Tag Archives: Sherwood Oaks
Meet the Lavenders
Names: Deane and Jane Lavender
Occupations: Pastor and Educator, Nursing
Residence: Cypress (one bedroom den)
When Deane conducted the first Sunday chapel service at this retirement community pa, Sherwood Oaks in 1982, he and his wife Jane may not have known when they would become residents. But, after years of recommending Sherwood Oaks to friends, they moved in two years ago. “We had been familiar with Sherwood Oaks almost from its opening. We knew it to be a high-quality place to live in retirement.”
Since then, the couple has become involved with the campus gardens, chorus, bell choir and the Residents Association Board of Directors. Deane and Jane’s advice to others? “Think of Sherwood Oaks as a secure future and a gift to your children.”
If you would like to tour a Dogwood or Cypress style patio home, contact Sherry Cook at cookca@sherwood-oaks.com. at this retirement community pa.
Meet One of Our Residents
Tom Shepard visited 15 retirement communities, took copious notes, and built a weighted decision analysis in Excel. So he was pretty certain he’d made the right decision when he moved to this retirement community pa, Sherwood Oaks. “I found Sherwood Oaks to be the best in terms of facility, services and financial strength of some 15 retirement communities I visited,” says Tom. “An added advantage is that it’s close to my daughter’s home.”
His biggest concern, however, was whether he would tolerate the northern winters at retirement communities in pa after a lifetime of living in the south.
Tom has found this retirement community pa, Sherwood Oaks, to be even more than he expected. He enjoys singing, reading, woodworking and physical fitness activities, and a very warm winter coat has helped him adjust to Pittsburgh’s climate.
If you would like to tour this retirement community pa (Sherwood Oaks), contact Sherry Cook at cookca@sherwood-oaks.com or call 800 642-2217 to schedule a tour.
Ten Most Popular Continued Learning Classes
People never stop learning, especially at retirement communities in pa. So it’s no surprise that one of the early innovations made by Sherwood Oaks residents was to begin a Continued Learning program. Continued Learning offers a free series of discussions, programs, lectures and demonstrations designed to provide a forum for continued personal learning, growth and development. Classes are offered in the Spring and Fall at this retirement community pa, and are presented in the Sherwood Oaks auditorium.
We’ve developed a list of the ten most popular classes. We only have room for five in this blog. Look for the rest of the list in an upcoming blog about this retirement community pa.
1. Careers – This top-attended program features a resident or guest who leads an informative discussion about their celebrated profession.
2. Current Affairs – University professors and other experts are invited to share timely information covering diverse topics including Understanding Marcellus Shale, Afghanistan, and The Taliban.
3. Historical Subjects – The historian in all of us gets a chance to hear accurately researched presentations covering exciting local, national and world historical perspectives.
4. Music – The more leisurely minded enjoy music in their life and programs such as The Art of Listening to Music and Symphonic Music presentations.
5. Travel – Experience first-hand accounts about unique travel destinations, cultures and artifacts as well as valuable travel insights.
HOW AM I GOING TO SELL MY HOUSE?
With effective mortgage rates below 4%, and Pittsburgh’s unemployment rate below 7%, it may not be as challenging as you think to sell your home and move to retirement communities in pa. Real Estate in Pittsburgh is booming, very few homes are on the market for longer than 30 to 45 days. The theory of supply and demand is never more prevalent than today in the real estate market. Today’s sellers are netting a larger percentage from the sale of their homes because of low interest rates, and the strong supply of first time buyers and transferees.
If you are like most Sherwood Oaks clients, it’s been years since you’ve sold a home. So, it may be interesting for you to learn that you should have a home inspection before putting your house on the market. This gives you more control over the sale when the sales agreement is presented.
At this retirement community pa, we at Sherwood Oaks have been helping seniors sell their homes for many years. Our Preferred Realtor program puts you in touch with a realtor with specialized training. Once you have listed your house, you may want to use an estate and household sales specialist, and we can recommend a good one. Another person you can take advantage of – for free – is an organizer who Sherwood Oaks pays for. He will help you clean out attics, garages and closets, and also be present on the day of your move to unpack and hang your pictures. Call us for more information! 800 642-2217
Changing the Way You Think About Retirement Communities in PA
Question: How does Sherwood Oaks Retirement Community turn “I’m Not Ready Yet” into “I wish I’d come here sooner?” Here are ten important benefits that we have found change people’s way of thinking about retirement communities in PA:
1. Sherwood Oaks has a health care program that focuses on prevention, and includes a Fitness Center with a full-time personal trainer, yoga, tai chi and exercise classes, as well as aquatic, strength and balance training.
2. We have opportunities to stay active, including badminton, bocce court, fitness center and exercise room, billiard room, horseshoe pit, croquet, indoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi, shuffle board, putting green and walking paths.
3. In-home urgent and emergency care is provided around the clock by a registered nurse at this retirement community pa.
4. Fully licensed Personal Care and Nursing Care accommodations are located on-site.
5. There are contract choices that fit most budgets, including our new rental program.
6. The campus has two beautiful lakes to enjoy.
7. There’s a great library with over 7,000 books.
8. There are eleven different styles of patio homes.
9. There are no real estate taxes to pay.
10. You have an income tax deduction that is only available to residents of Lifecare communities including this retirement community pa.
Want to learn more? Call (800) 642-2217 to learn how to change your thinking about retirement communities in pa.
Simplify Your Life at this Retirement Community in PA
Sometimes life can be more joyful if we prune away the habits and worries that bog us down and are a drag on our energy level. Let’s review some activities of life that may not bring as much enjoyment as in years past.
