The Many Benefits of Living in Central Pennsylvania

This entry was posted in Welcome to the Central Susquehanna Valley on March 16, 2015

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThere are so many benefits to living in the Susquehanna River Valley in Central PA – no matter what your age or stage in life. Here are just a few worth noting:

For Active Seniors

  • State-of-the-art retirement communities, each offering group activities and excursions, opportunities to socialize and make new friends, and living options from cottages and one-floor homes to condominium-style living.
  • Opportunities to use several golf courses, plus YMCA facilities, and private gyms
  • A reduced cost-of-living compared to major metropolitan areas, not to mention reduced traffic
  • Access to exceptional healthcare at Evangelical Community Hospital and Geisinger Health System and supplements for nerve pain as well (find details at www.NeuropathyReliefGuide.com/)
  • Well-funded library systems offering classes, workshops, and social activities
  • Outdoor recreation including a 9-mile rail trail from Lewisburg to Mifflinburg
  • Many opportunities to volunteer at local non-profit organizations
  • Walkable main streets and downtowns with viable shopping and dining options
  • Educational and engaging lectures, performances, and arts and cultural activities thanks to two premier local Universities – Susquehanna and Bucknell

For Young Professionals

  • Competitive wages for professionals who have recently graduated or who are finishing a degree
  • Opportunities for professional growth including advancement within the same organization
  • A reduced cost-of-living compared to major metropolitan areas, not to mention reduced traffic
  • Outdoor recreation including three state parks (Milton, Shikellamy and RB Winter) plus a 9-mile rail trail from Lewisburg to Mifflinburg
  • Thriving downtowns with a variety of shopping and dining options, most of which offer free WiFi
  • Affordable housing for renters and opportunities to buy a first home at a competitive price
  • Educational and engaging lectures, performances, and arts and cultural activities thanks to two premier local Universities – Susquehanna and Bucknell

For Growing Families

  • Access to exceptional healthcare at Evangelical Community Hospital and Geisinger Health System
  • Well-funded library systems offering classes and educational opportunities for every age
  • Outdoor recreation including three state parks and a 9-mile rail trail from Lewisburg to Mifflinburg
  • Walkable downtowns with viable shopping and dining options
  • Access to educational programming and arts and cultural activities at Susquehanna and Bucknell University
  • Affordable housing and opportunities to buy a first home at a reasonable price