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Christmas market highlights Twin Lakes holiday party
The party helped residents, families and team members with their holiday shopping
Dec 20, 2024
Every holiday season Twin Lakes Village hosts a
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Tree decorating and Christmas photos get Trillium Villa residents into the holiday season
'We are overjoyed that we're to be able to help our residents and staff make these memories again this year'
Dec 18, 2024
The holiday season is underway at Trillium Vill
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Couple celebrates 63rd anniversary at Southgate Village
Adrian and Susan share the story of how they met
Dec 16, 2024
Southgate Village recently helped a couple
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Two VOSC residents help represent S&R at Santa parade
Helen Taylor and Bill Kerwin rode in the shuttle bus decorated as Rudolph during the annual parade in Sarnia
Dec 13, 2024
Two residents from the Village on the St. Clair
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Quick thinking brings Santa and photographer to Westmount when initial plans fall through
'I can't tell you how great the day went; honestly, you just had to be there'
Dec 11, 2024
When plans for a holiday market at Westmount
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Waterloo Heights celebrates its 26 volunteers
A social was held in honour of those who contribute their time to the seniors living community
Dec 09, 2024
Waterloo Heights recently honoured the 26
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Horses bring VOTT residents and staff together for unique experience
'Most people love animals, and an event like this had everyone smiling and laughing'
Dec 06, 2024
The Village on the Thames recently had a visit
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Nurse practitioners play a key role keeping quality of life high in LTC homes
Trillium Villa NP Annette Baptista discusses her work during Nurse Practitioner Week
Dec 04, 2024
Ensuring residents maintain high quality of lif
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Creative seasonal designs atop Westmount's entrance are generating lots of interest
'I can tell you that we have a blast making sure it looks great'
Dec 02, 2024
Atop the doors at the front entrance to
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Mini cows and fainting goats highlight Twin Lakes Village outing
Residents got to meet and learn about unique animals during farm trip
Nov 29, 2024
Twin Lakes Village residents recently enjoyed a
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Fun, laughter and lots of corn make annual Heron Terrace fundraiser a hit
The Corn Festival is one of the home's most awaited events. Money raised ensures every resident gets a Christmas gift
Nov 27, 2024
The annual Corn Festival is one of the most
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Resident says Trillium Villa skin-care team improved his quality of life
'I feel much better, my pain is better, I can move and walk better again, and I can sleep better'
Nov 25, 2024
When Luis Barbeito moved into Trillium Villa
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Resident and therapy dog make special connection at Village on the Thames
Daisy's first visit to the Village marked a special moment for Mildred Ginter
Nov 22, 2024
When a St. John Ambulance therapy dog made her
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Trillium Villa LE team engages residents in week of fun activities
Team members embraced their creativity to deliver a week of fun for all
Nov 20, 2024
Trillium Villa Nursing Home life enrichment tea
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Charity drives ramping up at Waterloo Heights
Residents and team members have launched initiatives to provide food and clothing to those in need
Nov 18, 2024
With winter approaching, Waterloo Heights
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Costume contest highlights 'spooktacular' Halloween at Twin Lakes Terrace
Top honours went to Maplehurst floor team members who dressed as the Addams Family
Nov 15, 2024
It was a busy Halloween season at Twin Lakes
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S&R Group works to bolster staff recruitment at annual job fair
'Every year this event is a great opportunity to connect with the community and job seekers'
Nov 13, 2024
The S&R Group was among 60 employers from
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Trillium Villa celebrates Halloween with 'spooktacular week' of festivities
LE team put a full-tilt effort into creating a week of activities that engaged residents and families
Nov 11, 2024
Halloween is always a big deal at Trillium
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Scary Haunted House tradition continues at Landmark Village
Stellar teamwork ensures residents, families and staff had a memorable Halloween
Nov 08, 2024
The Landmark Village library was once again
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Door-decorating engages Southgate Village residents and staff in Halloween fun
Contests brought out friendly competition throughout the Village
Nov 06, 2024
Halloween spirit was on full display at
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VOTT helps resident celebrate 101st birthday
Louise Reid, who is described as 'a very sweet lady,' was surrounded by friends and family on her special day
Nov 04, 2024
The Village on the Thames was the scene of a bi
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Lanark Village helps resident relive fond memories of growing up on a farm
Millie often talks about milking cows and caring for calves and she recently got to show residents and staff how it's done
Nov 01, 2024
Millie, a resident of Lanark Village, has been
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Residents paint pumpkins to help Village on the Thames get ready for Halloween
Residents honed their creative talents to decorate pumpkins in the spirit of the season
Oct 30, 2024
Halloween is one day away and thanks to
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Fun, team-building activity launches Halloween season at S&R head office
'It was such a great opportunity to see our teammates from different departments just take a break from a busy day and do something fun'
Oct 28, 2024
Two departments at the S&R Group's head
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Trillium Villa resident reaching nursing rehab goals and setting new ones
'I love the nursing rehab program and I am now able to stand up without falling over,' says Michael Atkins
Oct 25, 2024
Before resident Michael Atkins started
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Afton Park 'food talks' are benefiting residents and dietary team members
These food-focused discussions provide staff with menu feedback and encourage residents to create new snacks
Oct 23, 2024
The regular “interactive food talks&rdquo
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Donkey sanctuary provides a unique experience for Waterloo Heights residents
Residents spent two hours interacting with donkeys and learning about how the sanctuary cares for them
Oct 21, 2024
A recent trip to a donkey sanctuary provided a
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Self-motivation has been Westmount resident's key to success in physio program
Alex Brandstatter's mobility has been continuously improving since joining the program in April
Oct 18, 2024
Since joining Westmount Gardens' physiotherapy
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Autumn day provides perfect backdrop for VOTT trip to blueberry farm
'We have bus trips every week and this amazing group goes all the time'
Oct 16, 2024
A group of residents from the Village on the
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Waterloo Heights residents celebrate apple harvest by making pies
Residents also learned about apples as part of Apple Day
Oct 11, 2024
Waterloo Heights was filled with the aroma of
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Government officials visit Heron Terrace to celebrate Community Engagement Day
Local councillor and MPP met with residents, families and staff to learn about the home and address concerns
Oct 09, 2024
Local and provincial government representatives
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Talented resident encouraged to sing at VOTT
During a performance from a musical duo, resident Ken McFadden was cheered on when he took to the stage
Oct 07, 2024
Resident Ken McFadden is well known for his
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Country-and-western-themed day gets strong reception from Landmark residents
Costumes, games, entertainment and food highlight the latest 'fun day'
Oct 04, 2024
Landmark Village recently hosted a
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Hot rods and new friendships highlight Westmount's classic-car show
More than 25 classic cars and their owners were at this year's event
Oct 02, 2024
Westmount Gardens' 2024 classic-car show wasn't
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Waterloo Heights donates 11 backpacks filled with school supplies to students in need
Every year residents and team members participate in the WRPS Backpack Challenge
Sep 30, 2024
Waterloo Heights residents and team members
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Resident making strides two months into TVNH nursing rehab program
Renie Willemsma says she is 'getting stronger every day'
Sep 27, 2024
Trillium Villa Nursing Home resident Renie
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Walmart shopping trip has become a favourite Heron Terrace tradition
'This resident outing is one of the most awaited programs here at Heron Terrace every year'
Sep 25, 2024
They came, they saw, they shopped.
