b'THRIVINGFrom a Culture of WellnessCall it a mindset, an attitude or culture, but one thing becomes obvious when you3. Social Healthvisit Shannondellresidents well-being is woven into virtually every facet of the communitys inspiring lifestyle. Residents wouldnt have it any other way.W e had a good life before, but when you come here youGames, groups and clubs, special events,see all the opportunities available, says Ken avolunteer sessions and day trips provide ample opportunitiesresident since 2014. He goes on, You start slowly, trying and for social interaction, friendship, and emotional support.learning new things, and the next thing you know youredoing more and more . discovering talents you didnt know4. Health Care Two health systemsEinstein Healthcareyou had, noticing youre feeling better and making good and Main Line Healthprovide preventive/sick care withinfriends throughout it all. Delores agrees, Were living Shannondell. Residents also enjoy on-site access to ahealthier at Shannondell than before we moved here. Were pharmacy, in-patient rehab, outpatient PT, personal care,walking more. Im taking Tap. We have wellness nurses that memory care and long-term skilled care.provide guidance and support. Were also very social here, which does wonders for our emotional state of mind.5. Spiritual Health Tai Chi, yoga and other meditative classes combine with groups and services led by retiredReferring to this culture as the 8 Components of Wellness, resident and active clergy from nearby churches andits apparent how vital educating, cultivating and maintaining synagogues, making it easy for residents to nurture theirresidents well-being is to the Shannondell mission. spirit and feed their faith.1. Fitness Two fitness centers offer weight/cardio rooms, 6. Intellectual Health Lectures, book clubs, debate, aerobics studios, instructor-led classes, personalized training,student mentoring, libraries, computer labs and creative and locker rooms with private showers.outlets like art, wood carving and performing arts offer opportunities for lifelong learning.2. Aquatics An Aquatics Center features a heated, indoor pool with swim/walking lanes, a therapeutic Jacuzzi, a variety Continued on next page . of aquatics classes, provided water weights and kickboards. 8'