Guided by Christian values, the mission of The Philadelphia Protestant Home is to provide a caring senior living community that affords our residents the opportunity to achieve their highest possible quality of life.
Core Values:
INTEGRITY:
Using our moral compass to always act in the best interest of our residents and supporting Benevolent Care.
FRIENDLY:
Being present in every moment and providing exemplary service.
QUALITY CARE:
Doing the right thing with the right person, in the right setting, each and every time.
COMPASSIONATE:
Faithfully ministering to our residents and advocating for issues affecting them.
RESPECT:
Treating each person with human dignity and mutual respect.
COMFORTABLE:
All-in-one senior living community that respects differences and celebrates commonalities.
The Spirit of PPH
It’s our essence. The Spirit of PPH is our heart, mind and soul coming together as one. It is our residents, resident-families, team members, volunteers, donors, Board and vendors creating a sense of community. It is those who go above and beyond to celebrate each other’s milestones, accomplishments and perseverance. It is the continuous chapters of our lives that bring special meaning to everyday life. It is the joy reflected in each of us as we share our experiences.
Our lives are well lived with everyday events — a walk along the beautiful outdoor gardens, plant growth in the Greenhouse, artists at work in the ACE Center, exercise in the Wellness Center, chats in the Fountain Room, Quizzo or a guest speaker in the Social Hall — that bring camaraderie and a sense of belonging at PPH.
The true spirit is in each of us. Our residents and staff smile, nod and lift their heads ready for a good conversation. It is our celebrations, our acknowledgements and the intertwining of our daily lives that makes the Spirit of PPH thrive every single day.
Connect By Tradition... The Heart of Tomorrow
134 years. PPH has been serving our community and our residents for a long time. Our traditions and values are mirrored in our mission:
Guided by Christian values, the mission of The Philadelphia Protestant Home is to provide a caring senior living community that affords its residents the opportunity to achieve their highest quality of life.
It has been my honor to serve our residents, their families, staff, donors and our community as PPH Chair of the Board. We value each of you and are grateful for your ongoing support and commitment.
All of us have accepted the challenges the senior living industry is facing. No matter what, we came together throughout the year to provide care, comfort and a resident experience based on service excellence and teamwork. I’ve witnessed our staff’s joy, fellowship and embodiment of PPH’s core values across our exceptional 13-acre campus and during special events such as the Garden Party and Founders’ Day.
As a board, we have taken responsibility for a year of due diligence to ensure the fiscal health and wellbeing for the future of PPH. We appreciate the management oversight of FellowshipLIFE during 2024 as we embarked on a period of transition. Our journey continues and we look forward to a bright future.
This is our commitment to the PPH community. I am proud to be the Chairperson of the Board of Directors of PPH to lead in the fulfillment of that commitment.
Eric Sigel
Chairperson, The Philadelphia Protestant Home
What We Do...
PPH, a comprehensive continuing care retirement community, provides a spirit in living with a full continuum of care for individuals aged 62 and older.
With over 13 lush acres, this tranquil oasis features beautifully manicured grounds, complete with a landscaped garden, a koi pond, raised garden beds, walking paths, and a welcoming gatehouse entrance.
Our indoor facilities boast a state-of-the-art wellness center equipped with exercise and movement classes, a heated indoor pool, and a bowling alley. Additionally, residents can enjoy a greenhouse, craft room, chapel, art studio library, and life enrichment programs designed to nurture the mind, body, and spirit.
The Social Hall serves as a dynamic center point for performances, exhibitions, guest speakers, educational seminars, and social activities that promote a vibrant lifestyle.
With spacious dining areas, a bar for happy hours, an on-site bank, a gift shop, a primary care medical practice, a convenience store, and ice cream shop “Scoops,” PPH ensures every amenity is at our residents’ fingertips, enhancing their comfort and quality of life.
WE’RE FAMILY
Our Fiscal Responsibility
As we reflect on the past year with the Residents and Team Members at The Philadelphia Protestant Home (“PPH”), we are proud to share our journey with you. While our financial statement shows a reduction in net assets for the year 2024, we see this not as a hurdle to achieving the Community’s strategic plan, but as an investment in the future of our organization and the Community we serve.
This year’s financial results are the direct outcome of strategic decisions aimed at ensuring our long-term sustainability and impact on the daily lives of our Residents. The investments committed to our residents’ care and service experiences, building infrastructure, and marketing initiatives may have temporarily affected our bottom line, but we are confident these efforts will pay dividends in the years ahead.
Significant strides have been accomplished by expanding our Community outreach, improving our amenities and services, and enhancing our surrounding environment. We have also focused on strengthening our team, upgrading our technology, and are laying the
groundwork for new, innovative programs that will better serve our Community and team members.
While the increase in operating expense is significant, our commitment to quality and service levels PPH is known for continues.
Inflationary impact on labor and product costs continues to affect operating results. We are deeply committed to ensuring that the quality and investments into the infrastructure of PPH continue and are not compromised by the rising costs. The impact of these decisions today will be realized in the future, enabling us to continue our mission and legacy.
We want to thank you, our supporters, for your ongoing commitment and belief in our vision. Together, we are building a stronger foundation for tomorrow.
With your continued care and collaboration, we are excited for what the future holds and the lasting change we will create together as a Community.
We thank you now and always.
RESIDENT SERVICE REVENUE FOR 2024
PPH 2024 Financial Statement
Our Team Members
Lydia Fonseca was promoted to Independent Living Sales Counselor and will be taking on Karen’s previous duties.
Lydia began working at PPH six years ago — longtime PPH Family will remember she was part of the Finance Department and assisted residents in the Business Office for about a year before moving to Sales & Marketing.
“I’m looking forward to continuing to build lasting relationships with prospective and future residents.”
Each department at PPH brings its own skill set and expertise, delivering quality care and exceptional service every day. Our team members embody compassion and vibrancy, and help make PPH a special place to live and work. We are grateful for all that they do.
Angie Hernandez was elevated to Billing Supervisor in our Finance Department in July 2024. In her role, she resolves any billing issues that may arise, and works with her team to ensure accuracy and timely processing of invoices.
Angie joined PPH in February 2022 as an Account Representative. She also works a few hours each week in PPH’s Business Office, which gives her the opportunity to interact with residents. “I enjoy chatting with and helping out the residents,” Angie said.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity and the people here — residents and team members — who I’ve learned so much from.”
Above, the Life Enrichment team celebrates Karenjoy Camba’s Guardian Angel recognition.
Sue Denelsbeck of Culinary Services and Andrew Denelsbeck of Environmental Services, both longtime PPH employees.
Above, the Nursing team celebrates Michaela Kennerly’s Employee of the Month.
Maxwel Mathew was one of many Guardian Angel recipients in 2024.
The Maintenance team congratulates James Perez shortly after being named Employee of the Month.
The Wellness Team holds Smoothie Fridays monthly, which brings out residents and staff for a tasty treat.
2024 Campus Improvements
PPH continues to prioritize enhancements across campus, ensuring that our community benefits from thoughtful updates and meaningful improvements. In 2024, we proudly completed the following projects.
$431,938 IN CAMPUS IMPROVEMENTS
2024 PPH Board of Directors
OFFICERS
Eric Sigel Chairperson
Timothy Hinchcliff Vice-Chairperson
Anthony J. Luongo Vice-Chairperson
Ian M. Dougherty Treasurer
William L. Gross Secretary
MEMBERS
Cassandra Bennett
William Brown
Ron Davis
Rev. Dr. Kristopher Halsey
Howard Jay Kaminsky
W. Russell Koerwer
Catherine Nemeth
Richard Quinn
2024 PRESIDENT’S LEADERSHIP TEAM
Marianna Calabrese Director of Donor Development
Daphne Floyd VP of Human Resources
Shannon Grieb VP of Marketing and Communications
Jennifer Honeyford VP of Health Services
Stolte Chief Financial Officer and VP of Finance
Brian G. Lawrence President and CEO FellowshipLIFE*
Kelli Mills
Interim Executive Director PPH
*PPH was under a management agreement contract with FellowshipLIFE of Basking Ridge, NJ from July 8 – December 31, 2024
One Campus, Many Choices.
