Largo Lodge received the Elks National Foundation Impact Grant to enhance the lives of the residents at Liberty Manor located in Largo, Fla. The lodge provided picnics and installed two air conditioning units, solar film on all the windows, and a patio. They purchased a new grill and hold monthly picnics as well as special events for Veterans Day and Christmas. David Lindsay, a member of Brandon Lodge and spouse of Liberty Manor’s CEO Connie Lindsay, installed the air conditioners along with his associates. Florida Wrapz Inc. from Indian Rocks Beach, Fla., donated the labor to install the solar film throughout the facility. Largo members and other community volunteers installed the patio. Their Christmas party was held Dec. 14 and a gift bag full of sheets, pillows, personal hygiene items, cookies, socks and much more was given to the residents who were so surprised and appreciative of the gifts. Additional renovations included a new flag pole in the front yard after it had been hit by a car and knocked down. It was installed by Ed Cabana, Janet Kingsley and Ron Johnston and included a light at the top. Pavers were installed by Cabana, PER Sonja Lopez, PDD Jeanne Reinhart, and three community service workers – Paul, Cody and Andre. The pavers provided an extension to the patio. They also purchased two rocking chairs to complete the patio area. Lodge members take turns cooking a meal once a week. With several grants being used at Liberty Manor, lodge members have developed friendships with the residents. One resident even said, “You can visit us without always bringing gifts.” Connie Lindsay says the residents never ask for anything but are appreciative of what the lodge does.