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The Long Community at Highland is a not-for-profit organization and joined the Presbyterian Senior Living network of care in 2009, becoming one of the thirty communities in the mid-Atlantic region. The original Long Home was established in the late 1800’s as a result of the generosity of the late Judge Henry G. Long. The Long Home was established to provide a home and care for Lancaster’s widows and single women who did not possess the resources to care for themselves. Since that time, admission expanded to include men.
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Health & Aging | Housing & Development
Imagine stepping outside into the fresh air and sunshine to do a little yard work, fetch your mail and put together a picnic lunch. If this sounds like the perfect day, you might not believe that it’s actually a form of physical and occupational therapy.
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Many seniors think it’s too late for them to quit smoking. The truth is that it's not only possible to kick the habit later in life, but doing so is accompanied by a multitude of benefits. The Great American Smokeout Event—celebrated this year on Thursday, November 19th—offers the perfect opportunity to set and achieve smoking cessation goals.
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The 19th century Gospel hymn, “I Love to Tell the Story,” is a reflective description of the life and work of Edie Young. Edie is a resident of Presbyterian Village at Hollidaysburg and one who claims that, “Variety is the spice of life…but some spices we can do without.”
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Caregiver Support | Health & Aging
There are many benefits to having a loved one cared for in their home, but finding the right provider is crucial. With At-Home Services, your loved one can age in "our" place while their day-to-day needs are being cared for. Your loved one will have the freedom to maintain their way of living in a healthy, safe environment. Because At-Home Services is focused on meeting the needs of aging adults—by offering personalized services—quality of life is greatly improved.
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