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Waterloo Heights pig roast brings people together, supports local business
'The pig roast is a great time for family and friends to come together and meet our residents and staff at Waterloo Heights'
Sep 23, 2024
Waterloo Heights' annual pig roast brought
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'An amazing experience': VOTT's fun co-ordinator reflects on new position
Diamond Zelina says she has been focusing on building strong connections with residents
Sep 20, 2024
Village on the Thames' new fun co-ordinator say
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Westmount Gardens residents treated to a variety of outings this summer
There were new trips to a creamery and a museum, as well as some long-time favourite excursions
Sep 18, 2024
Westmount Gardens residents had a busy summer
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Carnival Day highlights August fun at Landmark
'All the smiles and laughter are what make it special'
Sep 16, 2024
Landmark Village's annual Carnival Day returned
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Waterloo Heights treated to a performance from local band
Visit from Waterloo Concert Band provided entertainment while enhancing a valuable community bond
Sep 13, 2024
The Waterloo Concert Band performed for Waterlo
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S&R job fair nets 40 interviews for prospective team members
People were lining up early to attend S&R's most recent talent-search event
Sep 11, 2024
People looking for new career opportunities wit
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Heron Terrace residents get the summer BBQ they've been craving
'Residents, family members and staff had a blast'
Sep 09, 2024
Heron Terrace residents' council asked for a
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2024 Waterloo Heights garage sale sets fundraising record
This year's sale raised $870 for the Lisaard & Innisfree Hospice
Sep 06, 2024
Waterloo Heights residents and team members
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Sons honour mother's memory by donating a bench to Westmount Gardens
The bench and its plaque are the 'perfect' tribute to Nancy Wilson, says team member
Sep 04, 2024
After Westmount Gardens resident Nancy Wilson
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Twin Lakes Village resident 'very proud' how her story was shared in local paper
'He told my story as I would, and I am very happy how it turned out,' Lois Adams says
Aug 30, 2024
A reporter from the Sarnia Journal visited Twin
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Residents, families and staff collaborate to build Heron Terrace's new gazebo
The new gazebo is providing space for social and relaxation time for residents
Aug 28, 2024
Heron Terrace now has a gazebo for residents to
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'Cheers' to a new community partnership for Southgate Village
A Kingsville Brewery representative recently visited residents so they could learn about and sample beer. More visits are planned
Aug 26, 2024
While the area along the north shore of Lake
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Village on the St. Clair team member shares her journey from PSW to DOC
Kaylyn Unsworth says the seniors living community is a 'family'
Aug 21, 2024
In just six years, Kaylyn Unsworth worked her
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Residents and team members enjoy fun competition during Waterloo Heights Olympics
Waterloo Heights' Olympic tradition carries on, and this year there was even an official Olympic torchbearer participating
Aug 19, 2024
When Waterloo Heights hosted its own version of
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Heron Terrace celebrates resident's 106th birthday
Windsor mayor and legion representatives show up to honour his life
Aug 16, 2024
Harry, a Heron Terrace resident, recently
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Twin Lakes Village embraces Olympic spirit
Sarnia seniors living community hosted Olympic-themed activities to coincide with 2024 Paris Summer Games
Aug 14, 2024
Twin Lakes Village residents and team members
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Afton Park works with legion, family members to celebrate resident's 100th birthday
John Gattinger not only turned 100, he's the most senior veteran at the home
Aug 12, 2024
Afton Park Place recently collaborated with
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Trip to blueberry farm was so popular Landmark Village offered two outings
'Everyone had a blast' on excursions to Parks Blueberries
Aug 09, 2024
An annual trip to a blueberry farm was so
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Heron Terrace celebrates diversity with Carousel of Nations
Annual event includes 7 days of food, games and music from different countries
Aug 07, 2024
Residents and team members at Heron Terrace lov
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Pet therapy has a long record of success at Afton Park
St. John Ambulance therapy dogs 'provide so much joy' to residents
Aug 02, 2024
Afton Park Place has offered pet therapy
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Aloha! Twin Lakes Village hosts Hawaiian luau social
The annual summertime event was a big hit with residents
Jul 31, 2024
Twin Lakes Village residents recently took a
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'Amazing' new chaplain is making a big impact at Westmount Gardens (Part 2)
Patrick Heffernan recently led the first celebration of life at Westmount in four years
Jul 29, 2024
Westmount Gardens recently had its first
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Landmark Village residents engaged in falls prevention discussion
VON representatives stress the importance of exercise and keeping active
Jul 26, 2024
Landmark Village residents were recently engage
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Lanark Heights hosts job fair to attract new talent
Team members interview almost 140 candidates for PSW and RPN positions
Jul 24, 2024
Team members from Lanark Heights and the S&
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Waterloo Heights strawberry social connects community, supports local business and charity
'We run this event every year and it's always a success'
Jul 22, 2024
Not only did the annual Waterloo Heights
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Trillium Villa creates life-size version of Hungry Hungry Hippos
The game attracted many residents and brought out 'a lot of healthy competition'
Jul 19, 2024
Trillium Villa Nursing Home's creative life
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Westmount Gardens resident is getting mobile after 8 months in physio program
John Humeniuk's goals are to continue improving his mobility and visit his family and friends outside the home
Jul 17, 2024
A Westmount Gardens resident is enjoying
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PSW job fair connects S&R with local talent
'I'm glad we had this opportunity to participate and connect with so many applicants'
Jul 15, 2024
A recent job fair proved to be the perfect foru
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Heron Terrace Philippines Independence Day celebration centres on delicious food
Residents, families and staff were treated to a variety of culinary offerings during the event which raised money for residents' council
Jul 12, 2024
Heron Terrace residents, family members and
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Volunteer brings a wealth of experience helping others to Waterloo Heights
And Lynn Pollock never has to go far to volunteer at Waterloo Heights – she lives in the building
Jul 10, 2024
Volunteering is very much a part of Lynn
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Pizza lunch caps off Seniors' Month at Twin Lakes Village
'Residents are already asking when we can do it again'
Jul 08, 2024
Twin Lakes Village capped off Seniors' Month
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Landmark Village choir delivers landmark Canada Day performance
Thanks to one resident's vision, the village has a talented singing group that performed for everyone to celebrate Canada's birthday
Jul 05, 2024
Landmark Village celebrated Canada Day with a
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'Amazing' new chaplain is making a big impact at Westmount Gardens (Part 1)
Patrick Heffernan says working at Westmount is his 'calling'
Jul 03, 2024
It was clear from Day 1 that Patrick Heffernan
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BBQ season kicks off at Afton Park Place
Residents will be treated to a themed barbecue every week until the end of summer
Jun 28, 2024
Barbecue season has arrived at Afton Park Place
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New program is reconnecting Lanark Village residents with their passions
The Loving Life Project launched June 14 when a resident was treated to a day of horseback riding
Jun 26, 2024
Lanark Village has launched an innovative
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Waterloo Heights residents, staff join in celebration of much-loved team member
While Maia McMurran is leaving as a staff member, she plans to stay at Waterloo Heights as a volunteer
Jun 24, 2024
Waterloo Heights residents and team members sai
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Twin Lakes Terrace supports cookie campaign to raise money for charity
'It was amazing to see a cookie bring such joy to an entire room of people and fill the air with positivity'
Jun 21, 2024
Twin Lakes Terrace residents and team members
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Early Father's Day present 'cruises' into Southgate Village
Local classic-car club members bring their hot rods for residents to check out
Jun 19, 2024
An early Father's Day gift came to Southgate
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Trillium Villa successfully 'targets' resident engagement
Games where team members are walking bull's-eyes are upping resident participation
Jun 17, 2024
Trillium Villa Nursing Home's life enrichment
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Landmark residents go shopping without leaving home
Thanks to a partnership with a local clothing store, the activity room recently became a boutique for a day
Jun 14, 2024
Landmark Village residents recently spent a day
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Westmount volunteers share why they love donating their time to residents (Part 2)
Volunteering is an opportunity to forge friendships and learn about people's interesting lives
Jun 12, 2024
Donating time to Westmount Gardens' residents
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'Memorial table' helps Heron Terrace say goodbye to residents who have passed
The table, along with an honour guard, have become part of the home's end-of-life care protocols
Jun 10, 2024
It's a small, simple table that sits at Heron
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Westmount volunteers share why they love donating their time to residents (Part 1)
Volunteers bring many strengths to the home, but they all have the same goal: the enrich people's lives
Jun 07, 2024
Westmount Gardens' volunteers bring many
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Anti-bullying campaign embraced by Twin Lakes Terrace
Pink Shirt Day promotes LTC's community's culture of inclusion and acceptance
Jun 05, 2024
Pink is more than just a colour at Twin Lakes
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Waterloo Heights fashion show engages community, raises $2,200 for local hospice
Residents and team members modelled latest fashions from big-name designers during the event
Jun 03, 2024
Not only was Waterloo Heights' 23rd spring
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Fun-filled days packed Landmark Village's May calendar
From a Cinco de Mayo party to a visit to a local nursery, residents and team members have been busy
May 31, 2024
Landmark Village's May events calendar was
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'Amazing' resident volunteers play a valuable role at Westmount Gardens
Residents give many reasons for volunteering, but they all share a desire to make Westmount the best home possible
May 29, 2024
Westmount Gardens is fortunate to have a strong
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Creating TikTok videos has been 'an absolute blast' for Lanark Village residents and staff
Residents have been becoming social media stars, thanks to an idea hatched by team member
May 27, 2024
When Ashley Smith started her position as Lanar
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Therapy dog Cooper has become like family for Heron Terrace residents
'Cooper brings a lot of joy to our residents. He never fails to make them feel loved'
May 24, 2024
Every Sunday, a golden retriever named Cooper
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Pet therapy has a positive impact on quality of life for Westmount Gardens residents
Regular visits from therapy dogs is bringing lots of joy to the home
May 22, 2024
Spending quality time with therapy dogs is
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Waterloo Heights moms treated to a Mad Hatter Tea Party
The annual Mother's Day celebration had an extra-fun twist this year
May 17, 2024
The moms living at Waterloo Heights were treate
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'Amazing' St. Andrew's volunteer recognized for his dedication to residents and staff
Ross Murdock, who volunteers at the home up to five times a week, was presented with the Volunteer Recognition Award
May 15, 2024
From assisting with activities at St. Andrew's
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Much-loved Waterloo Heights driver retires
Residents and team members hosted a party to celebrate Tom Conaway's 18 years of service
May 13, 2024
While they were sad to see driver Tom Conaway
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Giving your time to others is 'rewarding,' says Heron Terrace volunteer
'I have learned that by giving a little of my time, I get so much more back,' says Jane Bourque
May 10, 2024
After the tragic loss of a son, Jane Bourque
