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Presbyterian Senior Living

PSL is a mission-driven organization that lives our values of integrity, mutual respect, creative curiosity, and connectedness. Building on a legacy of 96 years, we provide residential and care services to more than 6,000 seniors in 27 locations across the mid-Atlantic region of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio and Delaware.

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Health & Aging

Exploring Brain Healthy Foods and Lifestyle

Maintaining brain health as we age is a much-talked-about topic. It is even more top of mind for people who have had a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia. Research increasingly seems to link lifestyle choices, nutritional habits, and brain function.

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Health & Aging

5 Steps to Fight Back Against Seasonal Affective Disorder in Fall and Winter

As the days grow shorter and temperatures begin to drop, many people start to feel more sluggish and depressed than usual. While it’s natural to experience shifts in mood with the changing of the seasons, some people develop a more serious form of depression known as Seasonal Affective Disorder. This condition can have a significant impact on daily life, especially for older adults.

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Presbyterian Senior Living’s Commitment to Nursing Leadership & Career Growth

At Presbyterian Senior Living (PSL), there is a strong commitment to providing the highest quality care for residents. This starts with investing in the nursing team. PSL believes that supporting career development and cultivating leadership among its nurses is essential to creating an environment where both residents and team members thrive. By focusing on mentorship, education, and opportunities for advancement, PSL ensures that its team members are empowered to grow in their careers while continuing to deliver compassionate, high-quality care to those they serve.

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Health & Aging

Tips for Cultivating a Positive Mindset

As we grow older, the challenges associated with aging can sometimes lead to feelings of loss, sadness, and loneliness. But there’s growing evidence to show that by cultivating a positive outlook, we may be able to create a buffer against difficult emotions. Learning to practice gratitude and focus on the good can help an older adult become more resilient, leading to an overall better quality of life.

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Miscellaneous  |  Technology

Preserve Your Memories the Clutter-free Way during National Save Your Photos Month

The role of photographs in preserving our memories has never been more significant than in the digital age. But the ease of capturing moments has led to an overwhelming number of images. These images are often scattered across devices, cloud storage, and physical albums.

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Miscellaneous  |  Safety

Building an Emergency Kit: 3 Essentials for Seniors

There’s one thing we know for certain about the weather: it can be unpredictable. In recent years, we’ve witnessed record-setting temperatures and storms from coast to coast. People sometimes find themselves thrown into emergency situations, such as tornados and flooding, with very little notice. That’s why it’s important to plan for the worst. Because seniors are more likely to live with health conditions, it’s especially important for them to have a disaster strategy in place.

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