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June REACH newsletter
Check out our June issue of REACH: June2020 PPH announces new President & CEO Auxiliary boosts morale with gifts to residents and staff Wellness Team brings classes outdoors, continues in-house videos Alpha Manor resident recalls lifelong love of music Pathways resident joins Centenarian Club
Read MorePros and Cons of Nonprofit and For-profit Senior Communities
When you’re shopping for a senior living community, one thing that might not be immediately obvious is the community’s financial status. Is it a for-profit or nonprofit community? According to the dictionary, “for-profit” is a business “initiated or operated for the purpose of making a profit,” while “nonprofit” is a business “not established for the […]
Read MoreImportant Community Qualities You Won’t Be Able to See on a Tour
So, you’ve arrived at a senior living community for a tour. The grounds look gorgeous, the sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and your friendly guide is extolling the virtues of the community. You may be tempted to move in right away, based on what you see. Yes, the feel of a community is […]
Read MorePPH Announces New CEO
The Philadelphia Protestant Home (PPH) Board of Directors has selected John J. Dubyk as the new President and CEO, effective July 1, 2020. John will take the reins from current President and CEO, Anthony Manzo who will retire on August 31, 2020. Board Chair, Catherine Nemeth shared, “John has the skills, background, determination and passion […]
Read MoreMother’s Day 2020
Mother’s Day at PPH As we continue to keep PPH closed to visitors to protect our residents from COVID-19, we understand that many family members will want to connect with their loved ones as much as possible. To celebrate Mother’s Day, we are asking families to fill out the form below. We will transfer the […]
Read MoreMay REACH
Check out our May issue of REACH: May2020REACH PPH adjusts, finds optimism amidst uncertainty PPH TV keeps residents active, entertained and informed Two Pathways couples celebrate wedding anniversaries Wellness Team finds new participants despite social distancing New Guardian Angel recipients, Employee and Volunteer of the Month, and more!
Read MoreWhy You Should Move Because You Want to, Not Because You Need To
We hear it all of the time from our current residents: They are very happy that they joined The Philadelphia Protestant Home (PPH) family, and their one regret is that they didn’t make the move sooner — in some cases, years sooner. Here is a short list of reasons why it’s a good idea to […]
Read MoreGuest blogger Maureen Solomon shares wellness tips
Taking the stairs is ALWAYS a healthier solution than entering an elevator crammed with people, touching buttons, people breathing on and near you… As we navigate this “new Normal” environment, train your body AND Brain to take the stairs when ever possible. Wear gloves to open doors and try to do the steps “hands free” […]
Read MoreGuest Blogger Marge Sexton, PPH Resident, on Her Thoughts During the Coronavirus Quarantine
As two-year residents of PPH, my husband and I knew at once we had found a place to call home for the rest of our lives. Never would we have imagined that two-years later we would be in isolation here, with many hundreds more of our PPH family. In our two years here many residents […]
Read MoreMisconceptions About Faith-based Communities
As you make your decision about which retirement community to choose, one of your many considerations may be whether or not a community is faith-based. When you hear about a faith-based community, such as The Philadelphia Protestant Home (PPH), what do you think? Do you consider it, or do you feel hesitant about the community […]
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