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(Newtown Square, Pa.) — White Horse Village residents recognize the invaluable contributions of team members by supporting their educational aspirations with scholarships. This month, 25 deserving recipients will receive awards ranging from $1,000 to $2,200 for their post-secondary education this fall.

LeadingAge PA unveils its Career Growth Partner program and spotlights its newest partner, Central Penn College. The program is designed to forge educational partnerships to provide LeadingAge PA member staff with better access to education, up-to-date curricula, and career development opportunities.

LeadingAge PA has awarded 33 scholarships totaling $40,000 through its 2024 Professional Development Scholarship program. The scholarships support staff members of LeadingAge PA member organizations statewide in pursuing various degrees, certifications, and continuing education credits.

MECHANICSBURG, PA— Messiah Lifeways has begun marketing for its new campus for those aged 62 or better, Fernecrest, with preparations to break ground on the picturesque 85-acre farmland property in October.

Pennsylvania state lawmakers in the House and Senate have passed the FY '24-'25 budget, which includes an increase in the Medicaid rates for both Nursing Homes and LIFE providers, effective January 1, 2025.

LeadingAge PA is delighted to announce the addition of five outstanding individuals to its Board of Directors. Their valuable expertise and diverse perspectives will be instrumental in furthering the association's mission to advance the evolving continuum of aging services in Pennsylvania.

NewCourtland Tower at Henry Avenue (formerly a psychiatric hospital known as EPPI) is a new innovative and inclusive housing community on 3232 Henry Avenue in the East Falls neighborhood of Philadelphia.

(Newtown Square, Pa.) — The fifth annual White Horse Village Walk to End Alzheimer’s fundraiser on June 19, 2024, has exceeded its goal, raising an impressive $29,010. The event began in 2020 when the pandemic forced the cancellation of the greater Philadelphia Walk. In the face of this challenge, the Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter turned to White Horse Village, and the community responded by raising $18,001 at its first event, with a five-year total of $140,698. Donations to this year’s Walk can be made at https://bit.ly/alzwalk24 until December 31, 2024.

LANCASTER, Pa. – June 18, 2024 – TANDEM LIVING is pleased to announce its intention to affiliate with Calvary Homes, Inc., a Christian continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Lancaster, PA. The affiliation aims to strengthen the long-term health and vitality of both organizations while continuing to provide exceptional care for residents.

The Luthercare Community Board of Directors is thrilled to announce a significant and exciting transition within Luthercare’s leadership. Effective July 1st, Marissa Picchini, its Chief Financial Officer, will step into the role of Chief Executive Officer.

Christ’s Home Retirement Community held a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony to officially open its new 82,000-square-foot addition. This building provides 30 new independent living apartments, expanded dining, an outdoor terrace, a new social hall, a physicians’ office suite, a lobby, an exercise room, a community room, and a cinema.

Lancaster, PA – Penn State University is proud to announce the Mid-Atlantic Intergenerational Conference, scheduled for July 10-12, 2024, at the Lancaster Holiday Inn. This exciting event will bring together experts in intergenerational programs, multi-generational families, and urban planning to discuss and promote intergenerational approaches to living, learning, and growing.