Staying Safe Online

Staying Safe Online

By Alicia Harvey Although technology yields many benefits for older adults, from staying connected with loved ones to accomplishing tasks online, it can also make them vulnerable to fraud or identity theft or other online scams. Crime can affect people of all ages, but those 60 and older are frequent…

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Benefits of Physical Therapy for Seniors

Benefits of Physical Therapy for Seniors

Physical therapy can help you maintain and retain your independence. It works to help restore and improve functionality, reduce chronic pain, maintain bone density, increase mobility, range of motion,  and improve muscle strength and balance. All of which support mental health. Therapy can help: Reduce…

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Hearing is Key to Living Well

Hearing is Key to Living Well

Hearing loss is very common – one in three people over sixty are living with hearing loss. As we age, hearing loss becomes more prevalent for many reasons. Untreated cases (those not wearing a hearing aid) have been linked to a wide range of side effects that decrease quality of life; increased depression,…

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Why United Zion?

Why United Zion?

  Choosing a place to live is a challenge at any age. However, as we age, it can be more difficult. We encourage you to consider the value of a non-profit faith-based Life Plan community. As a non-profit faith-based community, United Zion is focused on providing quality care for seniors, not profit.…

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Cooking Around the World for National Nutrition Month

Cooking Around the World for National Nutrition Month

By Forefront  In March, we celebrate national nutrition month and the flavors of the world. Flavor is the combination of appearance, smell, texture, and taste. Flavors can provide excitement to eating as well as revive memories.  New dishes can serve as reminders about the importance of enjoying our…

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Heart of the Home Opens

Heart of the Home Opens

United Zion Retirement Community had its ribbon cutting and chapel dedication on Thursday September 9th. This event marked the finished of the construction of the Heart of the Home project, which included a larger chapel and renovated entrance. Liz Ackerman from the Northern Lancaster Chamber welcomed…

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