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Rocking the vote for more than a century: Marie Armstrong
“It’s such an exciting day,” says Personal Care resident Marie Armstrong, referring to the upcoming Election Day. “I’ve always made it a priority.” Marie, who was born in 1916 – four years before the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted American women the right to vote, also known as Women’s Suffrage – has never […]
Read MoreHealthy for Your Heart Fall Recipes
As the cooler weather begins to settle in here in Philadelphia, The Philadelphia Protestant Home wants to make sure that our community members – and their loved ones – are eating well. We believe that the shorter, cooler days should be accompanied by cozy and comforting meals. However, as we get ready for the holiday […]
Read MoreLifelong Learning: Top Podcasts for Seniors and Benefits of Listening to Them
Today’s seniors are unlike any generation before them. With so many incredible lifestyle options available to them like the ability to constantly stay connected to loved ones, multiple luxury retirement communities to choose from and the opportunity to enjoy extremely full social lives – the golden years are something that we can all look forward to. The modern senior also has […]
Read MoreLovin’ Philly: A heartfelt thank you to our loyal and generous Gala supporters!
We are so grateful to the donors and supporters who help bring the PPH Gala for Benevolent Care to life each year. A sincere thank you to the below individuals and organizations who have made Lovin’ Philly a great success:
Read MoreA Guide to Philadelphia’s Historical Sites
Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love and the Birthplace of the United State of America. For people who are fans of history, Philadelphia’s Historic District offers a unique opportunity to walk through the city’s famed cobblestone streets; the same streets where our founding fathers experienced many pivotal moments in American History. With so many different, […]
Read MoreMemory Care Activities and Exercises to Improve Brain Health
Your brain is a lot like the other muscles in your body and just like your leg and arm muscles, your brain needs plenty of exercise to stay healthy. The human brain is truly magnificent and even though we have learned much about the brain as technology and science have advanced, there is still much about […]
Read MoreHow to Pay for Memory Care
As we grow older it is completely normal to see the roles reversed between parent and child. Where you once needed your parents to care for you, they now rely on your help to complete many everyday tasks. But when parents begin to deal with the early signs of dementia or other memory problems, they […]
Read MoreSenior Living Language
Touring senior living communities can be overwhelming to a newcomer. In brochures and websites, you may come across abbreviations and terms that you’ve never heard before. Getting a handle on the language and terminology frequently used to describe senior living amenities will help you tremendously when comparing options for you or a loved one. Types […]
Read MoreSelecting the Right Care for Aging Parents
As we grow older, it is not uncommon to see the roles between parents and children reverse. Children eventually have families of their own and often end up caring for their aging parents as time moves on. However, depending on the needs of your parents, your financial situation and their physical capacity – you may […]
Read MorePPH Celebrates Lovin’ Philly: The 13th Annual Gala for Benevolent Care Friday, Sept. 28, 2018
PPH CELEBRATES LOVIN’ PHILLY, THE 13TH ANNUAL GALA FOR BENEVOLENT CARE The nonprofit senior living community’s largest fundraising event of the year helps advance its nearly 130-year-old Mission to provide peace-of-mind security and a place to call home for so many area seniors who have outlived their financial resources. PHILADELPHIA, PA (Aug. 20, 2018) –The […]
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