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How to Choose the Right Memory Care Community February 20, 2025

Perhaps no form of care requires more patience, compassion or skill than caring for those living with memory loss. Finding the right memory care community and home away from home with a new family is essential in helping ensure a life of purpose and fulfillment for your loved one. First, you’ll need to find a... Read More

Holistic Wellness at Franke Tobey Jones: A Comprehensive Approach to Wellbeing February 18, 2025

In 2022, Franke Tobey Jones introduced an innovative program designed to bring greater awareness to the concept of Holistic Wellness. This dynamic program is the first of its kind in senior living in the Puget Sound. The forward-thinking initiative addresses the body as a whole, focusing on the interconnectedness of physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and... Read More

Franke Tobey Jones is Expanding! February 13, 2025

We are excited to announce that more independent living apartments will be added to our beautiful campus. The first of three phases will add approximately 60 independent living apartments (similar to the current FTJ Bristol View apartments), new dining venues, a bar and additional wellness/fitness space. Views will be spectacular!  The construction is expected to... Read More

America’s Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities 2025 February 11, 2025

Franke Tobey Jones Ranks Third in Washington State! For the second consecutive year, Newsweek and global data research firm Statista have partnered to rank America’s Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities in 2025. They recognized the leading 300 CCRCs in the United States.  Their goal is to help seniors and their loved ones to find the... Read More

Franke Tobey Jones Time Capsule Ceremony February 6, 2025

Here’s to the Next Century! On January 29, 2025, on a beautiful sunny day in Tacoma, WA, Franke Tobey Jones ceremoniously buried its Centennial Time Capsule. Containing photographs, stories, artifacts and files, the capsule preserves a snapshot of 2024, serving as a bridge between generations. More than a symbolic burial, this event was a celebration... Read More

Featured Apartment of the Month Garden Apartment #A07 Independent Living February 4, 2025

This 638 square foot, one bedroom apartment features a lovely fireplace and patio! The monthly rent of $4,660 ($75K Entrance Fee) includes: Continental breakfast three days a week Happy Hour every Thursday Housekeeping twice monthly Activities and fitness classes, fitness machines and personal trainers FTJ Senior University Transportation In-apartment stackable washer and dryer Fire, burglary,... Read More

Point Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center February Highlights February 3, 2025

Cancer and Older Adults Matt Santelli with Pierce County Aging & Disability Resources will discuss breast and prostate cancer awareness Monday, February 3, at 1 p.m. AARP Tax-Aide Volunteer tax preparers are on site offering free assistance Fridays and Saturdays through Tax Day. Appointments are required and can be scheduled by calling (253) 756-0601. Avoiding... Read More

Senior University February Class Highlights February 3, 2025

You must RSVP with Jana Wennstrom to attend these classes.  jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com or 253-756-6219 Thursday, February 6 History of Space Exploration This lecture will be a discussion of the Cold War and the Space Race to the Moon. Relive the excitement of sending humans into space while the tension of being first to the Moon ahead... Read More

Holistic Wellness February Class Highlights February 3, 2025

LOVE and other 4 letter words Thursday, February 13 2pm FTJ Wellness Center “Where there is love there is life.” Mahatma Gandhi Discover the healing power of love. We’ll learn why our heart is our source of intelligence and inner guidance that can empower us to navigate life, improve our overall well-being, and align with... Read More

FTJ Senior University February Class Sneak preview January 27, 2025

History of Space Exploration* This lecture will be a discussion of the Cold War and the Space Race to the Moon. Relive the excitement of sending humans into space while the tension of being first to the Moon ahead of Russia dominates. The International Space Station and the Space Shuttle program bring new beginnings.  Thursday,... Read More

Memory Care #13 and #24 January 21, 2025

Our Memory Care is new and beautiful!  Memory Care #13 is a private suite with a private bath. $7,175/month (no buy in). Memory Care #24 is a private suite with a shared bath with one other suite. $5,660/month (no buy in). FTJ Memory Care specializes in seniors with Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia. Our unique approach... Read More

What Types of Senior Living Communities Are There? And, Where Do I Fit In? January 16, 2025

When considering moving to a senior living community people have many questions.  One of the big questions is “What types of senior living communities are available and where do I fit in?” There are many types of senior communities.  Franke Tobey Jones is a CCRC which stand for Continuing Care Retirement Community.  CCRCs include all... Read More
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