Sunshine & safety: tips for savoring summer at St. Clare Commons

SUMMER IS A TIME FOR CELEBRATION— longer days, blooming gardens, and the perfect excuse to indulge in a scoop (or two) of your favorite ice cream. At St. Clare Commons, we believe our residents should enjoy every golden ray the season offers—safely and comfortably.

No Greater Gift— Let life bloom through the gift of organ donation

THE SUN IS SHINING, the flowers are blooming, and the birds are chirping. It’s a beautiful day to celebrate the gift of life! Did you know that one person has the power to save up to eight lives through organ donation? It costs nothing. It means everything.

Ombudsman 101

IN 1965, THE OLDER AMERICANS ACT was signed into law. It required each state to have an Ombudsman program. It was also the beginning of Medicare and Medicaid. As public money became available for nursing home care, the industry started to grow with little oversight.

Gardens of St. Francis and Coy Elementary School make cross-generational connection

Memory Care residents at The Gardens of St. Francis, a member of CHI Living Communities located at 930 S.

Italian Bowl XLIV returning to America —tickets now on sale

LET US CLEAR ANY POSSIBLE CONFUSION: We are aware that many in Europe define football as the sport that American fans refer to as “soccer.

No Greater Gift— Sharing stories from the Green Chair about the power of organ donation

During April/National Donate Life Month, Life Connection of Ohio partnered with WTOL 11 for the 15th annual Donate Life Sit-in.

Faith, family, and renewal: celebrating Easter at Franciscan Care Center

AS THE EASTER SEASON APPROACHES, the spirit of renewal, hope, and faith shines brightly at Franciscan Care Center, a faith-based skilled-nursing facility dedicated to compassionate, holistic care.

Expecting excellence in long-term care: an ombudsman perspective

FROM APRIL 20 TO APRIL 26, volunteers nationwide will be celebrated. We thank the Ohio Ombudsman volunteers for contributing over 10,000 hours of service in 2024, visiting over 27,000 facility residents.