Outpatient Therapy Services at Tel Hai: Getting Back on Track
Are you having trouble getting around or performing some of the activities you used to do? Are you experiencing pain or a progression of a chronic physical or medical ailment? Maybe outpatient therapy is right for you?
Outpatient Therapy Services at Tel Hai can help re-build strength, functioning and endurance to help you get back to your prior level of activity and stay in your home longer.
Tel Hai Retirement Community offers a brand new, fully equipped Outpatient Therapy Services suite on our campus in StoneCroft Commons. Outpatient Therapy Services are available to anyone, even if you don’t live on our campus. Therapy services are generally paid for by insurance with a physician’s prescription.
What does Tel Hai’s Outpatient Therapy Services offer?
- A fully equipped therapy gym, with physical, occupational, and speech therapy as prescribed.
- A highly trained Therapy Services Team with experience working with a wide variety of physical and medical diagnosis – falls, pain, joint replacements, ambulation issues, etc.
- Planned therapy sessions with a wide range of times available.
- Ongoing education and training provided for self management of an individual’s unique medical needs.
If you are interested in learning more about our Outpatient Therapy Services, please contact Tel Hai’s Therapy Services Department at 610-273-9333 ext. 2461 today.
Randi Martin
Admissions Coordinator, Meadows Health Care Center
Tel Hai Retirement Community
Wood’s Edge Cottages- Bay Tree Court: May 9, 2016
The Hillside Amenities of Tel Hai: May 9, 2016
Reflections of History, Heritage & Growth: My 40 Years at Tel Hai
This month, Tel Hai marks an impressive milestone… 60 years of Christ-like service to seniors. An impressive feat? Absolutely! I joined the Tel Hai team in 1975, and since beginning my own employment journey on the beautiful campus of Tel Hai, much has changed. We have grown, expanded and streamlined our operations and services. Below are my ‘top ten’ reflections of our history, heritage and growth:
10. We worked in a regulated environment – there are challenges by government regulations – including government reimbursements, care requirements and building requirements. This has been consistent during my tenure when looking at the prior history and it’s impact on today’s care. At times, these regulations cause stress for both team members and residents.
9. Accommodations can always be improved. When I started at Tel Hai, health care had “ward rooms” now we’re looking for ways to increase the number of private rooms. The rooms were painted block or panel. I laugh when I think how proud we were of improvements over the years – as the years go by buildings that were state of the art become outdated and needing refreshed.
8. The only thing consistent in my tenure – has been change. Some things go full circle. We had a personal care building that became an assisted living building that is now once again personal care. There continue to be campus growth and care improvements – some minor adjustments – some major changes. We have experienced the growth of multiple levels of care and living accommodations, the expansion to the community through and The Children’s Learning Garden (our child day care center.)
7. When team members and residents work together… we can do great things. Most easily identified are snow or weather incidents, but there have been others as well. Volunteers have always been an important part of the team from the 1-W young men serving their alternative service to the Vietnam War (prior to my work experience) to more than 400 volunteers serving today. Tel Hai could not be what it is without this portion of the team.
6. Beaver Dam and Birdell Roads flood! If you see a sign – don’t go around! I’ve seen lots of flooded cars of people who live or work at Tel Hai… including me!
5. Growth is hard work! Developing the first ‘Campus Master Plan’ took LeRoy Petersheim significant meetings. The second plan took Joe Swartz, our current CEO, significant time as well. The obstacles are/were different – however, long-range planning takes creating a dream and then convincing others of the dream. There are external force – I started during the first energy crises, worked through the bank collapse plus many ebbs and flows.
4. Our mission, vision and core values are central to our success. They have always been a constant.
3. Faith based organizations stay focused by dedicated boards. Tel Hai has been blessed with great board members and leaders over my time. They have been forward thinkers and encouragers to leadership.
2. The team members at Tel Hai are unbelievable – talented, giving, hard working and fun. I am honored to work with three great CEO’s who have mentored me and those around them.
1. The best part of Tel Hai is the people who live here. I have been fortunate to have heard the life stories – from World War II, the Holocaust, investors, and entertainers – to those who live productive lives of which God calls them to live. Residents have mentored me, laughed with me, cried with me and let me be a small part of their lives.
For that, I am eternally grateful.
M. Sue Verdegem, NHA
Sr. Executive Vice President, Finance & Administration
Tel Hai Retirement Community
Tel Hai Camp & Retreat: Spring Celebration Banquet April 26!
Tel Hai Retirement Community values our deep-rooted partnership with the Tel Hai Camp & Retreat, and would like to share the good news of their upcoming ‘Spring Celebration Banquet’ on April 26, 2016 at 6:30 PM at Shady Maple Banquet Facility.
Join the Camp & Retreat for this special time of delicious food, fellowship, delightful music, and a message from God as we share how God is using this ministry to impact lives. Bring some new friends along to introduce them to Tel Hai Camp’s ministry!
Key Note Speaker: Michael “Guerty” Guertin
Music: Jill Waters, pianist – classical and sacred music
Complimentary Tickets: In order to ensure seating for all of our guests, we require that all persons attending have a ticket. Tickets are complimentary and are available by calling the camp at (610) 273-3969, or emailing the camp at info@telhaicamp.org. Please contact us by April 8th!
For more information, visit https://www.telhaicamp.org/fundraising/spring-celebration-banquet/
Tri County Art Show & Sale- April 8-10
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The 21st annual Tri-County Art Show and Sale, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Twin Valley, will be held from Friday to Sunday, April 8 to 10, 2016. The event will take place at the Caernarvon Township Community Center, 3307 Main St., Morgantown.
The event will begin with a gala preview reception from 7 to 10 p.m. on April 8. Food and beverages will be served, and guests will have an opportunity to meet the artists and participate in a silent auction. In addition, Twin Valley High School (TVHS) musicians will be performing during the reception.
The art show will be free to the public on Saturday, April 9, and April 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. During the show, approximately 30 local artists and potters will display and sell their artwork. In addition, student artists from TVHS will present their work.
Mary Burke is this year’s featured artist. Mary attended the Crawford College of Art and Design in Cork, Ireland where she graduate with honors in Printmaking. She attended Rhode Island College to pursue a degree in Art Education, started studying with Bruce Becker at The Warehouse Studios, and ultimately fell in love with oil painting. Lately she has begun to explore watercolors, which allows her to express her ideas though a very different creative process. Mary paints in a very realistic style using a variety of topics. She draws inspiration from the simplicity of everyday life that surrounds us and her desires to have people see the ordinary in an entirely different light. She is a member of The Warehouse Studio, teaches at the Wider School and the Community HomeSchool of Elverson. .
Advance tickets for the April 10 reception may be purchased by contacting Ron Moyer at 610-286-7689 or rmoyerfb23@gmail.com. Tickets will also be available at the door.
The show is the primary fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Twin Valley. Proceeds from the event will benefit community and charitable activities in the Elverson, Morgantown and Honey Brook areas.
Be Ready: A Recap to Planning Your Move to Tel Hai!
Are you ready to move to Tel Hai? Do you have questions on what steps you should be taking to prepare for your move to a retirement community? Are you financially prepared? How will you select a real estate company to list your home?
Tel Hai’s Signature ‘Be Ready’ Planning Seminar originally made its début in October of 2015 to answer these important questions for future residents of Tel Hai. At that time, the focus of the first seminar series was securing your finances as you prepare to move to a retirement community
In March 2016, we offered another 3-week event that consisted of three dates, each two hours long. During those two hours we had four mini-sessions. Each week we welcomed new guest speakers and covered a wide-range of ‘planning’ aspects of retirement living.
Future residents enjoyed the sessions and were educated on…
- HOW to get your home ready for listing
- WHAT a move manager can do for you
- WHEN an auctioneer should provide their services in the downsizing process
We had several Tel Hai residents share their ‘moving’ stories. We discovered key questions to ask about hiring a mover, how to sell items at consignment shops, what/where to donate items, where/how to recycle old electronics, the in’s & out’s of climate controlled storage units & essentials regarding short term housing.
