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Rose Centers for Aging Well Rose Centers welcomes everyone to enjoy our wide range of activities. From dance classes to gardening clubs, we cater to every interest while making important connections.

WeCare…Because You Do℠ WeCare is a telephone- and email-based care coaching program designed to assist and support older adults living with chronic conditions and their caregivers.

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Meet Our Clients

Discover the inspiring journeys of our clients at Benjamin Rose, where each story reflects resilience, growth, and the positive impact of our services. From financial stability to enhanced well-being, our clients’ experiences showcase the transformative power of dedicated support and care.

Meet Our Client: Dora Appling

Meet Our Client: Dora Appling

Having worked with a group of doctors focused on providing preventive care to the community, Dora Appling was familiar with Benjamin Rose when she picked up a marketing flyer at a health fair she attended earlier this year. Upon reviewing the information about the services provided by Benjamin Rose today, she called to get information about computer classes for seniors. Read more

Meet Our Client: Trina Clark

Meet Our Client: Trina Clark

Trina is able to live independently thanks to support from family members, and the help of aides. One aide arrives each morning to assist her with getting bathed, dressed and doing some light housework. An evening aide helps her get something to eat, then ready for bed. She also receives healthy meals Monday through Friday through her participation in the Meals on Wheels program of Benjamin Rose (which is a member of Meals on Wheels America). Read more

Meet Our Volunteer and Client: Linda Scott and Brenda Thompson

Meet Our Volunteer and Client: Linda Scott and Brenda Thompson

Shortly after completing the training, Linda Scott learned about a client who lived just a few minutes from her who had a dog and could use some help. That client is Brenda Thompson. She fell and broke her arm, which required surgery. That injury, combined with other existing health issues, made things challenging. Read more

Meet Our Client: Willie Wade

Meet Our Client: Willie Wade

Retired City of Cleveland building inspector Willie Wade lived in a beautiful home in Lakewood for 16 years, and he thought this would be his forever home. Instead, when the Republican National Convention was held in Cleveland in 2016, his landlord saw the potential to make a lot more money renting the home, so even though Mr. Wade’s lease was not up, he was forced to move. Read more

Meet Our Client: Michael Matlock

Meet Our Client: Michael Matlock

As Michael Matlock’s 83-years-young mother, Connie Matlock, began experiencing problems with memory loss and vision (since corrected), she decided to stop driving. Mr. Matlock gradually became her sole caregiver and sought help from Benjamin Rose and the WeCare…Because You Do℠ program where he was connected with Lauri Scharf, MSHS, LSW, a master trainer and the program’s lead care consultant. Read more

Meet Our Client: Mark Kessler

Meet Our Client: Mark Kessler

Born and raised on Cleveland’s east side, Mark Kessler has a lifelong love for the community that surrounds the Margaret Wagner Apartments located at 2375 Euclid Heights Boulevard in Cleveland Heights. Since 2003, the complex has provided adults age 62 or older in the Greater Cleveland area who meet Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) income requirements with secure, affordable and supportive housing. Read more

Meet Our Client: Alzonia Evans

Meet Our Client: Alzonia Evans

Alzonia’s daughters felt she had become very isolated during COVID – a common concern for many older adults even when there isn’t a worldwide pandemic. In January 2024, Alzonia’s daughters convinced her to visit the nearby Paul W. Alandt Rose Center. Located at 16600 Lakeshore Boulevard, it is one of the six Rose Centers for Aging Well. Read more

Meet Our Client: Renee

Meet Our Client: Renee

With a degree in social work administration and a career in outside sales and advertising, Renee was on track for a comfortable life. But after facing issues with her health, family, and home, Renee was struggling—physically and emotionally. Read more

Meet Our Client: Randy Stancik

Meet Our Client: Randy Stancik

Meet Our Client: Randy Stancik Randy Stancik of Parma has long had plans in place for his health and finances in his retirement years, but knows that in our ever-changing world, it’s important to review those plans periodically. A member of the board of directors for a senior center in his community, 74 year-old Randy… Read more

Meet Our Client: Ivory Williams

Meet Our Client: Ivory Williams

As he’s gotten older, Ivory Williams of Bedford Heights has noticed that his fellow older adults are often reluctant to ask for help. He’s not sure why, but he has some advice to share. Read more

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