As our Memory Care Expansion nears completion, the surrounding garden spaces are already transforming lives! Designed with purpose and beauty, these updated gardens blend therapeutic functionality with serene aesthetics. Highlights: - Accessible walkways paved with PerkEpave for safety and ease - Sensory-rich plants and flowers for a calming, reflective environment - Raised garden beds for hands-on horticultural therapy, a beloved program here at Barclay Friends “This garden reflects our commitment to holistic care,” shares Cheryl Bjornson, Horticulture Therapist. “It’s a space for peace, connection, and sensory stimulation.” These gardens complement the new Memory Care Wing, fostering well-being in every detail. Stay tuned as the countdown continues—exciting things are blooming at Barclay Friends! In just 48 days, we’ll unveil 24 brand-new memory care apartments! Don’t wait—our waitlist is filling up fast. Call us today at 610.696.5211 to secure your spot and become part of 131 years of award-winning service to the greater Chester County community! #MemoryCare #HolisticCare #BarclayFriends #HorticulturalTherapy #Garden #GreenThumb #AssistedLiving #PersonalCare #MemoryCare
关于我们
Barclay Friends, where we "Cultivate the Arts and Gardens." Barclay Friends, an affiliate of The Kendal Corporation, provides long term nursing care in a state-of-the-art community in the borough of West Chester. Older adults will find a spirit of community that embraces the realities of aging while promoting the joys of living at Barclay Friends. Experience the difference that a reputation for compassionate care and longevity of staff can offer. A Kendal affiliate situated in a picturesque West Chester neighborhood, Barclay Friends is a continuing care community offering Residential Living, Personal Care (formerly Assisted Living), Memory Care and Skilled Nursing. Reflecting the Quaker concern for older people, our mission is to continuously improve care of the aging across the continuum of services we provide. We aspire to the highest professional and humanitarian standards while providing care and services in a supportive, homelike, and compassionate atmosphere. A good place to work and live: Barclay Friends seeks experienced and caring individuals to support an environment that promotes mutual respect, acceptance, and teamwork. The spirit of inclusion and commitment to diversity found at Barclay Friends flows from Kendal’s Quaker roots and enriches and strengthens our communities, people, and services. Visit https://bf.kendal.org/contact/employment/ to check out current employment opportunities!
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Barclay Friends的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 医院和医疗保健
- 规模
- 51-200 人
- 总部
- West Chester，PA
- 类型
- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 1893
- 领域
- Residential Living、Personal Care (formerly Assisted Living)、Long-Term Skilled Nursing和Memory Care
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700 North Franklin St
US，PA，West Chester，19380
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Welcome to the Barclay Friends Team, Linda Barnum! We are thrilled to have Linda join us as the new Senior Director of Human Resources! With 36 years of experience in healthcare, Linda brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to fostering a positive and supportive workplace. Her alignment with our Quaker values—simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship—makes her the perfect addition to the team. Please join us in giving Linda a warm welcome to the Barclay Friends family! #Welcome #MeetOurTeam #BarclayFriends #HumanResources #Teamwork
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Barclay Friends in West Chester expands with 24 new Memory Care apartments, enhancing support for residents with memory loss.
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We are so proud of Barclay Friends Senior Director of Health Services, Laura Smith, for being a featured panelist on this discussion. Less than 24 hours to go!