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Making residents dreams come true, one wish at a time (Part 2)
Innovative program is granting residents' wishes at Westmount Gardens
May 08, 2024
The Make-A-Wish initiative at Westmount Gardens
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Landmark Village launches Facebook page to showcase latest happenings
'It's a great avenue to post pictures and videos of activities that family members can view and share'
May 06, 2024
Landmark Village now has a Facebook page to
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Creative team members enhance programming at S&R communities
The solar eclipse, pet therapy and a baking contest are among events and activities team members have helped residents enjoy
May 03, 2024
Team members at S&R long-term care and
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Spring has been packed with fun-filled events at Westmount Gardens
From Easter celebrations to hosting the first-ever women's tea social, residents and team members have had a full schedule
Apr 15, 2024
Spring has almost surpassed the holiday season
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Heron Terrace team helps residents experience solar eclipse
'This was an amazing experience for all'
Apr 12, 2024
Heron Terrace residents were overjoyed to
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Puppy visits are having a positive impact on Lanark Village residents and staff
DOC's 8-month-old Rottweiler is regularly at the seniors living community putting smiles on everyone's faces
Apr 10, 2024
When Lanark Village director of care (DOC)
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Bingo, baking and belly dancing keeping Landmark Village busy
An annual HSF fundraiser as well as two new programs highlight recent events at the seniors living community
Apr 08, 2024
Landmark Village residents have been busy latel
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Making residents' dreams come true, one wish at a time (Part 1)
Discover how residents got to experience a Tim Hortons 'drive-thru', a spa day and a tree-planting session
Apr 05, 2024
The Make-A-Wish initiative at Westmount
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Easter Bunny's early visit wows Waterloo Heights residents
'Everyone left with a basket full of treats and a smile on their face'
Apr 03, 2024
An early visit from the Easter Bunny surprised
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Heron Terrace residents are giving 'board meetings' a new meaning
Residents are organizing their own board games and card matches
Mar 27, 2024
Who doesn't love playing a board game or a few
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Lanark Village residents and staff spend a day celebrating the Wild West
'Age is just a number, and you are never too old to act silly and have fun'
Mar 25, 2024
Lanark Village residents and team members share
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St. Patrick's Day gets celebrated twice at Twin Lakes Village
Since residents and team members enjoy Ireland's famous holiday so much, they treated themselves to two days of fun
Mar 22, 2024
St. Patrick's Day is so popular at Twin Lakes
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Village on the Thames treats team to brunch for Staff Appreciation Day
'The staff here work hard all the time and this was our way of saying thank you'
Mar 20, 2024
Team members make an important difference to th
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Baking contest puts Southgate residents and team members in friendly competition
Kingsville's mayor and town councillors served as contest judges
Mar 18, 2024
Southgate Village residents and team members ha
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S&R Property Management chooses to support River City Vineyard for 2024 donation campaign
'If we can even make a small difference and help out an organization each year, then that is what matters'
Mar 15, 2024
Team members from Steeves & Rozema property
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Heron Terrace encourages resident's artistic talents
Mario Brissette has been painting window decorations for special occasions. Residents and staff are loving his work
Mar 13, 2024
Heron Terrace resident Mario Brissette loves
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Local author Joan Harder visits Southgate after residents discover her book
Residents were 'thrilled' by her visit, as many could relate to her stories
Mar 11, 2024
Southgate Village residents recently discovered
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How Michael Kramer found his dream job at Lanark Village
A quest to work in a people-centred career led him from the insurance sector to becoming the Village's marketing director
Mar 08, 2024
Michael Kramer started his career path in the
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Organizing year-long Salvation Army fundraiser earns Brenda Fraser 2023 Community Service Award
'Her heart is so good and pure, and she genuinely cares about her community'
Mar 06, 2024
Property management team member Brenda Fraser
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IPAC manager applauded for successful Westmount vaccination drives
Bola Oluwoli has encouraged co-workers and residents to get their flu and COVID-19 vaccines this winter and his efforts have paid off
Mar 04, 2024
As Westmount Gardens' infection prevention and
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Black-tie dinner marks Valentine's Day at Waterloo Heights
Residents treated to a memorable, top-notch meal made possible by dedicated team members and volunteers
Mar 01, 2024
Waterloo Heights creates enjoyable events for
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Village on the Thames team shares the gift of love on Valentine's Day
Residents each received a gift bag to celebrate Feb. 14
Feb 28, 2024
Ruby Gallant says Valentine's Day – which
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How a volunteering opportunity led to a new career for Southgate team member
Valerie Judas became Southgate's activity co-ordinator in 2023, but her history with residents and staff goes back 10 years
Feb 26, 2024
When Valerie Judas drove by Southgate Village one day in 2014, she
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Super Bowl party leaves Twin Lakes Village residents wanting more sports events
Happy hour program the day after the big game proved to be a hit with everyone
Feb 23, 2024
After spending the afternoon of Feb. 12 watchin
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Travelling exotic-animal petting zoo returns to Lanark Village
Residents spend a day engaging with and learning about unique creatures
Feb 21, 2024
If you were at Lanark Village Feb. 14, you migh
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Westmount volunteers applauded for making a difference to residents
'You can see the love and care each volunteer has for our residents every time they are here, as they make a huge difference in everyone's life'
Feb 16, 2024
The Westmount Gardens life enrichment team
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Twin Lakes Village residents treated to engaging, educational visit with exotic creatures
'We had a great turnout to the event; residents are already asking when they can come back'
Feb 14, 2024
Twin Lakes Village residents recently had a
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Trillium Villa team receives S&R's Above and Beyond Award for heroism
Team members from the Sarnia LTC community helped evacuate and temporarily house 120 Fairwinds Lodge residents after devastating fire
Feb 12, 2024
When a nighttime fire broke out at Fairwinds
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How a 'whack-a-groundhog' contest brought Afton Park residents and team members together
To celebrate news of an early spring from Wiarton Willie, residents and staff play a version of Whac-A-Mole
Feb 09, 2024
Wiarton Willie did not see his shadow when he
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Landmark Village socials help beat the January blues
Engaging events saw large-scale participation and got residents socializing
Feb 07, 2024
While it was cold and grey outside throughout
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'Fan-favourite' group gets Village on the Thames residents singing, clapping and toe-tapping
The Pub Crawlers attract nearly all of the Village's residents to their performances, and their Jan. 23 show was no exception
Feb 05, 2024
Live music is always popular in senior living
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Commitment and passion for her work earn Emilija Stojsavljevic S&R's Quality Improvement Award
'Emilija is a fantastic person who has a passion for her residents and team'
Feb 02, 2024
A strong dedication to Heron Terrace residents
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Afton Park team members and volunteers create a memorable Christmas season for residents
Art therapy, a Christmas service and a visit from Santa were part of the fun-filled month
Jan 31, 2024
Afton Park Place was buzzing with activity in
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How an elf, Santa and holiday baking created a memorable Southgate Christmas
'We added some wonderful memories for the residents,' says the Village's fun co-ordinator
Jan 29, 2024
The Christmas season at Southgate Village
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Santa Returns to Fairview Towers
The apartment building's Father Christmas entertained about 20 children during annual event
Jan 26, 2024
Gerry Fischer donned his famous red suit, cap
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Westmount team embraces creativity to enhance residents' quality of life
A variety of innovative first-time events marked 2023
Jan 24, 2024
Westmount Gardens life enrichment team members
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Community kindness, crafts and fun highlight Landmark Village holiday season
'It was a December full of Christmas fun'
Jan 22, 2024
It was a bustling holiday season at Landmark
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Lanark Heights marries 20th anniversary party with Christmas celebrations
'It was a nice combination of holiday celebrations and 20 years of Lanark Heights'
Jan 19, 2024
Lanark Heights toasted 20 years of serving the
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Residents, families and staff celebrate Christmas at Village on the Thames
Dec. 18 party featured entertainment, games, refreshments and gifts
Jan 17, 2024
There was singing, music and lots of Christmas
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Themed-dinners wow Afton Park residents in 2023
Food services team members tap into their creativity each month to deliver fun, tasty meals to residents
Jan 15, 2024
Each month, Afton Park Place food services team
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Carolling and Santa visit highlight week leading up to Landmark Christmas
Residents and team members embraced the spirit of the holiday season
Jan 12, 2024
Christmas Day is always a big event at Landmark
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S&R team makes blockbuster donation of items to Humane Society
Work supplies, blankets, toys and treats were among the goods the property management team delivered
Jan 10, 2024
On Dec. 6, a group of team members from the
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Successful fundraising year marks major highlight for Landmark Village
HSF, Parkinson Society, Alzheimer Society were among the charites residents and team members helped support in 2023
Jan 08, 2024
Supporting charitable organizations has long
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Volunteer group ensures all Westmount residents receive Christmas stockings
For two straight years, Stockings for Seniors delivered more than 100 stockings filled with gifts to residents
Jan 05, 2024
For the second straight year, Westmount Gardens
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S&R property management celebrates donating 5,000-plus children's items to Bluewater Health in 2023
'I am so excited – we have made such a big difference this year and I am very proud,' says Brenda Fraser
Jan 03, 2024
Just before the holiday season, Brenda Fraser o
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S&R head office donates gifts to Chatham Goodfellows Christmas campaign
After learning about Village on the Thames' involvement with the Goodfellows' annual donation drive, the head office team wanted to help
Dec 22, 2023
When the Steeves & Rozema Group's head
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Twin Lakes Terrace ensures local family has a memorable Christmas
Residents, families and staff collected gifts throughout December that will be sent to the family by the Salvation Army
Dec 20, 2023
Residents, their families and staff at Twin
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New initiatives and community support among 2023 highlights at Twin Lakes Terrace
Recognition program, fundraisers and unique activities marked the year
Dec 18, 2023
Twin Lakes Terrace had an action-packed 2023, a
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Village on the Thames makes sure local children get toys at Christmas
Residents and team members have filled several boxes of toys in support of the Chatham Goodfellows' No Child Without a Christmas campaign
Dec 15, 2023
The Village on the Thames is making sure
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December 'jam-packed with a lot of fun activities' at Westmount Gardens
Live entertainment, pet therapy and Christmas activities are among the events planned
Dec 13, 2023
Westmount Gardens is “jam-packed with a
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Waterloo Heights Christmas bazaar raises $470 for local hospice
Residents, vendors and a wide variety of items helped make this year's bazaar successful, says activity director
Dec 11, 2023
Waterloo Heights hosted its annual Christmas
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Village on the Thames partners with local company to get residents' walkers shining
The event was a benefit to both residents and a local business
Dec 08, 2023
Who doesn't like a clean walker?
