February 7, 2023 —
Philanthropy’s goal for the third annual event to benefit low-income local seniors with care packages (which include three cans of soup, crackers, and Valentine’s Day candy) is a little more ambitious than previous years. Last year, our goal was 45 Souper Bowl care packages, and we were able to provide 50! This year, our goal... Read More
January 5, 2023 —
Once a month we will gather to create D.I.Y Natural Products. The great thing about D.I.Y natural products are the fact that you can: Save money Learn what really works best for you Avoid potentially harmful chemicals Get those creative juices flowing Plus, they make great gifts! The first D.I.Y class will be held January... Read More
January 5, 2023 —
With much gratitude, this heartfelt project with spectacular team support continues to grow and gain yardage for the Pt. Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center! We hope you will join us in providing a few warm meals for some well-deserving seniors who need a little extra help. Team Huddle: To fill 75 bags each with 3... Read More
January 5, 2023 —
FTJ is sponsoring the Movie “The Upside” at the Grand Theater on Saturday, February 11 at 10am and is free to seniors. This film is part of the Grand’s Overcoming Adversity film series which is running for several months. The Upside is a 2017 American comedy-drama film, a remake of the French 2011 film The... Read More
January 5, 2023 —
The Point Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center is in the planning stages of offering a trip to Ireland for September 2-11, 2023. Trip highlights include Dublin, Irish Evening, Waterford, Blarney Castle, Killarney, Jaunting Car Ride, Ring of Kerry, Farm Visit, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Castle Stay. If you are interested in finding out... Read More
December 9, 2022 —
Offering Full Array of Fun and Engaging Activities We are offering a full array of fun and engaging activities. Especially during these cold and dark winter months, come join us for fun and friendship. We are offering all these activities and more: Wii bowling, card making, computer classes, a grief group, a book club, Mexican... Read More
October 4, 2022 —
Mondays at 1:00 pm in the FTJ Wellness/Fitness Center Besides being just plain fun, line dancing has some amazing benefits for your health and wellness. Studies have shown that participating in line dancing classes may help reduce the risk of falls as you learn to harmonize the senses and spatial awareness of the hands, eyes,... Read More
October 4, 2022 —
The Point Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center is in the process of finalizing a trip to Mackinac Island. The anticipated departure date is the 2nd or 3rd week of May 2023. This 9 day trip will include 12 meals. Starting in Chicago with a tour of the city, it will then travel to Grand Rapids... Read More
September 9, 2022 —
Annual Pierce County Alzheimer’s Conference Health Care Providers of Pierce County and Pierce County Human Services will be hosting their annual Alzheimer’s Conference on Saturday, October 1st at Rainier View Christian Church in Tacoma. This annual conference is a treasure trove of wonderful advice for care givers of any nature…from care professionals to family members... Read More
December 9, 2021 —
FTJ Senior University will be hosting this wonderful Great Courses Class titled Food: A Cultural Culinary History. Award-winning Professor Ken Albala of the University of the Pacific puts this extraordinary subject on the table, taking you on an enthralling journey into the human relationship to food. With this innovative course, you’ll travel the world discovering... Read More
October 11, 2021 —
We are thrilled that we have been able to offer the flu vaccine to both our residents and staff. We have also secured a vendor to come to Franke Tobey Jones on October 27 to provide the COVID booster to all residents and staff that would like to receive it. . In October, in partnership... Read More
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