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If you are beginning to consider senior living options, you may be wondering when the right time is to join a retirement community’s wait list. At The Highlands at Wyomissing®, this is a common question, and the answer depends on your circumstances, but the best time to plan for your retirement is before you need to.

At The Highlands at Wyomissing®, memory support is grounded in dignity, purpose, and meaningful engagement. In our Aspire for Well-Being® Memory Support households, residents receive personalized care in a nurturing, homelike environment that honors each resident, who they are and where they have been. The program’s foundation is based on the internationally recognized Hearthstone Institute’s evidence-based approach to memory care with The Highlands being one of two communities in Pennsylvania that has earned the distinction of Hearthstone Center of Excellence. All Highlands team members are specially trained through Hearthstone’s I’m Still Here® method, which focuses on creating moments of success, maintaining a sense of independence, and nurturing emotional connection. Rather than seeing a diagnosis first, staff are trained to see the person, their preferences, their history, and their spirit, and to tailor their care accordingly. The Highlands at Wyomissing currently has one opening in Aspire for Well-Being Memory Support.

For many residents of The Highlands at Wyomissing®, volunteering isn’t just something to do; it’s a way of life. Whether it’s bringing music to the Aspire for Well-Being® Memory Support neighborhoods, mentoring children in the local community, or simply helping new neighbors feel more connected, residents here find countless ways to give back. Their time, talents, and compassion weave a vibrant thread of service throughout our community and beyond.

At The Highlands at Wyomissing®, we’ve long known what research continues to confirm: social connection and a strong sense of community are essential to well-being, quality of life, and longevity. One of the clearest expressions of this is the bond between our residents and staff. At The Highlands, it’s not just about services; it’s about relationships.

For many retirees, being closer to grandchildren offers a deep sense of joy, purpose, and connection, but making a move later in life, especially one that balances family, independence, and future needs, requires thoughtful planning. An increasingly popular solution is relocating to a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) such as The Highlands at Wyomissing®. A CCRC near your children and grandchildren offers both proximity to loved ones and a secure, enriching lifestyle.