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Free Activity Ideas
Here at PPH, we understand that many of our residents and friends in the greater community may be in search of free activities to help pass the time while we’re all practicing safe social distancing in the midst of the COVID-19 health crisis. We’ve collected the following ideas and wanted to share with you all. […]
Read MoreFive No-commitment Ways to Test-drive a Community.
Are you considering a move to a retirement community for the next chapter of your life, but not sure where, when or how to take the next step? It’s a big move, and you want to make sure you’ve chosen well before you make a decision. But you also don’t want to wait too long. […]
Read MoreNew Research Confirms That Life Plan Communities Help People Stay Healthier
Over the years, studies have shown that residents at Life Plan Communities tend to live healthier and happier lives. Now, new research has confirmed those findings. The five-year nationwide study, administered by the Mather Institute in conjunction with Northwestern University and other senior living organizations, is called “Age Well” and analyzes information gleaned from interviews […]
Read MoreFive Amenities You May Not Have Known That We Have
At Philadelphia Protestant Home (PPH), we’re proud of the long list of amenities that come together to create our active, engaging lifestyle. You’ll find all of the offerings you’d expect to see at a community, as well as many you wouldn’t. And we’re especially proud of some unusual amenities you might be surprised to learn […]
Read MoreFebruary REACH
Click below to view the February issue of our monthly newsletter, REACH! February2020 In this issue: Shuffleboard — a PPH favorite What’s happening at PPH for Black History Month and Heart Health Awareness Month Hanukkah and New Year’s Eve photos Volunteer and Employee of the Month, new faces, Guardian Angel recipients and more.
Read MoreWhy 2020 is a great time to sell your home
When people move into a retirement community, they often use the equity from the sale of their homes to fund their entrance fee. And many times, the cost of living in a retirement home can provide savings over the monthly expenses of their home when you take into consideration insurance, transportation, home maintenance, repairs, utility […]
Read MorePhilly makes the list of 2020 Best Places to Retire
Trying to make that difficult decision about where to live in retirement? There are so many factors to weigh when you’re searching for the perfect retirement spot. Do you want to stay in a place you know and love, near friends and family? Or are you looking to explore someplace completely new? Do you want […]
Read MorePhiladelphia Protestant Home news and events
Here’s just a few recent and upcoming events at the Philadelphia Protestant Home! For more info, visit our website www.pphfamily.org or like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ThePhiladelphiaProtestantHome. December at PPH ★ Pearl Harbor Ceremony: At 10:30 a.m. Dec. 7, PPH conducted a flag raising ceremony at the Gateway Manor flagpole to remember and honor the […]
Read MoreWhat Personality Fits You Best?
The Research When you embark on a search for a Life Plan Community (formerly Continuing Care Retirement Community), you quickly discover many similarities. You compare the brochures and notice that most have a fitness program, dining program, different floor plan options and a social calendar. You are armed with your questions and ready to start […]
Read MoreWhat to Do When Care Needs Differ for Senior Spouses
After spending decades building a life together, it can be difficult when one spouse requires care the other doesn’t, or when both require assistance, but the levels of care are different. Perhaps you’re able to live independently but your partner needs memory care; or you need personal care, but your significant other needs more medical […]
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