Masonic Villages News
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Hustling to Heal
Maureen Jackson was competing for more than a trophy when took part in Masonic Village's Harvest Hustle. Thanks to staff across the Rehabilitation, Home Health and Wellness Departments, five months after breaking her leg, she was taking back her independence one step at a time.
Son of Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill Resident Screens PBS Documentary on Redefining Fatherhood
Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill resident Paula Gidjunis recently screened a PBS documentary series about fathering, directed and hosted by her son, Philadelphia filmmaker Joe Gidjunis, 42.
A Great Place to Grow
Chris and Becky Dunlap knew they wanted to move to a continuing care retirement community that was larger sized with a full range of amenities, older (signifying stability), offered highly-rated on-site health care and was aesthetically pleasing. Fortunately, Masonic Village at Elizabethtown checked all the boxes and more.
Focusing on Summer Hydration
As the warmer months approach, it’s especially important for seniors to stay hydrated, for many reasons, including regulating body temperature and maintaining electrolyte balance.
Support Groups and Bereavement Services Help Those Coping with Loss
Carol, a Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill resident, was having a difficult time dealing with the loss of her sister when she learned about a new bereavement support group on campus.
Fueling a Passion: Dietician Uses His Own Journey to Help Older Adults
Anthony Crespo struggled with childhood obesity and watched his mother gain and lose the same 100 pounds through yo-yo dieting. He decided he wanted to make a difference by educating people about nutrition and healthy eating.