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Early Christmas party helps Twin Lakes residents and team members maximize fun
'It was great to get the Christmas party in early so during the month of December we can continue the Christmas cheer and celebrations'
Dec 06, 2023
Twin Lakes Village residents and team members
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15-foot Christmas tree makes its return to Westmount Gardens
After three years, the much-loved tree is up and fully decorated, thanks to the efforts of residents and team members
Dec 04, 2023
It has taken three years, but Westmount Gardens
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Meet Yvon Robichaud, the Santa of S&R
Village on the Thames team member reflects on his history as Saint Nick
Dec 01, 2023
With his thick white beard and glasses, Yvon
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St. Andrew's team member says residents, families and colleagues make work feel like home
Susana Monteiro reflects on her 16 years working at the Cambridge LTC community
Nov 29, 2023
Susana Monteiro has been a St. Andrew's Terrace
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Team members reunite Lanark Heights resident with friend
A chance conversation between a resident and a PSW sparked a wonderful surprise for long-lost friends
Nov 27, 2023
A casual conversation between a Lanark Heights
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19-year team member shares what she likes best about life at St. Andrew's Terrace
Heather McKay says learning about the residents and their lives is at the top of the list
Nov 24, 2023
One of the things Heather McKay says she likes
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'Welcome board' is enhancing the Heron Terrace experience
Colourful sign was originally designed to welcome new team members but is used to make everyone feel at home
Nov 22, 2023
The “welcome board” at Heron Terrac
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Door-decorating contest, Halloween party highlight October at Village on the Thames
Team members collaborate to deliver meaningful events for residents
Nov 20, 2023
A door-decorating contest and a Halloween party
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Costume contest brings Twin Lakes Terrace residents, staff and visitors together
A wide variety of costumes and lots of fun made for a memorable day for residents
Nov 17, 2023
Twin Lakes Terrace residents, team members and
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Creative food services team brings Halloween fun to residents' meals
Afton Park Place residents enjoy lunch and dinner with a special Halloween twist
Nov 15, 2023
Afton Park Place residents enjoyed Halloween
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Village on the Thames event celebrates two centenarians' birthdays – on the same day
Louise Reid turned 100 and Dorothy Ellis turned 102 on Oct. 22, so a celebration was held to honour both residents
Nov 13, 2023
The folks at the Village on the Thames recently
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Landmark's October calendar filled with a myriad of fun, engaging events
A trip to an orchard, a fundraiser, magic show, fashion show and a haunted house were among the highlights
Nov 10, 2023
Landmark Village's October calendar was dotted
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'Without this program, I wouldn't be where I am today'
Recent grad praises Trillium Villa convalescent care program for helping her regain mobility
Nov 08, 2023
Patricia Cook says she's grateful for Trillium
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Residents engaged in 'scary' activities throughout October at Westmount Gardens
Halloween-themed events brought residents and team members together, with festivities and live music topping off the month
Nov 06, 2023
The “scary” spirit of Halloween was
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Culinary program brings back Lanark Village residents' favourite foods
Every month, residents choose one resident's favourite recipe to make
Nov 03, 2023
The Lanark Village team has created a
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Outdoor luncheons combine delicious meals with activities and socializing at Twin Lakes Terrace
'This is truly one scheduled event that residents look forward to most in the warmer months'
Nov 01, 2023
What could be better than enjoying a delicious,
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Fighting flu and COVID starts with team members at Heron Terrace
Windsor LTC community launches its annual vaccine clinic and people are responding
Oct 30, 2023
The Heron Terrace infection prevention and
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Ice cream social brings Twin Lakes Terrace residents and families together
'After such a positive response from families, residents and staff, it's safe to say this was a summer memory that won't be forgotten'
Oct 27, 2023
Ice cream – and lots of it in a wide
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Waterloo Heights raises $3,800 for local hospice
Events throughout summer helped raise money
Oct 25, 2023
A myriad of events held at Waterloo Heights
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Religious services returning to Westmount Gardens after COVID
'I am happy to finally see things are looking the way they did before COVID and only getting better'
Oct 23, 2023
The Westmount Gardens team has been working har
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Twin Lakes Terrace Wishing Well program delivers late-summer fundraisers
Working with neighbouring Twin Lakes Village, residents' wishes to help Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Alzheimer Society came true
Oct 20, 2023
Twin Lakes Terrace's Wishing Well program has
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With pandemic restrictions eased, Rosewood residents make the most of summer
'Summer went to fast, but we had a lot of fun and we did a lot if things'
Oct 18, 2023
This past summer was the first since the
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Lanark Heights celebrates another successful Walk for Parkinson's
Residents, families, volunteers and team members raise $900 for the Parkinson Society of Southwestern Ontario
Oct 16, 2023
The Parkinson Society of Southwestern Ontario i
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'Very motivated' graduate of Trillium Villa's convalescent program heads home after recovery
Helen Butler says her involvement with the program was paramount to her recovery
Oct 13, 2023
In less than three months, Helen Butler was abl
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Heron Terrace team pulls together to complete workplace surveys
'We had fun and really felt the competitiveness throughout the home'
Oct 11, 2023
Heron Terrace team members are being commended
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Village on the Thames takes on a Hawaiian vibe with fun-filled week
An annual tradition, this year's Hawaiian Week featured great food, lots of fun and even more smiles
Oct 06, 2023
Ruby Gallant says the first week of September
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Westmount wraps up summer with a myriad of events and outings
The LTC community's first-ever garage sale, a lunch trip to a favourite restaurant and a car show were among the highlights
Oct 04, 2023
Westmount Gardens wrapped up summer with a
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Landmark residents raise $420 for Parkinson Society during annual walk
'It was a great afternoon' that also included prize draws and live entertainment
Oct 02, 2023
Landmark Village residents, families and team
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Trillium Villa convalescent program graduate applauds team members for helping her recover
'I wouldn't be as far along or progressed as far as I have without the convalescent program,' says Jeannie Finlayson
Sep 29, 2023
When Jeannie Finlayson entered Trillium Villa's
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The 'King of Rock 'n' Roll' makes Afton Park resident's dream come true
A performance from an Elvis impersonator received 'the biggest turnout that Afton has ever seen'
Sep 27, 2023
An Afton Park Place resident's lifelong dream
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Team member shares how Village on the St. Clair has been a great place to grow
Lindsay Weston says personal connections at the village have created a supportive working environment
Sep 25, 2023
Village on the St. Clair team member Lindsay
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New program has Landmark and Twin Lakes residents rolling around town
Residents have been taking rides around Sarnia in trishaws, thanks to a partnership with a cycling group
Sep 22, 2023
A group of cycling enthusiasts is helping the
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Southgate resident makes 'memory bears' to help others cope with loss
Irene Bondy used donated clothing that once belonged to S&R residents' loved ones to make teddy bears
Sep 20, 2023
A resident of Southgate Village in Kingsville i
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Exciting summer at Westmount Gardens marked by many outings
Some of the favourite trips include visits to Springbank Park, an ice-cream shop and lunch in Port Stanley
Sep 18, 2023
The residents of Westmount Gardens had a
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Heron Terrace celebrates Philippines Independence Day
'These events provide the chance for team members to participate in activities that help them learn about other cultures'
Sep 15, 2023
Food and fun helped the residents and team
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Disney's magic touches down at Trillium Villa
Residents treated to a Disney-themed day which brought smiles and lots of reminiscing
Sep 13, 2023
Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and
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Twin Lakes residents donate hand-made pet toys to Humane Society
Residents delivered the toys to the cats and dogs – and then got to spend some time with them
Sep 11, 2023
The Steeves & Rozema mission of “creating communities tha
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Carousel of the Nations celebrates Heron Terrace's rich diversity
'We are truly grateful and blessed to work with such a diverse population'
Sep 08, 2023
The Heron Terrace team is proud of the diversit
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School-supply drive, beanbag-toss tourney among Southgate's summer highlights
Senior living village marries activities that are fun with those that promote community spirit
Sep 06, 2023
Some of the events Southgate Village hosted
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Westmount Gardens sees a wealth of events and new programs launched this summer
'My whole team always goes above and beyond with their work and never fails to please'
Sep 01, 2023
Westmount Gardens residents and team members
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Twin Lakes Terrace kicks off monthly Star of Excellence program
This new initiative gives residents, families and staff a chance to recognize team members who go above and beyond
Aug 30, 2023
A 16-year Twin Lakes Terrace team member is the
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Landmark Market opens to help residents with their shopping needs
Residents can shop at an in-house store every second Wednesday to buy a wide array of items
Aug 28, 2023
Landmark Village has created its own in-house
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Fond memories, changes and lots of love mark three-decade career for S&R team member
Teresa Randall shares recollections of working in the housekeeping department at the Village on the St. Clair
Aug 25, 2023
Teresa Randall recalls a favourite memory of
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Village on the Thames, police, partner to provide residents an info session on fraud prevention
'I would totally recommend that all the homes do this'
Aug 23, 2023
The residents of the Village on the Thames were
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S&R's third Bluewater Health donation brings total to 1,455 children's items for 2023
The latest instalment saw 550 children's items donated to the hospital
Aug 21, 2023
After a third instalment in July, a charity
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Starbucks' Week of Kindness touches Twin Lakes Terrace
Sarnia LTC community and coffee chain partner to bring a social to residents
Aug 18, 2023
Kindness and smiles exuded throughout Twin Lake
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Birthday celebrations and Plinko mark summer fun at Village on the Thames
Village's residents have been keeping busy with games and events since June
Aug 16, 2023
It has been another busy summer at the Village
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Heron Terrace celebrates 20 years of service to residents and the community
A special anniversary celebration included an awards presentation and games
Aug 14, 2023
Heron Terrace recently celebrated 20 years of
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Twin Lakes residents enjoy a Hawaiian staycation
A luau and Hawaiian-themed food and activities mark summer event at Twin Lakes Village
Aug 11, 2023
It was another warm month across southwestern
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Westmount Gardens' premier talent show goes beyond expectations
'I think we definitely found a lot of hidden talent'
Aug 09, 2023
Westmount Gardens recently hosted its first-eve
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BBQ and car show mark Family Day at the Village on the Thames
Event brings residents, their loved ones and Village team members together
Aug 04, 2023
Village on the Thames hosted a special Family
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Waterloo Heights residents set sail on the high seas without leaving home
Everyone was treated to five days of fun activities and events with a cruise-ship theme
Aug 02, 2023
Waterloo Heights recently recreated a
