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The Wesley Community Employee Picnic

Wesley’s held our Annual Employee Family Picnic this week! This year’s theme was “Camp Wesley,” with summer camp fun for all. Employees and their families enjoyed barbecue, arts and crafts, a bounce house, fried dough, a petting zoo and more. The camp theme is carried throughout the week with fun activities for employees and residents […]

A large audience of seniors watching a classical music ensemble.

Decoda Performs at The Wesley Community

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The Affiliate Ensemble of Carnegie Hall Performs at The Wesley Community Decoda, the Affiliate Ensemble of Carnegie Hall, entertained Wesley residents with a diverse chamber music concert in Wesley’s Embury Cafe. Decoda is a collective of versatile artists dedicated to creating dynamic performances for social impact. Equal emphasis is put on artistry and engagement to […]

Saratoga 9 & Wine

Posted in Featured, General, Wesley CommunityTagged Fundraiser, The Wesley Foundation

Saratoga 9 & Wine fundraiser to benefit the Nursing Scholarship Fund at Wesley Health Care Center Thank you to sponsors and participants for their support of Saratoga 9 & Wine, which was held at McGregor Links Country Club on July 24th. Saratoga 9 & Wine is a fun, 9-hole scramble followed by a wine-tasting reception to […]

A multigenerational group posing in a large barn

Wesley Residents Take Part in ACTT Naturally at Long Shadows Farm

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Recently, Wesley Community residents, who are also military veterans, were joined by Wesley staff members for a visit to Long Shadows Farm in Cambridge, NY. The farm is the home of the non-profit equine therapy program ACTT Naturally. The mission of ACTT Naturally is to transition Thoroughbreds from racing to new productive careers using the […]

Automobile Model and Memorabilia Show

Posted in General, Wesley CommunityTagged activities, Wesley Health Care Center

A fun collection of vintage automobile models and memorabilia was displayed in the Health Care Center’s Resident Activities Room for residents to enjoy. The collection was provided by Wesley Alzheimer’s Engagement Coach, Carl Picioccio (left), and consists of many pieces that once belonged to his grandfather and father. Residents and staff enjoyed reminiscing and sharing […]

American flag display at the Wesley Memorial Garden.

Lions Club Flag Tour Honors Wesley Veterans

Posted in General, Wesley CommunityTagged Saratoga Lions, Veterans Day

In honor of our Military Veterans, volunteers from the Saratoga Springs Lions Club brought the Lions’ Freedom Flag Tour to The Wesley Community campus. The flags were placed at the Memorial Garden outside of the Victoria building for all to enjoy and were on-site until June 4th. In addition, the Saratoga Springs Lions Club jointly hosted, […]

YMCA Intergenerational Learning Center at Wesley’s Art Show

Posted in General, Wesley CommunityTagged activities, Saratoga YMCA Intergenerational Preschool Program, Woodlawn Commons

This spring, The Saratoga Regional YMCA’s Intergenerational Learning Center at Wesley paired preschool students and seniors for a dynamic, multimedia art project at Wesley’s Woodlawn Commons. Directed by artist Jackie Sweeney, the project entitled “Onomatopoeia Please! Seniors and Children, Symbols and Sounds Musically Converge in Poetry, Painting and Animal Themes” was a fun and creative […]

National Skilled Nursing Care Week

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National Skilled Nursing Care Week, formerly known as National Nursing Home Week, is observed in honor of the senior care centers that make a difference in the lives of many across the country. Skilled nursing centers work to provide the best care to seniors and provide them with a happy, safe, and healthy place to […]

JDRF ONe Walk finish line. Trres, sky and an inflatable arch to mark the finish.

Wesley Employees Participate in the JDRF OneWalk

Posted in General, Wesley CommunityTagged OneWalk, The Wesley Community, wesley culture

On Saturday May 11th, Wesley staff participated in the JDRF OneWalk in support of their great cause! JDRF* is a leading research organization making great advancements in diabetes research as they strive to find a cure for Type 1 Diabetes. The Wesley Community was proud to be one of this year’s OneWalk sponsors. Thank you to […]

The Wesley Community Celebrates National Nurses Week

Posted in General, Wesley CommunityTagged National Nurses Week

May 6-12 is National Nurses Week, where nurses are recognized for their hard work and positive contribution to healthcare. Nurse’s Week is a time where we can reflect on the many reasons why we value the care nurses provide as well as thank those nurses who have helped us. Nurses work to provide each patient […]