Volunteering Time & Providing Care and Hope
Resident of The Village at Penn State, Lina Hood, and her husband Lam, have brought hope and security to thousands of individuals and families throughout Centre County. Through their volunteer work at the Centre Volunteers in Medicine, a free medical and dental clinic that provides care for those who need it, Lina and Lam have […]
Connection Goes Digital at The Village at Penn State
Connection went digital this past summer. The Village at Penn State introduced Connected Living, a platform that connects The Village residents with news bulletins, the day’s dining menus, activities, and each another. The need to modernize communication methods became apparent after traditional methods of communication, such as the in-house TV and printed memos, broke or […]
Protect Residents Against Today’s Inflation
Our residents are the best. They’ve shown extraordinary resiliency all throughout the pandemic while gleefully doing their part to keep each other as safe as possible. Today, though we still take precautions with COVID, our residents are still living life to the fullest. They’re enjoying the newly opened bistro, which offers fine dining, more menu […]
The Becoming Center Shares 5 Cardio Exercises to Promote a Healthy Heart
If you’re looking to maintain a healthy heart, regular physical activity and cardio exercises are two steps in the right direction. According to the National Heart Association, regular physical activity helps lower blood pressure, improve blood sugar, and control body weight, all of which can help decrease your risk for heart disease. At The Becoming […]
West Philadelphia Senior Community Center (WPSCC): Cooking with Heart
Lutheran Disaster Response: Recovery After Hurricane Ida
Natural disasters like Hurricane Ida challenge people in profound and difficult ways, but people respond in profound and inspirational ways. Julia Menzo, director of community outreach for Lutheran Congregational Services, and Lutheran Disaster Response in Eastern PA, has witnessed the perseverance of people after they endured one of the worst events in their lives. “Everyone […]
What are the Benefits of Water Aerobics? The Becoming Center’s Instructor Shares Her EXPERT Tips
This is how water aerobics can benefit you! Reduces risk of injury Reduces impact on joints (low-impact workout) Efficient cardio fitness through interval training Focus on core stability Can improve balance, coordination and flexibility Maintains bone strength with resistance weights Can improve respiration, regaining range of motion with limbs, hands, feet, etc. Ability to exercise […]
Uplifting Health and Overall Well-Being: Liberty’s Employees Share Their High Regards for Award-Winning Wellness Program
Liberty Lutheran’s employees are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care for our residents, members, and clients. As an organization whose mission is founded upon caring for others, we understand that our employees’ ability to take care of themselves and their health is of the utmost importance. This is why Liberty provides a comprehensive […]
Uplifting Health and Overall Well-Being: Liberty’s Employees Share Their High Regards for Award-Winning Wellness Program
Liberty Lutheran’s employees are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care for our residents, members, and clients. As an organization whose mission is founded upon caring for others, we understand that our employees’ ability to take care of themselves and their health is of the utmost importance. This is why Liberty provides a comprehensive […]