Bucks County
SENIOR LIVING
Bucks County Magazine’s
SENIOR LIFESTYLES
With the current advances in medicine and a greater awareness of fitness and nutrition, people are living decades longer than they were in previous generations. It is becoming common for people to live into their 90s and beyond. This brave new world has its upsides and its downsides. Having a long period of time after retirement gives us time to do many of the things we wanted to do when we were building careers and taking care of our homes and children. Now free time is available to travel, write, paint, go to the theater, join clubs, give back to the community by volunteering and list can continue. The downside, however is that many of our faculties diminish as we age. No matter how hard we exercise our bodies lose strength, our hearing and eyesight diminishes and we become
forgetful, sometimes as a result of normal aging and sometimes from more serious causes.
Aging can be thought of as a continuum from being able to live on our own to needing various degrees of help. This continuum begins with independent living, then assisted living, and then total care. Not everyone goes through all three stages, and many elders are independent up into their nineties. But even with this group, often widowed, there can be isolation and loneliness that can cause anxiety and even depression. These people need friendship, community and things to keep their mind and bodies active.
Aging nowadays is often something we face twice—with our parents and with ourselves. The sunset years are a good time but they can take a toll on families, especially when disabilities and memory challenges are added to the mix. The
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EXPERIENCE PENNSWOOD
Imagine a welcoming and vibrant Life Plan Community for individuals 65 and older that offers maintenance-free living, financial security and a continuum of healthcare, as well as an abundance of lifelong learning opportunities. For nearly 45 years, Pennswood Village has been such a community, one that is focused on the wellbeing of its residents, and guided by Quaker principles of equality, integrity, peace and community. At Pennswood, our residents are able to thrive by living their lives to the fullest, while enjoying the modern amenities, activities and surroundings that our community has to offer.
Pennswood Village features an 82-acre campus, with bucolic meadows and trails, located within historic Bucks County, PA in close proximity to Princeton, Philadelphia and NYC. Beautifully designed modern apartments with spacious open floor plans.Exceptional array of campus features, including a Community Center, fine dining, lap and heated pools, fitness center and exercise classes, art galleries, library, woodworking shop, garden and greenhouses. A wide variety
of enriching resident-run programs and activities and a comprehensive continuum of onsite healthcare.
From the natural beauty of our campus and meadows, to the exceptional modern amenities of our homes and community center; from the vibrant cultural, social and intellectual engagement, to the care and compassion provided by our staff, Pennswood Village is the ideal community to begin and continue your exciting journey in life.
AAt Pine Run Village, a sense of belonging isn’t just a theme – it’s the very heart of the community.
Located in Doylestown, Pine Run offers an inviting retirement living experience where every Villager feels valued, supported and celebrated. The self-named Villagers enjoy independence, vibrant social connections and a full range of wellness support. Friendships flourish, passions thrive and new experiences await.
Pine Run Village offers a tight-knit community experience with opportunities for personal enrichment and recreation. Imagine spending your days participating in art classes, book clubs, fitness activities and nature walks on the beautiful grounds. The community’s Lifelong Learning Program opens doors to new skills and hobbies, with expert-led classes tailored to a wide range of interests.
Pine Run Village also stands out for its people-centered philosophy. Here, every resident is empowered to lead a life that is active and fulfilling. Whether you enjoy lively social gatherings or quiet time in peaceful surroundings, there is a place for you at Pine Run.
Discover a place where community means connection. Where you’re always welcomed with open arms. Discover Pine Run Village.You Belong, Here. Learn more about Pine Run Village at www.psl.org/pinerun.
Christ’s Home is one of the few organizations in the country to offer an array of life-enhancing services for both senior adults and children. Christ’s Home delivers on its mission statement every day and in every way. “The heart of Christ’s Home is to serve the Lord by providing services to senior adults and disadvantaged children in an atmosphere graced with love, dignity, compassion, and respect.”
Christ’s Home was founded in 1903 as a faith-based, nondenominational organization caring for children in Philadelphia. In 1923, Christ’s Home purchased Saint Stephen’s Farm in Warminster and opened a retirement community to meet the needs of senior adults in the area.
Currently, Senior Services offers living options for senior adults including independent living cottages, suites, and apartments; personal care apartments; a skilled rehabilitation and nursing unit; and a memory care unit with private rooms. Christ’s Home has been recognized by US News and World Report as a five-star health facility and by the Centers for Medicare/Medicaid as a fivestar choice for post-surgical care.
Ground will be broken soon on a major expansion which will include new opportunities and amenities for independent living residents to grow and thrive. There will be 30 new independent living suite apartments. The apartments will include a combination of two-bedroom units and two-bedroom units with a den. There will
also be a large, two-story atrium lobby with a fireplace and seating. The current dining facility will be enlarged to include fine dining. Outside of the dining area will be a large outdoor patio with many features. Smyth Hall will be expanded to provide seating for approximately 180 people. A new physicians’ office suite will be added, where physicians and specialists associated with Doylestown Hospital will treat residents, as well as local patients. There will also be a small movie theater and a community room. If you are interested in joining the Christ’s Home community and reserving one of the few remaining suite apartments, please contact Mary Thompson at 215-956-1802 or mthompson@christ shome.org.
