Dory’s Stories: Rochester During the Mid-20th Century
It was an exciting time in Rochester, New York during the middle of the 20th Century. The economic boom of Midtown Plaza, Sibley’s department store, and the influx of job…
Read MoreWXXI Connections: Exploring the state of housing for older LGBTQ adults
St. John’s was proud to be part of the discussion panel for WXXI Connections that discussed housing options for the senior LGBTQ population. Nate Sweeney, St. John’s Vice President of…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Karen Phelps
When Karen Phelps began volunteering at St. John’s in September 2019, she did not know how much she would learn and discover about herself. “I have two older women, 87…
Read MoreSt. John’s Honors Annual Tradition of Holiday Deliveries to First Responders
Specturm News captured St. John’s residents and members of the management team continuing one of the organization’s holiday traditions of delivering lunch to local first responders in their community. The…
Read MoreFall Prevention Clinic with St. John Fisher
As we move into the winter the likeliness of falls increases, especially in older adults. We are fortunate that St. John Fisher taught a fall prevention clinic free to our…
Read MoreResidents Revel in Fall Foliage Trip on the Genesee River
St. John’s Meadows’ residents recently took a two-hour trip along the Genesee River. Aboard the paddlewheel Harbor Town Belle, the group took in the beautiful colors of fall. Reva Sipser,…
Read MoreSeasonal Flavors with MVP Health Care: Squash-tober Fest 4!
St. John’s and MVP Health Care‘s is diving into Fall flavors with the most recent Seasonal Flavors cooking demonstration and educational series. Our own Chef Joe White stirred up some amazing…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight- Sue Shifley
“Interacting with the residents brings me so much joy, and I find volunteering with them very rewarding,” says Sue while sitting next to Helen, a resident she is assisting. After…
Read MoreIt’s Never Too Late to Discover Creativity: Celebrating National Assisted Living Week
In honor of National Assisted Living Week’s 2019 theme, A Spark of Creativity, our assisted living residents at Hawthorne have celebrated in style. Creativity manifests in various forms depending on…
Read MoreNotes from Nate: Innovation
As the summer comes to a close I reflect on our brand characteristics that inspired me to make a move to St. John’s. Innovation is crucial in our industry to…
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