“We were thrilled when we were able to get mom into St. John’s,” says Pamela Ryan, of her mother Liz, who has been in St. John’s Home for almost six…

One face that just about everyone at St. John’s Home recognizes is that of spiritual life partner Julius D. Jackson. Whether you refer to him as “JD,” “Selfie King of…

Both longtime residents of St. John’s Meadows for over ten years, Reva Sipser and Don Bogdanski never set out to form a romantic connection with one another. They had each…

Karen Keilman has made volunteering in the St. John’s Home Gift Shop a part of her regular routine three days a week since May 2021. She is one of St.…

Dan Seils is a pretty well-known resident around St. John’s Home. In his almost two years here, he has made a lasting impression on residents, staff, and visitors alike. He…

As an active mother of three boys, Helen Viola had little trouble keeping up for most of her life. That is why it was even more difficult for her when…

(November 10, 2021) Like many veterans of the United States Armed Forces—especially those who served during times of war—Mason Fitch is often hesitant to discuss his military service. “I will…

Like many educators, Marcy Hotchkiss, St. John’s Green House Homes Board Member, says of her mom Suzanne (Sue) Bement, that she was flexible, agile, and especially good at planning; her…

Katie Nau is one St. John’s Home resident that staff and volunteers continuously look forward to seeing around the halls due to her kind nature and friendly spirit. She is…

It takes a special type of person to work with older adults living with dementia. If you are doing it right, you are not just providing care for those facing…