Aging in place is a philosophy at Juniper Village at Mount
Joy and the personal care and Wellspring memory care community is equipped to
meet the needs of all its residents as they progress on in years. “We intend to
keep our residents supported in their needs and alive in body, mind, and spirit
in all seasons of life for as long as they are with us,” says Executive
Director Debra Miller. “Juniper is equipped to provide additional services to
each resident’s care on an individual basis as needed. It’s wonderful for our
elderly to be able to stay in a familiar setting with consistent caregivers who
promote the highest quality of life regardless of age.”
The seven residents of the 90+ Club are a testament to Juniper’s
aging in place care. “Our eldest resident, Catherine “Kitty” Shaffer just
turned 101 years old in October. All of these residents are active in the
community and age does not slow them down. They are fabulous role models for
their peers,” expressed Miller. Pictured are Juniper Village residents
Elizabeth Lauer – 93; Catherine “Kitty” Shaffer – 101; June Smith – 98; Ruth
Dorfler – 93; standing are Lloyd Swarr – 91 and Jean Rementer – 90. Not
pictured is Dorothy Reese – 92.
To be able to offer an aging in place philosophy of care,
Juniper Village has a nurse and caring staff available 24 hours a day, 7 days
per week. Continuity of care is available through four levels of services
including medical and physical care, and residents are charged by their individual
needs. This includes medical management, symptom management, physical
assistance in dressing and eating, assistance with mobility and memory care
support.
“With elderly parents and friends who are at the onset of
dementia, arriving as early on as possible is a key component to a resident’s successful
adaptation to our environment,” explains Miller.
Juniper also reminds the community that it hosts three to
four major events per month that are free of charge and open to the public.
