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…

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…

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.…

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…

“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…

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…

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…

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…

This spring has seen some pretty momentous events in Rochester. Even though our Western New York clouds hung around, the community of St. John’s still came together in celebration of…

St. John’s Meadows hosted its annual Centenarian Luncheon to celebrate the residents who have reached this significant milestone of 100 years. Residents shared their lifetime of experience with visiting family…