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Caregiver Support Group for Alzheimer’s and Dementia March 11, 2025
March 4, 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...Open House on March 27, 2025
Join us for The Hickman’s Open House & Lunch & Learn! On Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, The Hickman is hosting an engaging Lunch & Learn featuring expert estate planning attorney, Nancy Pine, Esq., of Pine and Pine Law Offices. Guests will enjoy a complimentary boxed lunch while gaining valuable insights on estate planning—what it is, what it isn’t, and why it’s important. This event is a great opportunity to learn from an expert, explore The Hickman’s personal care and memory care community, and take a guided tour. Limited seating is available, so RSVP today! For reservations, contact: 📞 Renee Adams, Admissions Specialist at 484-760-6401 ✉️ radams@thehickman.org
Read more...Holistic Wellness in Personal Care: Addressing Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Needs
The residents at The Hickman in Pennsylvania benefit from all the services and accommodations we offer, but one of the primary building blocks of the care we provide is our focus on holistic health and wellness. Each resident has their own unique strengths, needs, and preferences, and we effectively address these on a physical, emotional, and spiritual basis.
Read more...The Role of Family in Personal and Memory Care: Building Strong Support Systems
February 25, 2025
The important role that family and loved ones play in our lives can’t be overstated, and the same is true when it comes to both personal care and memory care for aging adults. Strong support systems are a key component of living life to the fullest, and at The Hickman, our focus is on strengthening our residents’ personal support systems while expanding the support they experience in their everyday lives.
Read more...Mindfulness and Meditation: Supporting Mental Well-Being in Memory Care
February 11, 2025
Memory care is a critical component of supporting well-being as we age, and both mindfulness and meditation are major players. When it comes to care provision, it’s important to take a holistic approach, and that’s why we, at The Hickman, build support for our residents’ mental health and well-being into our daily activities – to the benefit of everyone.
Read more...Dine for a Cause: Qdoba Fundraiser on February 19, 2025 Benefiting The Hickman Resident Assistance Fund
February 4, 2025
Support The Hickman Resident Assistance Fund by enjoying your favorite meal at Qdoba Mexican Eats on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, from 4 PM - 8 PM!
Read more...Caregiver Support Group for Alzheimer’s and Dementia February 11, 2025
February 1, 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...Dine for a Cause: Qdoba Fundraiser on February 5, 2025 Benefiting The Hickman Resident Assistance Fund
January 31, 2025
Support The Hickman Resident Assistance Fund by enjoying your favorite meal at Qdoba Mexican Eats on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, from 4 PM - 8 PM!
Read more...Balancing Independence and Assistance: A Person-Centered Approach in Personal Care
January 28, 2025
The Hickman is a Quaker senior community in Pennsylvania that is committed to providing each resident with the level of care they need, and this includes striking a balance between independence and assistance. If independence is your priority, we offer a wide range of amenities that include services designed to support health maintenance – along with the exact level of medical and therapeutic care you need.
Read more...Caring for Caregivers: Strategies for Preventing Burnout in Personal and Memory Care Professionals
January 14, 2025
Caregiving is exceptionally rewarding work that is also exceptionally difficult. For caregivers to provide skilled, compassionate care, they need to factor in their own health and well-being. At The Hickman in Pennsylvania, we only hire staff members who have the necessary experience, credentials, and licensure – as applicable – and we include caring for our caregivers in the equation.
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