April 2023

Celebrating Volunteers

This past week was National Volunteer Week and the perfect opportunity to thank our dedicated volunteers for their service to our residents and communities. We are so grateful that we've been able to resume most in-person volunteer activities, and a few are highlighted below. Volunteers are integral to the happiness and well-being of our elders and we could not provide the variety of meaningful activities and programs we do without them. And if you're a volunteer and haven't been by yet this month, one of our goody bags is waiting for you!

Volunteers make BINGO more fun!

So many ways for families to volunteer together!

Furry friends are some of our favorite volunteers!

We love our line dancing volunteers!

Volunteers are our backup singers!

The ladies love when volunteers do manis!

Congratulations!

A.G. Rhodes Cobb has once again earned "Best of Cobb" recognition for Best Nursing Home in Cobb County. This is a reflection of the quality of care we provide our elders and the dedication of our professional Care Partners. Thank you to everyone who voted for us!

See the latest issue of Cobb Life Magazine, which features A.G. Rhodes and all the "Best of Cobb" 2023 winners.

Legacy Celebrations Honor Long-Service Employees

We recently honored our newest Legacy Care Partners as they celebrate 20 years at A.G. Rhodes. They join a growing list of employees who have served our residents and communities for decades - from 20 to 40 years. Thank you to these outstanding Care Partners for your longtime commitment and compassionate care delivered at A.G. Rhodes!

The Reward of Doing What You Enjoy

Employee Spotlight: Farrah Jerome

Life in the activities department at A.G. Rhodes Wesley Woods keeps Activities Director Farrah Jerome on her toes—literally.

“The Activities Department is fun! The outings, the cooking, the dancing—even the knees hurting after you’ve danced the whole day.”

In her role, Farrah also coordinates volunteers. She says it’s been wonderful to safely welcome volunteers back into the home over the past few months.

“Volunteers play a major role in the lives of the elders."

Read more.

Apply Now: Generation Connect Service Camp for Teens

Do you know a teen who will be a rising 9th-12th grader this summer? Encourage them to apply for our Generation Connect Service Camp, a week-long camp, July 17-21 at A.G. Rhodes Atlanta in Grant Park. Offered in partnership with Pebbletossers—a youth development nonprofit—this fun and unique service opportunity promotes intergenerational relationships between high school students and A.G. Rhodes elders. We are so thrilled to bring this experience back after a COVID hiatus! (Pictures below from 2019.)

Only 10 applicants will be accepted so click here for more details and to apply now!

11Alive Features Resident's 102nd Birthday

A.G. Rhodes Atlanta resident Frances Thrasher—who is also the oldest member of Wheat Street Baptist Church—recently celebrated her 102nd birthday. Click here to see her birthday featured on 11Alive.com.

Become a Volunteer!

You might be surprised at all the important ways our volunteers impact our communities. Here are a few recent and more unique opportunities we're trying to fill:

Praise and worship
Assistance folding laundry
Bible study
Crocheting with residents

We also love when volunteers bring their own ideas and talents to us! Visit www.agrhodes.org/volunteer for more information and to fill out a volunteer application.

2021-2022 Annual Report

Our latest Annual Report is ready and available to view. Within these pages, you will find stories of resilience and progress and examples of our steadfast commitment to our mission and to an improved model of care.

Read the report.

Welcome to the Team!

We’re thrilled to welcome new Care Partners to the A.G. Rhodes family. See our staff updates.

Are you or someone you know interested in working at A.G. Rhodes? Check out our latest job openings and apply online today!

In Memory Of...

If you have a loved one who was an A.G. Rhodes elder who recently passed away, email us at communications@agrhodes.org if you would like to include his or her name and link to the obituary in the next issue.

For information on how you can help support our residents and staff, visit www.agrhodes.org/ways-to-help.

Follow the latest COVID-19 updates at www.agrhodes.org/coronavirus.

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