Irma Pylyshenko’s story starts back in May of 1938, or according to the U.S., Polish, and German governments — June 1938. The Hawthorne at St. John’s Meadows resident says she…

“I love this place because we meet so many people to learn from,” says Pat Corcoran. “And every night, we reconvene.” When Pat says “we,” she means herself and her…

Bizza Milliken and Jim Williams were well educated about the many positives of St. John’s communities long before they ever decided to make a move of their own. For Milliken…

Some nursing origins begin with stories of natural caregivers who knew exactly what they wanted to do at a very young age. This was not the case for St. John’s…

“You are officially off of therapy. Congratulations.” Those words are always great for guests at St. John’s Rehabilitation Center to hear. For Wilhelmina Henderson, it was even more gratifying to…

“I just love being there for the residents,” says Amy Gursslin. After nine years at St. John’s, Gursslin says that “bringing joy into the lives of residents” keeps her feeling…

There are many things that may surprise you about Angela Natalie, Pam Rhoden, and their collective work history at St. John’s.  It is true that the two share similar values,…

Although Bruce Wright celebrated his two-year anniversary of moving into St. John’s former Penfield Green House Homes in August 2024, his St. John’s story began almost 10 years ago. In…

“I have lived quite a life; I think I should write a book,” says Daniel Holliday, a resident at St. John’s Home since 2023. As a veteran, husband, father, illustrator,…

For Malachi Jones, a certified nursing assistant (CNA) at St. John’s Home, working in skilled care came to him “very naturally.” “I grew up helping my grandparents long before I…