Independent living for older adults

Isabella House

Isabella, located in verdant northern Manhattan, provides high-quality care and diverse programs designed to promote independence and healthy living. “Our residents have the flexibility to live their own lives yet have support services available if they need them,” says Betty Lehmann, director of marketing and communications.

Isabella House is a high-rise building comprised of independent-living apartments for adults ages 62 or older. The comfortable dining room offers lunch and dinner buffet style. Activities are abundant and diverse, including music, dance and exercise programs, poetry and art classes, computer training and more.

“People always tell me that a surprising thing for them is how spacious our rooms are,” Lehmann says. “They get a lot of light and have spectacular views.”

In addition to a 705-bed nursing home, the nonprofit, non-sectarian organization offers moderately-priced senior housing, an adult day health care program, child day care and home care, as well as short-stay rehabilitation. Residency in Isabella House also provides free membership in Isabella’s Institute for Older Adults, which offers educational and wellness programs through the 50+ Club and the Walking Works Wonders Program.

With the childcare program on site, intergenerational activities are a part of the rhythm of life, helping residents stay young in spirit, says Lehmann. Some 39 children, ranging from infants to five-year-olds, regularly share stories, sing with the residents and engage in projects through Project N.O.I.S.E.E. (Naturally Occurring Interactions in a Shared Environment Everyday). In addition, local teenagers involved in Isabella’s community caring partner program assist in nursing care, recreational programs and daily living.

For more information on Isabella Geriatric Center please call (212) 342-9539 or visit www.isabella.org. Welcome to our family.