
Bizza Milliken and Jim Williams’ Story
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…
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Natasha Jackson’s Story
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…
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Wilhelmina Henderson’s Story
“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…
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Amy Gursslin’s Story
“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…
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Angela Natalie and Pam Rhoden’s Story
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,…
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Bruce Wright’s Story
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…
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Dan Holliday’s Story
“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,…
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Malachi Jones’ Story
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…
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Michael Stephens’ Story
Since his start at St. John’s, Michael Stephens has maintained his “leave things better than they were found” motto. Stephens, a St. John’s Building Services Specialist started at St. John’s Home in…
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Joan and Fred Franke’s Story
“I came in and saw her listening to music and her face was lit up.” Fred Franke knows firsthand what it is like to see a life partner lose parts…
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