Jewish Home earns ‘Great Place to Work®’ certification for seventh consecutive year
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Jewish Home has been certified as a Great Place to Work® for the seventh consecutive year — a reflection of the strong, inclusive workplace culture cultivated by Jewish Home, which values growth, innovation, and a shared commitment to the well-being of both employees and those they serve. This national recognition is awarded by […]
The Summit Celebrates Second Annual Neil H. Fisher Employee Recognition Awards
(August 20, 2026 – Rochester, NY) Recently, The Summit celebrated the 2026 Neil H. Fisher Summit Employee Recognition Awards! This year marks the second year of the awards, which were established in 2024 in honor of Neil H. Fisher’s parents, Donald M. Fisher and Estelle K. Fisher. The awards were created to spotlight the incredible […]
Jewish Home introduces Living Well Connections — proactive care coordination that helps older adults remain in their homes longer
Membership program is the first of its kind in New York state ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Jewish Home has announced the launch of Living Well Connections, a proactive care coordination program designed to help older adults manage their healthcare needs and, ultimately, remain independent and in their homes longer. Proactive planning to navigate life’s challenges is […]
LeadingAge New York Honors Jewish Home’s Christine Stallworth with Employee of Distinction Award
Rochester N.Y. (August 13, 2026) — LeadingAge New York is recognizing Christine Stallworth, Nursing Retention Specialist at Jewish Home, with its prestigious Employee of Distinction Award during a special ceremony celebrating her outstanding commitment to supporting colleagues, strengthening the workforce and enhancing the quality of care for older adults. The Employee of Distinction Award recognizes […]
Older New Yorkers face unique housing challenges while riding the ‘silver tsunami’
Spectrum News: According to the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), 90% of older adults would prefer to stay in their own homes as they age. Living independently and filling a need is why Jewish Home built Lilac Grove, 90-unit independent living apartments. Reporter Seth Voorhees met with Lilac Grove resident Maurice, Tessa Valpanado, Lilac […]
Jewish Home Celebrates 2025–2026 Project SEARCH® Interns
Rochester, NY- Recently, we celebrated six interns who completed Jewish Home’s Project SEARCH® program. In partnership with Heritage Christian Services, Jewish Home is proud to serve as the business partner for Project SEARCH®, a nationally recognized employment training program that prepares young adults with disabilities for meaningful, competitive employment. Through immersive, real-world job experience and […]
‘Jewish Home At Home’ marketing campaign launches across broadcast and online platforms
Expanded at-home services empower and support older adults and their independence ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Jewish Home has launched the “Jewish Home At Home” marketing campaign, which promotes at-home support services for older adults — fostering independence and the ability to remain in their homes. “For those who choose to stay in their homes, Jewish Home is here […]
Jewish Home Honors Exceptional Caregivers at Second Annual Shirley and Morris Carr Employee Recognition Awards
July 8, 2026 – Jewish Home proudly recognized outstanding staff members during the second annual Shirley and Morris Carr Employee Recognition Awards ceremony. Established on December 13, 2024, through a partnership between longtime Brighton residents Jerry and Toni Carr and the Jewish Home Foundation, the awards honor the memory of Jerry’s parents, Shirley I. Carr […]
Rochester Business Journal: Senior living providers in Rochester address workforce shortages amid aging population
The Rochester Business Journal recently spoke with Michael S. King, president and CEO and Christine Van Vessem, senior vice president of human resources and quality at Jewish Home, and other leaders at local senior healthcare organizations about the creative approaches they’re taking to recruit, support and retain employees. Read the full article here.
Jewish Home and Jewish Home Foundation welcome new board members and board officers
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Jewish Home and Jewish Home Foundation welcome new members to the boards of directors and announce elected board officers. Both volunteer boards serve in support of Jewish Home and its mission to enhance the quality of life, health, and well-being of older adults, as well as their families and others in the […]