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 […]
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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 […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Wesley Foundation Board Members joined Wesley Health Care Center residents for Earth Day crafts in the Resident Activities Room. Together they made terrariums and other Earth-themed items for residents to bring back to their rooms and enjoy. Thank you to The Foundation Board Members for all they do for our community! Wesley Foundation Board Member, […]
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Thank You to The Wesley Community’s Generous Volunteers! As National Volunteer week is upon us, The Wesley Community would like to thank our many volunteers, as well as share ways that you can volunteer and make a difference in our resident’s lives. Volunteers are an important part of fulfilling our mission at The Wesley Community. […]
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On the first Thursday of each month, vendors from the Saratoga Farmers’ Market will join Wesley for a monthly Farmers’ Market in Embury Cafe. March 7th marked the first of the markets and it was a great success! Residents and staff enjoyed the convenience of shopping for local foods and products right here on The Wesley […]
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