The Roxborough Home for Women
The Roxborough Home for Women was established in 1887 by the will of Samuel Gorgas to provide quality care and services for women of reduced financial means.
Roxborough Home for Women continues today as a non-profit community providing superior personal care services in a nurturing, caring, and homelike environment.
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Roxborough Home for Women
Roxborough Home for Women is a 501 (c) (3) charity that has been providing superior personal care services in a safe, caring, and homelike community to women of reduced financial resources for over 138 years.
Summer Celebration at Roxborough Home for Women!![]()
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What better way to celebrate the joy of summer than with music, laughter, dancing, and a little karaoke magic!![]()
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On Saturday, July 11, the ladies of the Roxborough Home for Women enjoyed a fantastic Karaoke & Dance Party filled with smiles, singing, and unforgettable moments. The event was thoughtfully planned with the help of Shirley Gaskin’s son and members of our wonderful kitchen staff, Pam Michaels and Mary Chapman, and other volunteers who helped bring this special afternoon to life.![]()
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The ladies embraced the celebration by dressing up in colorful hats, boas, and festive accessories, showing off their personalities and their sense of fun. They danced, laughed, cheered one another on, and even stepped up to the microphone to share their favorite songs.![]()
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The greatest highlight of the day was seeing our residents come together, enjoy the music, and celebrate the friendships and community spirit that make the Home such a special place. The ladies had so much fun that they have already expressed their hope that karaoke and singing become a regular part of life at Roxborough Home for Women!![]()
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A heartfelt thank you goes out to Shirley’s sons, Pam, Mary, and everyone who helped organize, decorate, encourage participation, and make this event such a success. Your time, creativity, and kindness brought so much happiness to our residents.![]()
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At Roxborough Home for Women, we believe that every season of life should be filled with opportunities for connection, creativity, laughter, and celebration. We are grateful to everyone who helps make these special memories possible. ![]()
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Until the next performance… keep singing, dancing, and enjoying the wonderful moments that bring us together!![]()
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Happy Fourth of July Weekend from all of us at the Roxborough Home for Women! ❤️🇺🇸![]()
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Our residents have been enjoying all the excitement surrounding Philadelphia this holiday weekend! From the spectacular Wawa Welcome America celebrations, to the incredible arrival of the historic Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 steam locomotive, to world-class soccer with the FIFA Club World Cup, and the excitement building toward Major League Baseball's All-Star festivities, our City of Brotherly Love is truly shining on the national and international stage.![]()
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Our ladies have been reminiscing about Fourth of July celebrations from years gone by while looking forward to watching the fireworks light up the Philadelphia skyline. It's a wonderful reminder of the history, traditions, and community spirit that bring generations together.![]()
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As we celebrate our nation's independence, everyone at the Roxborough Home for Women extends our heartfelt wishes to our neighbors, community partners, volunteers, donors, friends, families, and supporters for a joyful, safe, and memorable Fourth of July weekend.![]()
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Please remember to stay cool during the summer heat, drink plenty of water, check in on older neighbors and loved ones, and enjoy all the festivities safely.![]()
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Thank you for your continued friendship and support of our Home and the remarkable women who call it home.![]()
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Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸✨![]()
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The Roxborough Home for Women were very appreciative of our Friends, Neighbors, Supporters, and the whole community for honoring us with this award! Thank you, thank you, thank you.
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