Grace Inspired Living proudly supports two exceptional retirement communities in Bucks County, Pennsylvania: Lutheran Community at Telford and The Community at Rockhill. Each community offers unique opportunities for seniors to live fulfilling, enriched lives surrounded by welcoming neighbors and outstanding amenities.
“Change is hard at any stage of life, but it can be particularly challenging when [you’re] leaving behind a home full of family memories and treasured possessions. One of the best things you can do is have grace with yourself. What you’re doing is BIG!” –Brooke Morita, Director of Resident Services at Lutheran Community at Telford
Let’s explore what makes these communities, and retirement living in general, both wise choices for your next chapter and how to support the smooth transition.
1. Get Involved
Retirement is not just about relaxation—it’s about embracing a vibrant lifestyle filled with activities and opportunities to connect. Both communities prioritize life enrichment through a variety of programs.
- Lutheran Community at Telford offers life enrichment opportunities tailored to residents’ interests, ranging from creative pursuits to wellness classes and social activities. The goal is to foster meaningful connections and inspire personal growth. Their most popular activities include fitness classes, horticulture club, brain aerobics, shuffleboard, and off-site excursions connecting to local destinations.
- At The Community at Rockhill, residents can enjoy a robust Life Enrichment program featuring wellness initiatives, group events, and opportunities to give back to the greater community. Popular gathering spaces include The Gallery, the walking trail and community gardens, Creative Arts Studio and heated indoor pool.
By immersing themselves into the rich and diverse fabric of campus, residents cultivate friendships and develop new interests that keep their minds and bodies active, creating a fulfilling lifestyle.
2. Customize Your Space
It is often said that your home is your sanctuary, and Grace Inspired Living communities allow residents to create a space that reflects their personality and lifestyle. We have learned that customization is the key to making your new space truly feel like home!
- The Lutheran Community at Telford offers several senior living options:
- Harbinger Terrace: Comfortable one- and two-bedroom apartments surrounded by bustling activities.
- The Meadows: Modern, spacious apartments and twin two-bedroom cottages within walking distance of the municipal park, supermarket and public library, creating the perfect balance of independence and community.
- Luther Village: A wide variety, including apartments, cottages and duplexes, with Founder’s Fare Café, one of three on-site restaurants, and the Center for Community Life right around the corner.
- NEW! Summerfield Cottages: Luxurious, customizable cottages with open floor plans and ultimate independence.
- The Community at Rockhill provides customizable, scenic studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences. Personal touches and unique décor help residents make these spaces feel like home. Virtual tours are available here on our website to preview layouts and envision your future residence.
Each community emphasizes comfort, accessibility and opportunity for personalization. Grace Inspired Living communities are also pet-friendly, so you have the ability to bring your fur baby with you into your next step of retirement! (Exclusions apply—contact us for more details.)
3. The Routine Paradox
Establishing a routine contributes to physical and mental well-being, especially at retirement age. Research from the National Institute on Aging shows that daily physical activity and observing a structured schedule can help reduce stress, improve sleep and maintain cognitive health. For many older adults, finding a routine is the ideal way to approach a lifestyle change.
However, for others, the opposite may be most effective, especially when it comes to Tip #1 (above): staying engaged. For example, Stu Harlem, Director of Residence Services at The Community at Rockhill, instead calls it “escaping the routine.” Many seniors making a transition to a retirement community like ours may not be accustomed to the abundance of amenities, culinary creations and advanced support options that have suddenly become available to them.
Harlem recommends maintaining some semblance of your usual routine, for instance, within your new home. Then, start to sprinkle in some variation, and soon you may find yourself comfortable with the idea of losing such a regiment altogether! Alternatively, if you are tired of the “same old routine” and feel that the contrary will be integral to enjoying your retirement to the fullest, then go ahead—reconnect with old interests, discover new ones and simply get out and about (even if you stay on site). Mix it up! Our campus, your oyster.
4. Explore All Support Options
Lutheran Community at Telford and The Community at Rockhill offer a full continuum of care, providing residents and their families with peace of mind. Beyond Independent Living, these upper levels include:
- Personal Care to assist with daily activities like beauty and health routines, housekeeping, medication management and more.
- Skilled Nursing for advanced medical care. This Medicare and Medicaid-certified center is resident-centered, focusing on comfort and dignity.
- Memory Support (Telford) is tailored to individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia. At Shepherd’s Way, our neighborhood dedicated to Memory Support, residents find themselves surrounded by a stimulating environment providing necessary security and stability.
- Rehabilitation Services are provided by Symbria Therapy at both campuses to aid in recovery and mobility and to maximize independence and function of daily living.
With so many viable options under the same roof, any and all residents can transition seamlessly as their health care needs evolve, all while remaining a part of one supportive community.
Brooke Morita reminds new residents, “It’s okay to have hard days and it’s okay to experience a [wide] range of emotions. You will get through the hardest parts, and you will find a new sense of community. Don’t forget to be kind to yourself.”
5. Meet Your Neighbors
Friendships form the foundation of thriving in retirement living. Moving to a retirement community introduces the possibility of meeting like-minded individuals who share your interests. An AARP article highlights how friendships between retirement community residents can enhance their emotional well-being, combat loneliness and lead to a stronger support network in the transition.
Our residents often find their neighbors become family, creating a sense of belonging and solidarity that enriches their day-to-day lives. Whether it’s a friendly face to greet you upon returning home, a select few you grab dinner with weekly or a new friend to bring to Book Club, neighbors are everything. Grace Inspired Living communities are proud to be the home for kind and inclusive residents—a mindset that extends to our caring staff as well. For more information, you can explore our universal, comprehensive Code of Conduct.
Why Choose Grace Inspired Living?
Retirement is a time to celebrate life and a well-earned retreat, and Grace Inspired Living delivers vibrant communities where residents can flourish. With engaging activities, customizable living options and a continuum of care, both Lutheran Community at Telford and The Community at Rockhill provide a holistic approach to modern retirement living.
Stu Harlem advises, “Don’t wait – there is nothing that’s going to click and say, ‘it’s time.’ So, if you’re waiting for that moment, you’re probably waiting too long.” Taking your next step will open you up to a myriad of opportunities—we promise. Following these five steps when making the transition to an award-winning Grace Inspired Living community will help you breathe easy during the transition.
Ready to explore these two remarkable continuing care communities? Contact us to learn more and schedule a personal tour. Let us help you find the perfect place to call home!