We learned how Tel Hai’s selection process works in our Custom Design Center. Tel Hai team members also presented about amenities and programming on our campus including Culinary Services, Social Services and Wellness!
You may have missed out, but it’s never too late to start your downsizing journey to Tel Hai! Contact us today and ‘Be Ready’ to start the next chapter of your life with us!
Tina Cressman
Moving Resources Manager
Tel Hai Retirement Community
Tel Hai Hosts ‘Good Friday’ Breakfast & Inspiration Talk- March 25
Tel Hai Retirement Community invites the community to participate in a buffet breakfast and inspirational talk called “Gathered Under the Cross” on Good Friday, March 25 at 8:00 AM on the campus of Tel Hai.
Dwayne Walton, Executive Director of Parkesburg Point, will deliver the message. Parkesburg Point is a youth ministry sponsored by local congregations that reaches 600 at-risk youth in the greater Parkesburg area. A native of Guyana, Walton grew up in Brooklyn and Queens, New York. He was challenged to a life of faith by Student Venture ministries.
Pre-registration for the event is required by March 15 by calling the Pastoral Care Office at 610-273-9333 ext. 2009 or email at therr@telhai.org. There is a $10 fee for this event.
The event will be held in the StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts, located in the StoneCroft Commons. Follow Beaver Dam Road to the campus of Tel Hai, then turn onto Tree Line Drive and follow signs to StoneCroft. Parking is available adjacent to the StoneCroft Commons main entrance. For more information or directions, please visit www.telhai.org
Founded in 1956, Tel Hai Retirement Community is a non-profit, 501(c)3 continuing care retirement community located in the rolling countryside of Chester County in Honey Brook Township. Tel Hai offers the full-continuum of aging services including residential living, personal care, skilled nursing care, , home care and rehabilitation services. Tel Hai is dedicated to providing high quality care and services to enhance personal dignity, autonomy and lifelong enrichment as a demonstration of Christ’s love for all persons, including more than 800 residents and 500 staff. Tel Hai is nationally accredited by the independent Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities-Continuing Care Accreditation Commission (CARF-CCAC.)
Tel Hai Celebrates ‘National Nutrition Month’ in March
How, when, why and where we eat are just as important as what we eat. Making sure to enjoy the sights, sounds, memories and interactions associated with eating are essential to developing an overall healthy eating plan.
That is why, as part of National Nutrition Month® 2016, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and Tel Hai Retirement Community urges everyone to ‘Savor the Flavor of Eating Right.’
Each March, the Academy encourages Americans to return to the basics of healthful eating through National Nutrition Month®. This year’s theme encourages everyone to take time to enjoy food traditions and appreciate the pleasures, great flavors and social experiences food can add to our lives.
This year’s ‘Savor the Flavor of Eating Right’ National Nutrition Month® theme is a great reminder for everyone to develop a mindful eating pattern that includes nutritious and flavorful foods, while also taking the time to enjoy everything that a healthful and tasty meal brings with it.
Tel Hai strives to communicate healthful eating messages that emphasize balancing food and beverages within an individual’s energy needs, rather than focusing on any one specific food or meal. It is Tel Hai’s goal to encourage others to improve their overall health through a commitment to healthful lifestyle behaviors, emphasizing maintainable and enjoyable eating practices and regular physical activity.
Initiated in 1973 as a week-long event, “National Nutrition Week” became a month-long observance in 1980 in response to growing public interest in nutrition.
As part of this education campaign, the Tel Hai Culinary Services Team will provide a variety of helpful articles, recipes, videos and educational resources, all designed to spread the message of good nutrition and an overall healthy lifestyle for people of all ages, genders and backgrounds. Together we can ‘Savor the Flavor of Eating Right.’
Sybil Oswalt, RD, CSG, LDN
Clinical Dietitian
Tel Hai Retirement Community