December 22, 2023 —
In December the Health Care Providers Council (HCPC) of Pierce County presented a $1200.00 check to our Ruston-Point-Defiance Senior Center and the same amount to 18 other Senior Centers in Pierce County, including Lighthouse and Beacon Senior Centers which FTJ operates. The monies raised from the 2023 HCPC’s Parkinson’s Conference, Alzheimer’s Conference, All-Star Caregiver Awards... Read More
December 21, 2023 —
Festive music and joyous spirits were in abundance last week at the Pt. Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center when they hosted their annual holiday party. Over 70 people were in attendance and with much gratitude to an anonymous donor, everyone enjoyed a complimentary delicious ham lunch accompanied with apple pie and ice cream and served... Read More
December 14, 2023 —
Celebrate Seniority offers two free programs that can assist seniors who are feeling isolated and lonely. MultiCare Celebrate Seniority is offering a program called “Help For Isolated Seniors.” Contact for this program is included on the flier. Below is more information about the program. I will also attach the application forms. The Senior Friend Program... Read More
December 12, 2023 —
We want to extend our congratulations to another scholarship recipient, Hannah Gitonga, an FTJ team member who is currently a CNA and pursuing her nursing degree at the University of Washington! Hannah is a mother of three children, a 4.0 student, and this is her 2nd well-deserved award to assist with tuition. As she said,... Read More
December 7, 2023 —
National Opinion Research Center Older adults have heightened vulnerability to illness and impaired mobility prior to, and just after, entering a senior housing and care property, new research shows, but frailty levels then quickly plateau and ultimately decline. The research was conducted by NORC (National Opinion Research Center) at the University of Chicago, funded through... Read More
December 4, 2023 —
When visiting your aging parents over the holidays, you may notice: One or both have lost weight. Expired or rotting food in their refrigerator. Cooked food in the oven that was never eaten. Unkept either inside or out…or both. Expired medications or they are not taking their medications. They are having a hard time keeping... Read More
November 1, 2023 —
The Employee Scholarship Committee unanimously voted to approve the application of three outstanding Franke Tobey Jones employees. With the help of these funds Heidi White, Patricia Moore, and Vivienne Campbell will be able to enroll in a Coach Training course that will not only benefit our beloved memory care residents but will allow them to... Read More
November 1, 2023 —
Franke Tobey Jones is pleased to announce our new rehabilitation and wellness program called AgeSTRONG by Consonus Rehab. We are committed to ensuring residents have access to the best services to achieve and maintain their highest levels of health, wellness, and fitness. AgeSTRONG is taking the place of Infinity Rehab as our therapy provider. This... Read More
October 6, 2023 —
Each year the Health Care Providers Council of Pierce County recognizes the outstanding care givers in Pierce County. This year there were 144 nominees, and 16 winners were chosen from a committee of HCPC members. Nominations came from Adult Family Homes, other Senior Living Communities and from those receiving care from in-home care providers. This... Read More
October 6, 2023 —
When considering moving to senior living most people have many questions. What are the different types of senior living communities? There are four main types of senior living communities: Independent living: This is the most active and independent level of care, in fact, there is rarely care involved. Residents typically live in their own apartments... Read More
October 6, 2023 —
Congratulations to Hannah Gitonga, an FTJ team member who is currently a CNA and pursuing her nursing degree at the University of Washington! Hannah is a 4.0 student, and this is her 2nd well-deserved award to assist with tuition. Commented Employee Scholarship Committee member Nancy Cook, “We are honored to have the privilege to support... Read More
August 30, 2023 —
During the last year we have been extremely busy, and the number of people on our priority wait list continues to grow. If you are interested in Independent Living with a move time frame of approximately five years from now, it would be a good idea to get on our wait list now. If you... Read More
August 30, 2023 —
The ability to drive safely can vary greatly from person to person and is not solely determined by age. While some seniors may still be capable of driving safely, others may face certain age-related challenges that could affect their driving abilities. As people age, physical and cognitive changes may occur, potentially impacting their driving skills. ... Read More
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