Charles E. Smith Life Communities

07/27/2026

There's always joy in trying something new.

That's what residents of Hebrew Home of Greater Washington experienced last week when they made acai bowls in our teaching kitchen. Chefs from our culinary team demonstrated this simple, healthy and delicious recipe residents can make on their own, no heat required. To round out the experience, our team of dietitians shared interesting information about the ingredients.

Thank you to our dining team for this engaging, hands-on experience!

07/21/2026

It isn't every day that associates from across our 38-acre campus have the chance to gather in one place, but CESLC's Family & Friends Day made it happen 🎉! What a treat to open our doors to friends and loved ones for an afternoon of great food, music, interactive games, giveaways and more.

Thank you to our HR team for making this event possible, and especially for acknowledging the role our loved ones play in our success - and to our dining team for the wonderful food.

This event wouldn't have been possible without the support of an outstanding group of vendors:
Any Excuse For A Party (bubble, glitter tattoo, airbrush and balloon artists; bounce house; and carnival games), Bree Health, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, C.Love2design, LLC (caricatures), Farmyard Friends: On The Move (petting zoo and pony rides), FX WELL, Kona Ice, Lattimore's Funnel Cakes, JODON Visuals, and Wellness Concepts Inc.

Here's a look at a selection of our favorite shots from the day 📸

07/14/2026

On our campus, dining is about much more than what is served on the plate.

In our latest blog, System Executive Chef Charlie Ware shares how dining supports wellness, independence, Jewish tradition and meaningful connection for residents.

From honoring kosher dining traditions to creating meals that spark memories, Chef Charlie reminds us that food has the power to bring people together, preserve identity and create a true sense of belonging.

Read the blog: https://birdeye.cx/6pmmg0

Discover how Chef Charlie Ware creates meaningful kosher dining experiences that support wellness, Jewish traditions and community.

07/10/2026

When someone you love is living with dementia, the right support can help create moments of trust, comfort and connection.

One article in the latest issue of Full Circle magazine explores how we are adopting Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care®, and examines how understanding brain change can help families and care partners.

At CESLC, we support individuals living with dementia across our campus and in the greater community through:

✅ Cohen-Rosen House: Dedicated memory support in a secure, relationship-centered assisted living residence.
✅ Hebrew Home of Greater Washington: Post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care support for individuals with advanced memory care needs.
✅ SmithLife® Homecare: Dementia and Alzheimer’s care at home, respite care for family care partners, personal care, companion services and support with activities of daily living.
✅ Hirsh Health Center: Senior-focused primary care centering the healthcare needs of older adults, including memory concerns, cognitive changes and chronic disease management.

Read the article on page 16:
https://issuu.com/ceslc/docs/full_circle_spring_summer_2026/19

07/09/2026

Robotic companion pets are bringing joy and connection to residents at Hebrew Home of Greater Washington.

James Harrison, a Hebrew Home of Greater Washington resident, and Director of Recreational Therapy Annie Tran appeared on Fox 5 DC this morning to discuss how these robotic pets are helping enrich residents' lives.

Watch Mr. Harrison's interview below.

06/30/2026

Campus came together this Pride Month to celebrate inclusion and the importance of community.

Residents at Wasserman and Smith-Kogod Residences celebrated by watching the Pride parades in New York and Washington, D.C., alongside a discussion and trivia. At Ring House, residents marked Pride Month with a themed movement class filled with uplifting music and positive energy.

We are proud to foster a community where every individual can feel included, welcome and celebrated.

06/26/2026

Community is one of the most important factors when choosing your next home — both what is available within the residence and the neighborhood that surrounds you.

That's why we were honored to host Flavors of the Neighborhood last night, showcasing our in-house culinary team alongside some of our neighborhood's favorite local restaurants. Our community really showed up.

Thank you to our restaurant partners who brought their most delicious dishes, to the prospective residents who joined us and experienced a taste of life here, and to our current residents for the warm welcome they extended to our guests.

We are grateful for the community we get to be a part of every day.

Taco Bamba Mosaic Cuisine Sunflower Bakery Silver Diner Gregorio's Trattoria The Bean Bag Deli & Catering Company Siena's Vegeterian Goldbergs Ny Bagels Unidine Corporation

06/25/2026

Love. Compassion. Care. Commitment.

These were just a few of the words echoed by a room filled with adoring colleagues as we celebrated the retirement of Rkiya Bensguir, a geriatric nursing assistant, after 52 years of service to Hebrew Home of Greater Washington.

Colleagues fondly recalled Rkiya's dedication: that she often arrived an hour early, eager to begin the work she loved; that she enjoyed deep connections with residents; and that she was always willing to lend a hand to help a friend in need.

For more than five decades, Rkiya embodied what it means to live our mission.

Rkiya - You will be deeply missed. Words cannot capture the impact you have made on our organization. We wish you every happiness in retirement.

06/15/2026

We've brought together some of our favorite local restaurants and the talented culinary team at Ring House for one delicious afternoon.

Join us from 3 to 5 p.m. on June 25 to enjoy a variety of local food and beverage offerings and the vibrant Ring House lifestyle.

Meet residents and associates, take a tour and discover for yourself why our residents love to call Ring House home.

RSVP today! https://www.smithlifecommunities.org/event/a-taste-of-rockville/

Silver Diner Taco Bamba Sunflower Bakery Siena's Vegeterian The Bean Bag Deli & Catering Company Mosaic Cuisine Gregorio's Trattoria

06/07/2026

A strong sense of community can make all the difference when choosing a new home.

Thank you, Chuck, for this thoughtful five-star review after touring Ring House.

Call us today to schedule a tour and experience Ring House for yourself: 301-381-4152