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Stay Healthy This Winter: Tips for Seniors to Avoid the Flu
Catching the flu is a miserable experience for anyone, but if you’re over the age of 65, the risks and dangers of the seasonal flu are significantly higher. Seniors who contract the flu have a much greater chance of developing serious complications; this is largely because the immune system defenses weaken as we age. The […]
Read MoreTop Tips for Holiday Dinners and Desserts for Those with Diabetes
One of the most wonderful parts of the holiday season are the meals shared with friends and family, but for those with diabetes, it can also be one of the most challenging aspects of celebrating together. The foods that are commonly shared when we come together in laughter and cheer tend to be rich, sugary […]
Read More5 Tips for Celebrating the Holiday Season with a Loved One in Memory Care
The holiday season is a time that is often filled with family gatherings, gift giving, shared meals with friends and big celebrations. For many seniors, this is also a time to look back on cherished memories – remembering special events, presents and outings with loved ones. However, if you have a loved one in memory […]
Read MoreSummer 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. […]
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