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MONTGOMERY COUNTY SENIOR LIVING

The Montgomery County, PA area has many attractions and institutions that will interest and enrich the lives of active seniors. Whether its social clubs, hobby groups or volunteer opportunities, continuing education institutions or historic appreciation societies, recreation attractions or sports facilities, Southeast Pennsylvania living is made for seniors. Offering quality health care in world-class hospitals, dining and shopping options from value priced to deluxe not to mention cultural destinations renowned the world over when you make your home here you'll remain forever young!

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

National Center for the American Revolution
Visit this new interactive museum and educational facility that interprets the entire history of the American Revolution. Opening in stages through 2006, it offers volunteer and learning opportunities.

Driving Tours of the Valley Forge Area
The Valley Forge countryside offers a wealth of diversions and discoveries on planned routes that you drive in your own vehicle. Each of the tours has a central theme, from gardens and galleries to family fun and recreation, from Revolutionary war and historic sites to viewing fall foliage and exploring African American Heritage.

Valley Forge Education Programs
Spend a day at Valley Forge National Park to relive a major epic of the Revolutionary War and enjoy a beautiful part of southeastern Pennsylvania. Take an interpretive tour lead by a ranger, attend a lecture or even become a park volunteer.

Abington Art Center Studio School
Attend a class or workshop through the studio school at this renowned museum and gallery of contemporary art. Experience the process of making ceramics, jewelry, photography, and painting/drawing, even dance.

Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles
This museum collects, preserves, studies, and exhibits vehicles built in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Set in a former auto factory, viewing these vehicles will bring back memories from your childhood.

Colonial Theater
This single screen historic theatre presents art and independent film as well as the classic films that you grew up with.

Graeme Park
Tour the only remaining Colonial Governor's Mansion in PA, built in 1722 and located in Horsham. Throughout the year lectures are presented on various topics regarding the 18th century such as architecture, women's history, fashion, music and industry. The Friends of Graeme Park organization offers many volunteer opportunities.

Lily Langtree Theater
Beautiful Victorian-style theatre, with lavish antique décor present a glittering 90-minute Las Vegas style revues featuring some of the best singers, dancers, and comedians from Los Angeles and New York.

Keswick Theater
A 1,300 seat renovated, acoustically superb 1928 Vaudeville house. Enjoy headliner acts, theatrical performances and top name entertainers.

Pottstown Symphony Orchestra
Since 1964, the Pottstown Symphony has sustained a fully professional symphonic orchestra performing classical, holiday and pop concerts throughout the region.

SPORTS AND RECREATION

Senior Golf Discounts in Montgomery County
There are 11 different senior friendly golf courses in Montgomery County offering easy access and special rates for those 60-65 and older.

Horsham Township Senior Recreation Club
This social club has more than 200 members and offers excursions and recreational activities for those 65 and older.

Hatboro Sports Teams
Team sports aren't only for kids. Even if you're not a player, maybe you'd like to be a coach.

Ambler Senior Adult Activity Center
The Senior Adult Activities Center (SAAC) in Ambler is a great source of recreation for adults age 60 and older. SAAC offers activities that appeal to a variety of interests including line dance, tai chi, yoga, 55 Alive Driving, billiards, art classes, discussions with legal experts, health screenings and nutrition programs.

Montgomery County Parks
The County operates 5 parks with extensive recreational facilities and picnic areas. Don't miss viewing the splendor of the autumn leaves as they change color.

Southeastern Pennsylvania State Parks
The Philadelphia area is historically rich and diverse in natural resources and much is protected and preserved in state parks. View everything from the longest continuously intact canal built in the 1800s (the Delaware Canal) to the beautiful scenery of White Clay Creek Preserve.

National Parks in Pennsylvania
Some of the most important Revolutionary War historic sites are national parks as well including Independence Hall in Philadelphia where the Declaration of Independence was first read aloud. From sightseeing to recreational opportunities, visit a national park for fun and adventure.
Hiking Trails in Montgomery County
Hike in scenic splendor on more than 160 miles of trail. Montgomery County is dedicated to preserving its remaining open space.

Philadelphia Eagles
The championship NFL Eagles play at state-of-the-art Lincoln Field. Opened during the 2003 season, it is the finest NFL stadium in use.

Philadelphia Phillies
The Phillies have been playing professional baseball in Philly since 1893. In 2004, the team moved to Citizen's Bank Park, a brand new, spectacular, world-class stadium.

Philadelphia 76ers
The NBA 76ers play pro basketball at the Wachovia Center. Formerly known as the Nationals, they are one of the original NBA teams.

Philadelphia Flyers
The Flyers play NHL hockey at the Wachovia Center. The team's theme song is Kate Smith's "God Bless America" which is played before home games.

