Charles E. Smith Life Communities

11/12/2025

Bethesda Magazine & Bethesda Beat highlighted the story of Ring House resident Bob Stromberg, who served as an army medic in WWII, in recognition of Veterans Day. His reflections offer a unique and increasingly rare glimpse into history, and also remind us of the many unique life stories that make Charles E. Smith Life Communities so special. Read the article here: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2025/11/11/stromberg-veteran-world-war-2-reflections/.

Rockville veteran Bob Stromberg, 100, served as a medic, providing care for prisoners from concentration camps.

11/11/2025

Today, on Veterans Day, we proudly honor all veterans who have served our country with bravery and dedication. We are especially grateful for the the many veterans among our residents, associates, volunteers and family members at Charles E. Smith Life Communities. Thank you for your service!

11/04/2025

We are honored to be recognized by Washington Jewish Week readers as Best Independent Living (Ring House), Best Assisted Living (Landow House) and Best Alzheimer's Dementia Care (Hebrew Home of Greater Washington) in the 2025 Readers' Choice Awards!

This recognition reflects our associates' commitment to delivering quality care and meaningful life experiences to older adults and their families.

Thank you to everyone who voted and to our dedicated associates for making this recognition possible.

10/31/2025

October is National Physical Therapy Month, and we are proud to recognize the exceptional physical therapy team at Hebrew Home of Greater Washington, the largest provider of post-acute care in the mid-Atlantic region, and the excellent care they provide.

Read our blog to learn how physical therapy empowers older adults to regain and maintain their independence: https://birdeye.cx/vmw13y

10/27/2025

Making a move to assisted living is about finding a community where you can thrive. At Landow House, residents enjoy 24/7 nursing support, a variety of on-campus amenities, innovative and engaging programs and much more.

Whether you're planning for yourself or your loved one, our blog shares what to look for, what to ask and how to find an assisted living community to call home. Read more: https://birdeye.cx/zrf1ru.

10/24/2025

In honor of National Family Caregivers Month this November, we invite you and your loved one to a special event focused on Caregiving with Connection. ❤️

Caregiving is a journey of both challenges and profound joy. Join us to find support and learn practical ways to make every interaction more meaningful.

Accompany us on a guided tour of our award-winning assisted living community, Landow House, followed by a complimentary lunch and a powerful presentation featuring two expert advocates:

-Carolyn Schick will share how to create true "Moments of Joy" in dementia care.
-Susan I. Wranik will offer practical tools to strengthen communication with your loved one and healthcare team.

Ready to gain fresh insights and connection?

📅 RSVP Today! https://birdeye.cx/bkv28f

10/23/2025

Navigating caring for an aging loved one can feel emotional or even overwhelming. In a new interview featured in Authority Magazine , Dr. Elisa Gil-Pires, CESLC executive vice president of medical affairs, chief medical officer and medical director, shared practical tips to help families address the change and reduce stress during this stage of life. Read the article: https://birdeye.cx/7g8wg3

10/22/2025

Thank you to the ninth grade students from Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School who spent time volunteering on campus last week! They removed the Sukkah decorations at Hebrew Home of Greater Washington and organized them neatly for next year - tasks that may have taken associates hours, but were done quickly and easily with their help.

When they finished, the students visited Revitz House, where they enjoyed lunch and meaningful conversations with residents that brightened everyone's day.

We are so grateful to our CESJDS volunteers for the visit and the support!

10/21/2025

It’s National Estate Planning Awareness Week: Create Meaningful Impact that Endures for Generations.

A planned gift to Charles E. Smith Life Communities is more than a donation—it is a powerful statement of your values and a lasting investment in the well-being of older adults.

By including CESLC in your estate plans, you help ensure that future generations receive compassionate care, enriching programs and the dignity they deserve. Your legacy will sustain a tradition of excellence, rooted in Jewish values, that has supported older adults for more than a century.

Visit plannedgiving.smithlifecommunities.org to learn how a planned gift keeps our mission thriving, ensuring essential care and enriching programs for older adults — today and for generations to come.

10/16/2025

What is life really like on our campus? Don't just take our word from it. Here's what a resident has to say. Visit smithlifecommunities.org/schedule-a-visit or call us at 301-770-8448 to schedule a tour today. ⬇️

10/13/2025

📸: Revitz House residents joined together ahead of Sukkot to decorate the sukkah with harvest-themed decor.

Residents also decorated sukkahs across our campus, making sure each residence's sukkah was prepared for the holiday.

10/12/2025

Ring House residents celebrated Active Aging Week last week with a full roster of events hosted by Wellness Coordinator Dan Celdran. The week kicked off last Monday with a sun-filled morning of games and music on the perfect early fall day!

Residents were also joined by two high school volunteers who helped with activities and connected beautifully with our residents, even joining in to play a few rounds of each game.

Dining services prepared and served refreshing, healthy smoothies, which were a big hit and kept everyone energized throughout the morning.

Here's to staying active, connected and having fun at every age!