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BUCKS COUNTY ELDER LAW GETS PERSONAL
t Bucks County Elder Law, we get personal, and we are proud of it. That’s what separates us from other Elder Law Firms. When you call Bucks County Elder Law, we ask a lot of questions, learn about your concerns and goals and get to know what’s keeping you awake at night. This continues when you walk into the office. Bucks County Elder Law’s Attorneys take the time to explore your concerns. We educate you on the law and how it applies to your specific issues. We value you as a client and provide personalized service to you and your family. Every client receives guidance and the appropriate plan for their individual needs.
Nothing is “Cookie Cutter”. While other Law Firms use a “one size fits all” approach, where everyone gets the same plan, Bucks County Elder Law does not. The plan that is developed for you is customized to your specific situation. Then we go one step further ... our Care Advocates works with you to assure the plan is followed. Our motto is “We stay in touch, we follow through. We check in on you and we are always here to answer your questions.”
Going above and beyond is what makes Bucks County Elder Law unique. Henry A. Carpenter II, Esq. has been practicing Elder Law for over 35 years. As a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA), Henry has the expertise you need to accomplish your goals.
Call to schedule your complementary, no obligation, initial consultation. Meet our friendly, knowledgeable and caring staff.
“We want you to feel comfortable with us so you know that we are the right people for your job. Yes, we get personal. It’s our responsibility to learn more about you to find the appropriate solution to your problems. We care about you and are proud to consider you part of our family.”
Bucks County Elder Law is located in the Makefield Executor Quarters, 301 Oxford Valley Road, Suite 101B, Yardley, PA. Visit us at www.buckscountyelderlaw.com or call 215-493-0727.
SENIOR LIFESTYLES
MEMORY CARE IS ALL WE DO
Arden Courts Memory Care
Community in the greater Philadelphia area, is located on Stony Hill Road in Yardley, PA. We cater to the special needs of our residents with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Our Yardley community features friendly common areas, a welcoming kitchen space and family rooms and walking paths within enclosed courtyards, all designed for the safety and comfort of our residents.
Many families providing long-term care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or a related type of dementia express a desire for relief from caregiving. For loved ones living with memory loss, the benefits of respite care include a new stimulus, the chance to interact with new people, and the opportunity to share new and different experiences. Respite care is flexible. Call us for more information about respite care for your loved one. For information contact Arden Courts at 215-565-5881 or visit arden-courts.org/Warminster.
CARE PATROL
We are the nation’s largest and most trusted senior living placement organization with over 150 Local Senior Care Advisors throughout the country. We assess each client’s care level needs, financial needs and general preferred locations to recommend the best independent living, assisted living, memory care and in-home care options.Our services are available at no cost to you, as we are paidby tens of thousands of quality pre-vetted providers across the nation.
CarePatrol specializes in guiding families to find the right care option and solution for a senior loved one. Our services encompass advocacy, consultation, and education to ensure a smooth transition into Independent and Assisted Living, In-Home Care and Memory Care. Services are provided at no cost to families they assist.
For finding the right option in the Lehigh Valley, Upper Bucks Doylestown region contact Care Patrol at 510-5090445. We’re here to help you with options that will fit your needs.
Living Care Home Services is the oldest home care company in the state of PA to receive a license from the PA Department of Health We offer reliable in-home personal care services, 24/7 live-in care, concierge transportation, case management, home modifications and many more supportive services to families in our Bucks County communities Call today! We take the worry out of caring for someone you love.
We have been in business since 2001!
A CARING FAMILY
Living Care Home Services is Family Owned and Family Oriented. We are not a franchise nor are we owned by a parent company in another state. This allows us the freedom to provide services in any location a family wishes us to go. We work for our clients and change what we do to meet your needs. We are not bound by decisions based on the bottom line. If we don’t have the right person to meet your needs, we will tell you so at the time of intake. Matching the correct caregiver to your individual needs is essential in creating a positive relationship from the beginning.
Family values are especially important to our family of caregivers. All our caregivers are highly skilled, dedicated, and compassionate. They care for and about their clients.
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generation who is assisting their parents are often themselves in the process of downsizing and planning for their own sunset years.
Our Senior Lifestyles section presents a variety of living situations from retirement apartments that allow for independent living on campuses that offer care along a continuum of assisted living to total care. All the options that we explore in this section offer residents a sense of community and active living according to the circumstances of each resident.
In our section you can learn about options. It is all about options for a variety of situations that include such things as on campus food service, outings into the community, cultural programs, transportation and continuing education. In our area aging can be done purposefully and with dignity. Living situations are now staffed with professionals who offer rehabilitation, recreation and medical care. Lifestyle can make a difference, so it can never be too early to think about these things for ourselves and those we love. Aging does not have to be something to dread, but rather can be another step in our development.
CREATING A POSITIVE RELATIONSHIP
iving Care Home Services is Family Owned and Family Oriented. We are not a franchise nor are we owned by a parent company in another state. This allows us the freedom to provide services in any location a family wishes us to go. We work for our clients and change what we do to meet your needs. We are not bound by decisions based on the bottom line. If we don’t have the right person to meet your needs, we will tell you so at the time of intake. Matching the correct caregiver to your individual needs is essential in creating a positive relationship from the beginning.
Family values are especially important to our family of caregivers. All our caregivers are highly skilled, dedicated, and compassionate. They care for and about their clients.
