The Urban Gardening Club at Fountain View at Logan Square, a luxury independent-living senior community in Philadelphia, has creatively transformed the tower’s Northern Terrace into a flourishing garden oasis, redefining urban gardening in a high-rise setting. Initiated by resident Marty Gehlhaus in 2022, the club harnessed Marty’s lifelong passion for plants, cultivated through his Boy […]
Fountain View, formerly The Watermark, a 24-story senior living building in Philadelphia’s Logan Square neighborhood, is in the midst of a $25 million renovation. After being recently purchased by Tryko Partners, the building has been rebranded as Fountain View at Logan Square, a continuing care retirement community offering residents luxurious amenities with an emphasis on […]
Memory care, refers to specialized communities and programs designed to meet the unique needs of those living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Memory care aims to provide a safe, secure, and supportive environment that allows residents to maintain as much independence as possible. Memory care programs typically feature: How to Know When it’s Time […]
Staying Engaged and Preventing Illness The Penn Memory Center at the University of Pennsylvania states that some changes to cognition and memory are normal parts of aging. However, a healthy lifestyle can not only maintain but can even improve brain health. So what are the best ways to promote brain health and preserve cognition? Are […]
When the time comes to explore the different types of senior living options for your loved ones, the process can be quite overwhelming. Assisted Living and Personal Care offer several possibilities, but how do you find the perfect fit that caters to their needs? Use this in-depth guide for tips on selecting the right personal […]
Discover helpful tips for older adults as they plan to downsize their homes and embrace a vibrant senior living experience at Fountain View at Logan Square. […]
A senior living community is a general term for the different types of care and housing for seniors. When we mention senior living, this can include assisted living, independent living, and/or personal care communities. When selecting a senior living community for your loved one, it is important to keep in mind their specific needs and […]
The health benefits of staying active as you age are crucial. From lowering your risk of depression and enhancing your social wellbeing to improving strength and stamina – there are a lot of good reasons to keep moving and stay well connected with friends. For that reason, industry experts suggest just 30 minutes of light […]
Many factors influence healthy aging and your heart health. Some of these, such as genetics, are not in our control. Others — like exercise, a healthy diet, going to the doctor regularly, and taking care of our mental health — are within our reach. Daniel Forman, MD, chair of the Section of Geriatric Cardiology at […]
Did you know Every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall? For older adults, a fall can trigger a series of events that ultimately result in declining health and a loss of independence. Fortunately, most falls are preventable. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) one out […]
