“Living at Lions Gate means being part of something bigger. The friendships, the shared traditions, and the sense of belonging make it feel like home.”

Morris “Mo” Goldberg, Skilled Nursing Resident

When Morris “Mo” Goldberg moved to Lions Gate in 2023, he was looking for a new home — one that was stimulating, welcoming, and Jewish. What he found was something even more important: a community.

Excellent care is essential, but so are the relationships that develop among residents, families, and staff. Those connections create a true sense of community, help friendships grow, and make Lions Gate a place residents are proud to call home.

Mo has lived a remarkable life. He worked as a plumber for decades, enjoyed more than sixty years of marriage with his wife, Ruth, raised three daughters, and remains a passionate Phillies fan. “I love the sense of community at Lions Gate,” Mo said. “I like the people here. I have great friends, and the days feel full when you’re spending time with people you enjoy.” For Mo, that sense of comfort matters. “When you find people you’re comfortable with, that’s what it’s all about.”

Music was always an important part of Mo’s life. After singing in a synagogue choir for over 35 years, Mo still enjoys performing at Lions Gate whenever he has the chance. During talent shows and musical programs, he eagerly steps up to sing alongside the accompanists.
Mo has found activities and programs he genuinely enjoys. One unexpected favorite has been bingo. “I never played bingo in my life,” he said with a laugh. “Now I’ve become a bingo aficionado.”

Lions Gate University has become another favorite part of life at Lions Gate, especially the lectures presented by Stuart Liss. Mo tries to attend as many as possible. “Everybody he talks about is interesting,” Mo said. “I always enjoy his presentations.”

The staff members who care for residents throughout the community have made an impression on Mo as well. “They’re good people,” he said simply. “They take good care of you.”

Growing up in a close-knit Jewish neighborhood in Philadelphia, Mo remembers a time when community was simply part of everyday life. Lions Gate, he says, brings back much of that same feeling. “There’s something about the shared traditions and familiar humor,” he said. “You feel like you belong.”

For Mo, that shared culture, combined with caring staff and lasting friendships, has made Lions Gate far more than a place to live. As Mo put it, “It’s nice to get along with everybody.” In many ways, that’s what Lions Gate has always hoped to be: not simply a place to live, but a community where people feel connected, cared for, and truly at home.