INDEPENDENT LIVING
PPH offers 11 different floor plans in three buildings, all inter-connected to the main community center. From cozy studios to large two-bedroom floor plans, there is a perfect fit for everyone’s taste. Many one and two-bedroom apartments feature a patio or balcony, and each floor in every building offers a community lounge for game nights or simply another place to gather with friends and family.
PERSONAL CARE
PPH’s Personal Care neighborhood is located in the center of the community and is close to activities, dining, the library and other community spaces. Personal Care residents enjoy their own private residences and amenities, while also being welcomed to take advantage of the entire campus’s amenities.
Residents in Personal Care are able to receive additional assistance with the activities of daily living, such as bathing, medication management, and meals. Our staff is committed to providing assistance while helping residents maintain and achieve their highest level of independence.
MEMORY CARE
Our Chapters program is designed to support residents that suffer from memory impairment. This safe neighborhood offers a soothing environment for our residents while providing specialized care so that they can thrive. In addition to care, residents enjoy a life enrichment program that creates a stimulating environment.
SKILLED NURSING - LONG-TERM CARE
For those residents in need of the highest level of care, Pathways Skilled Nursing provides 24-hour care while focusing on dignity and respect for the individual. Residents’ rooms are spacious and bright, with many lounges and dining venues to enjoy. There is also a beautiful outdoor garden with seating for residents and their loved ones to visit.
REHABILITATION
PPH offers a comprehensive therapy program to assist residents in their recuperation from an illness, injury, or surgery. The ultimate goal is to improve their quality of life and get them back to their lives as soon as possible. On-site physical and occupational therapy offers a great convenience to our short-term rehabilitation patients.
Our Impact
Martin Luther King Day of Service
PPH held its fifth annual Martin Luther King Day of Observance in January, which focused on the theme of “Recognizing Those Who Sustain Our Community.” Team members of all departments were recognized in a slideshow presentation.
“The PPH team works tirelessly — day or night, rain or shine — to sustain us within our community. They are there for us,” said PPH resident Evelyn Washington.
Our residents’ Martin Luther King service project was a sock collection drive. Donations were collected from residents, team members and visitors, with all proceeds going to “The Joy of Sox,” a nonprofit organization based in Radnor, Pa. that collects socks for those experiencing homelessness.
Black History Month
Four juniors from Central High School kicked off Black History Month with a presentation on the importance of incorporating African American History into education — the School District of Philadelphia is the only major school district in the US that requires a yearlong African American History course.
Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church’s Male Chorus performed at PPH.
Team member Sharise Paul and residents are pictured with some of the socks, ready to be loaded and sent out for delivery.
Evelyn Washington, Velma N’Jai and Kathy Andrews-Williams pose with their “Joy of Sox” certificates during PPH’s Sox Week.
Kathy Andrews-Williams spoke on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s impact on her own life.
Celebrating Centenarians
PPH resident Cecelia Amato celebrated her 107th birthday in March — yes, one hundred and seven! Cecelia celebrated with many of her neighbors, including longtime friend, and fellow centenarian, Marcella Fellin!
“What you eat is very important,” Cecelia said. “Don’t smoke, live healthy!”
In 2024, seven PPH residents turned 100, including Tina Dowling, Ruth Smoger and Walter Sawyer* (with his wife, Regina*).
PPH Centenarians
PPH held a special luncheon on April 9 — the 100th day of the year — to celebrate our resident centenarians and those turning 100 later in the year. PPH leadership and team members from various departments joined our centenarians and each received a certificate of recognition. A special thanks to the PPH Auxiliary for donating the flowers for each table and a special corsage for each guest. It was a wonderful program enjoyed by all.
100
Miriam Davidson
Mary Dileo
Tina Dowling
Gladys Elmer*
Rina Fesnak*
Laura Gryska
Walter Sawyer*
Ruth Smoger
Jane Coyle
Margaret Kinser*
Kenneth Strobel 103
Ruth Beaucheane*
Palma Berenato*
Margaret Kroekel* 104
Beulah Behm 105
Marcella Fellin
Cecelia Amato Happy
*Deceased
Phillip Grutzmacher*
Women’s History Month
PPH honored famous women and recognized some of our own — residents and team members — throughout Women’s History Month in March.
PPH held a special talk on March 11, “A Conversation with Women Leadership.” The event, hosted by PPH Residents’ Association President Dr. Elaine C. Grose, featured four women leaders of PPH: Interim CEO Nancy Koury King, Vice President of Human Resources Daphne Floyd, Vice President of Marketing & Communications Shannon Grieb, and Vice President of Health Services Jennifer Honeyford.
Panelists and audience members spoke on steps they’ve taken to advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion — the theme of this year’s Women’s History Month — in their personal and professional lives, and shared stories of women who inspired them throughout their lives.
Total Solar Eclipse Party
The ACE Center Courtyard on April 8 was home to a viewing of the total solar eclipse. Our Life Enrichment Team provided solar eclipse sunglasses as everyone took in the amazing sight! The next total solar eclipse in the US is expected to be in 20 years, on
Our Impact
‘Take me Out to the Ball Game’
PPH residents gathered for the Phillies’ season opener in April and again for a weekday matinee game in July. Our residents enjoy getting together for Phillies games in our Social Hall or Fountain Room.
Cranium Crunch
Pride Month
The resident-initiated Pride committee decorated the PPH Esplanade in recognition of famous LGBTQ pioneers in entertainment, politics, media and more.
Our Independent Living and Personal Care residents keep mentally active through board games, crossword puzzles, card games and more. And no group takes the Alzheimer Association’s advice of “Stump Yourself – Challenge your Mind” more than PPH’s Wednesday afternoon Cranium Crunch group. Led by Life Enrichment Activities Director Kathy Nucero, the group takes on various games that include trivia, brain teasers, fill in the blank and much more. Not only are those in attendance using memory, critical thinking skills, and focus as they solve a brain teaser or recall a phrase or a celebrity from yesteryear, but they also find enjoyment in the camaraderie of the group.
“We laugh a lot here, too,” said resident Carol Kennedy.
Juneteenth
PPH’s annual Juneteenth Festival was a success! The day consisted of a bocce tournament, a special lunch menu courtesy of our Dining Services team, and an afternoon filled with activities in our Social Hall.
Trips
Our Independent Living residents take trips throughout the year to many local retail stores or restaurants, but they also venture out of Northeast Philly, like they did last July when they visited Ocean City, N.J.
Frogs, Grandpas, Rainbows and more highlight the PPH Talent Show
Over 100 people — residents, team members, and a few family members of the performers — attended the fifth annual PPH Talent Show. Acts included poetry, comedy, and songs of humor, love and patriotism.
Medical Mission Sisters
PPH’s Medical Mission Sisters and Associates gathered on New Year’s Day. First row, left to right Sr. Joan Foley, Sr. Maryann Tregoning, Sr. Jane Coyle, Associate Darrah Degnan. Top row: Associate Tom Sexton, Sr. Jeanette McDermott, Associate Jane Blewett, Associate Marge Sexton, Sr. Maria Hornung.
Let’s Dance
PPH residents love to dance! Whether it’s The Philly Collective Soul, the South Philly String Band or Cardinal Dougherty Alumni Band, our residents get up and get moving during live performances, and in one case, started a “Love Train.”
Sister Jane Coyle’s Jubilee
PPH celebrated and paid tribute to Sister Jane Coyle of the Medical Mission Sisters (MMS) in a special 75th Jubilee in the Social Hall on Oct. 2. Sister Jane joined MMS in 1949 and is the first member to reach 75 years!
