July is UV safety month
Eye care professionals are urging Americans to protect their eyes just as they pay attention to skin care Read more... |
Jennings to Host Exhibition of Senior Creativity
Nearly 1200 seniors are putting final touches on manuscripts, poems, paintings, and other works of art for an annual competition, hosted by Jennings. Read more... |
June is National Home Safety Month
Ask Americans where they feel safest, and most will say in their own homes. However, injuries at home result in nearly 21 million medical visits each year. Read more... |
Jennings Offers Senior Summer School
School has never been so much fun! oin us for interesting one-hour classes on a range of topics from butterflies to history to digital TV! Read more... |
May is Older Americans Month
Join Jennings in celebrating older adults in May, with the theme: Working Together for Strong, Healthy, and Supportive Communities Read more... |
Bishop Richard Lennon to speak at Jennings
Jennings is honored to host Bishop Lennon as the keynote speaker for its annual meeting of the Board of directors Read more... |
Jennings recognizes importance of Occupational Therapy in April
For millions of people, occupational therapy is a lifeline that helps people stay engaged in activities despite everyday challenges. Read more... |
Holding Hands Across the Generations
The special relationship between the young and old fosters greatly impacts the lives of both generations! Listen to Jennings staff talk with Dr. Susan Turben's radio show Read more... |
March is National Nutrition Month
Forget Myths, Folklore and Magic Bullets: American Dietetic Association Says the Best Approach to a Healthful Lifestyle Is the “Total Diet” Read more... |
Jennings readies land for new villa homes
The Jennings community has cleared land and is accepting reservations for the Holy Spirit Villas II development Read more... |
Tell Congress Not to Cut Aging Services Programs
This week President Bush submits a budget to Congress that would take $91 billion from Medicare and another $14 billion from Medicaid over the next five years. Read more... |
Know "The Heart Truth" in February
February is heart health awareness month. Read more... |
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month
More than four million people in the United States have glaucoma. Look to the future: get an eye exam to save your vision from glaucoma Read more... |
Order your NunBetter (r) Cookies today!
The heavenly aroma of "Nun Better" Cookies is once again drifting from the convent of the Sisters of the Holy Spirit. Order your cookies today! with this pdf file or by calling 216-581-2941. Read more... |
Jennings Shines with Distinctive Workplace Awards
Jennings Center for Older Adults is proud to be a NorthCoast 99 Employer of Choice and to have been recognized by AARP Read more... |
Join us for Harp and Flute New Year's Eve Concert
Ring in the new year afternoon with Jocelyn Chang and Michael Leese. Read more... |
Honor Pastoral Care Work during October 21-27
During Pastoral Care Week (October 21-27)Jennings takes the opportunity to recognize the spiritual caregivers in our midst and the ministry which the caregivers provide.
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Order your "Nun Better" cookies today!
The heavenly aroma of "Nun Better" Cookies is once again drifting from the convent of the Sisters of the Holy Spirit. Order your cookies today! with this pdf file or by calling 216-581-2941. Read more... |
Martha Kutik named AOPHA Chair-Elect
Jennings is proud to announce that President and
CEO Martha M. Kutik was named Chair-elect for
the Association of Ohio Philanthropic Homes,
Housing and Services for the Aging (AOPHA)
Board of Directors Read more... |
Free Consultations, Toolkit Help Ohioans Plan for Long-term Care
The Ohio Department of Aging hopes all Ohioans will take advantage of the long-term toolkit - and a couple of valuable free resources - to start, or build upon, a solid plan for the future. Read more... |
October 2007 is designated as Talk about Prescriptions Month
The National Council on Patient Information and Education dedicates October to highlight safe medication use to help improve medicine adherence and better health outcomes.
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Jennings Celebrates National Adult Day Services Week
Jennings Center for Older Adults will join in the national celebration of the 24rd Annual National Adult Day Services Week, Sept. 16 – 22, 2007, “Tell the Story of Caring.” Read more... |
Sacred Art of Living and Dying Program Blossoms in Cleveland Area
Since retiring from her position as Superior of the Sisters of the Holy Spirit, Sister Mary Assumpta has been working with the Sacred Art of Living and Dying Center to bring the programs to the Eastern United States Read more... |
September is Healthy Aging Month
Healthy Aging Month is an annual observance month designed to focus national attention on the positive aspects of growing older. Read more... |
August is Cataracts Awareness Month
Did you know that 20.5 million Americans age 40 and older have cataracts, one of the most curable causes of vision loss? This August, take some time to learn about the causes and treatment for cataracts. Read more... |
Jennings to Host AOPHA Resident Forum Art and Writing Show
Jennings Center for Older Adults is proud to host the regional competition on Thursday, June 21, 2007 to celebrate the creative talent of older adults throughout Northeast Ohio. Read more... |
Howard Bram inducted into the Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
Jennings congratulates board member Howard Bram on his induction into the Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame Read more... |
NunBetter Cookies available all year 'round!
