Resident Wins Silver for Short Film
St. John’s Home resident Deb Anderson was recently awarded a Telly Award for her short film “My Spirt“. The film depicts Deb’s journey with cerebral palsy which began as a…
Read MoreCharlie Runyon Featured on Good Day Rochester Ahead of “Night at the Red Wings”
St. John’s CEO and President Charlie Runyon was featured on 13 WHAM’s Good Day Rochester to promote its upcoming “St. John’s Night at the Red Wings” to be held on…
Read More‘Thelma’ is an Action-Comedy Film Everyone Should Watch
One might overlook the 2024 comedy “Thelma” amid big-budget summer blockbusters. However, this humorous, heartfelt, and relevant film, which has an older adult as its lead, is worth watching. The…
Read MoreSt. John’s Employee Leads Black History Discussion
One of the many great programs offered at St. John’s Independent Living Communities is the educational men’s and women’s breakfast socials. These breakfasts occur once a month at St. John’s…
Read MoreBright Spot: St. John’s Therapeutic Recreation Team
St. John’s Home Therapeutic Recreation (TR) staff work hard to bring residents moments of joy through meaningful activities. In observance of National Therapeutic Recreation Week, 13WHAM showcased the dedicated St.…
Read MoreFitch’s 75th Wedding Anniversary Celebration
Mason and Ginn Fitch, longtime Brickstone by St. John’s residents, recently gathered with family and friends to celebrate their 75th wedding anniversary. The couple, who met at a youth group…
Read MoreSt. John’s Sponsors Scam Prevention Series
“Be scam aware” is a phrase that has become important for vigilant older Americans in recent years. This is due to the ongoing growth in scams and identity thefts targeted…
Read MoreResident Shares Aging Advice with Huffington Post
Jackie Stricker, who turns 101 later this month, tries not to stress about too much. “I don’t worry about anything anymore, other than getting sick,” she says. The centenarian was…
Read More2024 Variety Show at St. John’s Independent Living
Residents and staff from St. John’s Meadows and Brickstone by St. John’s gathered to show off their talents at this year’s Variety Show. The annual talent show is open to…
Read MoreResident Fitness Expert Shares Healthy Aging Tips
Brickstone by St. John’s resident Anita Spoor brought her years of fitness expertise to a special segment on Good Day Rochester for Senior Health and Fitness Day. Anita, who has lived at…
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