“I’m so blessed to be a Medical Mission Sister.”
A 102-year-old Personal Care resident, Sister Jane moved to PPH in 2020. She is one of 10 Medical Mission Sisters and Associates who live at PPH, across all levels of care. Many others from the MMS community were in attendance to celebrate Jane, who spoke on various aspects of her life.
Alzheimer’s Association Fundraisers
Team PPH’s “Fight Against Alzheimer’s” culminated on Nov. 7 with our annual campuswide Alzheimer’s Walk. Throughout the year, money was raised through food and bake sales, and friendly competitions of shuffleboard, cornhole, bocce, and trivia.
Treats of Gratitude
Throughout the year, we recognize our team members and thank them for their hard work and dedication.
Independent Residents’ Association
The PPH Independent Residents’ Association consists of seven elected officers, duly elected representatives, and resident delegates. Each part of the Association has its own duties, who each work together to carry out the PPH mission.
The purpose of Residents’ Association is to inform residents and enable them to have a voice regarding the overall operations of PPH. The Residents’ Association helps create and cultivate an enjoyable, active, and useful community life for residents.
From left to right, officers of the Independent Residents Association: Acting Assistant Treasurer Patricia Coyne, Recording Secretary Jean Holland, 1st Vice President Barbara Bassett, President Dr. Elaine C. Grose, Corresponding Secretary Pat Ripoll, 2nd Vice President Evelyn Washington, and Treasurer Larry Jones.
PPH Welcomes Pet Dogs
Effective June 7, 2024, PPH updated its pet policy to include small dogs. The update, which took into consideration input from residents, was approved by the PPH Board and the PPH Board Executive Committee. The updated policy is in line with other communities in the Philadelphia region. Notable new guidelines (in addition to previous procedures) are that dogs must be 25 pounds or under, and only new residents can move in with dogs they already own.
PPH’s first dog resident, Madi, is a rescue dog of new resident Barbara Sveen.
PPH Choir
The PPH Choir held a spring, fall and winter show this year. Being part of the PPH choir is a great opportunity for PPH residents to showcase their singing talents.
Pop-Up Events
Our Culinary team holds Pop-Up events throughout the year. These pop ups offer tasty treats with various health benefits.
Honoring our Veterans
We honor our veterans who served our country with flag raising ceremonies, a Veterans Day Luncheon and other events throughout the year.
left: Flag-raising ceremony on Patriot Day.
Pictured
Students from St. Cecilia School spoke during PPH’s Veterans Day ceremony and passed out lunches to resident-veterans.
Five PPH team members awarded Schea Scholarships
Congratulations to the five recipients of the 2024 Eberhard and Helen Schea Endowment Fund for Healthcare Education Scholarship:
• Eileen Bratton, infection control preventionist
• Caiyah Bickley, medical assistant
• Hailey Magilton, wait staff in our Culinary department
• Shyla Pastore, recreation therapist in Chapters Memory Care
• Reem Saleh, Social Services care coordinator
Eileen plans to enroll in a wound certification course that will enable her to enhance her own knowledge base and assist in staff training. Caiyah plans to further her education by enrolling in an LPN program. Hailey majors in Sports Management at Bryn Athyn College. Shyla is set to graduate this spring from Lincoln Technical Institute’s LPN program. Reem is pursuing a Masters in Healthcare Administration at Rasmussen University.
All five recipients say that funds from the Schea Scholarship will help alleviate costs of higher education, and that the knowledge and skills gained allow them to contribute to PPH’s mission of providing a caring senior living community that affords its residents the opportunity to achieve their highest possible quality of life.
The Eberhard and Helen Schea Endowment Fund for Healthcare Education was established to support continuing Healthcare education programs, which promotes the overall well-being of PPH residents and staff. Since its inception in 2016, 30 employees have been awarded scholarships with a total value of $31,630.
The fund is named in honor of longtime PPH supporters, donors, and residents, Mr. Eberhard “Ebbie” and Mrs. Helen Schea. Ebbie was the manager of the PPH Board of Pensions and an emeritus member of the PPH Board of Directors, while Helen was a member of the PPH Auxiliary. The Scheas’ children, Fred Schea and his wife, Kathleen; and the late Caroline Schea Lloyd and her husband, Jim, established the endowment to honor their parents’ memory and continue the family tradition of generosity.
Recipients are chosen based on financial need, academic merit and a 500-word essay on how the Schea Scholarship will help them advance their careers in healthcare and senior services.
Caiyah Bickley
Eileen Bratton
Reem Saleh
Shyla Pastore
Hailey Magilton
Fun for all at the PPH Block Party
Residents and team members enjoyed the PPH Block Party on Oct. 3! Hot dogs and water ice were served as those in attendance enjoyed fun activities. Some danced the afternoon away; others stepped up to play cornhole and the ring toss; and a few were the recipients of temporary tattoos.
Shamrocks & Shenanigans
Residents donned their green and gathered for a festive St. Patrick’s Day party filled with music, laughter, and Irish cheer. From lively entertainment to themed treats, the celebration brought the spirit of the Emerald Isle right to our home.
‘The Most Wonderful Time of the Year’
At PPH, December is “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year.” Like the famous Andy Williams song, there’s plenty of holiday greetings, parties for hosting, caroling, kids jingle belling and more, all which makes for a glorious, festive time of good cheer.
Friends in the greater community
PPH’s friends in the greater community made special deliveries during the holiday season!
• The PPH Auxiliary, in partnership with AltruaVision - A Lions Eye Bank, has dedicated a new Eyeglass Collection Box. This collection is “In Memory of Deanna Roth,” a longtime PPH resident. Members of Deanna’s family visited PPH to kick off the partnership.
• Students from Presentation BVM School, a nearby Catholic school, donated various personal items such as tissues, soap and socks to PPH residents. Director of Community Relations Bill Conaway, Donor Development Director Marianna Calabrese, and Personal Care Social Worker Aiyana Carter were on hand to accept the items which personally delivered by the students and one of their teachers.
Items went to residents who receive Benevolent Care from PPH, which helps residents remain at PPH when their own financial resources have been depleted through no fault of their own.
Heritage Society
PPH inducted three new members to the Heritage Society during its annual November reception: Dr. Elaine C. Grose, Rev. Rodney S. Kopp and Rita M. Kopp*.
• Dr. Elaine C. Grose, an Alpha Manor resident, is a donor and President of the Independent Residents’ Association. Elaine has lived at PPH for almost six years and is an active participant in various PPH activities. She is also an avid painter — two of her works have been featured in LeadingAge art exhibits.
• Rev. Rodney S. Kopp’s history with PPH dates to the 1980s, when he served as a pastor at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Olney section of Philadelphia. Rodney also served as Chairperson of the Board of Directors at PPH.
• Rita M. Kopp, the wife of Rev. Kopp, was posthumously inducted*. Rita and Rodney were both highly engaged for many years at PPH’s yearly Gala celebrations.
The Heritage Society recognizes generous donors who have made the commitment to remember PPH through a planned gift such as a charitable gift annuity, a bequest through a will, IRA, life insurance, or other gift.
From left to right: Director of Donor Development Marianna Calabrese, Rev. Rodney S. Kopp, Dr. Elaine C. Grose, and PPH Board Chair Eric Sigel.
Heritage Society donors
Founders’ Day Awards
and Year-End Recognition
Founders’ Day affirms the PPH mission to provide a caring senior living community that affords its residents the opportunity to achieve their highest possible quality of life. It honors visions of the past that have resulted in a vibrant senior living community and the founding of PPH as we know it today.
It is a time to celebrate the past, recognize the present and look towards the future. New to this year was “The Spirit of PPH” segment — four PPH employees spoke about PPH’s compelling spirit, the impact that the community has had on them, and how PPH truly lives up to its tagline of “We’re Family.”
