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By Michael E. McRae President & CEO, St. Ann’s Community July 9th, 2025 In today’s fast-paced, innovation-driven world, it’s easy to overlook the quiet strength and enduring wisdom of those who came before us. Yet, every road we drive on, every right we enjoy, and every community we build stands

By Michael E. McRae President & CEO, St. Ann’s Community June 2nd, 2025 Meaningful moments unfold every day at the Leo Center for Caring—quiet acts of love and connection that leave a lasting impression. But every so often, one of those moments stands out in a way that gently reminds

By Michael E. McRae President & CEO, St. Ann’s Community March 12th, 2025 During a recent conversation, Sue, the devoted daughter of one of our residents here at St. Ann’s, shared something about her mother that has stuck with me:[/vc_column_text][mk_blockquote font_family=”none”]“These elders have been hailed as the greatest generation. Veterans

By Michael E. McRae President & CEO, St. Ann’s Community August 20th, 2024 Embracing the Best of Summer at St. Ann’s As summer winds down, I want to reflect on the incredible season we’ve shared at St. Ann’s. Our community events, especially the many free concerts, have been nothing short

By Michael E. McRae President & CEO, St. Ann’s Community December 8, 2023 Think back to a time when eggs, oil changes, and hotel stays were affordable. Today, rising expenses strain family budgets, placing St. Ann’s in the crossroads of ensuring the well-being of our Elders and supporting dedicated employees

Open Mike Guest Blog by Dr. Kimberly Townsend October 25th, 2023 You are well aware of my unwavering dedication to the care of our cherished Elders who occupy a large place in my heart. Discovering an article by Dr. Kimberly Townsend, CEO of Loretto Management Company in Syracuse, NY, felt

By Michael E. McRae President & CEO St. Ann’s Community July 5th, 2023 When three esteemed organizations in our community join together to mark their respective anniversaries, you can bet it will be one memorable celebration. That’s just what happened last month as part of a Flag Day event held

By Michael E. McRae President & CEO St. Ann’s Community Do you offer mass? That’s one of the questions we’re often asked by people considering a move to St. Ann’s Community. It’s an important one to those living the Catholic faith, and the answer is a definite yes. Of course,

By Michael E. McRae President & CEO St. Ann’s Community “If I have seen further it is by standing on the shoulders of giants.” – Isaac Newton That quote came to mind as I contemplated an awesome milestone: This year, St. Ann’s Community celebrates the 150th anniversary of its founding.

By Michael E. McRaePresident & CEO, St. Ann’s CommunityDecember 21st, 2022 This time of year is one of reflection, of taking stock of what’s important in our lives. As I get older, I find myself realizing this: I have my health and my family, and with those two blessings I

By Michael E. McRae President & CEO, St. Ann’s Community November 16th, 2022 If I were an electric car, say a Tesla, how far could I get before my battery needed charging? Well, if my battery ran on energy from the elders of St. Ann’s Community, I could make a