The House of the Good Shepherd Retirement Community in Hackettstown recently began a multi-million dollar renovation of its main building including the following elements: a redesigned visitor-friendly front entrance; an updated and refreshed main dining space, which will be named the “Schenk Lodge” to honor a generous bequest made to the House of the Good Shepherd Foundation from Rudolph and Edna Schenk; the addition of a Sales Center; and renovated administrative offices, common areas, cafe, and board meeting room. “Thanks to the generous bequest of the Schenks these new renovations will be a reality,” said Sue Lanza, CEO of The House. “The renovations will make The House an even more inviting home for residents and for visitors a truly welcoming atmosphere.”

In the photo, the Board of Trustees and leaders of The House of the Good Shepherd review the renovation plans. From left to right are Jean Burnside, Resident Board Trustee; Christina McLaughlin, Director of Sales & Marketing; Will Ashby, Director of Plant Operations; David Sullivan, Chair of the Board of Trustees; Reverend David Rude, Board Trustee; Norman Worth, Board Trustee; Susan Lanza, CEO; and Denise Maguire, Board Trustee.

The House of the Good Shepherd is located at 798 Willow Grove Street, Hackettstown, and offers a variety of senior living arrangements, as well as physical rehabilitation services. For those might be interested in exploring The House and what it has to offer, two Dine and Discover Events have been scheduled, on Thursdays Dec. 2 (from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Dec. 9 from 4-5:30 p.m.  As seating is limited, RSVPs appreciated by Nov. 29 for either date. For more about The House visit www.hotgs.org. For specific questions about residential opportunities or a tour, email cmclaughlin@hotgs.org or call 908-684-5722.