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What Are Some Christian Care Retirement Community Costs to Consider?

As you approach retirement age and begin searching for senior care housing in serene Lancaster County, the idea of residing in a Christian retirement community may resonate deeply with your values and aspirations. However, before you make any serious decisions, you want to consider the financial aspects of this enriching lifestyle to make a properly informed choice. Keep reading to learn more about the costs associated with Christian care retirement communities and how they align with your vision of compassionate quality service and Christian principles as you prepare for retirement.

Develop Your Long-Term Senior Care Guide for Your Family

Navigating the world of senior care can be daunting, especially as you approach retirement age. Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, offers a wealth of options for those seeking senior care housing, whether independent living, personal care communities, or Christian long-term care facilities. This guide is designed to help you and your loved ones develop a comprehensive plan that aligns with your needs, preferences, and values. As you read, you’ll learn more about the differences between different types of communities and some of the benefits you will enjoy.

2024 Open House

October 19, 2024 – 10am-4pm

Visit us on October 19th to learn more about our Christian retirement community!

The 19th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament

September 5, 2024

Proceeds from the tournament help Calvary Homes fund services for residents unable to afford the full cost of their care. This benevolent care offers an immeasurable level of peace and security for those served by our community. All donations are tax deductible.

4 Ways Hobbies Keep You Healthy in Christian Retirement Homes

When you get older and are heading into a Christian retirement home, there are some unique, new challenges. It can be hard to figure out how to live on a fixed income, find activities that keep you busy, and age-related medical problems that need attention. All of these issues can be challenging at first, but it is possible to adapt your lifestyle so that you can continue living an enjoyable and meaningful life.

One way to ensure you stay healthy and connected with others in your retirement community is by picking up new hobbies. Taking time for yourself and doing things that make you happy such as reading, attending religious services, listening to music, crafting, gardening, or playing board games, can all help to keep you healthy. In this article, we’ll talk about how hobbies keep you healthy, happy, and able to enjoy your retirement in senior living.

Senior Living Communities & Why Staying Connected Is Vital to Healthy Aging

As you approach retirement age, one of the most important considerations should be how you plan to live out your golden years while remaining active and healthy. Senior living communities provide an ideal option to help you achieve both goals.

One of the most important parts of staying healthy while aging and one of the many benefits of living in a community like ours is the connection between you and others. Studies have shown that seniors who engage in social activities with their peers tend to be more physically and mentally healthy than those who are socially isolated.

Socializing helps strengthen your memory, stimulates creative thinking, and encourages communication skills. Additionally, it promotes a sense of belonging which can help alleviate loneliness and depression.

In this article, we will discuss why staying engaged with others as you age is so important, the health benefits of doing it, and how senior communities can help foster it.

Tips on Reducing Your Risk of Needing a Memory Care Facility

As you get older, your memory, ability to concentrate, ability to process new information may start to decline, which is a frustrating experience for most. You might find yourself forgetting things more easily or having difficulty understanding something that used to make perfect sense. You could also start feeling overwhelmed quickly when trying to learn new things or complete daily living tasks that require concentration. It may become harder for you to do the things you once enjoyed doing. Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to help slow the effects of cognitive decline.

In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to reduce your risk of needing a memory care facility down the road and how things like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are identified. By following these tips, you may be able to slow down the progression of these conditions, reduce the need for dementia care or an Alzheimer’s memory care facility in the near future, and keep your mind sharp. While it’s inevitable that you may need some form of support as you grow older, these proactive steps can help reduce the risk of relying on our Lancaster, PA, memory care facilities in the future.

Choosing a Continuing Care Retirement Community & Why It’s Important Now

As retirement approaches, you need to consider future living arrangements, including the option of continuing care retirement communities (CCRC.) In previous blogs, we have discussed what a CCRC is and how it offers various levels of care and services, including independent living, personal care, and skilled nursing care. Choosing a CCRC now, while you can still enjoy independent living in our community, rather than later in life, can significantly benefit your current and future well-being.

One of the many benefits of selecting a CCRC early is the certainty of a secure living arrangement. By choosing a CCRC when you are fully able to, you are securing a guaranteed level of care and services for the rest of your life. Additionally, you are helping your family and other loved ones from making that decision on your behalf later down the road.

In this blog post, we will talk about the benefits of making this decision right now versus later on, who this decision helps, and how to secure your place in a CCRC.

Why Choose Faith-Based Retirement Communities for Your Golden Years?

As you grow older, you may notice that your peers are looking for housing in a community that matches their values. For many, that means they are searching for faith-based senior housing. Faith-based retirement communities in Pennsylvania provide seniors with a safe and secure environment, customized care plans tailored to each individual’s needs, and the chance to be part of an inspiring community that shares the same values.

If you’re considering this option for yourself or a loved one, it’s a good idea to learn more about it. In this post, we’ll discuss some critical aspects of faith-based senior living and help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.

Do You Need a Memory Care Center in Lancaster, PA? This Guide Can Help You Choose

Age is a gift, and experiencing all the things that come along with getting older can be a joy. However, there are some challenging aspects to aging that you or a loved one might experience that require specialized attention. If memory loss is a concern for yourself or someone you care about, it might be time to consider a memory care center in Lancaster, PA.

At Calvary Homes, we have worked with residents in all stages of life, from those who are entirely independent to those who need more help and supervision in their day-to-day lives. Memory care is a delicate task that only the most skilled, compassionate team can address adequately, and our Garden View unit is equipped to do that and more.

Choosing a memory care center is about more than staff and the location; it’s about the person who receives the care. Read on to learn more about memory care and what you should look for in a memory care center.