Lifestyle Articles
Leading a happy, healthy life at an active senior living community
By Tara Ober / February 6, 2020 active senior living communities, Independent Living, Lifestyle, Retirement Community in Lancaster, Senior Living, WellnessWe 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 …
Stay safe during senior living by following these 6 steps to prevent falls
By Diane Gergal, LPN, PCA / December 12, 2019 Continuing Care Retirement Community, Lifestyle, Personal Care, Residential Living, Senior Living, Skilled Care, Uncategorized, Wellness Brethren Village, campus life, exercise, Memory Support, personal care, Rehabilitation, Wellness and FitnessFalls 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 …
Quality dental care is essential for those in senior living communities
By Diane Gergal, LPN, PCA / November 25, 2019 Continuing Care Retirement Community, Health Care, Lifestyle, Personal Care, Senior Living, Wellness Brethren Village, dining, exercise, personal care, senior health, Wellness and Fitness, wellness programsThe 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 …
When is the right time to consider personal care?
By Erik Dering / November 22, 2019 Continuing Care Retirement Community, Health Care, Lifestyle, Personal Care, Senior Living ADL's, Brethren Village, CCRC, exercise, personal care, residents, Senior Living, Social ActivitiesThe 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 …
In glorious autumn, pursue active senior living safely when outdoors
By Tara Ober / September 30, 2019 Health Care, Lifestyle, Senior Living, Uncategorized senior health, Social ActivitiesThe beautiful season of fall has arrived, and it’s a great time to savor cooler outside temperatures before winter’s cold chases us indoors. So, enjoy this season of splendor with …
Hot weather tips for preventing dehydration to enjoy active senior living
By Diane Gergal, LPN, PCA / July 12, 2019 Lifestyle, Residential Living, Wellness independent living, senior health, shuttle service, Wellness and FitnessSenior adults have a higher risk of dehydration, particularly during hot, humid weather. That’s why they need to increase their intake of water during active senior living in the summertime. …
Active senior living can continue even if driving stops
By Lorie Zeamer / June 20, 2019 Community, Lifestyle, Senior Living Brethren Village, on-demand services, residents, shuttle serviceMany adults love to drive, and it’s a pleasure that extends into the senior years for some. Maybe it’s the sense of control, the feeling of independence, or just the …
Boredom is not an option here: the joy of senior residential living
By Tara Ober / June 7, 2019 Community, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Food, Lifestyle, Residential Living Brethren Village, campus life, CCRC, dining, exercise, residents, Social Activities, volunteers, worship servicesSenior residential living at the best continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) offers independent older adults multiple choices in how they want to live and spend their time. At Brethren Village, …
Springtime in Lancaster County offers these 6 entertainment and lifestyle amenities
By Tara Ober / May 29, 2019 Continuing Care Retirement Community, Lifestyle, Residential Living, Senior Living Brethren Village, CCRCLancaster County is home to an abundance of quality retirement communities, contributing to its 2019 US News & World Report ranking as the top retirement location in the nation. Our …
Brian and Wendy Albright—the new kids on the block at Brethren Village
By Tara Ober / February 28, 2019 Community, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Lifestyle, Residential Living amenities, CCRC, chapel, dining, independent living, residents, Social ActivitiesWhen Brian and Wendy Albright got married in Brethren Village’s chapel in 1989, they didn’t foresee moving here nearly 30 years later. But that’s exactly what they did in November …