In honor of National Family Caregivers Month in November, our C.A.R.E. Affinity Group—supporting caregivers of all types and their allies—is hosting?a panel discussion on eldercare,?with a special focus on caring for loved ones with dementia. Moderated by Lloyd Freeman, this program will feature?Megan Carnarius (Memory Care Consulting LLC), Susan Shifrin (ARTZ Philadelphia) and Laura Smith BSN RN NHA CPASRM (Barclay Friends). The discussion will cover essential topics such as strategies for maintaining your loved one’s quality of life, navigating the emotional and practical aspects of caregiving and the unique challenges of dementia care. Reserve your spot here:?https://lnkd.in/eevqyDrH
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In just 60 days, we’ll unveil 24 brand-new Memory Care apartments — thoughtfully designed to provide comfort, security, and specialized care for your loved ones. With 44 Memory Care apartments, 40 Independent Living & Personal Care apartments, and 64 Skilled Nursing suites, we are proud to offer exceptional, award-winning care that has made a difference in Chester County for 131 years. ? Spaces are limited, and our waitlist is filling fast! Secure your spot today by calling us at 610.696.5211. Discover why families trust Barclay Friends for unparalleled senior living. #MemoryCare #BarclayFriends #SeniorLiving #AwardWinningCare #ChesterCounty
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We’re Honored! Barclay Friends has been named one of the BEST in Chester County in the 2024 Reader’s Choice Awards by the Daily Local News! This recognition reflects our commitment to compassionate, quality care for residents and the incredible support of the community. A huge thank you to everyone who voted for us! We’re proud to serve Barclay Friends residents and their families every day and look forward to continuing the legacy that earned us this honor. #BarclayFriends #Winner #BestOfChesterCounty #DailyLocalNews #ReadersChoice #Vote #Community #SeniorLiving #Legacy
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October is National Physical Therapy Month! At Barclay Friends, we’re thrilled to recognize our incredible Functional Pathways physical therapy team, who tirelessly support residents' mobility, safety, and overall well-being. As Fall brings unique seasonal challenges, the team encourages everyone to prioritize fall prevention—both indoors and outdoors. Here are a few tips to stay safe this season: ?? Clear outdoor areas of fallen leaves and debris ?? Install non-slip surfaces on stairs and walkways ?? Wear sturdy shoes with good traction ?? Use handrails where needed ?? Indoors, remove loose rugs and secure cords ?? Consider adding grab bars in key areas like the bathroom and near stairs Staying safe is key to maintaining independence and health! ?? #NationalPhysicalTherapyMonth #BarclayFriends #FallPrevention #SeniorLiving #FunctionalPathways #AssistedLiving #StaySafe #Autumn
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“We are delighted and honored that several Kendal Affiliates have been acknowledged as some of the Best Places to Work, Live and Heal,” shared Vassar Byrd, CEO of The Kendal Corporation. “These categories reflect the very principles upon which Kendal was founded and continues to operate. Across the Kendal System, we are committed to supporting and serving the people who work and live in Kendal-affiliated communities.” Three Kendal Affiliates were listed as Senior Care’s Best Places to Work. Kendal at Home, which operates in Ohio, Kentucky and Massachusetts; Kendal at Ithaca in Ithaca, New York; and Kendal at Oberlin in Oberlin, Ohio, were ranked among the top employers in senior living and aging service providers in the U.S. and Canada. Two Affiliates – Barclay Friends in West Chester, Pennsylvania, and Kendal at Lexington in Lexington, Virginia – have been named Best Places to Live and are among the top senior living and aging services providers in the U.S. and Canada according to WeCare Connect." Argentum
Kendal Affiliates Named Senior Care's Best Places to Work, Live and Heal in 2024 - Argentum
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In just five short days, Barclay Friends will participate in the 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Wilmington, DE, and we invite you to join us in the fight against this disease. Be part of this impactful event by walking alongside us and others at the Walk to End Alzheimer’s?. On the day of the walk, we’ll unite in a moving Promise Garden ceremony, a symbolic tribute to those affected by Alzheimer’s, reinforcing our shared commitment to finding a cure. When: Saturday, October 19, 2024, at 8:00 AM Where: Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park, Rosa Parks Dr., Wilmington, DE 19801 Whether you walk with us or make a donation, every contribution makes a difference. If you're able to give, we’d be truly grateful — donate here --> https://hubs.li/Q02Tgzb30 . Together, we can positively impact countless lives and advance Alzheimer’s research. #AlzheimersWalk #EndAlzheimers #BarclayFriends #Research
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We are thrilled to announce that Barclay Friends has been recognized as one of "Senior Care's Best Places to Live" for 2024! ?? Thank you to WeCare Connect for this incredible honor, which reflects our dedication to providing exceptional care, ensuring residents, their families, and the amazing Barclay Friends team feel supported and engaged every day. We’re proud to be part of this select group of senior care providers across North America and will continue striving for excellence. ?? #BarclayFriends #WeCareConnect #Dedication #SeniorCare #BestPlaceToLive
Congratulations?to the outstanding senior care organizations honored as Senior Care's Best Places to Work, Live, and Heal in 2024! WeCare Connect has launched this certification program to recognize top performing care providers across North America. This industry-first initiative utilizes the largest data set in senior care to objectively assess and certify organizations annually based on robust criteria measuring satisfaction and engagement. The "Senior Care's Best" certification enables honored organizations not only to showcase their exceptional quality to seniors, families, and potential employees but also encourages others to follow best practices and strive for the same high standards. To see the full list of certified "Best Places to Work, Live and Heal” organizations, click on the link below. https://lnkd.in/gxjECqJ4 Interested in learning how to be become one of Senior Care's Best? Click on 'Get Started' through the link above!
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