
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…
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St. 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.…
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What is Therapeutic Recreation?
The National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification defines therapeutic recreation (T.R.) as “a systematic process that utilizes recreation and other activity-based interventions to address the assessed needs of individuals with…
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Resident 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…
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Hawthorne Resident Pins New Military Rank on Grandson
St. John’s was honored to host a very special family event, over a decade in the making this month. Arline Stephany, a 103-year-old resident at the Hawthorne at St. John’s…
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Pets Help Combat Loneliness at St. John’s
St. John’s Meadows resident Sue LeSage and her dog Princess were recently featured on News 10 WHEC-TV in a special segment focused on the benefits of pet ownership and animal…
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13 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…
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Notes 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…
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Resident 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…
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St. John’s Kicks Off Wedding Season with Bridal Fashion Show
Doris Adamek is no stranger to leading fun and creative events at St. John’s. Recently the St. John’s Meadows resident led the first ever St. John’s bridal fashion show. Inspired…
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