Did you know that NunBetter(tm) Cookies are now available all year? Read more... |
Jennings featured on Channel 19's report of top nursing homes
Jennings Center for Older Adults is proud to be part of WOIO/Channel 19's May 2007 report of best nursing homes. See the full report at WOIO or Read more... |
May is Older Americans Month
Join Jennings Center for Older Adults during one our May events as we celebrate our role in supporting individuals who are 65 and older. The theme for Older Americans Month 2007 is “Older Americans: Making Choices for a Healthier Future.” Read more... |
Holding Hands Across the Generations
The special relationship between the young and old fosters greatly impacts the lives of both generations! Listen to Jennings staff talk with Dr. Susan Turben's radio show Read more... |
Spiritual caregivers recognized during Pastoral Care Week
“A joyful heart is good medicine”. Pastoral Care Week (October 22 - 28, 2006)recognizes the special ministry of spiritual caregivers. Read more... |
Martha Kutik affirmed for second year as AOPHA Vice Chair
Martha M. Kutik, President/CEO of Jennings Center for Older Adults, was affirmed for a second year as Vice CHair of the AOPHA Board of Directors. Read more... |
Massage therapy can have significant health benefits
The American Massage Therapy Association recognizes October 22-28 as massage therapy awareness week. Read more... |
Jennings Recognizes October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month educates women about the importance of early detection. More and more women are getting mammograms to detect breast cancer in its earliest stages. As a result, breast cancer deaths are on the decline. Read more... |
BE PINK with Jennings Center for Older Adults
Jennings Center for Older Adults invites you to learn more about breast cancer prevention on September 26, 2006 Read more... |
Jennings to Host Workforce Development Roundtable
Health care professionals are asked to be involved in the groundbreaking “Northeast Ohio Healthcare Roundtable on Workforce Development” Read more... |
Reigster today for "Back to School for Seniors"
Are you 65 or better? Now is your time to come to Jennings for some educational and fun classes! Read more... |
Gateway to Culture Concert series features Northeast Ohio
Percussionist Mell Csicsila
Join us for the exciting beats of Mell Csicsila's percussion as he performs for August's Gateway to Culture performance. Read more... |
Jocelyn Chang, Michael Leese to Perform Harp and Flute at Jennings
Preview the next Gateway to Culture Concert at Jennings on WCPN with a Harp and Flute performance by the mesmerizing duo of Jocelyn Chang, harp, and Michael Leese, flute. Listen to WCPN 90.3 "Around Noon" on Monday, July 17.
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Sisters of the Holy Spirit Announce Change in Leadership
The Sisters of the Holy Spirit in Garfield Heights are happy to announce the results of their April 21 elections for new Community leadership. The new General Superior of the Sisters of the Holy Spirit is Sister Patricia Raelene Peters, a native of Cleveland Read more... |
AAHSA President and CEO Larry Minnix to speak at Jennings Center for Older Adults
Jennings Center for Older Adults will host its 2006 Annual Meeting featuring keynote speaker, Dr. Larry Minnix. Read more... |
Jennings Center for Older Adults Celebrates 64 Years
Founder's Day Celebrations Honor Monsignor Gilbert Jennings: March 17th has been established as Founder's Day at Jennings to commemorate the beginning of our mission, which began with the dedication of the first Jennings Hall building on March 17, 1942. Read more... |
Jennings Center for Older Adults and National Association of Social Workers Celebrate National Social Work Month in March 2006
This year’s theme – Life’s Journey: Help Starts Here – focuses on how social workers help all people at every stage of life, while promoting dignity for everyone, especially the most vulnerable among us. Read more... |
March is Spiritual Wellness Month
Spiritual wellness is the combination of personal values and beliefs with the actions of our lives. Read more... |
Celebrate Black History Month
Jennings Center for Older Adults celebrates Black History Month with millions of Americans this February Read more... |
Jennings Medical Director Honored with Prestigious Award
Dr. James W. Campbell was honored with The Dr. Arnold L. Heller Memorial Award recognizing caring and dedication. Read more... |
Jennings Center for Older Adults President/CEO Kutik Elected Vice-Chair of AOPHA
Martha M. Kutik, President/CEO of Jennings Center for Older Adults in Garfield Heights, recently began her term as Vice-Chair of the AOPHA Board of Directors. Read more... |
Senior Gift Giving Made Easy
Whether you are shopping for a senior or you are a senior looking to give a perfect gift for the holidays, read on! Read more... |
Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage Begins Enrollment Period: November 15, 2005
The enrollment period has begun for the new Medicare Part D prescription plans. Individuals may enroll if they choose between today and May 15, 2006. Do you know all of the information to help you decide? Read more... |
Heavenly Aroma of Nun Better Cookies Returns
Do you smell the delicious aroma of cookies from the Sisters' new kitchen? Time to order your 'Nun Better' Cookies! Download the Nun Better Cookie Order Form (pdf) or call 216-581-2941 to order your "Nun Better" cookies for pick up or delivery.Don't miss your chance Read more... |
Sister Mary Assumpta celebrates 60th Birthday at Jacob's Field
Longtime Tribe fan Sister Mary Assumpta celebrated her 60th birthday at Jacob's Field on Wednesday, July 20. Seated in the mezzanine section with 500 friends and family members, the crowd watched the Indians take on the Kansas City Royals. Read more... |
Sister Mary Assumpta's Keynote Address to the Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors, Jennings Center for Older Adults
May 4, 2005 at 6:00 PM
Faith-based not-for-profit organizations such as Jennings Center for Older Adults have a moral obligation to be committed to their mission and to provide outstanding quality care to their constituents within the framework of their ministry. But there is a further moral obligation to be an influence for good in the community-at-large. Read more... |
