March 30, 2026 —
Knowledge is power—especially when it comes to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Alzheimer’s Association will present a four-part education series this spring at the Point Defiance-Ruston Senior Center, offering valuable information, practical tools, and supportive resources for individuals and families. Why This Matters Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for an... Read More
March 30, 2026 —
Discover What Senior Living Really Looks Like Today Since 2014, the Tacoma Senior Living Tour has been opening doors—and changing perceptions—about what senior living is truly like today. Over the past decade, more than 1,500 seniors have participated in the tour, many stepping inside a senior living community for the very first time. For many... Read More
March 3, 2026 —
We are delighted to host a special intergenerational experience in partnership with Lutheran Community Services Northwest. On Wednesday, March 4, Friday, March 6, and Monday, March 9 at 1:00 p.m. in the FTJ Wellness Center, we will welcome students from Annie Wright Schools for Time to Talk — a meaningful program designed to bring generations... Read More
January 30, 2026 —
Join us for a joyful, community-centered drag experience featuring Miss Community Tacoma Melody MVP! The show celebrates connection, kindness, and joy—brought to life through the art of drag and designed to welcome audiences of all ages. Connection Cabaret is more than a performance; it’s an invitation to engage. Audiences are drawn into the music, stories, and... Read More
January 30, 2026 —
Music has the power to bridge generations and stir the soul Symphony Tacoma invites you to join us at Franke Tobey Jones for an afternoon of live chamber music featuring harp, viola, and flute that will delight and inspire. Wednesday, March 18th 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. FTJ Wellness Center Whether you are a lifelong fan of... Read More
January 30, 2026 —
With the combination of the rising cost of living and fixed incomes, many seniors are facing food insecurity. Approximately 47% of the participants at the Pt. Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center live below the poverty level. With its limited food bank, in 2025 the Senior Center distributed over 20,539 pounds of food to local seniors—a... Read More
December 14, 2025 —
Wednesday, December 17 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Bus departs from the Bistro at 10:00 a.m.) Pack your sense of adventure (and your appetite!) and join Senior University and the Holistic Wellness Program for a delicious escape across the Atlantic—no passport required! We’re heading to Marvel Food and Deli, a foodie favorite bursting with... Read More
November 6, 2025 —
Discover Parkside View Apartments at Our Upcoming Events Curious about what makes Parkside View Apartments such a special place to call home? Join us at one of our upcoming information sessions to learn more about this exciting new community designed for seniors who value luxury, comfort and connection. At each gathering, you’ll enjoy a warm... Read More
November 5, 2025 —
At Franke Tobey Jones Senior University Few things bring people together quite like the beat of a drum. Across cultures and centuries, drumming has been a way to communicate, celebrate, heal and connect. From the deep tones of African djembes and the resonant hum of frame drums to the lively pulse of Latin percussion, drums... Read More
October 31, 2025 —
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with a day of shopping, creativity and community spirit at the Franke Tobey Jones Holiday Market! Join us on Friday, November 7th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Wellness Center, located in the Lillian Pratt building at 5340 N. Bristol St., Tacoma, WA 98407. You’ll... Read More
October 7, 2025 —
Discover Parkside View Apartments at Our Upcoming Events Curious about what makes Parkside View Apartments such a special place to call home? Join us at one of our upcoming information sessions to learn more about this exciting new community designed for seniors who value luxury, comfort and connection. At each gathering, you’ll enjoy a warm... Read More
September 9, 2025 —
Discover Parkside View Apartments at Our Upcoming Events Curious about what makes Parkside View Apartments such a special place to call home? Join us at one of our upcoming information sessions to learn more about this exciting new community, designed for seniors who value luxury, comfort, and connection. At each gathering, you’ll enjoy a warm... Read More
August 1, 2025 —
Every Thursday Night in August, 6:30pm Get ready for a season of music, community and summertime fun! Franke Tobey Jones is thrilled to unveil our highly anticipated Summer Concert Series, taking place every Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m. in August on our scenic, 20-acre campus in Tacoma. These lively, outdoor concerts are open to the... Read More
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