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Hugging Senior Couple In Room Looking at Moving Boxes on the Floor.

How to Talk About Moving to a Retirement Home: ‘It’s a Journey’

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Having a conversation about moving — whether it’s with a relative, even a spouse — brings up lots of anxiety. Here’s how to go about it. By Peter Finch and featured in The NY Times. April 27, 2018 Dawn and John Strumsky agree about most things, a tendency that has served them well in 45 years […]

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Silent Wings presentation at Saratoga Senior Center.

Silent Wings: Birds of Prey – Saratoga Senior Center

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On Friday, May 4th, The Wildlife Institute of Eastern NY visited the Saratoga Senior Center with three raptors they have taken in for rehabilitation. Attendees enjoyed an informative discussion about the unique behavior of owls, falcons and other birds of prey, the conservation issues that impact them, and the human impact on species survival. It […]

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She Called Him Raymond, by Ray O'Conor.

The Erwine L. Levine Event Series Presents: “She Called Him Raymond” by Ray O’Conor

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On May first, author Ray O’Conor joined Wesley residents in Embury Café to discuss the writing of his new book, “She Called Him Raymond.” In his presentation, Mr. O’Conor provided a glimpse into the true story of two ordinary people who led extraordinary lives during the most tumultuous period in history. He shared the story […]

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Adirondack Trust Company presenting a check to The Wesley Community.

The Wesley Foundation to Celebrate “An Evening In Spain” at Annual Gala

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*Please see attached photo.* Atc-Wesley-Check: The Adirondack Trust Company recently presented a $10,500 donation to The Wesley Foundation in support of its 2018 special events. The Adirondack Trust Company is the presenting sponsor of this year’s gala. Pictured from left: Raymond Martin, President of The Wesley Foundation Board of Directors; Greg Dixon, Executive Director of […]

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Siena students visit The Wesley Community

Siena Visits Wesley

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Photos: SienaVisitsWesley1- Siena women’s lacrosse player Diana Bradbury laughs with Woodlawn Commons resident Connie Bassani during an ice cream social at The Wesley Community in Saratoga Springs, NY on Friday, April 20. SienaVisitsWesley2- Woodlawn Commons resident Lee Nelson visits with Siena women’s lacrosse player Annie Brennan during a special visit at The Wesley Community on […]

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Female ophthalmic doctor check eyes to elderly man in eye clinic

Improve Your Eye Health by Simply Getting Outside

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Research shows outdoor activities are good for your eyes By VSP Vision Care March 26, 2018 We all know exercise is good for our bodies and minds, but did you know simply getting outside exercises your eyes and improves your overall eye health, too? That’s right. Studies suggest increased use of computers and other screens limit […]

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Woodlawn Commons Commercial.

The Most Recent Commercial for Woodlawn Commons

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View the latest commercial for The Wesley Community’s Woodlawn Commons. Woodlawn Commons features independent and enriched living apartments in the heart of Saratoga Springs, NY. If you’ve decided to make the move to a more carefree lifestyle, but still want the comforts of home in a friendly community, come and see what Woodlawn Commons has […]

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