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Village on the Thames celebrates Canada's birthday with strawberry social
'The day went off beautifully'
Jul 31, 2023
Canada turned 156 years old on July 1 and the
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Twin Lakes Terrace residents enjoy unique equestrian therapy experience
A three-year-old pony named Humphrey and his handler are being commended for a memorable afternoon
Jul 28, 2023
Twin Lakes Terrace residents, family members an
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Family BBQ and winery outing highlight summer fun at Southgate Village
'We look forward to our next event'
Jul 26, 2023
A time-honoured family barbecue and a trip to a
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Westmount's 2023 annual gardening day the 'biggest success' yet
'Residents got right in and weren't shy about getting their hands dirty'
Jul 24, 2023
Every year, Westmount Gardens residents and tea
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Mall-walking combines exercise and fun for Heron Terrace residents
'This trip made their day and was filled with memories'
Jul 21, 2023
Poor air quality across much of Ontario in late
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Fond memories and fun highlight river cruise for Twin Lakes Village residents
Annual St. Clair River cruise was a big hit with everyone
Jul 19, 2023
Residents of Twin Lakes Village were among the
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Landmark Village's June calendar packed with fun, engaging resident programs
A summer party, a river cruise, a strawberry social and drumming program highlight busy month
Jul 17, 2023
June is always at Landmark Village and this pas
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Team member says S&R's culture creates the ideal workplace
Susan Rankin says she has felt a strong sense of community and inclusion from her first day on the job
Jul 14, 2023
When Susan Rankin started her career at the
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Lanark Heights celebrates career of dedicated LEA
Sandra Cheesman is retiring after 13 years as a valued team member
Jul 12, 2023
Lanark Heights residents and team members
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Westmount Gardens toasts all caregivers during Nursing Week
'We thank caregivers for everything they do, and we couldn't do this without any one of them'
Jul 10, 2023
Westmount Gardens paid tribute to all team
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Community pitches in to help celebrate Father's Day at Rosewood Village
Village's men were treated to a car show and BBQ, thanks to local car club and suppliers
Jul 07, 2023
Rosewood Village's fun co-ordinator is thanking
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Waterloo Heights garage sale raises $640 for local hospice
Residents, volunteers and team members work together to make the event a success
Jul 05, 2023
The residents of Waterloo Heights recently had
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Twin Lakes residents celebrate summer's start with a strawberry social
'The residents enjoy the strawberry social because they know it is the start of summer and everyone loves an excuse to have cake and strawberries'
Jun 30, 2023
A Twin Lakes Village late spring and early
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Property management-led charity drive makes second donation to Bluewater Health
More than 900 items to help children receiving care have now been delivered to the hospital since May
Jun 28, 2023
Thanks to a charity drive spearheaded by Steeve
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Local students build a much-needed planter for Westmount Gardens
'This really was a win-win situation'
Jun 26, 2023
A local school pitched in to provide Westmount
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Residents 'overjoyed' as pet therapy returns to Heron Terrace
Two dogs, Scooby and LC, are the first pet volunteers to visit the home since pet therapy was relaunched
Jun 23, 2023
After a three-year absence, pet therapy program
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Landmark celebrates superhero team with Superhero Day
Latest 'fun day' was a hit with both residents and team members
Jun 21, 2023
Landmark Village team members hav
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Bonfire season arrives at Westmount Gardens
An annual tradition that brings back lots of fond memories for residents returns
Jun 19, 2023
Two evenings each month you will find Westmount
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Twin Lakes residents treated to a fun and educational trip to alpaca farm
Highlights of the day included visiting with the animals and learning about these unique creatures
Jun 16, 2023
Twin Lakes Village residents recently took a fu
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Afton Park becomes a midway during carnival day
'It was nice to see the residents enjoying the fair at Afton, and it was wonderful to listen to them reminisce about their past adventures at their lo
Jun 14, 2023
The Afton Park Place food services and life
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Trillium Villa resident's courage leads to regained mobility
Sally Louks has 'changed her life' with the help of the nursing rehab team
Jun 12, 2023
The Trillium Villa Nursing Home team is
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Landmark Village picks a winner with in-house casino
'All afternoon it was great to hear residents saying how much fun they were having' at casino-themed event
Jun 09, 2023
You can “bet” Landmark Village
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Westmount Gardens dance party generates strong resident participation
'We had residents up and dancing throughout the whole event. We even had residents up dancing who I've never seen want to dance.'
Jun 07, 2023
In keeping with the spirit of the season,
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Kenwick building manager reflects on her 20 years of S&R service
Linda Paquette was honoured for her years of service during the annual Quest for Success awards night
Jun 05, 2023
During the Steeves & Rozema Group's annual
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Coronation and Mother's Day mark a busy May at Heron Terrace
The life enrichment team worked hard to ensure these were memorable events for residents
Jun 02, 2023
May was a busy month at Heron Terrace and the
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Top-notch brunch highlights Mother's Day at Village on the St. Clair
'Everybody had a wonderful time'
May 31, 2023
It was a Mother's Day meal the women living at
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Landmark Village sends in the clowns
The village recently hosted a carnival-themed day filled with clowns, games and refreshments
May 29, 2023
Landmark Village was transformed into a carniva
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Much-loved Breakfast Club returns to Lanark Village
In addition to a special breakfast, the bimonthly events are aimed at introducing new residents to life at the village
May 26, 2023
Lanark Village residents are once again enjoyin
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Things are 'ducky' at Twin Lakes Village
After three years, a photo has finally been snapped of eggs in a mother duck's nest
May 24, 2023
Having a beautiful ambience is important at any
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Westmount Cinco de Mayo event combines fun with celebration of diversity
'This year was another great success'
May 19, 2023
Westmount Gardens toasted the Mexican holiday o
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Lanark Heights residents mark Earth Day by planting a herb garden
'It is definitely something we will do again'
May 17, 2023
The residents and team members at Lanark Height
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Village on the Thames' 2023 maiden lunch outing attracts new faces, sparks reminiscing
Outing to Dresden, Ont. marks the start of the road-trip season
May 15, 2023
Village on the Thames' first lunch outing of
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Property management division kicks off new donation drive for Bluewater Health
437 children's items have already been donated to the hospital, and more will be coming throughout the year
May 12, 2023
When Brenda Fraser of property management
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Southgate Village residents launch gardening club
'I can't wait to see everything grow'
May 10, 2023
With spring in full bloom, the residents of
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PSW reflects on what she loves most about working at Rosewood Village
Harleen Wadhava Kaur says the atmosphere at the village is like being part of a family
May 08, 2023
Harleen Wadhava Kaur says the best part of her
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Bean-bag toss is creating a stir at Twin Lakes Village
The game is proving to be an excellent resident engagement tool
May 05, 2023
When the Twin Lakes Village activities team is
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Co-op students praised for the joy they bring to Rosewood Village
'They have learned a lot and they have become close with the residents and the residents have become close to them'
May 03, 2023
Two co-op students doing their placements at
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Welcoming party and new programs mark busy April at Landmark Village
'I've seen a wonderful increase in all our activities and socials lately with all the new residents participating and having fun'
May 01, 2023
A celebration in honour of new residents as wel
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Men's club increases resident engagement at Westmount Gardens
'This has been the most male resident participation we have had in the home since I started, and I have been here for almost eight years now'
Apr 28, 2023
A men's club at Westmount Gardens is attracting
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Trillium Villa ushers in spring with first-class meal and a social
Food services and life enrichment teams tapped into their creativity to make the most of the first day of spring
Apr 26, 2023
Spring was in the air on March 20. It had been
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Oscar night comes to Village on the Thames
Residents had their photos taken with special props to celebrate Hollywood's biggest event
Apr 24, 2023
On March 10, the Village on the Thames rolled
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Lanark Village residents are enjoying woodworking projects, thanks to some innovative thinking
Maintenance manager Mike Pacheco has created a program that's engaging and fun for everyone
Apr 21, 2023
A weekly program recently launched at Lanark Village is encouraging
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Mardi Gras celebration brings Cajun-style food and fun to Trillium Villa
Food services and life enrichment departments collaborate to deliver memorable event for residents
Apr 19, 2023
The taste and ambience of New Orleans' French
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Quirky coifs were all the rage at Twin Lakes Village on Crazy Hair Day
'It seems the goofier I get, the more the residents love it, and I am OK with that,' says team member who organized the day
Apr 17, 2023
If you were at Twin Lakes Village on March 30
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The Emerald Isle was celebrated during Irish Week at Westmount Gardens
Team members engaged residents in a week of Irish-themed entertainment, programming and food
Apr 14, 2023
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Landmark Village kicks off spring with an outing to a local flower nursery
'The residents had a blast'
Apr 12, 2023
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Waterloo Heights transformed into mini-putt course
Residents were treated to a tournament that was such a success that plans are in the works for more
Apr 05, 2023
Since it was still too chilly to play a round o
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Everyone was a bit Irish on St. Paddy's Day at Trillium Villa
Team members collaborated to create a memorable day of fine food and fun
Apr 03, 2023
Everyone was a little bit Irish at Trillium
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Lanark Village donates items to help those affected by Turkey's earthquake
Team members sent sleeping bags, personal hygiene items, warm clothing and other goods in the wake of Feb. 6 disaster
Mar 31, 2023
Lanark Village team members recently launched a
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Teamwork helps get Rosewood Village through elevator repairs
'I'm really proud of all the staff and how the residents settled into the situation'
Mar 29, 2023
Rosewood Village fun co-ordinator Bev James is
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TV bingo night returns as a big winner at Twin Lakes Village
The activity was recently brought back to the village for the first time since the pandemic began and residents couldn't be happier
Mar 27, 2023
Since the beginning of March, every Tuesday
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Friendly contests becoming part of the Twin Lakes Terrace culture
'Residents are proud of their efforts, and the prize is an added bonus'
Mar 24, 2023
Back in December, the residents of Twin Lakes
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Trillium Villa resident on path to his goal of walking again
Sandy Berriault has made great progress in regaining his mobility through the Trillium Villa nursing rehab program
Mar 22, 2023
Trillium Villa resident Sandy Berriault is on
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Westmount Gardens honours residents and team members on Women's Day
A social was organized that included refreshments, music and poetry readings
Mar 20, 2023
Westmount Gardens honoured the women living and
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Buon appetito! Afton Park treats residents to Italian-themed dinner
February's themed dinner night included spaghetti, meatballs and chocolate gelato
Mar 17, 2023
It was all about Italy on the evening of Feb.
