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Planning Ahead for Long-Term Care Costs: What You Need to Know

For adult children coordinating care, older adults planning to age in place, and couples nearing retirement, the biggest surprise is often Medicare coverage limitations when daily help becomes necessary. Medicare…

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A Growing ‘Gathering of Gardeners’ Shows Off Outdoor Spaces

“A Gathering of Gardeners” is the name of the garden club made up of residents from St. John’s Meadows and Brickstone by St. John’s. According to member and St. John’s…

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Rehab Experience Inspires Poem in Honor of Staff

Sometimes, a few words can make a big impact. Recently, St. John’s Rehabilitation guest Lois I. and her husband Howard S. D. put their appreciation for the staff who helped…

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How Embracing New Tech Boosts Confidence and Independence After 60

Older adults who want to stay independent often run into a quiet frustration: everyday life keeps shifting toward screens, updates, and unfamiliar systems. The challenge isn’t intelligence or willingness, it’s…

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The Team Behind Meaningful Moments at St. John’s Home

The St. John’s Home Therapeutic Recreation (TR) team helps create meaningful experiences for residents every day. Through engaging programs and activities, the team encourages connection, creativity, and a sense of…

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Shawn Smith, CNA at St. John's Home

St. John’s CNAs Share How to Deliver Exceptional Care

Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) play a vital role in skilled nursing care. They assist residents with activities of daily living, monitor their well-being, and work closely with licensed nurses to…

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Residents Record Their Personal Stories

The newest class of LifeBio graduates marked a meaningful milestone as participating residents looked back on their lives, memories, and personal stories at an open house event at St. John’s…

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St. John’s Resident Wins University of Rochester Library Award

The prestigious Robert F. Metzdorf Award was presented by the Friends of the University of Rochester Libraries to St. John’s resident Mary Huth. Huth’s career at University of Rochester and…

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Winners from St. John's Cornhole Tournament Finals.

St. John’s Meadows Cornhole Tournament Crowns Champions

The finals of St. John’s Meadows Cornhole Tournament brought employees together for a friendly competition and teamwork, wrapping up a competition that began in March and concluded on April 1.…

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Exploring Careers in Aging

Jane Barnette retires today after 50 years of service at St. John’s. She started as a payroll clerk and was promoted to various positions in the Finance Department. When Barnette…

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