Do you or your loved one(s) still want to live independently but just need a bit of help? Our Tobey Jones Building, supported independent living, is a perfect solution! Our Tobey Jones residents are living completely independently, but are provided several services that make their life easier. Service Offered at Our Supported Independent Living Meals ... Read More
Across our campus we are fully decked out for the holidays…in every building and every nook and cranny the beauty of the season sparkles bright. No matter what building our residents reside, they experience lights, decorations and the season’s merriment. Holiday themes range from elegant poinsettias and garland, to penguins, owls, gingerbread men/women, angels, sea... Read More
The American Diabetes Association offers the following suggestions for managing a diabetic diet during the holidays. Think About the Timing of Your Meal Plan in advance for how you will handle making medication changes if your meal does not line up with your regular meal schedule. Be Physically Active The best way to compensate for... Read More
In November 1919, President Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day with the following words: “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the... Read More
Thanksgiving Day in the United States and Canada celebrates the harvest and other blessings of the past year. Americans generally believe that their Thanksgiving is modeled on a 1621 harvest feast shared by the English colonists (Pilgrims) of Plymouth and the Wampanoag people. Thanksgiving is important because it’s a positive and secular holiday where we celebrate... Read More
With the help of CEO Judy Dunn, Director of Residential Accommodations Michelle Olafson, and Building Services Director Tony De Marco, eight special locations on the Franke Tobey Jones campus were designated for Memorial Benches. Three benches have recently been purchased, with five remaining. This meaningful gift is a lasting tribute in honor or in memory... Read More
The Pt. Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center enjoyed a milestone day with its graduated re-opening on August 2nd! While volunteers implemented new check-in processes to ensure safety for participants, the first Strength and Balance class was held with 14 participants. An enthusiastic Kate Gray, Director of the Senior Center shared, “ I was so excited... Read More
For ease of access for our residents, Franke Tobey Jones has partnered with US Post Acute Care to bring primary care (routine services or “as needed” services) to our campus. Why leave FTJ when the clinic can come to our resident’s apartment? US Post Acute Care’s Senior Clinic is staffed by a leading medical group... Read More
Senior living has changed significantly over the past few years. Senior Living Communities encompass independent living, assisted living, memory care and some feature skilled nursing as well. Most are beautiful and comfortable with homelike facilities, offering an all-inclusive luxury resort or cruise ship ambiance, amenities, and service. At least that’s what you can expect at... Read More
Assisted living offers a living environment for people who need minimal help with their daily life and care. Assisted living apartments give you the ability to live independently while still receiving varying levels of care and assistance. Activities of daily living include personal hygiene, dressing, eating, maintaining continence and transferring/mobility. Deciding which assisted living facility... Read More
The Point Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center, which is operated by Franke Tobey Jones, in a normal year provides thousands of Pierce County seniors with educational classes, exercise classes, card games, outings, daily meals, camaraderie, and a place to connect and be with friends. When the pandemic hit and the Senior Center doors had to... Read More
Due to the current restrictions, we’ve had to cancel our 97th Annual Spring Tea, an event in May where we celebrate Mrs. Franke Tobey Jones birthday. However, we didn’t want to pass up this opportunity to say HAPPY BIRTHDAY to our founder and to thank her, once again, for her vision and inspiration for seniors.... Read More
With the inspiration of FTJ resident, Pat Mail, who saw both a need and a great space for a dog park, FTJ went to work to repurpose this outdoor space into a small but very functional off-leash dog park for the use of residents and their pets. “When residents in the previous health care and... Read More
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