Community News Hoagies for Heroes: Arbor Terrace Willistown Honors Local First Responders
For many of us, September 11 is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a day etched into memory. We remember where we were, what we were doing, and how the world changed in an instant. At Arbor Terrace Willistown, this day of reflection inspires us to honor those we lost, recognize the bravery of first responders, and carry forward a spirit of unity and compassion.
Community News In Their Own Words: The Benefits of Moving to Arbor Terrace Willistown
The decision to move into a senior living community is not always an easy one to make. Sometimes the decision has to be made on behalf of your loved one for their own safety. However, what may begin with hesitation can end up being one of the best decisions you’ve ever made.
Community News Irene Jones, Former Rockette, Celebrates 100th Birthday
Our resident Irene recently celebrated her 100th birthday!
Community News Arbor Terrace Willistown Named Best Senior Living Community by U.S. News & World Report
We are proud to announce Arbor Terrace Willistown has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2022-23 Best Assisted Living Community.
Community News Arbor Terrace Willistown Wins 2022 Pinnacle Award
We are ecstatic to share that Arbor Terrace Willistown has won a 2022 Pinnacle Customer Experience Award for providing a superior customer experience for our residents.
Community News NFL Kickoff in Memory of Beloved Resident
Arbor Terrace Willistown residents and staff recently participated in a National Football League season kickoff event, as only football fans in Philly could do it. Donned in their favorite team jerseys and hats, the staff hosted NFL trivia, while the residents enjoyed tailgate snacks and joined in the Philadelphia Eagles fight song.
Community News Soothing Music for Their Souls
A typical day sitting on the patio or balcony for residents of Arbor Terrace Willistown turned into a mega theater concert experience one afternoon in mid-August. In the rear patio area of the community, the musical sounds of piano player and vocalist Tom Horn could be heard from residents’ apartment windows, patios and balconies during a socially distanced version of the community’s monthly summer concert series.
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Community News Resident author publishes his third book at age 98
It’s never too late to take on another challenge. Just ask Arbor Terrace Willistown resident Glenn Ricketts. His second book, Are Buffalo Really That Flatulent? And Other Tomes of Wisdom was just published in May by Outskirts Press. The book is a collection of short stories and musings about family lore, the universe, history and mythology, as well as Ricketts’ reminisces from World War II. (Ricketts served in the U.S. Army in the European theater at the end and just after the war.) Plus, he threw in a few favorite recipes for good measure. Humorous “reviews” on the book’s back cover offered words of lavish praise from Isaac Asimov (“Mind-bending!”), Douglas MacArthur (“A direct hit!) and Shakespeare (“A classic!”) This is the third book authored by Ricketts, who turns 99 in July. He was excited to sign his first copy for Arbor team members! The book is available from Amazon in paperback, hardcover and Kindle editions.
Community News Arbor Terrace Willistown Resident Glenn Ricketts: Veteran Recalls Europe in the Aftermath of WWII
Earlier this month, people around the world observed the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe (V-E) Day, the end of World War II in the European theater. Glenn Ricketts was there, having served in Berlin, Germany, and Czechoslovakia shortly after the war ended.
Senior living, Community News 17 Resources for Senior Citizens in West Chester, PA
West Chester’s walkable streets, historic architecture, award-winning restaurants, and easy access to great cities on the East Coast make it a best-of-all-worlds kind of place to live. And because the borough was inducted into the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, it’s officially a great place to retire as well. The people of West Chester have worked hard to ensure that every resident can make the most of their golden years, and the borough offers a variety of resources to help seniors get around town, learn new skills, and participate in a vibrant community. Here are just a few of the resources seniors can take advantage of in the West Chester area: