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THE MORNING CALL SUNDAY, JANUARY 24, 2021 3
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PHOEBE OFFERS
CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT

COMMUNITIES FOR ACTIVE LIFESTYLES

oday’s seniors are the only reason Sell chose to
looking for retirement make theTerrace at Phoebe her
Tliving options that home.Another important factor
promote an active lifestyle with the was the affordability.“I felt that
added benefits of continuing care Phoebe was more approachable
if and when it is needed.According financially for me, as well. So we
,
to AARP there are nearly 2,000 had visited some other places,
and felt that this one was closer
continuing care retirement to my means.”
communities (CCRCs) in the
Kocis works closely with
United States, with close to potential residents to explain the
600,000 residents. different entrance fee options.
Phoebe Ministries has four “I think with the flexibility of the
60+ communities in Eastern PA entrance fee, Phoebe has options
and will soon be adding Chestnut for everyone. It means more
Ridge at Rodale, an independent people are able to plan for their
living community.These CCRCs futures.”
are ideal for residents who are still
active and independent, but realize To live in a Phoebe
their needs may change in the community, a resident pays an
future.As a resident’s level of care entrance fee and a monthly fee.
increases, they are easily able to These fees allow a resident to
transition from independent living stay at an independent living
to personal care to skilled nursing, community, like theTerrace, until
all while staying within the same such time when a higher level of
familiar community. care is needed.Then, the resident
Life atTheTerrace and a newly refurbished library shopping for a community is to would transition to a different
where residents can often be seen ask what happens when their level of care on the campus. Fees
One of Phoebe’s independent relaxing by the fireplace or playing money runs out. Because that is so for apartments atTheTerrace, or
living locations is theTerrace at a friendly game of bridge. important, that when their money any of Phoebe’s active retirement
Phoebe Allentown. Located in the runs out, we have the benevolence communities, vary based on the
historic West End of Allentown, Apartment layouts at the fund that takes care of them. So type of living accommodations
theTerrace has close proximity to Terrace range from studios to they know that they will always be and refund options selected.
shopping, theaters, and restaurants, 2-bedroom suites, with some that taken care of, and that gives peace In addition to theTerrace
and is within walking distance to include balconies overlooking of mind to them and their family.”
the Allentown Farmers’ Market. picturesque Allentown.All TheTerrace also gives in Allentown, Phoebe also has
CCRCs located at Richland,
apartments have kitchens, which
Even though there is much give residents the option to make residents’ families the relief that Wyncote, and Wernersville.
to see and do right around the their own meals or enjoy the their loved one is being taken Each location offers a range of
Terrace, many residents choose company of their neighbors in the care of daily, with well visits and amenities for active lifestyles while
to bring their personal vehicles to dining room. check ins available, if needed.As providing the high level of care
Phoebe.Althea Sell, a three-year a resident needs more support, that Phoebe is known for.
resident of theTerrace, chose to One of the most important they also have access to services
bring her car. Sell enjoys how she features of theTerrace is that including physical therapy, “One of the things that
“…can go out to the grocery residents are not just renting an occupational therapy, and speech just inspires me is how we are
store and my church.” She grew apartment. Instead, they become therapy. Residents can even stay at always here for our residents
up in the Allentown area, which is a lifetime resident of Phoebe, with Phoebe’s short-term rehabilitation and families,” Kocis mentions.“So
what initially attracted her toThe access to healthcare services now facility right across the street if when you hear staff at Phoebe
Terrace. and in the future. recovery is needed after a surgery talk about residents, they are our
TheTerrace offers residents AlwaysTaken Care Of or injury. family – they are our extended
the opportunity to be as involved When a resident needs Comforting Home Care by family.And we care about them
so much.And you can see that
in activities as they would like. additional care, Phoebe is by their Phoebe is also available to assist
What Sell enjoys most about the side to help them transition to a residents with daily tasks such as and feel it when you walk around
Terrace is,“…the sociability here. higher level of support.Vicki Kocis, laundry, cooking, and other light our communities.”
We’ve got very nice activities. Sales Coordinator for theTerrace, chores. Once-a-week cleaning and To learn more about the
We’ve got programs that are understands the importance of linen services are also provided to Terrace at Phoebe, or any
offered, we have speakers, we giving residents reassurance in residents of theTerrace. of Phoebe’s continuing care
have musicians that come.” knowing that they will always have retirement communities, visit
TheTerrace also has exercise a home at Phoebe.“The biggest Benefits Outweigh the Costs phoebe.org or call
programs, cooking demonstrations, thing I tell folks when they are The Allentown location wasn’t 610-435-9037.