Pet-Friendly Retirement Living in Central PA
Cornwall Manor is a continuing care retirement community, located in Central Pennsylvania (Lebanon County), that offers residential living, personal care and skilled nursing care for individuals age 60 and above in addition to a full range of amenities and services.
Our senior living community is proud to be pet-friendly and we have expanded our amenities and services over the years to accommodate our residents furry friends. Our community offers plenty of outdoor walking areas and paths as well as Bark Park, a fenced area for canine companions to roam safely off their leashes.
The Benefits of Pet Ownership
For many older adults, the presence of a beloved pet brings comfort, security and a sense of purpose. Your pet is part of your life and moving to a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) should be no different. Here are a few benefits of pet ownership to consider:
- Stronger mental health: Owning a pet can keep stress levels low and provide consistent comfort during life’s highs and lows. Research suggests that pet ownership can provide benefits for people with a wide variety of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety and stress.
- A more active lifestyle: Pet owners — and dog owners in particular — tend to be more active than their peers because owning a dog encourages them to head outside to walk or play.
- Better physical health outcomes: Pet ownership is also associated with a number of positive health effects, including decreased blood pressure, cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
- Opportunities for socialization: In addition to decreasing loneliness, owning a pet can give you new opportunities for socialization. When you bring a pet to Cornwall Manor, you can get to know other pet owners, walk your dog in a group or strike up a friendly conversation with one of our animal-loving staff members.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pet Ownership at Cornwall Manor
If you’re searching for pet-friendly retirement living, you may wonder how your pet will fit into your new lifestyle. Here are answers to a few common questions pet owners have about our senior living community.
What Kind of Pets Are Allowed at Cornwall Manor?
We allow many types of animals at our pet-friendly senior living community, including dogs, cats, birds, fish and more. If you have a more unusual pet that you’d like to bring, we would be happy to discuss the situation with you.
Which Accommodations Allow Pets?
Cornwall Manor allows pets in residences across our campus, but the type of accommodation you choose might influence your ability to have a pet. Cats are welcome in both houses and apartments on all floors, while dogs are allowed in houses and first-floor apartments with direct outdoor access.
Is There an Extra Fee for Pets?
No, there is no additional fee or deposit. Pet owners pay the same entrance and monthly maintenance fees as all our residents.
Will There Be Enough Outdoor Space for My Dog?
Residents at Cornwall Manor have easy access to over 190 acres of space. In addition to the space outside your home or apartment, you and your dog can enjoy many beautiful trails and walking paths. Cornwall Manor is constantly planning to expand amenities and services to benefit our resident population. New in 2021, the Bark Park at Cornwall Manor was added to wooded grounds below the historic Buckingham Mansion and features a fenced-in area with benches that allows dogs to roam freely and safely.
Bring Your Pet to Our Retirement Community!
People with pets consider them cherished and essential members of their family. Also, many pet owners say that having a constant companion provides a sense of calmness and peace.
Our senior living community offers spacious residential options for you and your pet to enjoy as well as several miles of walking trails that your pet will love exploring. Additionally, Cornwall Manor’s pet-friendly senior community near Lebanon and Hershey, PA, has access to many animal clinics offering veterinary services and grooming to help keep your pet happy and healthy. Several animal care centers are located within five miles of Cornwall Manor.
Because we understand how important it is for our pet-owning residents to be able to bring their pets to Cornwall Manor, we are more than happy to help residents make relocating with their pet as easy and stress-free as possible.
You’ll love it here, and we know your pet will, too. To learn more about Cornwall Manor’s senior living communities and beautiful amenities, call us today at 717-274-8092.
