Progress 4: Health and Religion

The Williamsport Home has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2024 by U.S. News & World Report, and is one of only 74 facilities in Pennsylvania to earn this recognition out of 672 rated facilities.

A Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Loyalsock Township, The Williamsport Home earned the rating of “High Performing,” the highest possible rating, for both Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care. U.S. News gives the recognition of Best Nursing Home only to those that satisfy their assessment of consistent performance in quality measures.

“At The Williamsport Home, ensuring our residents receive the highest level of quality care is our number one priority, and we are truly honored that U.S. News & World Report has recognized us for this,” said The Williamsport Home Administrator Jennifer Cisneros. “This recognition would not have been possible without the hard work and effort put forth by our caring, compassionate and dedicated staff every single day.”

In addition to its rehabilitation and skilled nursing care facilities, The Williamsport Home offers a Personal Care unit and Independent Living Apartments for seniors who want wor-

ry-free living with all the comforts of home. Amenities such as a Wellness Center with on-staff personal trainer, planned social activities, and field trips are offered to keep residents healthy, active and engaged. For more information

about the 2024 U.S. News & World Report ratings, visit https:// health.usnews.com/bestnursing-homes. For more information about The Williamsport Home, visit https://www. thewilliamsporthome. com.

SAINT ANN CATHOLIC CHURCH

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5904 Lycoming Creek Rd., Cogan Station, PA

EASTER SUNDAY, MARCH 31 Service Times: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.

Nursery and Children’s programs provided.

WALNUT STREET CHURCH

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Discover the joy of worship at Walnut Street Church of Christ, 714 W. Walnut St., Lock Haven. The church welcomes all walks of life for fellowship on Sundays at 9:30 a.m., a variety of ministries and programs, and Bible study online via Zoom, every other Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.

SAINT JOHN’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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St. John’s United Methodist Church, located at 2101 Newberry St., Williamsport, has Saturday worship at 5:30 p.m. with 9 a.m. worship on Sundays. Infant and toddler care are available during Sunday worship. Sunday School also available for all ages, infant to 100, on Sundays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. The church welcomes all persons who are open to beginning and sustaining a relationship with Jesus Christ and the community of believers that the Lord has created. The church is handi-capped accessible at several entrances and throughout the building.

On this day...

• In 1802, President Thomas Jefferson signed a measure authorizing the establishment of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York.

• In 1968, Senator Robert F. Kennedy of New York announced his candidacy for the Democratic presidential nomination.

• In 1972, in a nationally broadcast address, President Richard Nixon called for a moratorium on court-ordered school busing to achieve racial desegregation.

• In 2004, China declared victory in its fight against bird flu, saying it had “stamped out” all its known cases.

Saint John’s Newberry United Methodist Church

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Pastor Lori Betsworth

Easter

Sunrise Service at 6:30 a.m.

Easter Service at 9:00 a.m.

The Williamsport Home is a Continuing Care Retirement Community that offers independent living apartments to seniors who would like worry-free living with all the comforts of home.

In addition to providing home maintenance, lawn care and snow removal, we have a full-time Wellness Coordinator and a team that organizes exercise classes, wellness presentations, craft groups, field days, shuffieboard, pool tournaments and more to keep residents active and engaged.

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Saint Ann Catholic Church has several upcoming community events planned for the spring and summer.

The ever-popular Easter Egg Hunt is fast approaching! Mark your calendars and stay in the know via the parish website (www.saintannrcc.org) and social media (@saintannrcc). All are welcome!

YMCA programs keep older adults active

The River Valley Regional YMCA isn’t just for the young, it’s also for the young at heart. All 6 locations offer ways for older adults to lead healthier, more productive lifestyles through safe and effective physical movement, along with social opportunities.

Through Silver Sneakers, Boomer Fit, aquatic Arthritis Classes, and more, the Y offers a place for seniors to be active and make friends. These classes focus on low impact movements helping with balance, range of movement, and increasing strength. Classes in the pool offer the added benefit of exercise without impacting joints.

“I have arthritis. My therapist said if I don’t come here I would end up in a wheelchair,” explained Judy Balzer, Arthritis Class participant. “In the water I am able to walk like normal.”

“We feel blessed for our health. I still swim laps after class,” said Mary Kyler, who’s 92. “I’ve been a member of the Williamsport YMCA for over 8 years. I enjoy the Arthritis Class and senior socials.”

The YMCA helps older adults with memberships by partnering with insurance programs that offer discounts, reimbursements, or even free memberships to their subscribers. A Healthy Senior Program is available at some locations for those without an insurance wellness benefit, who need financial assistance.

Thirty-year member Phyllis Shevitski, 90, attends Arthritis Class 3 times a week. “I look forward to seeing my friends, Shevitski said. “The best thing about the Y is the friendship and camaraderie.” Learn more at rvrymca.org or contact the customer service number on your insurance card.

BETHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH

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call 570-368-8933

11 W. PENN ST., MUNCY, PA 17756

WWW.MUNCYBAPTISTCHURCH.ORG

PASTOR

REV. ROBERT W. RICE

ASSOCIATE PASTOR

REV. DR. DON EDWARDS

FOR WORSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP TIME

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Above, from left to right, Vanessa Hurlock, Judy Balzer, Mary Kyler and Phyllis Shevitski get ready for an Arthritis Class in the pool. Above right, Susan Miller teaches the SilverSneakers Classic at the Williamsport Branch YMCA.

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Bethany Lutheran Church, 369 Broad St, Montoursville, invites the community to 9 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion, 10:15 a.m. Coffee (quarter) Hour, and 10:30

adult Sunday School. For more information,

or visit bethanynalc. org.

