There are many ways to celebrate our independence and the Fourth of July reminds us to take advantage of them. In this post, we’ll highlight some ideas for getting out and about in the greater Philadelphia area and Delaware.
Activities for Seniors and Baby Boomers
The Fourth of July is a time of celebration, reflection, and community. For older adults, this day can offer a unique opportunity to commemorate freedom in special ways.
The Greater Philadelphia area and the state of Delaware, rich in history and culture, provide a backdrop for a variety of activities tha…
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Every year, to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the team at Friends Life Care does something charitable to give back to our community and honor his legacy. Our inspiration is Dr. King’s own words: “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?'”
This year, it was decided to get involved and collect items for Family Promise Montco PA. From their website, here is more about the organization and the good work they do. “For more than 40 years, Family Promise Montco PA (formerly Inter-Faith Housing Alliance) has partnered with reli…
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The team at Friends Life Care wishes you and yours a very happy Thanksgiving!
Did you know that gratitude is a powerful emotion that can improve our well-being and happiness. It can help us appreciate what we have, cope with stress, and strengthen our relationships.
The time around Thanksgiving is a perfect reminder for everyone, and especially seniors and baby boomers, to take a moment and express gratitude for all that they have to be thankful for.
Research shows that practicing gratitude can have many benefits for many people’s emotional health, such as helping …
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Friends Life Care has a mission to serve older adults. And Alzheimer’s disease is something that tends to affect more people as they get older. According to the National Institute on Aging, there may be more than 6 million Americans, most of them age 65 or older, who have Alzheimer’s. So Friends Life Care stepped up to join the Alzheimer’s Association Walk fundraiser.
Fundraising Goal Exceeded
We are thrilled to share some incredible news with you all – Friends Life Care’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s Team has not only met but exceeded our fundraising goal for this y…
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If you love your pup and want to meet other dog lovers, you may take them to the dog park to socialize and chase a tennis ball. But some lucky dogs recently got to attend the Friends Life Care Yappy Hour. And it was a barking good time.
What is Yappy Hour, some may ask? Well, it’s a happy hour for pets, especially of the canine persuasion, and their owners to get together and socialize. It’s a great way to get out in the fresh air, have some snacks (for humans and dogs) and to share what you love most about your furry friends.
Friends Life Care, a provider of wellne…
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