Kirkland Village in Bethlehem, PA, is a senior living community for adults aged 55 and older, and it offers many options for people who want to live as independently as possible or who need more support as they age, and there's a whole range of services available, like Independent Living, Personal Care, At Home Services if you'd rather stay home, Memory Care for folks with dementia or Alzheimer's, Transitional Care to help people recover or move between care levels, Skilled Nursing for more serious health needs, and End of Life and Comfort Care for when that time comes, so they really try to cover most of what older adults might need. Some people live in apartment-style homes, others in cottages or terrace homes, and these all come with the benefit of being maintenance-free, so you don't have to worry about repairs, shoveling, or mowing, and many homes offer good storage, their own garages, patios, or sunrooms, and there are places big enough for couples or people who want more space, since some terrace homes have up to 2,100 square feet.
The staff at Kirkland Village is there 24 hours a day, so if someone falls, needs help moving, or has another emergency, there's always someone around, and they're trained to help with things like bathing, dressing, taking medicine, or even moving from bed to wheelchair, plus they can help residents keep track of their insulin if they have diabetes, and help with toileting or getting ready for the day. The community provides all meals, so residents don't have to cook or shop, and laundry, housekeeping, maintenance, and even transportation are included, which makes life easier for a lot of people, especially if cooking has become tiring or unsafe. People with pets can bring them, as long as they follow the community rules.
There are big indoor spaces that let people spend time together if they want, like a dining room, a library, and an on-site pub, and people can swim in the aquatic center, exercise in the fitness center, or relax at the day spa. The staff encourages people to get involved in activities and clubs, whether you like to play games, go on outings, garden, or join fitness classes, because staying active and social helps with both body and mind. Memory Care has special programs for people with dementia, so they get therapies and activities meant for their needs, and there are both adult day programs and rehabilitation (both in-patient and out-patient) for those who might need help recovering after a hospital stay.
Kirkland Village is recognized in a few awards programs, like Best of Senior Living and Best Activities in Senior Living, and it's been listed through A Place for Mom, so local advisors know about it and can answer questions people might have. The staff is described as friendly and helpful, and the whole place is built with safety in mind, which is why you'll notice wide walkways, wheelchair access everywhere, and a setup that makes it easier for people to get around without worrying about falls. If you ever want more information or a brochure, they have those, and people looking to age in place can use all the flexible options to get the right amount of support while still living in a comfortable and active environment.
