From SlumberYard and United Zion Therapy Department Falls are a well-known and documented danger the senior population faces. The month of September is National Falls Prevention Month and the National Council on Aging hosts a Falls Prevention Awareness Week each year in September to remind older adults…
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Michael Vargo has taken the reins of culinary services at United Zion. Vargo has his Associates Degree from the American Culinary Federation Chef Apprenticeship Program. With 25 years of experience in long-term care food management and over 10 years in restaurant management, Vargo with the support…
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United Zion Retirement Community is thrilled to announce the opening of its Lexington Restaurant Wednesday, August 12th after a three month renovation project. The renovation updated the look of the space, expanded the area for dining and created a gathering space for residents. The brand new kitchen…
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By Jim Blake Indoor activities such as doing puzzles, trying new recipes, and do-it-yourself hair styling are enjoying a widespread resurgence. But will these at-home pastimes persist after the COVID-19 pandemic passes? One hobby that could keep you engaged until it’s time to get ready for the holidays…
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Did you know that May is Speech Language Pathology Month? Speech Language Pathology includes voice, fluency, language and dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). Seniors may have many reasons for speech therapy. Here are a five conditions where speech therapy is used: Aphasia: Seniors who suffer strokes…
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There are so many great walking, hiking and biking trails in Lancaster County. With the current restrictions during the COVID-19 crisis, now is a great time to explore them. To start, make sure you have everything you need: water, snacks, mobile phone, and light layers (such as a windbreaker). We also…
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Are you feeling bored, isolated while trying to abide the social distancing recommendation? Here are 14 ideas on how to take advantage of this time at home. Downsize – Whether you see a move in your next 3 months or your next 10 years, this is a great time to review what you have. Start to determine…
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Updated September 10, 2020 As a reminder, you can schedule visitation with residents (either virtual or outside). For Healthcare residents, please call Zach at 717-626-2071 x1006. For Personal Care residents, please call Julie at 717-617-7998. They will provide guidelines for those visits. Please…
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Here are 8 reasons that now is the time to make the move into one of United Zion's senior living cottages in Lititz, PA (Lancaster County, PA). Great time of the year to sell your home Get resources from us to reduce moving stress Choice of cottages that are becoming available (first come, first…
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Emotions can make downsizing tough. Emotions such as sadness, guilt, fear, anxiety are common. Recognizing and understanding those emotions is key to moving from being overwhelmed by the changes and moving forward. Understand it takes time to go through and determine what to do with what you have and…
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