The Healing Power of Nature: Integrating Outdoor Activities for Residents

November 12, 2024

The Hickman is a Friends senior community that incorporates our Quaker roots, which includes seeing that of God in all of creation, and nature is a big part of this. Located in the beautiful heart of West Chester, Pennsylvania, we offer a serene, homey setting that supports our residents’ health and well-being, and we make it our practice to tap into the healing power of the natural bounty that surrounds us. The Hickman is far more than a residential living facility – in fact, when you’re here, you’re home.

Location, Location, Location

We offer a gorgeous park-like campus, which is the perfect spot for leisurely strolls that soothe the soul and enrich our residents’ lives. Additionally, we are a short walk from the charming town center, which enhances our sense of belonging in the community and helps bolster the connections that make everyone’s life more meaningful.

Peaceful Garden Walks

For those seeking the beauty of nature and the peace it provides, The Hickman is ideal. West Chester’s picturesque landscapes include gorgeous gardens and scenic trails that are appropriate for all ages. Our residents reap the invaluable benefits of our glorious surroundings, and it elevates their living experience.

Nature’s Bounty

The benefits of nature for seniors – and everyone – are well established, including in all the following ways:

• Seniors who spend time communing with nature experience less anxiety and depression.
• Nature helps improve overall mood and supports feelings of happiness and the joy we take in life.
• Nature is restorative and helps seniors triumph over mental fatigue.
• Getting out in nature helps diminish feelings of isolation and helps deepen relationships.
• The closer our proximity to green space, the longer our lives are expected to be.

At The Hickman, we offer expansive outdoor offerings that range from picnics to bird watching, gardening, theater in the park, and outdoor strolls. The fact that our community is nestled in beautiful grounds that offer lush views is one of our greatest assets, and all our residents – at every level of care – benefit.

The Quaker Tradition

The Quaker tradition is rooted in nature, and at The Hickman, we celebrate this element of our faith. Our search for what is essential in life brings us to the treasure that nature represents. While the benefits that flow from nature can never be fully itemized or accurately accounted for, they can be experienced, and this is what guides our thriving community.

Enjoy Nature’s Beauty – with All the Amenities of Home

At The Hickman, we recognize just how lovely our natural surroundings are, and we take full advantage of them throughout each season. Our mission is providing inviting, homey, comfortable, and affordable living spaces that allow our residents to experience the best life has to offer – with the level of care that each requires. If you have questions or are interested in learning more about our welcoming community, please don’t wait to contact us online or call us at 484-760-6300 today.