Philadelphia Wings
Philly's newest sports sensation is pro lacrosse. Considered the nation's oldest sport, the Wings play in the NLL (National Lacrosse League).

Philadelphia Kixx
The Kixx are a member of the Major Indoor Soccer League. Home games are played at the First Union Spectrum.

SHOPPING

Main Street Hatboro
Hatboro has a charming downtown shopping district. Set along a classic small town main street, it offers unique shops with personal service that will remind you of what life was like when you were a kid.

Ambler Main Street
With quaint shops boasting unique items and cozy restaurants, downtown Ambler is the nostalgic, walkable main street of your memory.

King of Prussia Mall
This is the largest mall on the East Coast and best of all there's no sales tax on clothing in Pennsylvania. There are even organized mall walking groups so you can work out and shop till you drop at the same time.

Rittenhouse Square
For shoppers seeking the finest brands and labels, Rittenhouse Square is the destination. The finest shops offering luxury goods and restaurants offering fine dining options await you.

Montgomery Mall
This shopping mall is anchored by a Macy's, Sears and Strawbridge's and also has boutiques, restaurants and movie theaters. Montgomery Mall is conveniently located at the intersections of Routes 309 and 202 in North Wales.

Willow Grove Park
Three levels of shopping include Bloomingdale's, Strawbridge's and Sears in an atmosphere reflecting a turn-of-the-century amusement park. Open 7 days a week from 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM for your shopping enjoyment.

DINING

Otto's Brauhaus
The finest German restaurant in the area is located right in Horsham. Beer tastings every Wednesday night feature selections of imported German beer.

Montgomery County Dining
Whatever you crave, from family fare to four-star cuisine, you'll be able to fine a restaurant that satisfies you.

Joseph Ambler Inn
Fine food dished up in an historic setting. Enjoy regional specialties served in a stone bank barn more than 200 years old.

Philadelphia Dining
From haute cuisine to Philly's famed cheese-steak sandwiches, from good home cooked American grub to ethnic and international specialties, the Philly area is a foodies delight.

Davios Philadelphia
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in the historic Provident Bank Building just off of fashionable Rittenhouse Row. Considered one of Philly's best restaurants, prime dry-aged steaks and cutting-edge Northern Italian Cuisine are specialties

Cheese Steak Corner
Philadelphia's signature sandwich was the invention of the late hot-dog vendor Pat Olivieri. At Pat's King of Steaks, the birthplace of the cheese-steak, or across the street at the competition Geno's, go for the taste that Philadelphia celebrates.

SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS

Montgomery County Community College Personal Lifelong Learning Programs
Providing non-credit courses and training for educational enrichment, career advancement and job retraining is a major component of the mission of Montgomery County Community College. The Workforce Development and Continuing Education Division (WD&CE) is dedicated to meeting the non-degree educational needs that evolve and expand throughout one's lifetime.

Continuing Education Program at Arcadia University
This college located in Grey Towers Castle, a stunning landmark built in 1897, offers classes for professionals seeking to expand their skills and all those interested in continuing their educational development.

Gwynedd-Mercy College Center for Continuing Education
Located at the Fort Washington Campus, the Center for Lifelong Learning offers programs and classes of special interest to senior citizens.

AARP Community Service Programs Within Pennsylvania
AARP's community service programs offer a variety of volunteer opportunities related to program management, administration and operations.

Community Service Pilot Programs
AARP has established relationships with a number of organizations to implement matching of senior volunteers with organizations that need them. This is a pilot program going on in Pennsylvania that includes organizations such as Faith In Action, the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging, the National Council on Aging, Big Brothers and Big Sisters.

AARP Pennsylvania, School Based Mentoring
Under an arrangement with Big Brothers Big Sisters Southeast PA, AARP members mentor youth in schools located in urban Philadelphia and Great Valley school districts. Volunteers engage youth in unique intergenerational activities during the school day.

Montgomery County Office on Aging and Adult Services
This office is designed to provide assistance to senior residents of our county. One of the more valuable and timesaving services they provide is a listing of the Retirement Residences, Apartments and Life Care Communities in the Delaware Valley.

Senior Adult Activities Center of Montgomery County (SAAC)
The Senior Adult Activities Center makes a positive difference in the lives of the elderly by providing opportunities to build friendships, discover a renewed sense of purpose and reach solutions to problems with dignity. Senior centers are located in Norristown, Glenside and Ambler and host a wide range of programs, including Meals on Wheels, recreational and educational programs, social services and noontime meals.

Lulu Shriners
The Shriner's fraternal organization has more than 3,000 members in the 5 county area. Their 400-seat hall and theater is in the town of Plymouth Meeting.