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There are a multitude of studies about the benefits of owning a pet. For those who already own a pet, this is not a surprise. Below are a few of the many reasons to celebrate

From left to right: Vice President of Human Resources Daphne Floyd, Vice President of Marketing & Communications Shannon Grieb, PPH Residents’ Association President Dr. Elaine C. Grose, Interim President & CEO Dr. Nancy Koury King,

Spring is right around the corner and is the perfect time to think about de-cluttering and simplifying your life. When people hear the term, “downsize”, it is usually met with resistance. Rightsizing is a better

As the calendar year flips over to a new year, we are bombarded with ads and images of “NEW YEAR, NEW YOU!” The reality is, as the year changes, we’re the same “us.” People often

At PPH, we understand the stress of caregivers. We have put together an informational article, including resources and self-care practices to ease the burden. Click below for the article: Challenges of Care Giving  

PPH’s Infection Preventionist, Eileen Bratton, often meets with residents and staff to answer questions about the risk of becoming infected with Covid, the seasonal flu, or RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus). Eileen Bratton, PPH's Infection

There seems to be a holiday or observance for just about everything! From "talk like a pirate day" to "chocolate chip cookie day" -- you can usually find a day, week or month where there

The origins of Women's History Month began in 1911, during the first International Women's Day. Celebrated on March 8, International Women's Day is an annual celebration that recognizes the accomplishments of women, while also highlighting 

by PPH resident Carol Drummond The theme for this year's Black History Month is "Black Resistance", focusing on how African Americans, even though they have been oppressed in all facets of their lives, have risen

National Activity Professionals Day, celebrated the fourth Friday in January, is the day to celebrate all activity coordinators and social care practitioners’ creativity, enthusiasm, and dedication to empowering care home residents across the country to

How Do the Gardens Grow at PPH? At PPH, gardening is a time of fellowship and sharing. (And of course, delicious eating, especially in the summer months!) Today a longtime resident gardener shares her favorite

Sister Maryann Tregoning (left) at an Alternative to Violence (ATV) project event. She was one of 120 national and international attendees. PPH resident, Sister Maryann Tregoning, spent 48 years in Ghana as a

Lucille Hite (current photo) Lucille Hite - nursing graduation photo 1954 PPH resident Lucille Hite is a graduate of The Pittsburgh Hospital School of Nursing, class of 1954. She worked pediatrics

“I’m in love with plants!” That is Alpha Manor resident Sylvia’s instant response when asked why she volunteers in PPH’s greenhouse. Love of plants is certainly what brings PPH residents and outside volunteers to our

PPH's four new Guardian Angels come from different departments across the PPH campus. Anna. a Gateway Manor resident, recognized Pamela Sawyer of the Medical Office and Services Coordinator Joanne McLaverty. “Thank you, Joanne, for delivering

February is Black History Month, a tribute to generations of African Americans who have struggled with adversity to achieve full citizenship in our country’s society. The Philadelphia Protestant Home (PPH), a nonprofit senior living community

Life Lessons from Two Centenarian Residents at PPH Two PPH residents, Marcella Fellin and Cecelia Amato, have three things in common. They are close friends, they have celebrated their 100th birthdays, and they love their

Ron Hugo and Harry Morrissy are two talented resident artists (and friends) that share a love for creating stained glass art and living at PPH. One of their favorite spots on campus? The Art Studio

At PPH, there are many spots — indoors and outdoors — you’ll find residents frequenting throughout the day. Some are great for socializing, some are suited for solitude, and others may offer a combination of

At PPH, we’re thrilled to announce that we are now open for in-person tours, and we will be hosting in-person events in the very near future. We are excited about being able to greet you

President and CEO John Dubyk has longtime ties to both the PPH community and the entire area. He grew up just 10 minutes from PPH in Cheltenham more than 30 years ago. As a true

In Pennsylvania, masks are now required to be worn whenever you leave your home.  The Pennsylvania Department of Health asks that we remember this saying, “My mask protects you, your mask protects me.” Besides being

Although YouTube has a reputation as a young person’s domain, recent statistics tell a different story. YouTube is becoming more popular among people of all ages, with more than 1 billion videos watched, worldwide, every