All New Freedom Lounge
Orchard Heights proudly unveiled its newly transformed Freedom Lounge, a space dedicated to honoring the community’s veteran residents. Once the facility’s art room, the renovated lounge is now a welcoming and peaceful space for veterans to relax, reflect, and connect. The unveiling ceremony, held at 2:30 p.m., was attended by residents, staff, and special guests, including the Mayor of Orchard Park.
“We are proud to recognize the men and women who have served our country,” said Tami Jo Smith, Executive Director, at Orchard Heights. “The Freedom Lounge is a space of gratitude—created to honor their service, their stories, and their continued contributions to our community.”
As part of its ongoing commitment to veterans and their families, Orchard Heights is pleased to invite the public to an informational session on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. The session will be led by Robert Stutz, Outreach Specialist from the New York State Division of Veterans’ Services, and will focus on state and local benefits available to veterans and surviving spouses. Special emphasis will be placed on the VA Aid and Attendance Pension Benefit, which can help offset the cost of Assisted Living Care.
This event is free and open to the public. Veterans, spouses, family members, and caregivers are encouraged to attend. Attendees will also have the opportunity to tour Orchard Heights’ community and learn more about how we serve and support our veteran residents.
For more information or to RSVP, please contact Tami Jo Smith at 716-662-0651 or TJSmith@OrchardHeights.com.
All New Lounge
