Welcome to our blog.
This is a destination to learn more about life at Country Meadows, tips and advice for seniors and their families, caregiving support and ideas to keep senior minds and bodies active. Our new category “Through My Own Lens,” is written by a Country Meadows resident and provides a first-hand look into what it is like to live at one of our retirement communities.
Seniors are taking exercise to new levels
July 28, 2015
We can’t all be Harriette Thompson, the three-time cancer survivor who, at age 92 in May 2015, became the oldest woman to complete a marathon. You might be thinking, “Wait—isn’t …
Read MorePennsylvania welcomes you, and so do we
July 22, 2015
Though Pennsylvania is called the Keystone State for its central location among the original 13 colonies, we at Country Meadows also think of it as the Senior State for its …
Read MoreBe prepared with advance directives
July 13, 2015
As you grow older, you tend to pay more attention to health care issues, mainly out of necessity. One area of concern for seniors is how you would be cared …
Read MoreDementia can cause financial confusion early on
June 28, 2015
Recognizing when a senior loved one might be ready for dementia care can be difficult on many levels, but a recent article in the New York Times shows that, often, …
Read MoreSenior living in the Pennsylvania summers
June 18, 2015
Just as PA winters can be brutal, our summers can be hot, hot, hot. And, no matter how active seniors are, their bodies just can’t handle the heat as well …
Read MoreThere are more retirement homes in Lancaster, PA than ever. But finding affordable senior housing can be a challenge.
June 8, 2015
The population in Lancaster, PA, has been growing steadily for years. It’s also no surprise that the Central PA community is one of the most popular places to retire in …
Read MoreBoomers: today’s senior communities want you and they’re changing to fit your needs.
May 25, 2015
If you’re a member of the Baby Boom generation, it probably won’t surprise you to know that the senior communities are readying themselves for you at a near frenetic pace. …
Read MoreLooking for a nursing home for mom? Here are five things to consider.
May 10, 2015
This week marks the beginning of the American Health Care Association’s National Nursing Home Week. So, in the spirit of celebrating the nursing home, we bring you a list of …
Read MoreWhat are the top cities for senior living in PA?
April 15, 2015
According to the U.S. Census, Pennsylvania has one of the highest concentrations of seniors in the country, with just over 16 percent of its population over 65 and a median …
Read MoreWhat are Assisted Living Facilities? Not Personal Care, in Pennsylvania.
March 27, 2015
The differences between assisted living housing and personal care housing are some of the things that our senior care team outlines with prospective residents and their families all the time. …
Read MoreRetirement in Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton: PA towns gaining in popularity among seniors.
March 11, 2015
Retirement in Allentown, along with Bethlehem and Easton, which make up the region known as the Lehigh Valley, is gaining in popularity among seniors in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The …
Read MoreMedicare Tips for Seniors: Where to Start.
February 25, 2015
If you’re reading this, you’re probably about to become eligible for Medicare. Congratulations! You may have heard stories about how challenging it can be to enroll, how complicated the system …
Read MoreLong-Term Care for Seniors: Understanding the Basics
February 6, 2015
Some of the most frequently asked questions that our Senior Care Experts receive have to do with affording senior care. When people begin their research, navigating the maze of long-term …
Read MoreMoving to a Retirement Home: A Checklist for a Successful Transition
January 21, 2015
Moving from a lifelong home to a retirement home is a significant change. For example, our experienced team at Country Meadows of Allentown has helped many families over the years …
Read MoreConsidering retirement homes? When is the right time to move?
December 23, 2014
We’ve talked before about the trend today for seniors to age in place. But sometimes needs change and the time comes to begin to look at retirement homes or assisted …
Read MoreMom and Dad are considering a retirement village. What should they look for?
December 15, 2014
Your parents just told you that they’re considering moving to a retirement village. What does this mean? The truth is, it can mean a lot of different things, depending on …
Read MoreWhy should you plan ahead for a retirement home?
December 1, 2014
These days, it seems like everyone is talking about the concept of “aging in place.” The baby boom generation is approaching the age at which they will likely require retirement …
Read MoreWhat is the difference between a nursing home and a retirement community?
November 21, 2014
“What is the difference between a nursing home and a retirement community” is one of the questions our retirement living specialists are most frequently asked. The truth is, while many …
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