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JGS Lifecare celebrated its 2026 Annual Community Meeting on Thursday, October 29, at the Leavitt Family Jewish Home, welcoming more than 100 supporters for an evening honoring the dedicated volunteers…

Delila Jones, Life Enrichment Director at Ruth’s House, was recently recognized as a Healthcare Hero in BusinessWest. Get to know Delila as she shares how she began her career, what…

Nursing Homes Can Provide Quality, Creative Care. Here’s One By Howard Gleckman [Photo by Stan Grossfeld of Patrick O’Brien] The nursing home business is tough. Few want to live in…

At JGS Lifecare, person-centered care begins with a simple but important commitment: we take the time to truly know the people in our care. We learn about their lives, their…

To Our JGS Lifecare Family, As we approach Yom Kippur, I want to take a moment to wish our entire JGS Lifecare community a very happy and healthy New Year….

Director of Nursing at JGS Lifecare’s Nursing Home For Stephen Wagner, RN, BSN, caring for others has always come naturally. But his path to nursing leadership took a few unexpected…

We want to hear from you! Our annual Resident Satisfaction Survey is an important opportunity for residents and families to share their experiences, celebrate what we’re doing well, and let…

JGS Lifecare held its 45th Annual Frankel-Kinsler Classic Day of Tournaments at Twin Hills Country Club in Longmeadow, on Monday, August 31st. Over 200 people participated in golf, pickleball, card-playing…

Legacy Lifecare VNA & Hospice West has received the prestigious Hospice Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) Honors Award for the fourth consecutive year. The annual recognition honors…

For 90-year-old Connie Pajak, there’s no better surprise than seeing her son, musician Tim Ceccehetelli, walk through the door of her skilled nursing residence with his guitar. This summer, Tim…

At JGS Lifecare, we believe fresh, healthy food can bring people together. This summer, Chef Charlie and Chef Adam came up with a fun new idea: take the residents of…

Finding the right assisted living community for your loved one is an important decision. With so many options available, it can feel overwhelming to know where to begin. The goal…