On This Day in History: A Community Was Born
Many decades ago, under the scorching summer sun, a group of passionate volunteers from a local church gathered with one bold vision: to build a place where compassion, care, and community would thrive for generations.
As the Middletown Journal reported at the time, “Scorching sun dimmed neither the enthusiasm nor the work of more than 20 volunteers who began construction this week on the new Mount Pleasant Home.” These volunteers weren’t just raising walls—they were laying the foundation for something far greater than bricks and mortar. They were creating a home.
That Vision Still Lives Today
Fast forward to the present, and the original dream behind Mount Pleasant is alive and well—stronger, in fact, than ever before. The community has grown in size, services, and spirit, yet it remains deeply rooted in the same values that inspired those first builders: faith, fellowship, and a commitment to caring for one another.
One of the most remarkable parts of this story is that some of those original volunteers have not only witnessed this legacy unfold—they’ve become a living part of it. Among them is Roger Carter, a current resident of Mount Pleasant whose journey is nothing short of inspiring.
Roger Carter: A Builder and a Resident
“In 1952,” Roger recalls, “I was on the Southwestern Ohio Presbyterian Team who helped the builders of the first big building up at Britton Rd… also the first two cottages. I was 13 and rode my bike back and forth from home. I climbed up ladders carrying shingles or pieces of lumber to the workmen or anything they needed.”
Roger’s contribution at such a young age was more than physical labor—it was a testament to the heart and spirit that built Mount Pleasant. Today, he walks the halls he helped construct, not as a visitor, but as a beloved resident.
A Full-Circle Moment
To live in the very community you once helped build is a rare and meaningful full-circle moment. Roger’s story is a powerful reminder of what makes Mount Pleasant special: It’s not just a place where people live—it’s a place that was built by the community, for the community.
As we reflect on this meaningful anniversary, we honor the visionaries and volunteers who came before us—and we celebrate those like Roger, who continue to embody the spirit of Mount Pleasant every single day.
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