St. John's

02/18/2026

We were thrilled to welcome back students from Rochester Institute of Technology for another fun Valentine's Day Game Day event on February 14! Intergenerational programs like these are some of our most popular activities across the St. John's spectrum of senior services. Thank you to student-volunteers from Rochester Institute of Technology's Honors Program for spending a wonderful Saturday with us!

See for yourself how much fun we are having-- schedule a time to visit a St. John's community: https://hubs.la/Q043Jj_L0

02/17/2026

Morgan Brownyard wears many hats as operations manager at St. John's Meadows. In February, Morgan added the title "Employee of the Month," being recognized as someone who displays each of the St. John's brand characteristics on a daily basis!

Congratulations Morgan! Join the St. John's team: https://hubs.la/Q043sB-d0

02/17/2026

Does being kind help us live longer? Research shows that performing acts of kindness and volunteerism are linked to better physical health and longevity!

Learn more about what happens when kindness becomes a habit. Jack and Megan describe "neighbors helping neighbors" and the impact that mindset can bring:

Explore how positive aging increases life expectancy and the role of mindset in living a longer, healthier life.

02/16/2026

Yesterday, our St. John's community came together for “Illuminating Hope” — the public kickoff of our Embracing Dementia Together Capital Campaign.

The future Charlie and Kathy Runyon Dementia Resource Center will provide education, respite, and support for families navigating dementia.

Together, we are building hope. 💜

Learn more and find out how to join in support of the campaign:
https://hubs.la/Q043h1Hw0

Discover highlights from the embracing dementia together kickoff event and support the Charlie and Kathy Runyon Dementia Resource Center.

02/15/2026

"No one has been talking about art and its role in supporting longevity and physical and mental health. Arts is the forgotten fifth pillar of health," says Daisy Fancourt, PhD, in Next Avenue. Studies show that engaging in the arts can reduce the need for pain medications, lowers doctors' visits, and decreases hospital stays: https://hubs.la/Q042VQJ90

02/15/2026

💜 “This new space will provide critical support to caregivers and people living with dementia in the Rochester community through a broad array of on-site programs and activities including drop off respite.” 💜

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – St. John’s Home in Rochester will be celebrating the future Charlie and Kathy Runyon Dementia Care Center with a community gathering for dementia care on Sunday at 1 …

02/14/2026

"Love comes in many forms — great loves, unexpected loves, old loves." StoryCorps presents a collection of stories where people discuss the love they have known in their lives: https://hubs.la/Q0434zCH0

02/13/2026

Rochester area news stations came to St. John's Home to feature a special Valentine's Day celebration promoting positivity, social engagement, and a sense of belonging. See the highlights, including popular singer Josh Shapiro!

A special pre-Valentine's Day celebration featuring singer Josh Shapiro brought residents, guests, staff, and volunteers together.

02/12/2026

This is in honor of . St. John Fisher University students held a blood pressure clinic at St. John's Meadows to ensure that our residents' hearts were healthy and strong. We are grateful for the partnerships we have with many local higher education institutions, which bring students to our campuses. https://hubs.la/Q042WTXC0

02/11/2026

The residents of Reservoir 4 at St. John's Home celebrated a little early! Tasty cakes and warm beverages were offered as part of a special afternoon tea. There is nothing like the company of friends to put one in the mood for love. Check out some of the other events also planned this month: https://hubs.la/Q042L9Cw0

02/10/2026

Carol Bradshaw has lived in her Brickstone by St. John's apartment for 13 years and she says she has "no regrets" about the decision to make the move. Read more about Carol and watch her tour her corner apartment:

Carol Bradshaw worked as a paraprofessional librarian at the Pittsford School District for years. She now tends to the beautiful community library at Brickstone by St. John's, one of her many volunteer service projects.

02/09/2026

The Employee Activities Committees (EAC) at both St. John's Meadows and St. John's Home hosted events leading up to the big game. Check out the scenes from the Super Bowl LX Staff Lunch at St. John's Meadows and the Crock Pot Cook-Off at St. John's Home!

Learn more about St. John's: https://hubs.la/Q042nSB00