen, resident of Carillon of Hillsborough and veteran on a mission for Mission Love Drop

Thursday, December 1st, 2016

Seventy-four-year-old Howard Hansen is a veteran of the U.S. Army Signal Corps and held multiple jobs during his career—everything from working at a pet cemetery to 19 years as a … Read More »

‘Tis The Season to Enjoy the Annual Christmas Carol Event

Thursday, November 24th, 2016

When the sounds of Christmas caroling echoed throughout Carillon Assisted Living’s North Raleigh facility last December, it reminded resident Mary Burkhardt of singing with her sons after baking Christmas cookies. … Read More »

Meet Marilyn Smith, Ladies Golf Champion, at Carillon Assisted Living of North Raleigh

Thursday, November 24th, 2016

Marilyn Smith grew up watching her mother play golf in West Virginia. A skilled and dedicated player, Marilyn’s mom passed the love of the game on to her daughter, who … Read More »

Meet Howard Hansen, Former Cabbie, Vet and Jack of All Trades at Carillon Assisted Living of Hillsborough

Thursday, November 17th, 2016

While old movie fans are familiar with the phrase, “Follow that car!”, Howard Hansen heard it in real life. It happened during the 1970s, when he drove a taxi cab … Read More »

Meet Kenneth “Cowboy” Cantrell, Carillon of Huntersville’s original Cowboy

Thursday, November 10th, 2016

While he never bucked a bronco or herded cattle, Kenneth “Cowboy” Cantrell is living proof that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself. When his wife, Daphene—a former state district … Read More »

Meet Johnny and Helen Horton, Carillon of Knightdale’s New Resident Welcome Committee

Thursday, November 3rd, 2016

Johnny Horton joined the Navy when he was only 17 years old. He had the urge to do something different with his life, and after talking with recruiters he decided … Read More »

Carillon’s 2016 Christmas Carol Concert

Thursday, November 3rd, 2016

The holidays are just around the corner! Mark your calendars and save the date for a Carillon Christmas Carol, where Carillon’s residents, family, friends, neighbors and the entire community gather … Read More »

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