Kingsessing: Seniors Find Creative Outlet At Open Mic
Poems about New York and chapters from a romance novel echoed through the Kingsessing Library’s sunlit basement. On Sept. 28, the library hosted an open mic poetry night for older adults— the first of many, Rachel Hayes hopes. “I think it’s important for the community,” Kingsessing Library Supervisor Hayes said. “Anything positive, anything that builds […]
Point Breeze: This Week In The News – 17th Police District Celebrates Philadelphia First Responder Appreciation Day And More
In case you missed it, we found a few places where people were talking about things happening in Point Breeze: Philadelphia First Responder Appreciation Day Celebration– In honor of Philadelphia First Responder Appreciation Day, officers and firefighters were treated to lunch and dinner at the 17th Police District station, courtesy of On Point Bistro. (via […]
Olde Kensington: Director Keeps LSH a Well-Oiled Machine
Inside the Lutheran Settlement House, at 1340 Frankford Ave., is an atmosphere of constant activity where people are always smiling. From bingo to GED preparation, the century-old building houses enough social services to satisfy the community’s neediest. The building must stay a well-oiled machine through funding and lots of care; a task executive director Kelly […]
South Philly: Senior Center Brings Shine to Golden Years
[vimeo 69127210] America’s geriatric population is set to explode over the next decade as the Baby Boom generation begins to retire. Medical advances have pushed life expectancy such that many women and men will live a third of their lives in retirement. Enter the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging, a private, non-profit advocate since 1973. PCA […]
Germantown: Center in the Park Celebrates 45th Anniversary with Dedicated Members
Center in the Park celebrated its 45th anniversary Thursday night with a mixture of jazz and line dancing to thank nearly 200 of its members. Brannon Johnson, the program director at Center in the Park, said it was important to celebrate the people behind the scenes as the facility remembered nearly half a century of […]
Germantown: Activities at Stapeley Help Senior Citizens Stay Healthy
The residents of Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley on the corner of Greene Street and West Washington Lane quash the stereotype of inactive seniors. The assisted living facility offers an assortment of activities, including game time, daily exercise programs and weekly yoga classes. Carly Solis-Cohen, personal care and independent living recreational coordinator at Stapeley, said […]
Germantown: Diverse Backgrounds Create a Home at Senior Living Community
The residents of Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley on the corner of Greene Street and West Washington Lane came to the facility for its resources but found a home when they arrived. Each senior brings his or her unique experiences to the building, but all are characterized by a driven lifestyle that shaped the culture at Stapeley. […]
Germantown: Senior Home Adapts to Residents’ Desires
The spirit of the renovations planned for Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley on the corner of Greene Street and West Washington Lane was spearheaded by the facility’s own residents. Beginning in early April, the $5 million renovation project will include upgrades to its rehabilitation center, a new art studio and a remodeled dining room. Stapeley […]
Kensington: St. Anne’s Senior Center Makes Lengthening Life Span a Priority
[vimeo 60130361] St. Anne’s Senior Citizen Center, an organization which has provided locals with activities and services for more than 30 years, strives to promote wellness and health programs to keep seniors part of the community longer. “While the centers for a long time have had health promotion and exercise programs, we are really focusing on […]
Germantown: Senior Citizens Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Love Café
Center in the Park, located at 5818 Germantown Ave., was filled with laughter as lovers gathered to celebrate Valentine’s Day at Love Café. Senior citizens from the community celebrated their love for life at the annual event. A heart-shaped balloon greeted the senior citizens at the door, setting the tone of the festivities that lay […]