May 7, 2024 —
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month (OAM). The 2024 theme is Powered by Connection, which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections have on our health and well-being. Connectedness plays a vital role in supporting independence and aging in place by combatting isolation, loneliness... Read More
April 23, 2024 —
What do Star Wars creator George Lucas, Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps and diesel mechanic and AgeSTRONG to Home client Doug Hinkle have in common? They’ve all experienced The Force –– the back-to-life breakthroughs that come from working with an occupational therapist after a physical or mental set-back. What is Occupational Therapy? Occupational therapy is a... Read More
April 18, 2024 —
Five of our residents (Pamela Baker, Cora Bock, Lynn Brown, Shelby Clayson, and Elaine Stafford) shared a recent travel experience with their fellow residents by putting together a PowerPoint presentation featuring pictures and video footage of their journey to the Arctic Circle. The event was held in the Bristol View Bowditch Room and had a... Read More
April 15, 2024 —
In 1923, Mrs. Franke Tobey Jones donated $150,000 and four acres of land where a rest-home could be built for persons over the age of 65 to live out the “sunset of their lives.” With the help of the Philanthropic Education Organization (PEO), and other philanthropic committees known as “Circles,” the money was raised to... Read More
April 10, 2024 —
As we celebrate our Centennial this year, here are a few facts about 1924. In 1924, the world witnessed significant historical events and cultural developments. The year marked the beginning of a new era in American politics with the election of Calvin Coolidge as the 30th President of the United States, who would go on... Read More
April 1, 2024 —
For more information on any of these classes or to RSVP please contact Sarah Doerner at 253-756-6387 or sdoerner@franketobeyjones.com Recompose, A Sustainable End Of Life Choice Friday, April 5, 2024 2pm Wellness Center While in architecture school in 2011, Recompose founder Katrina Spade began thinking about updating contemporary death care practices with a sustainable alternative,... Read More
March 25, 2024 —
As part of FTJ’s ongoing partnership with the University of Puget Sound, recently UPS Doctoral Physical Therapy students came on-campus to offer Functional Gait Assessments to FTJ’s Wellness Participants. This was a series of walking tasks that identified gait impairments that could increase the risk of falls. Afterwards, participants had the opportunity to discuss their... Read More
March 22, 2024 —
You usually hear them before you see them. Those walking-sunshine-kind-of-people who step into a room and boom! The decibel level shoots up with laughter and joy. Dee is one of those people. The 68-year-old Oregon woman– with her beautifully freckled face, auburn hair and wide, toothy smile – is aging strong with a superpower she... Read More
March 20, 2024 —
As we continue to gear up for our Centennial celebrations, here are some fun facts about Tacoma in 1924: 1924 WA State Population: 1,467,000 (2024 = 7,951,150) 1924 Tacoma Population: 96,965 (2024 = 217,872) 19-year-old Ben Cheney moves to Tacoma and takes a stenographer job with a local lumber company. In 1936, he would start... Read More
March 11, 2024 —
A truly great caregiver gives dignity to others, going above and beyond to contribute to their quality of life. Healthcare Providers Council of Pierce County is once again seeking nominations for outstanding caregivers. They want to pay tribute to the front-line caregivers in our community who provide compassionate care and give so much of themselves... Read More
February 20, 2024 —
Check out these popular blogs with topics ranging from Memory Care to the End-of-Life Doula Program to the Tacoma Senior Living Tour What’s the Difference Between A Companion and a Care Giver? What’s the Difference Between Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing? Montessori-Inspired Memory Care Programming Tacoma Ranked One of the Top Five Best... Read More
February 13, 2024 —
Individuals dealing with dementia often display inappropriate or unpleasant behaviors as part of their illness. In general, it is helpful to identify the causes of problem behaviors so that triggers and be avoided and the reaction averted. Observe the body language and try to figure out what the person is trying to communicate non-verbally. What... Read More
February 8, 2024 —
1st Ever Writing Contest for Seniors 55+ In celebration of the Franke Tobey Jones Centennial this year, we are proud to announce the first ever Pacific Northwest Senior Writer’s Showcase as part of Franke Tobey Jones Senior University. For details click here. Entries can be in the form of a story, poem or essay and... Read More
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