One of those speakers was Kathy Scarlota — Kathy has been with PPH for 40 years in Health Care and Skilled Nursing. Kathy spoke of the bonds forged with co-workers over the years, often spending more time alongside PPH staff than their own families. She said that the PPH team always comes together to serve our residents and deliver care with compassion every day.
SERVICE EXCELLENCE AWARD
The Service Excellence Award celebrates a PPH employee who demonstrates excellence and consistently exemplifies our core values while performing their work. This year’s recipient is Laundry Supervisor Chantaya McLeod.
Chantaya was recognized for her leadership, dedication, and invaluable contributions to PPH’s Environmental Services department. Always upbeat and enthusiastic, Chantaya was sure to thank her staff for their hard work and efforts in ensuring PPH residents receive clean, fresh clothes in a timely manner.
PPH AUXILIARY
The PPH Auxiliary — which consists of residents, staff and outside community members — supports Benevolent Care and gratitude activities by promoting engagement and supporting PPH’s mission. The Auxiliary presented a $5,000 check for Benevolent Care. Auxiliary President Patricia Coyne thanked members and volunteers for their support.
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
The 2024 PPH Volunteer of the Year is Lawndale Manor resident Patricia Coyne!
Patricia is an energetic volunteer who also serves as president of the PPH Auxiliary. Patricia organizes various programs and activities that raise funds for PPH Benevolent Care.
WELLNESS AND AQUATICS CENTER MEMBER OF THE YEAR
Pathways resident Sister Joan Foley was named the PPH Wellness & Aquatics Center Resident Member of the Year for 2024!
Sr. Joan visits the Wellness Center every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon. She is dedicated and always encourages the Wellness Team to push her to succeed.
“You got this, Foley!” she can often be heard saying to motivate herself as she pushes through repetitions, with the guidance and encouragement of Wellness Center team members.
Congratulations, Sr. Joan! “You got this, Foley!”
Sr. Joan Foley (center) with Wellness Center Director Maureen Solomon and Wellness Coordinator Vincent Barrett.
RESIDENT AMBASSADOR AWARD
PPH introduced a new award in 2024 — the Resident Ambassador Award — which recognizes one resident across all levels of care. Criteria includes contributing to the wellbeing of the community, being a good neighbor, perseverance, and offering suggestions and constructive criticism in a positive, appropriate manner. The number of years living at PPH is also taken into consideration.
This year’s recipient is longtime PPH resident June Wodowski. June, who has lived at PPH for 28 years, was recognized for her dedication as a PPH volunteer. June spent many hours in the Crafts Room working on special projects, assisting in the mail room, and delivery and distribution of our monthly newsletter.
20-YEAR CLUB
Also recognized alongside June was PPH’s longest tenured resident, Hazel Peatman (32 years) and Dolores Clarkson (24 years).
“Their enjoyment of life is embodied in their relationships, their accomplishments, their passions, and their hopes and dreams. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve you and help all of you achieve your highest possible quality of life,” said Director of Community Relations Bill Conaway, who served as emcee for the event.
From left to right: Dolores Clarkson, June Wodowski and Hazel Peatman
PPH Auxiliary Highlights 2024
SPECIAL EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
• Presented Annual Winter Holiday Bazaar and Flea Market in Social Hall with PPH partners offering crafts, plants, wreaths, quilts, artwork, stained glass, and hand-crafted jewelry.
• Enjoyed coordinating the sixth annual Stocks Pound Cake Sale and Raffle, assisted by the 26th Police District involving Auxiliary, residents, team members, and families.
The year continued with many events and programs coordinated by the PPH Auxiliary, which included:
• Apartment sales
• Mobile greeting card and gift packaging sales
• Collections of personal items and cosmetics for residents
• Providing clothing and household goods to other missions or organizations
• Creating a new initiative for an Eyeglass Collection Box in the Medical Office Waiting Room in cooperation with the Lions Club of the Chapel of Four Chaplains
• Financing the cost of school buses for the students at Rhawnhurst Elementary School to visit and perform for PPH residents on Halloween and during the holiday season
$3,000 FOR THE EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION FUND $1,000 FOR THE PPH ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION FUNDRAISER FUNDRAISING ACHIEVEMENTS:
$5,000 FOR THE BENEVOLENT CARE
VOLUNTEERS AT PPH — 2024
As you walk through our beautiful campus, you see residents and community members look up, smile and greet you — often as they are bustling towards their volunteer role at PPH. Over 150 residents and community members provided a total of 21,270 hours to PPH in 2024. Their hard work and dedication provided support to our mail room, Tabor Market, the Gift Shop, Craft Room, the Greenhouse and many other areas providing fulfillment of tasks needed, camaraderie, and bringing a sense of community to all who volunteered together. Thank you so much for your continued efforts and support. This is what makes PPH so special.
28 TOTAL COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS
122 TOTAL RESIDENT VOLUNTEERS
150 TOTAL VOLUNTEERS
21,270
TOTAL VOLUNTEER HOURS
The Bergdoll Society
The Bergdoll Society was founded in 2006 to acknowledge and thank the dedicated and generous donors who annually contribute to support PPH’s mission. Membership is granted to individuals who have donated $500 or more in the previous year or have consistently given for ten or more years in a row.
VISIONARY CIRCLE:
$10,000+
Estate of Jacqueline Brigden
Estate of Michael Fesnak
Estate of Caroline Hartley
The Rev. Rodney S. Kopp
Estate of Robert C. Rudolph
Estate of Helen L. Schneider
Estate of Albert Taubel
FOUNDER’S CIRCLE:
$5,000 - $9,999
Mr. Paul M. Hedges, Sr.*
Dr. and Mrs. Charles Jones
Mr. Jim Lloyd
PPH Auxiliary
PPH Chapel Offerings
Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Schea
Temple Health/Jeanes Hospital
Mr. Brian P. Walsh
Wise Guys Construction, LLC
Mr. John W. Wozniak, Jr.*
PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE:
$2,500 - $4,999
CBIZ Investment Advisory Services, LLC.
Collins Family Shoprite
Estate of Betty Dawson
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick V. Flanagan
Johnson, Kendall & Johnson
Morrison Living
Ms. Catherine A. Nemeth
NRG
PPH Greenhouse
Estate of Barbara Renn
Mr. and Mrs. Charles D. Schmidt
Sharp’s Landscaping
Trail Electrical Services, Inc.
LEADERSHIP CIRCLE:
$1,000 - $2,499
American Heritage Federal Credit Union
Mr. and Mrs. Drew J. Asson
Baker Tilly
Barbara R. Beckman, Esq.
Ms. Margaret M. Brooker
Burholme Emergency Medical Service
Ms. Barbara J. Capezio
Mrs. Mary Ann Cassizzi
Mr. and Mrs. Walter S. Ceglowski Citizens Bank
Mr. and Mrs. William Conaway
Mr. and Mrs. William B. Davis
Elite Elevator Services, LLC
Ms. Julia Fitzsimmons
Mrs. Daphne G. Floyd
David E. Heilman, Esq.
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy C. Hinchcliff
Independence Blue Cross Administrators
Mrs. Barbara A. Jacobs and Mr. Malio E. Ventresca
Mrs. Carol Kennedy
Dr. Nancy K. King
Mr. W. Russell Koerwer and Mr. Stephen F. Schreiber
Lawndale Baptist Church
Mr. Charles P. Long
Mr. Michajlo P. Matijkiw
The Rev. and Ms. M. Ray McKeithan
Mr. James W. Miller
Ms. Barbara Mylod
Phoenix Contract Inc.
