October 2, 2024 —
Below are just class highlights. Click on any of the three website links below for full calendars and lunch menus. POINT DEFIANCE ~ RUSTON SENIOR CENTER 4716 N. Baltimore Street, Tacoma, 253-756-0601 https://www.franketobeyjones.com/pt-defiance-ruston-senior-center/about/ Understanding Medicare with Laura Humphrey Wednesday, October 2, at 9:00 a.m. Nose Work for Dogs with Kathy Weaver This is a small... Read More
September 13, 2024 —
Health Care Providers of Pierce County and Pierce County Human Services will be hosting their annual Alzheimer’s Conference on Saturday, September 21st at Rainier View Christian Church in Parkland. This annual conference is a treasure trove of wonderful advice for care givers of any nature. From care professionals to family members of a loved one... Read More
September 11, 2024 —
Tacoma and Gig Harbor Compare the possibilities at seven senior communities on September 18 and 25, 2024 Are you thinking about moving into a retirement community but just don’t know where to start looking or even what questions to ask? If so, then the Senior Living Community Tours in Tacoma might be just the thing... Read More
September 4, 2024 —
Bishop Lemuel H. Wells (1841-1936) – Once the Commander of the Bodyguard for General US Grant Throughout the year, we have been sharing information about many of the people who were instrumental in the vision, financing, and operation of the Franke Tobey Jones retirement home in Tacoma, WA, in the early days. Here is a... Read More
August 5, 2024 —
We are pleased to announce our 2024 Summer Concert Line Up and want to thank a generous resident donor who is, once again, making these possible. All concerts will be held at 6:30pm in front of our Care Center, are free to the public and will last about an hour. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic... Read More
July 18, 2024 —
We are pleased to announce our 2024 Summer Concert Line Up and want to thank a generous resident donor who is, once again, making these possible. All concerts will be held at 6:30pm in front of our Care Center, are free to the public and will last about an hour. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic... Read More
July 11, 2024 —
Health Care Providers of Pierce County and Pierce County Human Services will be hosting their annual Alzheimer’s Conference on Saturday, September 21st at Rainier View Christian Church in Parkland. This annual conference is a treasure trove of wonderful advice for care givers of any nature…from care professionals to family members of a loved one with... Read More
June 25, 2024 —
We are pleased to announce our 2024 Summer Concert Line Up and want to thank a generous resident donor who is, once again, making these possible. All concerts will be held at 6:30pm in front of our Care Center, are free to the public and will last about an hour. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic... Read More
June 24, 2024 —
Pt. Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center Taco Lunch Fundraiser Friday, May 17, 2024 When Kate Gray and Ron Yaden at the Pt. Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center decided to hold a taco lunch to raise money for the Senior Center, it became the perfect opportunity for Franke Tobey Jones residents and team members to get... Read More
June 20, 2024 —
Spring Tea is a long-standing tradition at Franke Tobey Jones. Starting in the 1920s, it’s been held annually on May 22nd to celebrate Mrs. Jones’ birthday, nearly always in the Tobey Jones Solarium. Until about the early 1970s, the Franke Tobey Jones Circles planned and hosted the Tea, often as a benefit for the Home.... Read More
May 22, 2024 —
Spring Tea, a beloved and anticipated annual Franke Tobey Jones celebration since 1922, is hosted for the residents in honor of Mrs. Franke Tobey Jones’ birthday, May 22nd. This year will be an extra special occasion that will kick off our three-month Centennial celebration. Since 1925, the Tea has been hosted in the Tobey Jones... Read More
May 21, 2024 —
In honor of Mrs. Franke Tobey Jones’ birthday and her many contributions to the City of Tacoma, especially the Franke Tobey Jones senior living, Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards has declared May 22, 2024 Franke Tobey Jones Day in the City of Tacoma. We would like to thank the City of Tacoma for this great honor! ... Read More
April 4, 2024 —
American Parkinson Disease Association and the Pierce County Health Care Providers Council are teaming up for this one-day event. Spend the day with a slate of local Parkinson’s disease experts. This conference is focused on health, wellness, movement and research. It is a day designed to educate, inspire and empower those impacted by Parkinson’s disease.... Read More
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