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S&R is seeking nominations for Volunteer Recognition Award
Volunteers who show outstanding commitment to the residents they serve will be recognized at the annual Awards Celebration
Mar 15, 2023
The Steeves & Rozema Group is looking for
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Trillium Villa residents enjoy a fun-and-food-filled Valentine's Day
A top-notch dinner, loved-themed activities, and gifts from the community highlight the day
Mar 13, 2023
Valentine's Day is taken seriously at Trillium
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S&R seeking nominations for Quest for Success Quality Improvement Award
This accolade honours team members who have created initiatives that have improved residents' quality of life
Mar 10, 2023
The Steeves & Rozema Group is seeking your
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Landmark Village rock 'n' roll party raises $650 for HSF
'It was shocking to have raised that much'
Mar 08, 2023
Landmark Village residents and team members
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Two hearts beat as one on Valentine's Day
Heron Terrace residents receive words of love from Southgate Village
Mar 06, 2023
The residents of Heron Terrace were on the
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Westmount team grants resident's Elvis wish
A celebration of the King of Rock 'n' Roll's 88th birthday included an Elvis impersonator, trivia and lots of music
Mar 03, 2023
A Westmount Gardens resident's love of Elvis
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Quest for Success: S&R is seeking nominations for its Community Service Award
The award recognizes team members and groups who show strong community involvement
Mar 01, 2023
Do you know a colleague or a group of people
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Resident regains mobility, improves quality of life through Trillium Villa nursing rehab program
'The staff have done wonderful work. I surpassed what they thought I could do'
Feb 27, 2023
When Trillium Villa resident Maud Hardman
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Food, fun and entertainment highlight Landmark Village's Valentine's Day
'It was a nice day and really showed the love at Landmark'
Feb 24, 2023
The Landmark Village team always works hard to
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Westmount Gardens residents celebrate love in a unique way
As part of a pre-Valentine's Day activity, residents shared their advice on how to build loving relationships
Feb 22, 2023
Two days before Valentine's Day, the residents
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February is now called 'Loveuary' at Twin Lakes Village
A social, entertainment, treats and greeting cards mark residents' Valentine's Day
Feb 17, 2023
The month of February is now called
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S&R is looking to recognize team members for their exceptional dedication
The Above and Beyond Award is one of four Quest for Success accolades to be presented in April
Feb 15, 2023
If there's someone you work with at a Steeves
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'Sports shirt day' brings Westmount Gardens team together for a day of fun
Staff was encouraged to wear the favourite sports team's jersey on Dec. 7, and the event received lots of participation
Feb 13, 2023
Westmount Gardens team members are always
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Village on the Thames' secret Santa event combines fun with team-building
The annual event introduced many new team members to the Village's positive workplace culture
Feb 10, 2023
The annual Village on the Thames secret Santa
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Annual red-carpet gala returns to Waterloo Heights
Residents were treated to a delicious meal and entertainment during Black Tie Night
Feb 08, 2023
Waterloo Heights rolled out the red carpet for
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Food and fun rings in Chinese new year at Westmount Gardens
Residents and team members dedicate a week and a half to celebrations
Feb 06, 2023
Westmount Gardens residents and team members
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Dietary team brings Hawaiian experience to Afton Park residents
A Hawaiian meal and luau highlighted themed month
Feb 03, 2023
Grass skirts, leis and tropical drinks may not
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'In-house Santa' once again wows Village on the Thames residents
Yvon Robichaud played Saint Nick and residents got photos taken with him as gifts
Feb 01, 2023
Village on the Thames team member Yvon Robichau
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'This is the best New Year's I've ever had'
Westmount Gardens rings in 2023 with an evening of live entertainment and refreshments
Jan 30, 2023
The Westmount Gardens new year's
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Two Village on the Thames residents keep childhood promise
Irene Woods and Lois Kearns are now living four doors from each other, making good on their pact to 'live together when we get older'
Jan 27, 2023
Irene Woods made good on a promise she'd made
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Westmount Gardens residents 'wowed' by drive-through Christmas light show
'The trip was a great success and we will definitely be doing it again'
Jan 25, 2023
Westmount Gardens residents were treated to a
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Christmas light festival brings Twin Lakes Terrace residents and families together
'Our first annual Celebration of Lights event left us all with magical memories to cherish'
Jan 23, 2023
Just before Christmas, the backyard at Twin
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Local students deliver Christmas cards to Rosewood Village residents
Students from two elementary schools delivered the greetings just before the holidays
Jan 20, 2023
Rosewood Village residents were
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Masquerade ball rings in 2023 at Landmark Village
Fine dining, musical entertainment and a team effort from staff ensured residents had a New Year's Eve to remember
Jan 18, 2023
Landmark Village was clearly the place to be on
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Village on the Thames residents receive some community Christmas kindness
Santa for Seniors volunteers swing by to drop off cards and presents for residents
Jan 16, 2023
Just before Christmas, the residents of the
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Kenwick team spreads Christmas cheer
Team members, dressed as Santa and his elves, handed out gifts to all the apartment building's children
Jan 13, 2023
Kenwick Place team members spread Christmas joy
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Every Lanark Heights resident had a gift to open Christmas Day as part of annual tradition
'Christmas morning is always a magical time at Lanark Heights'
Jan 11, 2023
Every resident of Lanark Heights had a gift to
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S&R Health Care Scholarship deadline extended to Jan. 15
More than $14,000 in possible scholarship money being awarded this year
Jan 10, 2023
Students pursuing careers in the health-care
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Westmount Gardens Santa makes holiday season extra special for residents
'Just seeing Santa brings back so many memories and stories'
Jan 09, 2023
A Westmount Gardens family member played the
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Creative festive projects make for a memorable holiday season at Twin Lakes
'The staff here at Twin Lakes Village really got into the Christmas spirit'
Jan 06, 2023
During the holiday season at Twin Lakes Village
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Heron Terrace gingerbread house contest celebrates Christmas while promoting teamwork
'I just love how they gathered and helped each other out. With the best teamwork they created the best home'
Jan 04, 2023
A gingerbread house building and decorating
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Landmark Village resident sells knitted hats to buy food for families in need
Gladys Metcalfe raised $210 to buy food to put under the 'mitten tree' that will be donated to charity
Dec 23, 2022
Not only is the Landmark Village “mitten
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Westmount Gardens team turns courtyards into 'winter wonderland'
Team members have decorated the areas with Christmas-themed inflatables which have become favourite conversation pieces for residents
Dec 21, 2022
Westmount Gardens team members have decorated
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Lanark Heights team collaborates to serve residents Christmas lunch buffets
'Residents really enjoyed the lunch and look forward to next year'
Dec 19, 2022
The Lanark Heights team collaborated recently t
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Property management division-led fundraising drive sets new record in 2022
471 items – including canned food, household goods and toys – were donated to the Salvation Army this year, thanks to strong S&R-wide support
Dec 16, 2022
Team members across the Steeves & Rozema
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A resident with a knack for card-making is leading a new program at Landmark
Carolyn Sperling is helping residents design their own cards for the holiday season
Dec 14, 2022
A Landmark Village resident is using her talent
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Westmount 'Keg night' started with a top-notch dinner and ended with a round of applause
'This was one of the best experiences we have had in years,' resident says
Dec 12, 2022
The recent “Keg night” at Westmount
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Westmount Gardens residents have dinner at 'the Keg' without leaving home
Teamwork from life enrichment and dietary staff helped create the food and ambience found at the famous steakhouse
Dec 09, 2022
What could be as delicious as a
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Cambridge shelter has a Christmas tree, thanks to a St. Andrew's resident
An idea from Henry Schill inspired a random act of kindness
Dec 07, 2022
An emergency shelter in Cambridge has a
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Twin Lakes residents donate hand-made dog toys to Humane Society
Two large bags of fleece material were put to good use
Dec 05, 2022
A group of Twin Lakes Village residents recentl
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Presentation leads to Waterloo Heights sponsoring clean water to two families in Uganda
Connection with local company helps the home spread S&R's mission of 'creating communities that are good for life'
Dec 02, 2022
Waterloo Heights residents and team members wer
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Co-op student finds the perfect placement at Twin Lakes Village
Elizabeth Sabin had also worked as a dietary aide at Twin Lakes, so she was already familiar with residents and team members
Nov 30, 2022
Elizabeth Sabin, a dietary aide at Twin Lakes
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Team member applauded for bringing daily cheer to Rosewood Village
Clarence Sweeney knows how to make everyone smile and laugh, says co-worker
Nov 28, 2022
When it comes to making people happy and bringing cheer to others
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Southgate Village celebrates Halloween with an in-house pub crawl
Fancy drinks and fancy costumes make for a memorable Oct. 31
Nov 25, 2022
Halloween is a favourite time of year at
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Horsing around: Twin Lakes residents visit stable
A trip to Shoreside Stables was informative and interactive
Nov 23, 2022
When a group of residents and team members from
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Westmount team turns activity room into a fish-and-chip shop
This proved to be the perfect atmosphere to enjoy a meal from Archie's Fish and Chips
Nov 21, 2022
Westmount Gardens team members recently
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Heron Terrace residents welcome trick-or-treaters who stopped by for Halloween fun
'Everyone had fun and enjoyed their goodies'
Nov 18, 2022
Even with the weather a little on the chilly
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S&R communities pay tribute to veterans on Remembrance Day
Homes marked Nov. 11 with in-house services and outings
Nov 16, 2022
Steeves & Rozema long-term care and seniors
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Fright nights: Landmark Village residents enjoy 'scary' activities to celebrate Halloween
A tour of Halloween-themed homes and an on-site haunted house were the highlights
Nov 14, 2022
When it comes to celebrating Halloween, Landmar
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Rosewood's dietary team is focusing on keeping meals hot and tasty during outbreak
Dinner is now being plated door to door to ensure meals look and taste their best
Nov 11, 2022
Outbreaks can create challenges for food
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Culinary creativity shines through during Halloween at Afton Park
'The dietary team always enjoys creating special food and desserts for every holiday'
Nov 09, 2022
Afton Park Place residents enjoyed
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Landmark residents start mall walking to stay active during colder months
Aside from staying fit, residents are earning gift cards for the kilometres of walking they complete inside Lambton Mall
Nov 07, 2022
Many Landmark Village residents enjoy taking
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Lanark Village Halloween door-decorating contest brings residents and team members together
'It's awesome to see the holiday spirit and friendly competition that comes out during this time of year'
Nov 04, 2022
For the second straight year, the same two team
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Residents add creative fall flair to Westmount Gardens
