Notes from Nate: Joys of Summer
All season long the courtyard at St. John’s Home has been filled with the joys of summer. From the smell of the burgers and barbeque on the grill, to the…
Read MoreSt. John’s Golf Tournament Raises Dollars for Resident Programs
The St. John’s Golf Tournament once again secured significant funds that will go towards programs and activities that directly impact residents. The 34th annual tournament held last month raised $96,000.…
Read MoreWhat is Therapeutic Recreation?
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…
Read MoreResident Shares Love of Photography
“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…
Read MoreRunyon Cites St. John’s Continuum of Care in Recent RBJ Article
“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…
Read MoreAt St. John’s Home, Rehabilitation Care Has Gotten a Lot More Fun!
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…
Read More13 WHAM Spotlights Residents’ Platinum Anniversary
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…
Read MoreNotes from Nate: A Month of Milestones
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…
Read MoreResident Praises Staff During Rehab Stay
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…
Read MoreSt. John’s Residents Enjoy 2023 Lilac Festival
The Rochester Lilac Festival is always a busy occasion at St. John’s! St. John’s Home is located right in the heart of Highland Park and the Lilac Festival each year.…
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