Julia Ribaudo Extended Care Center

02/02/2026

Happy Groundhog Day! Were you hoping for spring or 6 more weeks of winter?

Here are some Groundhog Day facts to celebrate:
• Groundhog Day is halfway between the winter solstice and the spring equinox
• Groundhogs can grow up to 25 inches and live up to 10 years in captivity
• Punxsutawney Phil is the name of the groundhog that determines the fate of the weather

02/02/2026

National Hot Chocolate Day is on 1/31/26- we celebrated on 1/30 with Hot chocolate and marshmallows for staff! Hopefully it helped take the chill out of this cold winter day.

02/01/2026

Today marks the beginning of Black History Month. We honor and celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black individuals throughout history, while recognizing their lasting impact on our communities and our world. Happy Black History Month!

01/31/2026

Happy National Hot Chocolate Day!☕ Do you like your hot cocoa with marshmallows or whipped cream?

01/31/2026

Saber Healthcare Group recently expanded their leadership team by hiring Zach Shamberg as the Chief of Government Affairs. Get to know Zach in the latest interview:

Here at Saber Healthcare Group, we’ve recently expanded our leadership team to include a position that will advocate for the residents we serve through public policy. We recently welcomed Zach Shamberg as Saber Healthcare Group’s Chief of Government Affairs. Get to know Shamberg and the amazing ...

01/29/2026

Happy National Puzzle Day! What is the biggest puzzle you've completed?🧩

01/28/2026

Happy National Blueberry Pancake Day! What is your favorite blueberry pancake recipe?

01/27/2026

Happy National Chocolate Cake Day! Where is your favorite place to get chocolate cake?🍫🎂

01/27/2026

What a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the life enrichment staff during National Activity Professionals Week! Your work goes far beyond schedules and events — you create environments where connection, purpose, and joy are part of everyday life. Through your creativity, compassion, and dedication, you enrich the lives of residents and bring energy and meaning into the communities you serve.

You are the ones who turn ordinary days into moments worth remembering, who see the individual behind every story, and who lead with heart in everything you do. The impact you make is felt not just in programs, but in smiles, relationships, and a true sense of belonging. We are incredibly grateful for each of you and proud of the difference you continue to make every single day. We celebrate the passion you bring, the joy you create, and the lives you touch!

01/26/2026

Happy National Green Juice Day, which is celebrated every January 26th! Green juice is a blend of healthy foods such as kale, cucumbers, berries, oranges, and celery.

Green juice is a delicious drink that provides so many health benefits. Check it out:

Green juice is a drink that contains healthy, green foods and has become more popular over the years. Green juice isn’t a specific type of juice –...

01/25/2026

Advance directives are written instructions about future medical care if/when you become unable to make decisions for yourself (for example if you are unconscious or too ill to communicate). These are also called healthcare directives. Learn more about advance directives in this blog:

Advance directives are written instructions about future medical care if/when you become unable to make decisions for yourself (for example if you...

01/24/2026

Did you know January is the month with the smallest amount of blood donations? This is because illnesses are more prevalent and weather conditions are poorer at this time of year.

Donating blood saves countless lives, so it is very important to donate blood if you are willing and able to. Here is more information on the blood donation process and how it can help save lives:

https://saberhealth.com/news/blog/donating-blood