
Generous Volunteer Gives a Touching Gift to St. John’s Residents
Margaret Watson is a dedicated and generous volunteer at St. John’s Home. During the month of March she is displaying her extraordinary paintings in our gallery each for sale at…
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Notes from Nate: Welcoming Neighbors
There was an announcement this past December that no one could have expected.. A neighboring nursing home had experienced a terrible flooding issue and residents would have to be evacuated…
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WXXI 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…
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Volunteer 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…
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Nursing Referral Program Spotlight: Vanmany and Lisa
Vanmany Banks and Lisa Ellis have been connected for over thirty years. After Lisa’s family sponsored Vanmany’s to escape Laos in Southeast Asia, and move to America, the families instantly…
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Volunteer 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…
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Regaining Independence with Rehabilitation Services
Brittany Godin has worked with a variety of patients—both young and old—during her career as a physical therapist. For her, there is just something about working with older adults that…
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Notes 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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Reservoir Renaissance: Small Home Renovations
Our Reservoir 5 neighborhood has gone through a beautiful renaissance! This 14-room small home located in our Skilled Nursing community has been renovated with upgrades and individualized décor. The doors…
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Sheridan Vincent Captures Essence of Rochester at St. John’s Home Gallery
If you venture down to the Thomas Terry Art Gallery at St. John’s Home this month, you will see stunning photos on display from Rochester and the surrounding Finger Lakes…
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