'I can only wonder what the Christmas season will bring us after this amazing fall sight around the home'
Nov 02, 2022
Fall is a favourite time of year
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Don't forget, the deadline for S&R Health Care Scholarships is Nov. 2
More than $14,000 in possible scholarship money being awarded this year
Oct 31, 2022
Students pursuing careers in the health-care
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Village on the Thames was all smiles recently
The seniors living community celebrated World Smile Day Oct. 7 to spread cheer and goodwill
Oct 28, 2022
Village on the Thames residents and team member
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Twin Lakes residents take trip to Brigden Fair
'The pandemic has been hard on all of us, and having this open and running this year was a real treat'
Oct 26, 2022
The Brigden Fair proved to be the perfect venue
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Fall calendar chockfull of fun events for Landmark Village residents
Oktoberfest, an in-house fall fair and crafting are among the activities residents have been enjoying
Oct 24, 2022
The Landmark Village fall calendar has been overflowing with
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Career fair helps S&R fill job vacancies
'Some of our homes are now fully staffed after this event, so we are very grateful to Lambton College for including us in this job fair'
Oct 21, 2022
Attending the recent Mega Job Fair at Lambton
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Rosewood Village boosts community support in September
Team members show support for Orange Shirt Day and Tim Hortons' Smile Cookie campaign
Oct 19, 2022
Rosewood Village residents and team members hav
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Westmount Gardens residents enjoy their first outing in two years
After rain cancelled plans to spend the day in a local park, residents and team members took a bus ride around southwestern Ontario
Oct 17, 2022
Westmount Gardens residents recently took their
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Twin Lakes Village celebrate autumn with fall-themed wreaths
'After we were done, there were big smiles from each resident who took part in this activity'
Oct 14, 2022
When summer officially turned to autumn on Sept
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Southgate residents make fall-themed luminaries to mark the start of autumn
'They turned out really well; even staff participated'
Oct 12, 2022
The residents of Southgate Village got into the
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Landmark Village Walk for Parkinson's raises $525
Money raised will help provide supports for people with Parkinson's disease living in southwestern Ontario
Oct 07, 2022
Landmark Village residents and team members onc
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Residents' Council Week brings Heron Terrace residents, families and team members together
The week included a visit from an ice-cream truck, bingo and karaoke
Oct 05, 2022
Residents, their families and team members
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Fundraising BBQ and live entertainment mark Residents' Council Week at Westmount Gardens
The week celebrates residents' councils and raises awareness of their work
Oct 03, 2022
Residents and team members at Westmount Gardens
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Lots of outings make for a fun Rosewood Village summer
Trips to the Blue Water Bridge and Canatara Park as well as walks and picnics were among the highlights
Sep 30, 2022
Autumn may now be here, but summer is still the
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Applications are now open for 2022 S&R Health Care Scholarship
More than $14,000 in possible scholarship money being awarded this year
Sep 28, 2022
For the 13th straight year, the Steeves &
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New 3-in-1 game engaging Twin Lakes residents
Versatile game has something for everyone
Sep 26, 2022
A new three-in-one game at Twin Lakes Village i
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Lanark Heights raises $1,200 for local Parkinson Society
42 people participated in the home's Walk for Parkinson's, raising $90 more than in 2021
Sep 23, 2022
Lanark Heights raised $1,200 for the Parkinson
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Westmount Gardens residents enjoy bountiful tomato harvest
'You can just see the big smiles and joy when (the residents) see the freshly picked tomatoes'
Sep 21, 2022
This past spring, life enrichment manager Adnan
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Taco Tuesday was a big end-of-summer hit at Trillium Villa
Residents were served 3 varieties of tacos to cap off a summer filled with creative meals
Sep 19, 2022
With the days of summer coming to an end, the
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Southgate Village gets a beach makeover
Theme day celebrated summer with food, beachwear and even a pool
Sep 16, 2022
Southgate Village was transformed into a beach
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Lanark Heights and Lanark Village partner to bring ice cream truck to residents
For the second straight year, a Mega Cone Creamery ice cream truck delivered frozen treats to help beat the heat
Sep 14, 2022
For the second straight year, team members from
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Great food and trumpeter highlight Westmount's annual fundraising BBQ
'The residents are still talking about the trumpet player and are asking when he will come back'
Sep 12, 2022
The annual Westmount Gardens summer barbecue
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St. Andrew's Terrace residents and staff mourn Queen Elizabeth II
Residents reminisced about favourite royal memories and sang God Save the Queen
Sep 09, 2022
Residents and staff members at St. Andrew's
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Father and son S&R staff members play for Team Canada at international football game
'My dream has always been to play with my son,' says Andrew Barnes
Sep 07, 2022
Whether Team Canada won or lost at the MIFA
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Fresh desserts and live entertainment highlight Twin Lakes strawberry social
'It was so nice to see so many residents come out and join in the fun'
Sep 02, 2022
Residents and team members at Twin Lakes Villag
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Waterloo Heights residents fill 9 backpacks with school supplies for students in need
Residents participate in the Backpack Challenge for the first time
Aug 31, 2022
The start of the school season is
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Ping pong game takes off at Village on the Thames
Engaging game has become a weekly activity with growing participation
Aug 29, 2022
A new ping pong game created by a team member i
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Lifelong friends now living at Twin Lakes Village
S&R's We Love Referrals initiative leads to Robert Arseneau moving to Twin Lakes to be closer to his childhood friend, Lyle Stevens
Aug 26, 2022
Growing up in Sarnia, Lyle Stevens and Robert
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Trillium Park welcomes Ukrainian family to their new home
Team members created a welcome package and donated furniture to help the Kosiuk family begin their new life in Canada
Aug 24, 2022
The property management team at Trillium Park
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Celebrating Seniors contest honours four Twin Lakes Village residents
The residents received certificates and gift cards to honour them for the difference they make at Twin Lakes
Aug 22, 2022
Four Twin Lakes Village residents were recently
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Landmark team working hard during outbreak to keep spirits high
'The staff here is doing an amazing job'
Aug 19, 2022
Team members at Landmark Village have been
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St. Andrew's Terrace vegetable garden is having its most bountiful summer ever
The veggies residents and team members are growing are being used to make meals
Aug 17, 2022
A collective effort between residents and team
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Landmark Village residents go on a camping staycation
Tacky Tourist/Let's go Camping Day packed in a full day of fun, great food and entertainment
Aug 15, 2022
Who says you need to leave home to go on
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Twin Lakes Village residents enjoying friendship with local chipmunk
'Chippy' has been stopping by throughout summer to grab a snack
Aug 12, 2022
Twin Lakes Village residents have been making
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Southgate candle-making program leaves residents asking for more
'All the residents are already talking about attending the next session'
Aug 10, 2022
An idea from a resident sparked a group
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Landmark Village resident gets her wings
Liza Vermeulen takes a tour of the sky around Sarnia with her pilot grandson
Aug 08, 2022
When it comes to fun experiences the residents
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Westmount residents enjoy fish and chips lunch with an underwater theme
Monthly take-out lunches are 'a nice time to look forward to'
Aug 05, 2022
A group of Westmount Gardens residents was
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Strawberry social celebrates summer at St. Andrew's Terrace
The event was also used as an opportunity to promote the home's family council
Aug 03, 2022
With an abundance of freshly picked berries, St
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Rosewood Village celebrates Christmas in July
The pandemic cancelled celebrations during the last two holiday seasons, so the Rosewood team wanted to make up for it
Jul 29, 2022
The weather outside may have been sunny and war
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Creative Twin Lakes team members treat residents to Jell-O turtles
'The residents were all smiles and just loved them'
Jul 27, 2022
A photo of a green apple that was fashioned to
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Landmark Village's strawberry social was a sweet success
Residents were treated to a variety of strawberry-themed treats throughout the day
Jul 25, 2022
We all know about the old proverb that states,
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Tropical Day brings a touch of Caribbean to Southgate Village
Fun co-ordinator Susan Davis and food services manager Karen Siddall collaborate to provide residents with special theme day
Jul 22, 2022
Southgate Village suddenly looked like Hawaii o
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Twin Lakes residents tap into their green-thumb skills
Working with a team member, several residents planted flowers at the home recently
Jul 20, 2022
Summer is here and there are flowers blooming a
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Waterloo Heights becomes a cruise ship for a day
Residents were treated to a day of fine food and entertainment
Jul 18, 2022
For the second straight year, the Waterloo
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Lanark Heights gets into barbecue mode
Residents are being treated to regular cookouts until August
Jul 15, 2022
Nothing says “summer is here” quite
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Landmark resident's encouragement helps drumming class flourish
Sophia Akerboom has loved the program so much she's getting her fellow residents involved
Jul 13, 2022
When Landmark Village resident Sophia Akerboom
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Afton Park dietary team treats dads to a memorable Father's Day lunch
Team members enjoyed preparing the luncheon as much as the dads enjoyed the spectacular food
Jul 11, 2022
The Afton Park Place food service
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Musical entertainment coming back strong at Landmark Village
With pandemic restrictions easing, fun co-ordinator Brent Hart has been focusing on bringing in more performers
Jul 08, 2022
With pandemic restrictions easing in recent
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Twin Lakes Village team honoured for hard work and dedication
Executive director Becky Jackson dedicated June 20-24 to honouring staff with prize draws, treats and lots of kudos
Jul 06, 2022
People working at Twin Lakes Village were
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Fun, fundraising and food mark Landmark casino day
'The whole day was a great success'
Jul 04, 2022
Landmark Village residents enjoye
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Heron Terrace residents kick off summer with bus trip
'The residents were delighted and wore it on their faces – even through their masks'
Jun 29, 2022
Heron Terrace residents recently enjoyed their
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S&R communities honour World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Landmark Village and the Village on the Thames mark day with events
Jun 27, 2022
Two Steeves & Rozema Group senior living
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S&R communities celebrate Queen's Platinum Jubilee
With high teas, decorations and trivia, residents and team members honour the 69th anniversary of the Queen's coronation
Jun 24, 2022
Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her Platinum
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Rosewood Village toasts dads with Father's Day barbecue and car show
'The men really enjoyed their day'
Jun 22, 2022
Rosewood Village paid tribute to all the dads
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Village on the Thames resident celebrates 100th birthday with mayor
Edith Manning receives a plaque as well as a photo with Chatham-Kent Mayor Darrin Canniff
Jun 20, 2022
When Village on the Thames resident Edith
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Landmark Village has a karaoke comeback
Fan-favourite music program returns after a hiatus
Jun 17, 2022
Who doesn't like a great song?
