Presbyterian Senior Living : Blog
Giving voice to the topics that mean the most to those who matter the most.
Money Magazine has released its latest rankings for best places to retire, and Bethlehem, PA, is ranked first out of all cities in the Northeast region. With a community in Bethlehem, Kirkland Village, Presbyterian Senior Living is poised to provide you with the best options for retirement in the region’s best city.
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Physical fitness is an important component of healthy aging, but it’s not the only kind of fitness that’s important. At Presbyterian Senior Living communities, we offer residents opportunities to participate in activities that improve lifelong fitness, including brain fitness and overall mental and physical fitness. There are a wide variety of activities and habits that help promote overall wellness and health. What you choose to do isn’t as important as choosing to do them consistently!
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October is the time when students are just getting settled into the rhythm of a new school year. While my six grandchildren range in age from elementary school to entering their first year of college, they all have one thing in common. As they adjust to their new surroundings and classes, they are all hoping to make new friends and experience a sense of belonging. In many respects their success in school is dependent on how successful they are in establishing new relationships and rekindling old friendships.
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Choosing a senior living community can be a monumental decision. From where to begin to which questions to ask, the list of considerations can be overwhelming. And while it’s not an easy process, it’s not insurmountable, either -- particularly if you understand all of the elements that go into finding the right living arrangements for seniors and the people who love them.
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The Presbyterian Senior Living Board of Trustees has recognized Steve Proctor, President and CEO, for his 45 years of service to the organization. Having only three Chief Executives in an 89 year history of the organization is a testament to the extraordinary enthusiasm and dedication of these individuals. Steve Proctor is one of those individuals. We look at his stewardship of the organization with respect and admiration, but also see his achievements as the corporate launching pad for today's success as we continue to grow and serve seniors. Below are some personal reflections from current Trustees and former Board members regarding Steve Proctor's leadership of Presbyterian Senior Living (PSL) for the past 45 years:
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One of the recurring themes of Patrick Lencioni’s leadership books is what he calls “vulnerability based trust”. His writings are presented in a story format which he calls fables – but seem more like narrative case studies with the names changed to protect the innocent. In The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team he identifies the primary reason for the absence of trust on a team as the unwillingness of team members to be open with one another about their mistakes and weaknesses. He contends that it is impossible to build trust without vulnerability.
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