The National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification defines therapeutic recreation (TR) as “a systematic process that utilizes recreation and other activity-based interventions to address the assessed needs of individuals with…

“Photography brings out all the creativity I have,” says David Rice. The St. John’s resident says he has always taken pictures but never got serious about it until 30 years…

“There is an opportunity for us to continue with our continuum of care,” said Charlie Runyon, president and CEO of St. John’s, in a recent Rochester Business Journal article published…

Helping rehabilitation guests implement independent living skills is a pivotal part of each day for therapists and support staff working at St. John’s Rehabilitation Services. Services provided to those who…

St. John’s was honored to host a very special family event, over a decade in the making this month. Arline Stephany, a 103-year-old resident at the Hawthorne at St. John’s…

St. John’s Meadows resident Sue LeSage and her dog Princess were recently featured on News 10 WHEC-TV in a special segment focused on the benefits of pet ownership and animal…

St. John’s Home residents and couple recently celebrated their platinum year of marriage; 70 years!  David and Marie Jolkovski got married on June 6, 1953, and since created a life…

Between the PGA Championship, Mother’s Day, graduations, and the annual Lilac Festival, the month of May is certainly a spectacular time in Rochester. The month contains many milestones as well…

Elizabeth “Betty” Froelicher had heard many good things over the years about the rehabilitation care provided at St. John’s Home through her friends. As a result, St. John’s has been…

Doris Adamek is no stranger to leading fun and creative events at St. John’s. Recently the St. John’s Meadows resident led the first ever St. John’s bridal fashion show. Inspired…