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Summer Safety for Philadelphia Seniors
The summer months are typically a good mix of relaxation and fun for most Philadelphia seniors. Whether you have more opportunity to get out and enjoy the weather with family and friends or you choose to dedicate a portion of the warm days to gardening and golfing – there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Either […]
Read MoreThe Importance of a Varied Senior Activities Calendar
One of the most crucial aspects when checking out senior communities is to inquire about the activity schedule. A diverse activity schedule will have mass appeal and inspire community members to get involved. Senior activity is extremely important since inactivity can adversely affect a person’s mental and physical well-being. Activity Benefits A varied senior activity […]
Read MorePPh shines at SmartCEO Healthiest Company Awards
PPh is pleased to announce that SmartCEO The Healthiest Company Awards program has been honored as the winner of the 500 -1,999 employees category, for its commitment to health and wellness programs for PPh employees. Through these programs, today’s health conscious companies like PPh are investing in the strength of their businesses’ futures and the futures […]
Read MoreHealthy Eating Tips
Reaching and maintaining a healthier weight contributes to your overall health and well-being. Losing even a few pounds or preventing further weight gain has health benefits. March is National Nutrition Month, and here are a few healthy eating tips from Cathy Boland, PPh’s Director of Nutrition and Quality Assurance. Set healthy, realistic goals. You are […]
Read MorePPh Is Tobacco Free!
On Friday, January 1, 2016, PPh officially became a smoke-free campus. The public health benefits of such a change are vast, and with our continued efforts to create a healthy environment and provide wellness programs for both employees and residents, the implementation of a smoke-free campus policy makes perfect sense. Many universities and healthcare facilities […]
Read MoreMeet The Medical Staff (part 2)
The Philadelphia Protestant Home, in conjunction with Jeanes Hospital, is pleased to introduce you to our new medical staff: Dr. Stephen P. Cowen, Dr. Lee A. Cowen, Dr. Mark Lee and Susan Shirato, DNP. All four are associated with Jeanes Hospital, and are available for any PPh residents that make them their primary care physicians. […]
Read MoreMeet The Medical Staff
The Philadelphia Protestant Home, in conjunction with Jeanes Hospital, is pleased to introduce you to our new medical staff: Dr. Stephen P. Cowen, Dr. Lee A. Cowen, Dr. Mark Lee and Susan Shirato, DNP. All four are associated with Jeanes Hospital, and are available for any PPh residents that make them their primary care physicians. […]
Read MoreDon’t Let the Flu Catch You!
By Eileen Bratton, PPh Senior Director of Skilled Nursing & Infectious Control It’s that time of the year again, no I am not referring to Christmas, I mean “Flu Season”. While most flu activity occurs from October to May, the flu virus is detected year round. As you may know, Influenza is a contagious respiratory […]
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