Juniper Village at Brookline Wellspring Memory Care

Juniper Village at Brookline Wellspring Memory Care Personal Care Community specializing in care for those with Alzheimer's Disease and related forms of

Juniper Village at Brookline recognizes that dementia affects entire families, and serves those with special memory care needs and the people who care for them. Our Wellspring Memory Care community is a caring, secured, purposely built personal care community for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Through a life-affirming, therapeutic environment, we emphasize strengths and support wellness. We extend our sense of community to all those who are touched by the disease, providing opportunities to support body, mind and spirit. In-house services include a physician; podiatrist; ophthalmologist; dentist; psychologist; occupational, physical and speech therapists; and beautician/barber. Recreation programs designed to meet cognitive, social, physical and emotional and spiritual needs. Our dedicated staff, each specially-trained in dementia care, provides each resident individualized assistance with activities of daily living in our secure, comfortable home-like environment; including a secured, outdoor courtyard and garden. Wellspring is a calming place designed with resident safety in mind. We help you to navigate through this uncertain time, while providing assurance that your loved one experiences the best possible quality of life. Juniper Village at Brookline’s Wellspring Memory Care community is conveniently located in State College, near the neighboring towns of University Park, Lemont, Houserville, Pine Grove Mills, Boalsburg, Julian, Stormstown, and Bellefonte, PA.

Sunshine, fresh air, and a little music can do wonders for the soul. At Juniper Village, we believe some of life’s best ...
03/12/2026

Sunshine, fresh air, and a little music can do wonders for the soul.

At Juniper Village, we believe some of life’s best moments happen outdoors feeling the warmth of the sun, breathing in fresh air, and letting familiar melodies courtesy of Wellspring associate Larissa, bring comfort and joy. Time outside not only lifts spirits but also supports overall well-being, helping to boost mood, encourage movement, and spark meaningful memories through music.

Sometimes the simplest moments—sunlight on your face and a song in the background—are the ones that nurture the spirit of life the most.

Our own Liz Plozner Chalfa wrote an article that was featured in McKnight’s Senior Living! Check it out in the post belo...
03/11/2026

Our own Liz Plozner Chalfa wrote an article that was featured in McKnight’s Senior Living! Check it out in the post below. Congratulations, Liz! Thank you for all you do to educate and advocate on behalf of those living with dementia. We are proud of the work you are doing across the industry!

It is crucial to raise awareness about the fact that not all cognitive decline is permanent or progressive.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with us!
03/11/2026

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with us!

Our resident-led programming empowers residents to share their talents, interests, and passions with their neighbors—whe...
03/10/2026

Our resident-led programming empowers residents to share their talents, interests, and passions with their neighbors—whether it’s leading a discussion group, hosting a hobby club, or organizing a special event. This kind of engagement fosters purpose, independence, and meaningful connection.

Sandy, Wellspring resident and former music teacher, recently assisted the team, providing an education opportunity to learn and discuss the details of different musical instruments.


“Music evokes emotion, and emotion can bring with it memory.”
— Oliver Sacks

At Juniper, we believe in growing the next generation of leaders in senior living. 🌱 Through our Juniper Internship Prog...
03/08/2026

At Juniper, we believe in growing the next generation of leaders in senior living. 🌱 Through our Juniper Internship Program, students gain hands-on experience, mentorship from experienced professionals, and the opportunity to make meaningful connections with older adults. Juniper Village at Brookline is excited to introduce Penn State University spring Inters Skylar and Marissa.

It’s more than an internship—it’s a chance to learn, lead, and discover the rewarding career opportunities within senior living.

Thank you, Chase, for bringing the energy to Wellspring this morning! Trivia, laughs, and a whole lot of fun! Trivia tim...
03/05/2026

Thank you, Chase, for bringing the energy to Wellspring this morning! Trivia, laughs, and a whole lot of fun! Trivia time never gets old! Residents proved today that wisdom + teamwork = winning answers (and lots of laughs)!

Juniper’s founder and CEO is turning 70 this year! Check out her perspective on life, growing older, and how senior livi...
03/04/2026

Juniper’s founder and CEO is turning 70 this year! Check out her perspective on life, growing older, and how senior living must evolve to meet the needs of this next generation of older adults.

Experience matters in our industry, and we’re so fortunate to have Lynne’s 38 years of leadership shaping our vision into the future!

In her latest letter, Juniper Founder and CEO Lynne Katzmann shares a personal look at turning 70, proving that this milestone is about embracing a new era of vitality and purpose.

Read more:
https://junipercommunities.com/turning-70-redefining-aging-vitality-and-what-growing-older-looks-like-today/

Let the good times roll! Community members brought the sparkle, the smiles, and the Mardi Gras magic with beads, beats, ...
03/03/2026

Let the good times roll! Community members brought the sparkle, the smiles, and the Mardi Gras magic with beads, beats, and plenty of sweet treats. Our Mardi Gras celebration was full of music, laughter, and joyful moments as we rolled through the day in style.

Please join us in congratulating Stacy Smerbeck, Tavifa Nakhabenko, and James Manyak who completed mentor training!Mento...
02/27/2026

Please join us in congratulating Stacy Smerbeck, Tavifa Nakhabenko, and James Manyak who completed mentor training!
Mentors help to nurture new associates. They are chosen by the Executive Director and Leadership Team Members and should possess attributes of attentiveness, responsiveness, good communication skills, compassion and a keen understanding of Juniper’s mission.

Read more about how Juniper is reimagining the future of aging in America.
02/20/2026

Read more about how Juniper is reimagining the future of aging in America.

The latest blog from Juniper founder and CEO Lynne Katzmann explores "Connected Living," a new way of thinking about senior living that uses integrated technology, meaningful partnerships, and a focus on "wellspan" to help you or your loved ones live a vibrant, normal life.

Read more to see how we are reimagining the future of aging.

https://junipercommunities.com/connected-living-a-new-model-for-wellbeing-in-senior-living/

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State College, PA
16801

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