• Freedom Village at Brandywine Team Member Named a Wellness Leader

    Freedom Village at Brandywine Team Member Named a Wellness Leader

    At Freedom Village at Brandywine, wellness is more than a program. It is a commitment to helping residents live healthier, more purposeful, and more fulfilling lives. That commitment was recently strengthened as Trish Ranck, Life Enrichment Coordinator at Freedom Village, graduated from the ICAA Foundation for Wellness Certificate Course, a professional development program offered by…

  • Delaware County Leadership: Maria Santangelo, CEO, Barclay Friends

    Delaware County Leadership: Maria Santangelo, CEO, Barclay Friends

    Maria Santangelo, CEO of Barclay Friends, spoke with Delco Today about her journey from growing up in Norristown to leading one of the most respected senior living communities in Chester County. From her early days working alongside her sister at a tobacco company to her experiences in the Peace Corps and Healthcare Leadership, Santangelo’s story…

  • Barclay Friends’ Culinary Team Brings Home First Place in Non-Profit Category at West Chester Chili Cook-Off

    Barclay Friends’ Culinary Team Brings Home First Place in Non-Profit Category at West Chester Chili Cook-Off

    At this year’s West Chester Chili Cook-Off, the Barclay Friends culinary team didn’t just show up. They made a statement. Serving more than 1,300 people in just the first ninety minutes, their tent bustled with conversation, smiles, and the warm, savory aroma of all-beef chili garnished with micro cilantro and a bright lime crema. It…

  • Daylesford Crossing and Echo Lake Celebrate the Holidays with TUBACHRISTMAS

    Daylesford Crossing and Echo Lake Celebrate the Holidays with TUBACHRISTMAS

    Daylesford Crossing and Echo Lake, senior living communities in Paoli and Malvern, respectively, hosted TUBACHRISTMAS for residents and guests — a festive holiday concert featuring traditional Christmas music performed by tuba and euphonium musicians. It was a wonderful evening of music, togetherness, and holiday spirit, celebrating the rich musical heritage of these instruments and bringing…

  • SageLife Contributes $50,000 to Support Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter

    SageLife Contributes $50,000 to Support Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter

    Springfield-based SageLife has raised and donated more than $50,000 to support the Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter. The company sponsored the Alzheimer’s Association’s Party in Purple Gala and Philadelphia Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Also, each of its four senior living communities in Pennsylvania held its own events throughout the year to support the organization’s mission to end Alzheimer’s and…

  • Heritage of Green Hills Invites Public to Holiday Train Room Open Houses in December

    Heritage of Green Hills Invites Public to Holiday Train Room Open Houses in December

    The Heritage of Green Hills is hosting two holiday-themed open houses of its spectacular train room. The public is invited to enjoy the intricate multi-train, multi-track layout created and curated by the senior living community’s residents on Saturday, Dec. 14 and Saturday, Dec. 21 from 10 AM-2 PM. The display is an ever-evolving labor of love featuring some of…

  • Discover the Future of Memory Care at Barclay Friends in West Chester

    Discover the Future of Memory Care at Barclay Friends in West Chester

    Are you seeking a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for a loved one experiencing memory loss? Barclay Friends — A Kendal Affiliate is a senior living community in West Chester that offers a comprehensive Memory Care program that has received recognition for compassionate care and dedication to residents’ well-being. We’re also thrilled to announce a…

  • Activities, Traditions at SageLife Communities Foster Sense of Togetherness

    Activities, Traditions at SageLife Communities Foster Sense of Togetherness

    Each year, SageLife communities foster a sense of togetherness and giving by participating in meaningful traditions that support the families of their team members. One such tradition is packing backpacks with essential school supplies for children, helping them prepare for the upcoming school year. This initiative reflects SageLife’s commitment to nurturing not only their residents…

  • Understanding Alzheimer’s: Key Signs and Proactive Steps for Caregivers

    Understanding Alzheimer’s: Key Signs and Proactive Steps for Caregivers

    Every September — World Alzheimer’s Month — the public is reminded of startling statistics about this devastating form of dementia that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. The lifetime risk for Alzheimer’s disease at age 45 is one in five for women and one in ten for men. About one in nine people aged 65 and…

  • Marybeth Cannon Rejoins SageLife as a Sales Specialist

    Marybeth Cannon Rejoins SageLife as a Sales Specialist

    Marybeth Cannon has rejoined the team at SageLife Senior Living as a Sales Specialist, serving the entire portfolio of SageLife communities. In her new role, Cannon will support each community, helping ensure SageLife’s Sales and Operations teams work seamlessly together to effectively deliver the brand’s value proposition to residents. “With Marybeth’s extensive experience and passion…

  • Recycling Challenge Highlights Creativity, Collaboration at SageLife Senior Living Communities

    Recycling Challenge Highlights Creativity, Collaboration at SageLife Senior Living Communities

    Residents recently used recycled/upcycled materials to create exciting decorative and useful items as part of a friendly competition across SageLife senior living communities. “We challenged residents at our communities to make projects out of at least 75 percent recycled or upcycled materials,” said Kim Smith, SageLife’s Vice President of Operations. “We were blown away with…

  • Freedom Village ‘Spreads the Love’ During February, Raising $2K + for Community Groups

    Freedom Village ‘Spreads the Love’ During February, Raising $2K + for Community Groups

    Freedom Village at Brandywine’s Outreach Committee recently held its 12th annual Valentine’s Day raffle/bake sale, ‘spreading the love’ in the form of donations to various community groups during the month of February. The outreach committee made up of Freedom Village senior residents who are dedicated to giving back, raised roughly $2,400.  For the raffle, the…

  • Echo Lake Welcomes Michele Sepples as General Manager

    Echo Lake Welcomes Michele Sepples as General Manager

    Echo Lake, a SageLife senior living community in Malvern, has welcomed Michele Sepples as General Manager. With nearly 20 years of industry experience, Sepples will be instrumental in creating and overseeing the senior living community’s annual budget, implementing plans to maintain and grow occupancy, and managing staff.  “We are delighted to have Michele join the SageLife team,” said Kelly…

  • Freedom Village at Brandywine Earns Best Nursing Home Recognition

    Freedom Village at Brandywine Earns Best Nursing Home Recognition

    Freedom Village at Brandywine has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2024 by U.S. News & World Report. This prestigious recognition is testament to the high-quality care and services provided by the nursing home. Since 2009, U.S. News’ annual Best Nursing Homes ratings have been a trusted resource for consumers seeking short-term rehabilitation…

  • Freedom Village: Here Are 8 Trends in Luxury Retirement Communities  

    Freedom Village: Here Are 8 Trends in Luxury Retirement Communities  

    Are you or someone you love interested in senior living options and curious about the latest luxury retirement trends in luxury retirement communities? Freedom Village at Brandywine is a good place to start exploring those retirement community luxury trends. There can be a lot of misconceptions and misplaced fears when it comes to senior living…