PPH ACE Center Art Studio
PPH Craft Groups
Pro-Tech Floors LLC
R & P Mechanical
Ms. Patricia Ripoll
Rothkoff Law Group
Mrs. Rebecca Sahlman
Mr. Emil W. Scharer
Estate of George A. Schlosser
Serenity Hospice of Pennsylvania
Marge and Tom Sexton
Mr. Eric C. Sigel
Tague Lumber
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Thomas
UnitedHealthcare Insurance
Mr. and Mrs. Van Fleet
Ms. Maryann C. Volk
Ms. Evelyn Washington
Ms. Carol L. Weisl
BENEFACTORS:
$500 - $999
Ambrosini Plumbing and Heating
Ms. Barbara A. Bassett
Benecon Group, Inc.
Mr. Roger S. Boraas
Ms. Barbara C. Boyer
Mrs. Eileen Bratton
Ms. Lisa Burke
Ms. Marianna Calabrese
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Costello
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Geller
Cutting Edge Concrete
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Denelsbeck
Ms. Barbara H. Desiderio
Ms. Angela C. Emanuele
Ms. Carolyn K. Ginther
Dr. Elaine C. Grose
Mr. William L. Gross
Ms. Melinda Haggerty
Mrs. Barbara A. Heun
Ms. Lois E. Hirschman-Gregory
Ms. Jean C. Holland
Mrs. Jennifer Honeyford
Imperial Bag & Paper Co., LLC.
Estate of Karl Loewe
Mr. and Mrs. Robert MacMillan
Ms. Marlene Matarazzo
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Michel
Mr. and Mrs. Henry E. Morrissy
The Rev. and Mrs. William Mueller
Mrs. Kathleen Nucero
Miss Hazel R. Peatman
Prelude Systems, Inc.
Premier Companion Care Services, LLC.
Premiere Home Care
Mr. Brian W. Quigley
Mr. Walter A. Sawyer
Mr. Harvey W. Scherzer
Mr. Herbert P. Scherzer
Ms. Zoa Schisler
Mrs. Margaret Slusarczyk
Mr. Murray Snyder
Mr. Justin Stolte, CPA
Mr. Wallace A. Strassmann
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Swierzy
Mr. Scott E. Townsley
Ms. Valerie A. Vitello
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Wieland
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Zisk
PATRONS:
$250 - $499
Ms. Janice E. Benz
Mr. Robert Camburn
Mrs. Carol L. Cherrington
Ms. Patricia Coyne and Mr. Joseph Brown
Ms. Patricia J. Crawford
Ms. Mary Grace DiGirolamo
Jimmy Dillon
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Feeley
Mr. and Mrs. James Felix
Functional Pathways
Mrs. Dorothy Gallagher
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne D. Geisser
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Gennaro
Mr. John Gillespie
Green Estates Lawn Sprinklers
Ms. Shannon Grieb
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Groch
Mrs. Margaret Groch and Mr. Anthony Groch*
Mrs. Natalie S. Hardiman
Ms. Charna P. Heiko
Mrs. Priscilla Henry
Ms. Janet S. Hornberger
Mr. and Mrs. Donald E. Jones, CPA
Ms. Molly Kutty Joseph
Ms. Rosela Julien
Mr. and Mrs. Franz Kautz
Mr. Ray Lefton
Ms. Linda C. Lewis
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mannino
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony L. Manzo
Ms. Mini Mathai
Mr. and Mrs. Michajlo O. Matijkiw
Ms. Amanda McCalister
Ms. Claire McConnell
Mrs. Kathleen Meaney
Ms. Shirley A. Morgan
N & N Supply Company, Inc.
Mr. John Nasuti, Jr.
Peterson Service Co., Inc.
Ms. Marie Pierre Louis
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Provasnik
Residents of Lawndale Manor
Mrs. Joan Smith and Mr. James Smith*
Suni Sunil-Chacko
Ms. Barbara L. Sveen
Ms. Karen Votel
Mr. and Mrs. David T. Wells
The Rev. Dr. Deborah J. Winters and Mr. Gary Winters
Mrs. Donna J. Wojcik
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Ms. Marie W. Zitomer
Benevolent Care
The Benevolent Care Garden Party, PPH’s premier fundraising event, was held on Sept. 12. Guests enjoyed dinner from various international food stations, and the band “Turning Point” performed on what turned out to be a beautiful, late summer evening in our serene, landscaped gardens.
“Benevolent Care exemplifies PPH’s mission of providing a caring senior living community that affords its residents the opportunity to achieve their highest possible quality of life,” said Director of Donor Development Marianna Calabrese. “On behalf of PPH, we thank you — our wonderful sponsors, patrons, donors, residents, and team members — for your support of Benevolent Care.”
Through Benevolent Care at PPH, our residents have peace-of-mind security knowing that if they should outlive their financial resources through no fault of their own, they can remain at PPH and continue receiving the high-quality care they are accustomed to.
Many Thanks to Our 2024 Sponsors
GOLD SPONSORS
Temple Health - Jeanes Hospital
Wise Guys Construction
Walsh & Nicholson Financial Group
SILVER SPONSORS
CBIZ
Communications Services & Support
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Johnson, Kendall & Johnson
Shop Rite – Collins Family
Morrison Living
Sharp’s Landscaping
Trail Electric
BRONZE SPONSORS
American Heritage Credit Union
Burholme Emergency Medical Services
Citizens Bank
Independence Administrators
Rothkoff Law Group
Serenity Hospice Care of PA
Tague Lumber
United Healthcare Insurance
2024 Consistent Donors
The consistent donors of the Bergdoll Society have contributed to PPH for 10 or more consecutive years. Their faithful giving forms the foundation of our culture of giving at PPH.
HISTORICAL DONORS
PPH Auxiliary
PPH Chapel Offerings
PPH Craft Groups
PPH Greenhouse
36 YEARS
The Rev. Dr. Deborah J. Winters and Mr. Gary Winters
35 YEARS
Mr. and Mrs. Donald E. Jones, CPA
33 YEARS
Mrs. Dorothy Gallagher
28 YEARS
Hazel Peatman
27 YEARS
Estate of Albert Taubel
26 YEARS
Ms. Elaine DeMasse
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne D. Geisser
Mr. William L. Gross
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond R. Ritting
Estate of George A. Schlosser
Mr. Robert W. Schumm
St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
25 YEARS
Mrs. Eileen Bratton
Mrs. Mary Ann Cassizzi
Mrs. Clare R. Condon
Mrs. Daphne G. Floyd
The Rev. Rodney S. Kopp
24 YEARS
Ms. Lois E. Hirschman-Gregory
Mr. and Mrs. John M. McLaughlin
23 YEARS
Mrs. Carol L. Cherrington
22 YEARS
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony L. Manzo
21 YEARS
Barbara R. Beckman, Esq.
Mr. and Mrs. George Liebsch
Mrs. Kathleen Meaney
Mr. James W. Miller
Mrs. Kathleen Nucero
Pro-Tech Floors LLC
20 YEARS
Ms. Lisa Burke
Mr. William Conaway
Mrs. Barbara A. Jacobs and Mr. Malio E. Ventresca
Mr. W. Russell Koerwer and Mr. Stephen F. Schreiber
Mr. Robert G. Laux
19 YEARS
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mitchell
Mr. and Mrs. James Schwegel
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Swierzy
18 YEARS
David E. Heilman, Esq. Sharp’s Landscaping
17 YEARS
Ms. Margaret Gentles
16 YEARS
Lawndale Baptist Church
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph J. Ramsey
15 YEARS
Ms. Anne E. McMenamin
14 YEARS
Mr. and Mrs. William B. Davis
Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin T. Hoyle
Ms. Kathleen Wersinger
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Zegestowsky
13 YEARS
Mr. and Mrs. Franz Kautz
Mr. Charles P. Long
Ms. Clare Peterson
Mrs. Janet H. Stott
12 YEARS
Mrs. Charlotte Heller
Mr. Paul Hoffmayer
Mr. and Mrs. Roger G. Miller
Mrs. Phyllis A. Pedrogo
Ms. Loretta Sucharski
Dr. and Mrs. John Tower
11 YEARS
Mrs. Dorothy C. Lafferty
Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Leonard
Mr. John F. Williams
10 YEARS
Ms. Barbara A. Bassett
Benecon Group, Inc.
