Press Release ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Friendly Senior Living, a Rochester-based nonprofit provider of senior living and care services, today announced the appointment of Laurie Phelps as Vice President of Human Resources, further strengthening the organization’s commitment to its workforce and the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care. Role and Responsibilities In this role, Phelps will lead […]
Read MoreRochester, NY — The Friendly Home, located at 3156 East Avenue in Rochester, NY, proudly presents Nature’s Splendor, a rotating art exhibit by local artist Laura Davis. The exhibit runs from January 1 through March 31, 2026. Nature’s Splendor showcases a collection of oil paintings inspired by nature, architecture, and scenes from Europe and the […]
Read MoreNews Release Rochester, NY – Leadership Transition at Friendly Senior Living Friendly Senior Living today announced that Mary Anne Detmer, Vice President of Human Resources, will retire from her role following a distinguished period of service marked by steady leadership, deep compassion, and an unwavering commitment to the organization’s mission. Commitment to Culture and Values […]
Read MoreBRIGHTON, N.Y. — The Friendly Home has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for Long-Term Care for 2026 by U.S. News & World Report, the highest possible rating in the category. This designation places the Friendly Home among the nation’s top-performing long-term care providers, reflecting superior results in staffing, resident experience, clinical outcomes, and […]
Read MoreAbout the Pittsford Art Group The Pittsford Art Group is a vibrant local community of artists in the Rochester, NY area. Members showcase a variety of artwork, including paintings, sculpture, and mixed media, and participate in juried shows throughout the year. The group fosters creativity and provides opportunities for artists of all levels to display […]
Read MoreROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Friendly Home proudly announced that Kim Interlicchia, LPN, has been recognized with the 2025 LeadingAge New York Employee of Distinction Award, honoring her exceptional dedication, compassion, and excellence in serving older adults. The award was presented during a special ceremony held on October 21 in the Friendly Home Auditorium. Interlicchia, who […]
Read MoreBrighton, N.Y. — The Friendly Home has once again been recognized among the nation’s top senior care providers. For the seventh consecutive year, Friendly Home has been named one of America’s Best Nursing Homes by Newsweek and Statista. In the 2026 rankings, Friendly Home earned the #6 spot in New York State, placing it among […]
Read MoreFriendly Senior Living is pleased to announce plans to purchase Maplewood Nursing Home in Webster, New York. “We embrace the opportunity to acquire Maplewood, which is so well-known and highly regarded for providing top-notch care and services for nearly 80 years,” says Glen Cooper, President & CEO of Friendly Senior Living. “Our two organizations share […]
Read MoreBrighton, N.Y. — Friendly Senior Living is pleased to announce that Cloverwood has been recognized for “Best Independent Living 2025” and Glenmere has been recognized for “Best Memory Care 2025” by U.S. News & World Report. Now in its fourth year, the 2025 Best Senior Living ratings from U.S. News evaluated more than 3,800 communities […]
Read MoreBrighton, NY, March 17, 2025 — Rochester Business Journal has selected Mary Anne Detmer, Friendly Senior Living’s Vice President of Human Resources, as a 2025 Women of Excellence honoree. The Women of Excellence awards recognize high-achieving women for their career accomplishments including professional experience, community involvement, leadership and sustained commitment to mentoring. “Mary Anne is […]
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