What Is a CCRC? How Brethren Village Helps Seniors Live Life Fully
By Tara Ober / March 3, 2020 Continuing Care Retirement Community, Health Care, Independent Living, Personal Care, Senior Living
Each generation of seniors is faced with an abundance of choices when it comes to retirement planning. All of those choices have one common factor: future care needs. It can be difficult to know what healthcare a person may require at some point down the road. Luckily, for seniors in the Lancaster, PA area, there … Continue reading What Is a CCRC? How Brethren Village Helps Seniors Live Life Fully
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Leading a happy, healthy life at an active senior living community
We all dream of the day when we can retire, sit back, and truly enjoy life. However, as seniors grow older, they are sometimes faced with unexpected challenges. This may include children moving away and health issues. One solution is taking part in activities that can provide a positive balance to retirement living. Active senior … Continue reading Leading a happy, healthy life at an active senior living community
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How a visit to the dermatologist can reveal a lot about your heart
At every annual doctor’s checkup, we are told to eat healthily and exercise regularly. This, in turn, will keep blood pressure down and cholesterol in check. As we get older, this is what we are supposed to do to help prevent a stroke or heart attack. However, heart disease continues to be the leading cause … Continue reading How a visit to the dermatologist can reveal a lot about your heart
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The best Senior living is in Lancaster, PA at a CCRC like Brethren Village!
Featured Photo: Brethren Village Campus When you dream of retirement do you picture beautiful white sandy beaches, deep blue waters and the feel of a warm, sea breeze? For years, Florida has been ranked as the number one destination for retirees. In fact, in 2018, Sarasota, Florida was the number one place to retire in … Continue reading The best Senior living is in Lancaster, PA at a CCRC like Brethren Village!
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Holiday Memories cherished by our CCRC Senior Living Residents
The sweet smell of freshly baked cookies, warm and right out of the oven. The excitement and anticipation of surprises waiting beneath the Christmas tree. Lighting the menorah on each night of Hanukkah. We treasure our memories this time of year. Often, we sit with family and friends and take time to reflect and reminisce … Continue reading Holiday Memories cherished by our CCRC Senior Living Residents
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Shared hobbies and interests bring friends together in CCRC senior living communities
Growing up, you always had a friend you could call to go to the mall at a moment’s notice. Or, a neighborhood friend who was ready for an impromptu game of one on one. But, as we get older, how we interact and make friends and social connections change. Fast forward 50 years and staying … Continue reading Shared hobbies and interests bring friends together in CCRC senior living communities
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Stay safe during senior living by following these 6 steps to prevent falls
Falls are the main cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries in people age 65 and older. According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), one in four older Americans falls each year, often suffering dislocations, bone fractures, or head injuries. As seniors age, they become increasingly prone to falls for a number of reasons: … Continue reading Stay safe during senior living by following these 6 steps to prevent falls
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Quality dental care is essential for those in senior living communities
The holidays are right around the corner, and it’s a good time to discuss dental health. Vibrant cheer and merriment hangs high in the air in senior living, along with acts of giving, spending time with loved ones, and yes—the promise of lots of sweets and treats. According to the National Center of Health Statistics, … Continue reading Quality dental care is essential for those in senior living communities
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When is the right time to consider personal care?
The growing population of today’s seniors is more active, healthier, and will live longer than any generation in history according to a 2019 Forbes magazine article, “A New Snapshot of Older Adults in the U.S.” But there are times when life brings change to active, healthy seniors requiring them to look for support in an … Continue reading When is the right time to consider personal care?
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Recommended medical tests and exams for seniors at Brethren Village CCRC
While growing older often spells change for many people, it doesn’t mean your lifestyle has to transform completely. Seniors can remain healthy, happy, and independent by staying active and proactive in their everyday life, whether they live at home or in a continuing care retirement community (CCRC). The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) … Continue reading Recommended medical tests and exams for seniors at Brethren Village CCRC
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Brethren Village Retirement Community, from generation to generation
For Joan and Harry Hershey, Brethren Village Retirement Community has been a way of life in their family for many generations. Joan (pronounced Joanne) and Harry recently moved into Brethren Village in June, after Joan served on our Board of Directors. But Joan’s family has been an important part of both leadership and residency at … Continue reading Brethren Village Retirement Community, from generation to generation
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