Since 1940, The Park Home has been the trusted and respected name for senior living in the Williamsport area.

Today, The Park Home is doing business as The Meadows, a licensed personal care community located in the picturesque countryside of Warrensville Road.

If you are seeking a personal care lifestyle for you or your loved one that offers the ideal combination of personalized service with compassionate care — all delivered in one comfortable, single-story, secure community, with private one or two-room suites,

The Meadows is an excellent choice.

Our vibrant community is ideal for seniors who wish to be free from the responsibilities of caring for their own home or property yet may need a little extra help with activities of daily living. Our residents and their family members enjoy peace of mind knowing that The Meadows highly trained staff is available on a 24-hour basis.

Residents enjoy three homecooked meals daily, weekly

housekeeping services, a vibrant activity schedule, on-site beautician/barber services, and so much more!

At The Meadows, the health and well-being of our residents is always our top priority! This is why we installed the AtmosAir system, which has been shown to be effective in reducing 99.92% of Coronavirus within 30 minutes!

The Meadows is the only personal care facility in the area with the

AtmosAir system. We have also partnered with Functional Pathways to bring a new Health & Wellness Initiative to our residents. Functional Pathways offers weekly fitness classes, individual fitness assessments, monthly health seminars and so much more at NO additional cost to our residents or their families!

For more information on The Meadows or to schedule a tour, please call us at 570-433-4663.

Above, the Meadows crowned their 2024 Valentine’s Day royalty: King Richard & Queen Brunhilde. Below, Emily and Stacy smile during a trip to Carpenter’s Pumpkin Farm.

Volunteers from St. Joseph the Worker Parish prepare

for parishioners and others in the community.

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Farming is a major part of Bonnie’s life. But after years of milking cows, and throwing hay bales, the wear and tear took its toll on Bonnie’s hip. “I was doing my daily things, and suddenly, I got this pain in my left leg,” Bonnie says. Bonnie saw Ronald DiSimone, MD, orthopedic surgeon, UPMC Williamsport, for her surgery. The total joint replacement program at UPMC Williamsport offers a complete approach to care, including a total joint replacement class. Same-day joint replacement surgery is even available for those who qualify. UPMC Williamsport also received The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement and the UPMC Health Plan Hip and Knee Joint Replacement Surgery Center of Excellence. “Why would I go to a big city when there’s such a great facility right here, with great specialists just 10 minutes away?” Bonnie says. Now, Bonnie is pain-free. “My life was turned around, and now I can do anything,” she says. Bonnie didn’t choose to need a hip replacement, but she did choose UPMC.

CHRISTIAN CHURCH AT COGAN STATION OHEV SHOLOM

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Serving a Traditional congregation, Ohev Sholom Synagogue was dedicatedat its current location at Cherry Street and Belmont Avenue in Williamsport in1951, although the roots of the synagogue in the city go back to its formationin the early 1900s. Kabbalat Shabbat is held every Friday evening and ShabbatServices are Saturday at 9:30 a.m. Information about other events is availableonline at ohevsholom.net/

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Christian Church at Cogan Station, 5904 Lycoming Creek Road, Cogan Station, offers Sunday services at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. with a nursery and children’s programs available for the little ones during. Call 570-998-2989, visit cccschurch.com or search them on Facebook to learn more.

‘Person-centered care’ at heart of Valley View’s beliefs

Dignity, kindness and utmost consideration.

That is what is promised for each resident at Valley View Rehabilitation and Nursing Center located in the rolling hills on the outskirts of Williamsport at 2140 Warrensville Road north of Montoursville.

Whether your needs are for assisted living, licensed personal care or ther-

apy, Valley View is set among picturesque surroundings where residents can experience and commune with nature.

Valley View provides its residents with a high quality of life and encourages them to be independent in their thoughts and actions, giving opportunities for residents to share values and to maintain their beliefs, the

renowned rehab and nursing center embraces the concept of “Person Centered Care.”

It is a home to live and build relationships in, all in an atmosphere of autonomy.

Such care involves family, and adds meaning and joy to the lives of residents, according to staff literature.

For example, the activities provided by Therapeutic Recreation Department are designed to meet the residents’ physical, mental, social and spiritual needs.

Residents here can and do play bingo, attend church services and hold Bible study, are provided with musical entertainment and attend weekly socials.

Small groups may find interest in learning arts and crafts, hearing about the latest current events, reminiscing with others and taking part in senior fitness programs with the Therapeutic Recreation staff.

The facility offers physical therapy, occupational and speech therapy, and social services.

Among the offerings is the Russell Rehab short-term therapy, and the Sunrise Terrace, for dementia care.

On specially arranged days, vans

are available to take residents on daytrips to shop at local stores, attend the Lycoming County Fair, fish, or watch a play or performance at the Community Arts Center. During the seasonal changes, residents take rides to see the fall foliage and tours of the Christmas and holiday lights.

The center features space for residents to read books, listen to music, watch movies and work on puzzles. It has an enclosed courtyard.

The facility has hospice and palliative care services and living areas that include Woods’ Edge, which borders the Loyalsock Creek.

When it comes to residents’ dining and the culinary experiences, the facility offers several locations in which to dine and special dietary programs offered by staff, such as for those nutritionally challenged or seeking weight-loss.

Among the features at the facility is a Family Gathering Room, which is open to families and friends for special visits.

At Valley View, residents can expect compassionate care and staff with a commitment to quality treatment along with a facility that has impeccable assisted living standards.