Mr. Michael Junod
Ms. Barbara Mylod
Mr. and Mrs. Ogden G. Nackoney
Mr. John W. Wozniak, Jr.*
*deceased
Tribute Giving
Tribute gifts advance the mission of PPH and provide a meaningful way to celebrate a milestone occasion, honor the memory of a loved one, or pay tribute to an employee through our Guardian Angel program. We extend our sincere gratitude to the generous donors who have contributed in honor of or in memory of the individuals and organizations listed below. Your kindness and support make a significant difference in the lives of those we serve.
IN MEMORY OF
Joseph and Elizabeth Adles
Ms. Carolyn K. Ginther
Mr. and Mrs. Roger G. Miller
Robert A. Andres
Mrs. Mary Ann Cassizzi
Thomas and Phyllis A. Asson
Mr. and Mrs. Drew J. Asson
Mary Auwarter Anonymous
Erna Bandi
Mr. and Mrs. Adam Linz
Dorothy Barber
Mr. and Mrs. Karl E. Bowers
Ruth Beaucheane
Mr. and Mrs. William C. Hepp
Mr. John Nasuti, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. John Weber
Josephine Beck
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mitchell
Palma Berenato
Mrs. Mary Ann Cassizzi
Ruth Berry
Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Jaeger
George and Christine Blei
Mrs. Rebecca Sahlman
Bernice Blitman Anonymous
Jean Blood
Ms. Margaret M. Brooker
Mrs. Patricia A. Devine
Roger and Aina Boraas
Mr. Roger S. Boraas
Edna Boyle
Ms. Maureen Boyle
Donald Bresnan
Mr. and Mrs. Pat Bresnan
Dorothea J. Burke
Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Jaeger
Julia Caniz
Mr. and Mrs. John P. Hennessey
Rose Cardullo
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Cardullo
Nicholas J. Cassizzi
Mrs. Mary Ann Cassizzi
Ted Cherrington Anonymous
Rosemary Clark
Mrs. Anna Marie Bresnan
Ms. Lisa Burke
Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Farrer
Mrs. Ann Fassel
Mrs. Dorothy Gallagher
Mr. Emil W. Scharer
Ms. Loretta Sucharski
Jacklyn Clarke
Mr. William Stokes and Ms. Linda Cohen
Francis and Mary Clyde
Ms. Elizabeth DeGuzman
Ms. Kathy Fash
Mr. and Mrs. Franz Kautz
Mr. Franz Kautz
Ms. Nancy Luna
Ms. Maureen M. McCrimmon
Ms. Loretta Sucharski
Nancy and Max Cutshall
Mr. and Mrs. Philip A. DeHennis
Betty C. Dawson
Mrs. Jean M. Zimmerman
Pearle DeMasse
Ms. Elaine DeMasse
Delores DeSantis
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Wichterman
Olga Desiderio
Anonymous
Louis N. DiCrescenzo
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony L. Manzo
C. Wayne and Claire Dittrich
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mitchell
Katharina Eggers
Ms. Anita Delquadro
Ms. Martha P. Palubniak
Marianna Emanuele
Ms. Angela C. Emanuele
Peter Endres
Mr. and Mrs. Michajlo O. Matijkiw
Mr. Michajlo P. Matijkiw
Frederick Franke
Ms. Nancy Pryor
Mr. Harvey W. Scherzer
Mr. Herbert P. Scherzer
Claire and Gerry Friel
Mr. and Mrs. Philip Padlo
Robert M. Gallagher
Mrs. Dorothy Gallagher
Samuel and Kathryn Gaskill
Ms. Barbara B. Hannon
Theodore and Ruth Geisser
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne D. Geisser
Robert and Gloria Gennaro
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Gennaro
Dr. and Mrs. John Tower
Walter and Ruth Gimbel
Ms. Kathy S. Gimbel
Hilda Joan Giordano
Ms. Christine Behr
Mr. and Mrs. Charles P. Claypoole
Ms. Donna Gregg
Ms. Mary Louise Haughney
Ms. Beverly J. Kent
Lokring Northeast, LLC.
Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Maley
Ms. Angela Phelan
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Politz
Ms. Myrna C. Tuttle
Mr. and Mrs. John Weber
Richard and Betty Greaves
Mr. and Mrs. James W. Buchanan
Anthony Groch
Ms. Barbara J. Capezio
Mr. and Mrs. Philip A. DeHennis
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Groch
Mr. and Mrs. Max Humpl
Mr. and Mrs. James J. Koestler
Mr. and Mrs. John O’Shaughnessy
Residents of Lawndale Manor
Ms. Loretta Sucharski
Mr. and Mrs. John Szyszko
Dr. Howard L. Hausher
Mr. Alex Feldman
Mrs. Natalie S. Hardiman
Mrs. Isabel Hermann
Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Kerstetter
Ms. Loretta Sucharski
Charles Henry, Jr.
Mrs. Priscilla Henry
Charles Heun
Mrs. Barbara A. Heun
Conrad and Anna Hirschman
Ms. Lois E. Hirschman Gregory
Donna L. Hoffmayer
Mr. Paul Hoffmayer
Frank Holmes
Ms. Kerry Holmes
John E. Hughes
Ms. Patricia J. Crawford
Ms. Nancy Toland
Ronald E. Hugo
Ms. Frances Bojazi
Mr. Michael Brywka
Mrs. Mary Ann Cassizzi
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Denelsbeck
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy C. Hinchcliff
Mr. and Mrs. Henry E. Morrissy
Ms. Catherine A. Nemeth
Ms. Christina Spink
Mr. and Mrs. H. Daniel Spink
Ms. Loretta Sucharski
Antwine Johnson
Marge and Tom Sexton
William and Janice Jung
Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Dietrich
Edward Kelly
Mrs. Dorothy Kelly
James Kennedy
Mrs. Carol Kennedy
Ida Kibelstis
Mr. and Mrs. Franz Kautz
Anna M. Kinzler
Ms. Carolyn K. Ginther
John and Helen Kostic
Mrs. Charlotte Heller
Stefan Bernice Kulon
Anonymous
Helen Liebsch
Mr. and Mrs. George Liebsch
Anthony and Vera Malcontento
Ms. Theresa McVey
Samuel and Mary Manzo
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony L. Manzo
James and Elizabeth McGinley
Ms. Anne E. McMenamin
Joseph and Dolores McGrath
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Zisk
Renee McGurk
Anonymous
Mary McLaughlin
Mr. and Mrs. John M. McLaughlin
Ernest W. Miller
Mr. James W. Miller
Mrs. Jean M. Zimmerman
Mary “Marie” Murphy
Mr. Michael Junod
Margaret Muza
Mr. and Mrs. Gary F. Gross
Carol Mylod
Ms. Barbara Mylod
Clara Niemczak
Anonymous
Anthony Oblea
Ms. Clare Peterson
John J. Pakyz
Mr. and Mrs. Max Humpl
Mrs. Dorothy C. Lafferty
Iola R. Peatman
Mrs. Sylvia P. Guhl
Mr. William L. Guhl
Jean H.R. Peatman
Miss Hazel R. Peatman
Helen Porter
Mr. Raymond Dodd
Helen Pracon
Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Platenecky
Emily Purtell
Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Purtell
Sheila Ricci
Mr. William Stokes and Ms. Linda Cohen
Clare V. Robinson
Ms. Christine Brady
Regina Rossman
Mr. William M. Brusca
Ms. Pamela Croke
Mr. and Mrs. Robert V. Keever
Ms. Denise Malaczewski
Mr. Philip Malaczewski
Ms. Elizabeth McCormick
Ms. Jessica Miller
Ms. Joanne Miller
Ms. Marlene G. Rossman
Robert and Lorraine Rudolph
Rev. William D. Hartman
Alphonse D. Rzepnicki
Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Bower
Mr. and Mrs. James Schwegel
Joseph Salandra
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick V. Flanagan
Elaine H. Santore
Mr. William L. Gross
Regina “Jean” Sawyer
Mr. Brian Boham
Jane T. Schlack
Anonymous
Emma Schmidt
Ms. and Mr. Carol S. Masi
Helen M. Schumm
Mr. Robert W. Schumm
Elizabeth Sellman
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph J. Ramsey
Ron Silberstein
Marge and Tom Sexton
Joseph P. Smith, Sr.
Mrs. Dorothy Smith
James Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Max Humpl
Edie Snyder
Mrs. Natalie S. Hardiman
Karl Soltan
Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. Soltan, Esq.
Mildred W. Sours
Friends of Gateway Manor
Rev. Harry N. Spink & Mary Spink
Mr. Robert G. Laux
The Rev. Dr. Deborah J. Winters and Mr. Gary Winters
Irene T. Stanford
Mr. William Stokes and Ms. Linda Cohen
Hans J. Steinhofer
Mrs. Annemarie Steinhofer
Helen Sullivan
Mr. and Mrs. George Liebsch
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas I. Sullivan
Pauline Swierzy
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Swierzy
Gloria Swope
Ms. Bernice C. Cleveland
Constance V. Thomas
Ms. Lucille R. Hite
Ms. Andrea D. McKeithan
The Rev. and Ms. M. Ray McKeithan
Gertrude Toms
Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Farrer
Mrs. Dorothy Gallagher
IN HONOR OF
Michael Berman
Ms. Kathy Andrews Williams
Ms. Carol B. Drummond
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Geller
Ms. Sylvia Metzler
Christa H. Breyer
Mr. and Mrs. Henry E. Morrissy
Ms. Marie Tucci
Lisa Burke
Anonymous Donor
Karenjoy Camba
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Provasnik
Marie Campbell
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher G. Nowak
Jamie L. Coates
Mr. and Mrs. David T. Wells
The Cronin and Geller Families
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Geller
Luis Cruz
Mr. Emil W. Scharer
Sue Denelsback
Anonymous Donor
Mary Anne Dunn
Ms. Patricia Dunn
Jean M. Watt
The Rev. Dr. Deborah J. Winters and Mr. Gary Winters
Dolores “Lori” Wharton
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F. Meehan
Margaret Williams
Mrs. Harriette Williams
Mr. John F. Williams
Albert Eschert
Mr. and Mrs. Walter S. Ceglowski
Ms. Evelyn Washington
Anonymous Donor
Maureen Fitzpatrick
Mr. and Mrs. John J. Fitzpatrick, Sr.
Katherine Homburg
Ms. Karen Paulus
Sonia Iwanycka
Ms. Margaret M. Brooker
Ms. Patricia Coyne and Mr. Joseph Brown
Mr. John Gillespie
Mrs. Margaret Groch
Residents of Lawndale Manor
Ms. Maryann C. Volk
Antwine Johnson
Marge and Tom Sexton
Dorothy Lafferty
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Weinlein
Chantaya McLeod
Mr. Emil W. Scharer
Norma Mueller
The Rev. and Mrs. William Mueller
Ashley Myers
Mr. Emil W. Scharer
Rita Witt
Mr. and Mrs. Franz Kautz
Ursula E. Zobel
Ms. Janet S. Hornberger
Mark Newton
Anonymous Donor
Kathleen Nucero
Ms. Patricia Ripoll
Mildred O’Neal
Dr. and Mrs. Charles Jones
Mr. and Mrs. David W. O’Neal
Pathways 3rd Floor
Nursing Station
Ms. Janice E. Benz
Linda Priore
Mr. Emil W. Scharer
Tom Sexton’s 85th Birthday
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Conroy
Rondell Shelton
Ms. Jean C. Holland
Nate and Evelyn Washington
Ms. Evelyn Washington
Elliot Wilbraham
Ms. Maureen Fitzpatrick
Donna J. Wojcik
Mr. Emil W. Scharer
The Heritage Society
The Heritage Society recognizes our friends who have generously provided a legacy of care by naming PPH as a planned gift beneficiary. Since 1990, gifts from Heritage Society members have totaled over $8 million. Through their Gifts from the Heart, their legacy of compassion lives on.
Ms. Gladys Ackerman*
Mrs. Emma M. Alberti*
Ms. Frieda Allen*
Mrs. Margarete Allen*
Mrs. Carol R. Altimari
Ms. Elizabeth E. Aretz*
Ms. Magdalen Barth*
Ms. Ruth G. Berger*
Ms. Harriette K. Bescoe*
Mrs. Manetta Blankenberg*
Ms. Virginia L. Blauser*
Mrs. Jane Blewett
Mrs. Gertrude H. Boehm*
Mrs. S. Elizabeth Bonsall*
Mr. and Mrs. Louis W. Born, Jr.*
Mr. and Mrs. J. Martin Bowker*
Ms. Katherine H. Brackendorff*
Ms. Irene A. Braun*
Ms. Anna Brett*
Mr. and Mrs. John Bulovas*
Mr. Frank E. Burger*
Ms. Dorothea J. Burke*
Mrs. Elsie F. Carcione*
Mr. John C. Cavanaugh*
The Rev. Carol Chamberlain
Mrs. Ruth B. Clark*
Ms. Guida M. Costa*
Mrs. Jewell Coyle*
Miss Miriam E. Davis*
Ms. Betty C. Dawson*
Mrs. Viola DeFrancisco*
Ms. Darrah Degnan
Mr. Louis N. DiCrescenzo*
Mr. and Mrs. C. Wayne Dittrich*
Mr. Erhart A. Eger*
Mr. David E. Elliott*
Ms. Lillie M. Ellis*
Mrs. Ruth Ellis*
Ms. Margaret E. Endres*
Mrs. Betty J. Faulkner*
Mrs. Bertha R. Faust*
Ms. Elizabeth Feairheller*
Mr. Michael Fesnak*
Ms. Mary E. Fields*
Mrs. Elmina A. Finck*
Ms. Maureen Fitzpatrick
Mr. Nicholas J. Forlano*
Ms. Virginia J. Futchko*
Mrs. Lola Gansworth*
Ms. Grace M. Gault*
Mrs. Jean E. Gibson and Mr. Michael Gibson
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Gimbel*
Mr. John F. Glueck*
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred M. Gorski*
Mrs. Dorothy Grau*
Mr. Charles W. Gray III*
Dr. Elaine C. Grose
Mr. William L. Gross
Mr. and Mrs. Franz Haeusser*
Richard W. Hartmann, Esq.
Miss Dorothy A. Hathaway*
Mrs. Lorraine G. Haussmann*
Mrs. Paula A. Henderson*
Mr. William E. Hill
Mr. Herbert E. Hoffman, Esq.
