You Belong Here
New residents and visitors regularly comment on the warmth and friendliness they feel as soon as they step onto the campus of United Zion Retirement Community in Lancaster County, PA. Long-time community members smile knowingly and reply, “That’s just who we are! You’re welcome here.”
Jean, who enjoys a beautiful senior independent living apartment with a patio that opens onto a tucked-away courtyard, remembers her early days living here after a move from out of state: “As I walked [around], everyone spoke to me, even strangers. I felt like I wasn’t a new somebody but an old friend. In a short time, this helped me to feel like I really belonged.”
Lifestyle
At United Zion Retirement Community, you’ll find the amenities and services that matter most—making us much more than a traditional retirement community. Here, independent living means having the freedom to fill each day exactly the way you choose.
Stay active in our brand-new Fitness Center, added in 2025, or enjoy a peaceful walk around our beautiful campus. Join the community chorus, participate in a Bible study group, or explore your creative side with crafts and puzzles in our inviting common spaces. Spend time in the game room, challenge friends to a round of shuffleboard, or enjoy a friendly game of pool.
Our robust activity schedule offers something for everyone, from resident-initiated socials to community-wide events that bring neighbors together. With scheduled group transportation available, it’s easy to stay connected both on and off campus.
Every day at United Zion is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, stay engaged, and enjoy vibrant, independent living in a warm and welcoming community.
Spirituality
Drawing from the rich United Zion Church heritage of the founding family, United Zion culture embodies Anabaptist values such as living out one’s faith in practical ways, choosing to be honest and caring genuinely. Whether or not faith is a key part of your identity, you are welcome to join in a Christian retirement community that recognizes each person as important. With daily chapel services and an active chaplaincy ministry, your faith can grow.
About Us
Food
Enjoy delicious dining whenever the craving strikes! Our full-service, on-campus Lexington Restaurant is open daily from 7 AM to 7 PM, offering a welcoming space to relax, connect with friends, or grab a meal to go. Our reasonably priced menu features beloved Lancaster County favorites alongside internationally inspired dishes—there’s something to satisfy every taste.
Looking for something quick and convenient? Stop by Café 501, where you’ll find locally roasted Bodega coffee, fresh soups, made-to-order sandwiches, crisp salads, and a variety of grab-and-go meals—perfect for busy days on the move.
Why Lancaster County?
Lancaster County offers the perfect blend of scenic countryside, vibrant communities, and convenient access to major metropolitan areas. United Zion Retirement Community is located in the award-winning town of Lititz, where you’ll enjoy small-town charm with all the amenities you need close by.
Just 90 minutes from Philadelphia and Baltimore, and approximately 45 minutes from Harrisburg International Airport, Lancaster County makes it easy for family and friends to visit while giving you easy access to travel and day trips throughout the region.
Lancaster County is known for:
- Pennsylvania’s favorable retirement tax benefits
- Lititz—consistently recognized as one of America’s best small towns
- A thriving arts and cultural scene, including galleries, concerts, festivals, and live entertainment
- Rich history with museums, historic landmarks, and preserved architecture
- Excellent healthcare and nationally recognized medical facilities
- Live theater, including the renowned Sight & Sound Theatres
- A wide variety of churches and faith communities
- Picturesque covered bridges and scenic farmland
- Fresh local produce and farmers markets, including Lancaster Central Market—the nation’s oldest continuously operating farmers market
- Amish culture and countryside tours
- Unique boutiques, antique shops, and locally owned businesses
Within a three-hour drive, you can easily visit:
- Philadelphia
- Baltimore
- Washington, D.C.
- New York City
- The beaches of New Jersey and Delaware
- Chesapeake Bay
