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Dunwoody at Home: Alzheimer’s Help for Family Caregivers
The full article by Lawrence Robinson, Melissa S. Wayne, M.A., and Jeanne Segal, Ph.D. appears in HelpGuide and can be found at the Dunwoody at Home website. Taking care of someone with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia can be overwhelming but you are not alone. There are more than 16 million people in the…
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General Recreation: Harmony Playground in Lititz Was a Community Effort
The “Harmony Playground” in Lititz, PA went from one local resident’s request for a wheelchair-accessible swing to a full-fledged playground thanks to the efforts of the entire community, assisted by General Recreation, Inc. in Newtown Square. General Recreation is a provider of playground and recreational equipment throughout the region. Kathy Blankenbiller, a Lititz resident, wanted…
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General Recreation: Children at Play Engage the Senses and Discover Their World
Sensory-rich playgrounds help children develop as they learn about the world around them and use their different senses to explore, according to General Recreation, Inc. in Newtown Square, a leading distributor of playground and recreational equipment. These are just some of the elements found at your local playground that can help children develop their senses.…
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21 Lamb McErlane Attorneys Named 2022 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Rising Stars
Lamb McErlane has announced that 15 attorneys have been named 2022 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and six Rising Stars. Each year, no more than five percent of all Pennsylvania lawyers are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers magazine to receive this honor, while 2.5 percent are selected as Rising Stars. Outstanding lawyers from more than 70…
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Grants Are Available to Help You Fund Your Next Playground Project
Thinking of constructing or renovating a playground for your organization, or do you just need some support maintaining an existing playground? There are a number of private and public funding organizations that can provide grants that will get you on your way, according to General Recreation, Inc.in Newtown Square. Playgrounds can be an expensive endeavor…
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Long-Time Dunwoody Village Dining Services Director John Alberici Retires
When Dunwoody Village began Phase 1 of its expansion and renovation of its community-building in November 2020, part of that expansion included all-new dining venues. Now, as April brings to completion that first phase, and as residents and staff transition into the new settings, there is also a change in its leadership. John Alberici, who…
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General Recreation Partners Locally to Create ADA-Accessible Play Area
A collaboration between Newtown Square’s General Recreation experts and township officials outside Pittsburgh helped make an inclusive playground a reality at Clever Park in Robinson Township. The partnership was part of General Recreation’s mission to support local businesses and enhance recreational accessibility for the community. Robinson Township had completed a parks assessment with a recommendation…
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Irish Dance School Has Kept Part of Ireland in Newtown Square for 60 Years
The McDade-Cara Irish School of Dance in Newtown Square grew out of Maureen McDade McGrory’s desire to maintain the region’s Irish culture, writes Janelle Burre for CBS Philly. “My mom started the school in 1962, and she found herself surrounded in this area by immigrants from Ireland,” said Sheila Sweeney, who took over the school when…
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Play Area Symbol Sign Lets All Children Express Themselves
Communication and expression are critical skills children need as they develop, but not every child finds it easy to communicate verbally. Symbols and pictures are another effective way to get a message across for children who are non-verbal, speech-challenged, speak different languages, or who are just learning to communicate with friends and caregivers. Now playground…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Stylish Brick Colonial Tucked Away in Willistown Township
A brick colonial on a spectacular, wooded lot with five bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Willistown Township. This well-appointed residence is nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac and offers both style and functionality. . . The home opens to a dramatic two-story foyer with hardwood floors and a turned…
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Children Become Explorers With General Recreation’s Smart Play Summit
Exploring is a great way for a child to develop. Exploring stimulates the senses with new sights, sounds, and smells; while it improves motor skills and tones muscles. Exploration, particularly shared among children, can develop social and emotional skills, fostering imagination and cooperation. It teaches problem-solving and strategic thinking. Some of the best explorations happen…
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Suburban Office Market Wraps Up 2021 with One of Strongest Quarters in Past Two Years
The suburban office market ended 2021 with one of the strongest quarters for the past two years, which helped further stabilize it. Natalie Kostelni unlocked the performance metrics for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “Clients are looking at taking less space and investing more in that space,” said Les Haggett of CBRE Group, the Dallas-based real…
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General Recreation in Newtown Square Helped Bring Playground Vision to Life
When Jenny Morgan wanted an all-accessible playground in her rural, close-knit community of Warfordsburg, PA, she turned to General Recreation Inc. out of Newtown Square. A Google search for inclusive play equipment led Jenny to General Recreation and Landscape Structures playground consultant Steve Hemler. Steve developed a design where children with special needs could play…
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Festivities Marked a December Filled With Christmas Spirt at Dunwoody Village
The holiday season was a busy time at Dunwoody Village in Newtown Square as residents and staff celebrated December and the Christmas spirit in style. The Arts and Crafts team made delivered gifts for residents. The Floral Skills Committee delivered specially designed floral arrangements to care center residents. A holiday party was organized by Dunwoody’s…
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Find the Ideal Holiday Gift at Dunwoody Village’s ReSale Shop in Newtown Square
With the holiday shopping season upon us, the Dunwoody Village Resale Shop is open for all of your shopping needs. The shop is open to the public and is a great place for special deals on home décor, clothing, jewelry, furniture and more. The shop is open Mondays from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Proceeds…
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‘Casa Pacifica,’ a Slice of the Mediterranean in Newtown Square, Heads to Auction
The Mediterranean-style villa, “Casa Pacifica,” at 100 Springhouse Lane in Newtown Square has been on and off the market at least six times since July 2012, writes Kennedy Rose for Philadelphia Business Journal. The home features design elements from Italy and Spain. It has six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, and three half bathrooms. Its highest asking…
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U.S. News and World Report: Dunwoody Village Makes ‘Best Nursing Home’ List
Dunwoody Village has been recognized by U.S. News and World Report as a Best Nursing Home for 2021-22. According to the US News Ratings, the William Hood Dunwoody Care Center has a rating of “High Performing” – the highest possible rating – for both its short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The U.S. News badge is…
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Dunwoody at Home: 5 Signs It’s Time to Hire Caregiver Services for a Love One
Dunwoody at Home, a subsidiary of Dunwoody Village in Newtown Square, supports independent living for seniors, providing personalized plans so you can live at home securely and with dignity. Living at home is the desired outcome for many seniors but there are times when it is no longer safe or desirable to live alone. That’s…
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