Mrs. Henrietta Hofmann*
Mrs. Dorothy C. Hood*
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald S. Howarth*
Mr. Wilson L. Huffnagle, Jr.*
John E. Hughes, Ed.D.*
Mr. Ronald E. Hugo*
Mr. and Mrs. Max Humpl
Katherine Ilg*
Mrs. Barbara A. Jacobs and Mr. Malio E. Ventresca
Miss Gladys Jerdan*
Ms. Laura Kaiser*
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Kaufman*
Ms. Margaret W. Kellerman*
Miss Ruth M. Kershner*
Mr. Richard Knowles*
Mr. W. Russell Koerwer and Mr. Stephen F. Schreiber
The Rev. Rodney S. Kopp
Ms. Mildred Kotz*
Mr. William Krai*
Miss Marguerite Krauss*
Ms. Helen C. Lafferty*
Mrs. Louise Laidig*
Ms. Alice Lainhoff*
Mrs. Irene W. Leitenberger*
Mr. and Mrs. Roman Lempa*
Ms. Ruth M. Lewis*
Ms. Elizabeth J. Liggitt*
Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Loeble*
Mr. Frank A. Loeffler*
Mrs. Helen Loeffler*
Mr. Karl Loewe*
Mr. Anthony C. Malcontento*
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony L. Manzo
Ms. Mildred D. Martindell*
Mrs. Gertrude McGinnis*
Mrs. Janet McManus
Mr. Charles W. Meng*
Mrs. Virginia H. Mesibov*
Ms. Sylvia Metzler
Ms. Marie Michener*
Ms. Ruth L. Moog*
Ms. Shirley A. Morgan
Mr. William R. Morris*
Mrs. Irma M. Morrissy*
Ms. Florence M. Morton*
Ms. Helen Motson*
Mrs. Louise A. Mulvehill*
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Nawn
Mr. David O. Nicodemus*
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Oliver*
Miss Hazel R. Peatman
Mrs. Anna (Nancy) Post*
Mr. Earl C. Punchard*
Ms. Barbara P. Rebmann
Mrs. Barbara M. Renn*
Mr. and Ralph S. Richards*
Miss June F. Rizzo*
Mr. and Mrs. Robert O. Roberts*
Mr. and Mrs. Francis O. Rowe*
Mrs. Marion Rowen*
Miss Lorraine A. Rudolph*
Mr. Robert C. Rudolph*
Mrs. Elizabeth S. Rygalski*
Mrs. Helen F. Sattler*
Ms. Thelma L. Saunders*
Mr. H. E. Saylor*
The Eberhard and Helen Schea Endowment Fund
Mr. Harvey W. Scherzer
Mr. Herbert P. Scherzer
Ms. Anna E. Schneider*
Ms. Helen L. Schneider*
Ms. Elizabeth M. Schott*
Mr. and Mrs. Edward S. Schwemmer*
Mrs. Catherine Sell*
Marge and Tom Sexton
Ms. Dorothy Sharp*
Ms. Naomi N. Sloan*
Miss Annette Smith*
The Rev. Kenneth H. Smith*
The Rev. Harry N. Spink*
Mrs. Helen M. Stailey*
Ms. Elfriede Stephan*
Ms. Louise K. Steuer*
The Rev. and Mrs. William E. Stone*
Mrs. Glendore Strapple*
Mrs. Gloria Swope*
Ms. Ethel M. Thegen*
Ms. Lillian M. Thompson*
Mrs. Edith Uhlman*
Mrs. Elizabeth Ullrich*
Ms. Sarah Unrath*
The Rev. R. Sherwood Van Atta*
Miss Jean M. Watt*
Mrs. Charlotte M. Webb*
Mr. and Mrs. Ellwood Webb, Jr.*
Mrs. Tabea F. Weller*
Ms. Kathryn Whalen*
Mr. and Mrs. David F. Wicker
The Rev. Dr. Deborah J. Winters and Mr. Gary Winters
Mrs. June L. Wodowski
Ms. Doris J. Woollerton*
Mr. John W. Wozniak, Jr*.
Mr. Raymond Zawisza, Sr.*
Dr. and Mrs. Ziegler*
EMPLOYEE GIVING
Herby Antoine
Ursile Aurelien
Mary Z. Bargerhuff
Ronald Barras
Michael Berman
Eileen Bratton
Lisa Burke
Selena Burton
Kristy Byrnes
Marianna Calabrese
Theodore A. Cannon
Mary Ann Cassizzi
Carol L. Cherrington
William Conaway
Andrew Denelsbeck
Susan Denelsbeck
Donna Donaghy
John J. Dubyk
Margaret Felix
Daphne G. Floyd
Sharon Gallagher
Catherine Gephart
Shannon Grieb
Jennifer Honeyford
Molly Kutty Joseph
Rosela Julien
Linda C. Lewis
Maria Luszcz
Virginia Maciocha
Mini Mathai
Amanda McCalister
Kimberly McGeary
Kathleen Meaney
Kathleen Nucero
Kyle Ozimkiewicz
Phyllis A. Pedrogo
Marie Pierre Louis
Bryan C. Powers
Virginia Reyes
Marie Smith
Justin Stolte
Suni Sunil-Chacko
Helen Toner
Valerie A. Vitello
Karen Votel
Donna J. Wojcik
The Spirit of Giving...Planned Gifts at PPH
CHARITIABLE GIFT ANNUITIES
Our charitable gift annuity program, administered through the United Church Funds, was created as a service to our many friends who wish to make a gift of significance, while still retaining income from the gift property during their life.
A charitable gift annuity is a contract in which you exchange a gift of cash or securities for a guaranteed, fixed income each year for the rest of your life. It is truly a win-win situation for the donor and PPH.
RETIREMENT PLAN OR IRA
A retirement plan or IRA is typically the largest source of assets that generate taxable income when paid to a beneficiary. If you are considering a gift to PPH after your lifetime, it is usually better to leave taxable assets to us and give non-taxable assets (such as stocks and real estate) to your loved ones.
A GIFT TO PPH VIA YOUR WILL
Gifts established in your will can be a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your estate. A bequest allows you to retain control of your assets during your lifetime, while also making a gift to PPH.
LIFE INSURANCE
Do you have a life insurance policy that you no longer need? Perhaps your other assets have grown to provide the protection you require, and the insurance policy lies forgotten in a safety deposit box. Did you know that the policy could make a wonderful charitable gift to PPH?
If you have insurance you might like to contribute, or if you are currently paying premiums on a policy and want to discover how this policy might work as a gift, you can name PPH as the beneficiary, or co-beneficiary, of your life insurance.
Giving by Fund
Veterans’ Program: 0.02% Chapters: 0.1%
Adopt-a-Resident: 0.02%
Benevolent Care: 13.6%
Recreation Therapy: 0.04%
Healthcare Education: 0.6%
Temporary Restricted: 0.02%
Area Churches: .07%
Board of Directors: 1.28% (current, and former)
Our Path Forward
A Message from The Philadelphia Protestant Home Board of Directors: A New Chapter Guided by Strategic Partnership
This past year has been one of thoughtful reflection and bold decision-making at the Philadelphia Protestant Home (PPH). As we looked forward to the future, our Board of Directors engaged in a comprehensive review of potential paths that would ensure PPH’s long-term sustainability, mission alignment, and continued excellence in service to our residents.
After careful consideration, at this time, we have made the decision not to pursue affiliation with a larger senior living organization. While such partnerships can offer certain advantages, we believe that retaining our independence allows us to preserve the unique culture, values, and personalized care that defines the PPH experience. We thank Fellowship Life, the 2024 management company for their organizational leadership and collaboration during the due diligence period of our process.
The final decision for PPH’s path moving forward is to engage EverTrue (www.EverTrueLiving.org) as our new management company for the next three years. Adam Marles is President & CEO of EverTrue and is a past CEO of LeadingAge Pennsylvania (www.leadingagepa.org). This partnership will allow us to leverage the expertise, innovation, and best practices of a professional management team—without relinquishing our identity or governance.
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR OUR COMMUNITY?
• Enhanced Operational Excellence: EverTrue will work closely with our leadership to optimize our systems, staffing, and services, bringing new tools and insights that strengthen our organization from the inside out.
• Focus on Mission: By outsourcing day-to-day operational complexities, our board and leadership team can place greater focus on long-term strategy, resident engagement, and mission fulfillment.
• Continued Independence: PPH will remain an independent, non-profit community. Decisions will continue to be guided by our board and informed by the voices of residents, team members, and stakeholders.
• Quality and Compassion Remain at the Core: Residents and their families will continue to receive the same high-quality, compassionate care that has been our hallmark for over 135 years.
As we turn this exciting page, we thank you for walking with us in this journey, and we look forward to continuing to grow and serve—stronger than ever.
