News and Events
Filter by
Guide to Moving a Loved One into Senior Living
January 13, 2026
If your loved one is preparing to move into senior living, taking steps to ensure a smooth transition can help them feel more at home more quickly. This, in turn, can help them thrive.
Read more...Caregiver Support Group for Alzheimer’s and Dementia January 13, 2026
January 12, 2026
Caregiving requires a village. If you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or other dementia, join us at our monthly support group. Connect and share stories with people who understand your challenges in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment. This support group meets every second Tuesday of the month.
Read more...Robert Burns Birthday Celebration
January 9, 2026
Join us for A Robert Burns Celebration on January 24, featuring live Scottish music, traditional cuisine, and cultural traditions. Hosted by the Daughters of the British Empire, with all proceeds benefiting The Hickman.
Read more...Pet Therapy and Animal Companionship
December 16, 2025
The emotional benefits pets can offer are well established, and these benefits can be even more considerable for the aging population. While it can be difficult to quantify how enriching and rewarding animal companionship can be, there is no denying that it is.
Read more...Intergenerational Programs That Enrich Senior Living
December 10, 2025
Intergenerational relationships are at the heart of community life at The Hickman. Learn how shared experiences connect young and old.
Read more...What is Aging in Place?
December 9, 2025
While aging in place has many definitions, most of us understand it to mean maintaining an individual’s independence in their place of residence while remaining connected to their community. This reflects what guides us at The Hickman, a Pennsylvania senior living community with Quaker roots.
Read more...Caregiver Support Group for Alzheimer’s and Dementia December 9, 2025
December 3, 2025
Caregiving requires a village. If you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or other dementia, join us at our monthly support group. Connect and share stories with people who understand your challenges in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment. This support group meets every second Tuesday of the month.
Read more...The Hickman Recognized in the 2025 Daily Local News Readers’ Choice Awards
November 28, 2025
The Hickman is honored to receive the distinction of Best Assisted Living Facility From Chester County’s Reader’s Choice Awards. Visit us online today to learn more about The Hickman and this wonderful recognition.
Read more...The Hickman Holiday Arts Bazaar
November 25, 2025
The Hickman Holiday Arts Bazaar is December 5 & 6, 10 AM–5 PM. Open to the public.
Read more...The Role of Music in Memory Care
The role of music in memory care is better established than you may realize. Think about how a song can take you back to an experience that you may have otherwise forgotten, and you’ll have a pretty good idea of why music plays such a primary role in memory care.
Read more...