Based upon our research at Sherwood Oaks, a retirement community in PA, retirees overwhelmingly prefer taking day trips over cleaning their house. Similarly, they prefer Sunday Brunch with children and grandchildren to cooking meals. And, they almost always choose swimming or shooting pool over clearing snow and cutting grass. Imagine that!
March is the time to get your home ready to sell. This active retirement community in PA, offers helpful suggestions and a helping hand to clear out closets, attics and basements. Let us help you sort through the things in your life that no longer bring you happiness or contentment. Once you make room in your life for more joy, you’ll wonder why you took so long.
If you’d like to see how Sherwood Oaks residents are enjoying their simplified retirement in PA, check out Sherwood Voices and the rest of our website, then Contact Sherry Cook at (800) 642-2217 to learn the details about how Sherwood Oaks can help you get organized for a move.
Protecting Your Retirement Assets in this PA Lifecare Community
Many retirees are thinking of how they can protect their nest-eggs from inflation.
If you were to buy Sherwood Oaks’ Lifecare program, you purchase health care for the future using today’s dollars. This retirement community in PA has a Lifecare program that secures for you unlimited days of personal care and skilled nursing services. When the day comes that you need care, much of it is already paid for. And when that days arrives, you will only pay your normal monthly service fee and no costly per diem charges.
Sherwood Oaks is one of an elite number of retirement communities in PA that is fully accredited by the Continuing Care Accreditation Commission, and has a proven track record of service and financial strength.
So, if you would like to know how to protect your retirement assets, call us at (800) 642-2217 to learn about this and other ways Sherwood Oaks can help you preserve your nest-egg. You can email Sherry Cook at cookca@sherwood-oaks.com.
Immediate Openings in Personal Care
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
You may already know about Sherwood Oaks, a PA Retirement Community. However, I’m writing today to talk about our openings and Personal Care services.
Personal Care provides home-like living for seniors who need more help than what is available in their homes. Sherwood Oaks has a Personal Care center on our Cranberry Township campus, and we have 7 vacant, private studio apartments available for seniors who need help with activities such as bathing, dressing, cooking and healthful eating. Our care-givers are on duty 24 hrs/day, and physicians and nurse practitioners visit for any medical need. A private studio apartment rate begins at $135/day.
The first step in applying for residency at this PA retirement community, is calling Sherry Cook, Client Advisor, at (800) 642-2217. She can schedule a time for you and your family to visit the campus, ask questions and see if Sherwood Oaks is the right retirement community in PA for you. Sherry will answer your questions, guide you through a personal tour and give you the application forms and information.
Read what people are saying about us:
“As we add to our age, we all need sage advice and experience of those around us. Sherwood Oaks provides this in generous quantity and quality demonstrated in their Personal Care accomodations and daily assistance. We are so glad we’re at this PA retirement community!”
Newk and Ginny Newcomer
Personal Care Residents
(Residents of Sherwood Oaks for 13 years)
Would you or someone you know like more information about this retirement community in PA? Come to our Mother/Daughter Brunch on Saturday, March 10 at 10 a.m. in the private dining room at Sherwood Oaks. RSVP to reserve your spot – (800) 642-2217.
Thriving in Retirement
We all have heard about the benefits of “preventive medicine.”
You eat healthfully, exercise, and visit your doctor when you
should. Do you know that some people view their decision to
move to a PA retirement community as preventive medicine?
They are making hard decisions now that will make their condition easier
and less stressful in the future.
Residents thrive at Sherwood Oaks. The entire lifecare program is
designed to keep residents healthy and independent for as long as possible.
In addition to the health screenings and fitness opportunities, Sherwood Oaks
offers educational classes, day trips and a wealth of convenient services and
amenities on site.
Best of all, Sherwood Oaks is affordable. If you haven’t
already received our Cost Comparison Calculator, call Sherry or
Phyllis today and request a copy. When you add up all the benefits,
you will see for yourself that Sherwood Oaks is a wise investment in
your preventive medicine.
To receive a copy of the Cost Comparison Calculator, or to
schedule a visit to the campus, call Sherry or Phyllis at
(800) 642-2217.
Be sure to check your calendar for Wednesday, February 15
or Thursday February 23 at 11 a.m. and come to a Lunch and Learn
where you will hear our Fitness Director talk about the benefits
of fitness in seniors and how he will design a personal fitness plan
for each resident! Please RSVP to (800) 642-2217 to reserve your
place.
Lifecare as Preventive Medicine
We all have heard about the benefits of “preventive medicine.”
You eat healthfully, exercise, and visit your doctor when you
should. Do you know that some people view their decision to move
to a PA retirement community as a form of preventive medicine?
Residents thrive at Sherwood Oaks. The entire lifecare program is
designed to keep residents healthy and independent for as long as
is possible. In addition to the health screenings and fitness
opportunities, this PA retirement community offers educational classes, day
trips and a wealth of convenient services and amenities on site.
Best of all, Sherwood Oaks is affordable. If you haven’t already
received our Cost Comparison Calculator, call Sherry or Phyllis
today and request a copy. When you add up all the benefits, you
will see for yourself that Sherwood Oaks is one of the nicest retirement communities in PA.
To receive a copy of the Cost Comparison Calculator, or to
schedule a revisit to the campus, call Sherry or Phyllis at (800) 642-2217.
Learn more about our Fitness Program by attending a Lunch and Learn on
Wednesday, February 15th or Thursday, February 23rd at 11 a.m. here at
Sherwood Oaks in the Cranberry Lake Grill.
Please call 800 642-2217 to reserve your spot!