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Co-op student shares how Twin Lakes Village has touched his life
Johnson Varghese considers the Sarnia seniors living community as his 'second home'
Jun 15, 2022
When Johnson Varghese arrived in Canada as an
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Heron Terrace residents cast their ballots from home during provincial election
An in-house polling station made it easy for residents to vote
Jun 13, 2022
It was easy for the residents of Heron Terrace
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RPN becomes first Lanark Village team member to be trained through new program
Amritpal Kaur earned her nursing qualifications through the Supervised Practice Experience Partnership
Jun 10, 2022
Amritpal Kaur became a registered practical
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Lanark Heights celebrates Victoria Day with a party
'Residents are enjoying getting back to more special events'
Jun 08, 2022
Residents and team members at Lanark Heights
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Southgate honours mothers with special tea party
'It was nice to finally get all the girls together for dessert and entertainment'
Jun 06, 2022
Southgate Village honoured resident mothers on
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Food and fun highlight Waterloo Heights' Cinco de Mayo celebration
With all the great food, decoration and music, the event 'felt like a vacation'
Jun 03, 2022
Waterloo Heights residents and team members
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Westmount Gardens residents treated to first marshmallow roast of the year
'It was a nice sweet treat to end the day, as you can tell with all their sticky smiles'
Jun 01, 2022
Summer might not be here just yet, but that
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St. Andrew's residents celebrate National Paper Airplane Day
Residents learned about the history of aviation, then made their own paper planes
May 30, 2022
May 26 marked National Paper Airplane Day, and
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Waterloo Heights residents enjoy Mad Hatter Mother's Day tea party
'The Mad Hatter theme was a new theme for Waterloo Heights, and it was fun to be in such a whimsical setting'
May 27, 2022
On the Monday after Mother's Day,
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Landmark Village transformed into clothing boutique
Residents enjoy an afternoon of shopping without having to leave home
May 25, 2022
Landmark Village became a fashion boutique
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Twin Lakes residents enjoy first bus trip of 2022
Residents had 'a ton of fun' on trip around Lambton County
May 20, 2022
The residents of Twin Lakes Village were treate
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Westmount Gardens residents help maintain local butterfly population
Painted lady butterflies were released May 9
May 18, 2022
Their stay at Westmount Gardens was short but
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Trillium Villa food services team praised for their hard work throughout the pandemic
'It's so much fun being able to bring the joy of food to the residents and to work with such a great team of individuals,' says Brandy Charlton
May 16, 2022
Trillium Villa food service manager Brandy
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Dietary team brings fiesta to Afton Park residents
Food and fun marks Cinco de Mayo
May 13, 2022
The creative food services
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S&R golf tournament returns June 4
Organization is thanking sponsors for their help making the event possible
May 11, 2022
After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic,
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Twin Lakes Village celebrates Moms
Tea and fancy biscuits are served during early Mother's Day celebration
May 09, 2022
Mother's Day came early at Twin Lakes Village
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Village on the Thames resident completes 1,000-piece puzzle
The challenging project took one month, but Irene Woods' perseverance paid off
May 06, 2022
The Village on the Thames has a resident puzzle
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St. Paddy's was 'picture perfect' at Twin Lakes
A photo booth was the major highlight of a day packed full of fun events
May 04, 2022
It's never too late to share a good St.
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Afton Park launches special breakfast program
Breakfast with the Chef is held every Wednesday to provide residents with specially made morning meals
May 02, 2022
The Afton Park Place food services team recentl
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Waterloo Heights continues Ukraine support by organizing drive for refugees in Canada
'Our residents have been very grateful to help out in any way they can'
Apr 29, 2022
Waterloo Heights has increased its fundraising
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Heron Terrace Walking Club takes program outdoors
After a long winter, residents and team members were happy to enjoy sunny spring weather
Apr 27, 2022
After a long, cold winter, members of the Heron
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Easter bunny makes surprise visit to Southgate Village residents
Smiles and laughter from residents ushers in long weekend
Apr 25, 2022
Southgate Village kicked off the Easter weekend
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Residents overjoyed as four chicks hatch at Lanark Village
'Staff and residents have been visiting the chicks every day since we received the eggs, and everyone is so in love with them'
Apr 22, 2022
The residents of Lanark Village were overjoyed
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Easter bunnies make early appearance at Landmark Village
Creative residents made Easter Bunny hat door hangers to get ready for the holiday
Apr 20, 2022
Several bunnies made an appearance at Landmark
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DROM program drumming up excitement at Westmount Gardens
'It's a great way to become engaged and express yourself'
Apr 13, 2022
Members of the Westmount Gardens life enrichmen
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Caribbean week brings warm weather to Village on the Thames
Themed week marked by fun, food and cocktails
Apr 11, 2022
While spring is now here, the residents and tea
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Landmark Village makes large donation to Humane Society
'It was amazing; in the matter of a couple weeks we had lots to donate, and the Humane Society was happy to receive it'
Apr 08, 2022
When Landmark Village marketing director Josee
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Waterloo Heights residents launch donation drive to help Ukraine's children
'It was nice being able to do something to help Ukraine'
Apr 06, 2022
Waterloo Heights residents launched a donation
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Entertainers save Village on the Thames' St. Patrick's Day
A chance encounter at the home ensured residents would have a celebration that included live music
Apr 04, 2022
The Village on the Thames' St. Patrick's Day
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Job fair a 'successful day' for S&R
Representatives got to meet many interested job seekers during the March 15 event
Apr 01, 2022
Representatives from the Steeves & Rozema
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Leprechaun spreads kind messages and St. Paddy's cheer at Waterloo Heights
Patty O'Charm spent first half of March playing hide-and-seek with residents
Mar 30, 2022
Throughout the first half of March, a small
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Heron Terrace booster prize winner is a force of 'positive energy'
Nancy El-Hussein, who won the $1,000 prize, worked hard to promote booster vaccines to her colleagues
Mar 28, 2022
By harnessing lots of “positive
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Waterloo Heights marks Pi Day with a brain exercise – and pie
Residents were challenged to memorize as many of the mathematical constant's digits as they could
Mar 25, 2022
In honour of Pi Day on March 14, Waterloo
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Trillium Villa transformed into the French Quarter for Mardi Gras
Residents were treated to a fun event that was highlighted by top-notch Cajun food
Mar 23, 2022
Trillium Villa was recently transformed into Ne
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Landmark team sends 20 meals to Bluewater Health staff
Team members wanted to acknowledge the hospital staff for their hard work throughout the pandemic
Mar 21, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging for
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Booster bonus! Westmount PSW is up $1K after receiving third COVID vaccination
Eyosyas Wondmkun won the home's vaccination prize draw in February
Mar 18, 2022
Westmount Gardens personal support worker (PSW)
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Cookies for all! New fun co-ordinator bakes up a surprise for Twin Lakes residents
'They were so happy to get the cookies and they really enjoyed them,' says Ruby Gallant
Mar 16, 2022
Ruby Gallant is now the fun co-ordinator at Twi
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PSW wins St. Andrew’s Terrace vaccine prize draw
Kyla Clements says she plans to put her $1K prize money towards wedding
Mar 14, 2022
St. Andrew’s Terrace team member Kyla
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Waterloo Heights' Giving Tree collects 146 pounds of food for charity
There were enough non-perishable items to make 114 meals for families in need, says the Food Bank of Waterloo Region
Mar 11, 2022
Waterloo Heights residents and team members
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Landmark Village sends warm clothing to charity on Random Act of Kindness Day
Residents and team members collected 20 bags of mitts, hats, socks and other items for River City Vineyard
Mar 09, 2022
People living and working at Landmark Village
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Waterloo Heights’ Positivity Wall is growing
While 2021 was a challenging year with the pandemic, residents are sharing the positive memories from the year
Mar 07, 2022
Waterloo Heights residents have literally
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Twin Lakes Village hat donation helping Sarnia families in need
The seniors living community recently donated scores of knitted hats to Pathways, which is gifting them to families
Mar 04, 2022
Twin Lakes Village has donated a tote full of
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‘Fur creatures’ dance their way into residents’ hearts
Dancing stuffed animals are getting attention at the Village on the Thames
Mar 02, 2022
Sometimes it’s the little things we do
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Twin Lakes helps Trillium Villa celebrate end of outbreak
Team members sent their sister home balloons, chocolates and a large card to show support for their colleagues
Feb 28, 2022
When a COVID-19 outbreak at Trillium Villa
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Landmark Village residents treated to a love-themed Valentine's Day
'It was a great day and awesome to see everyone taking part and having fun'
Feb 25, 2022
Landmark Village toasted love on Valentine's Da
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Westmount Gardens celebrates Therapeutic Recreation Awareness Month
Life enrichment team members create an information display to showcase their work and the benefits recreation provides residents
Feb 23, 2022
February is Therapeutic Recreation Awareness
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Afton Park marks Valentine's Day with 3 special meals for residents
'Residents commented that we exceeded their expectations'
Feb 18, 2022
Love was in the air at Afton Park Place on Feb.
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Candygrams and balloons spread Valentine’s cheer at Westmount Gardens
‘By the looks on the residents’ faces, they sure enjoyed this special treat on Valentine’s Day’
Feb 16, 2022
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Love Tree is helping residents celebrate the ‘month of love’ at Village on the Thames
‘I wanted each resident to feel special and loved, not just one day this month, but each and every day’
Feb 14, 2022
February is the month of love, and in keeping
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Olympic spirit comes to Landmark Village
Residents enjoy fun-filled day of games to mark the start of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics
Feb 11, 2022
To mark the opening of the 2022 Beijing Winter
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Caribbean Day warms Waterloo Heights during the coldest month
Residents treated to a day of fine food and drink as well as fundraising for a local hospice
Feb 09, 2022
Amidst a streak of cold January weather,
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Santa makes appearance at Westmount Gardens before Christmas
The husband of a resident played the part of Father Christmas, much to residents’ delight
Feb 07, 2022
The many smiles on the faces of Westmount
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Timmies Day comes to Village on the Thames
Residents and team members treated to coffee, doughnuts and other goodies, courtesy of management team
Feb 04, 2022
Village on the Thames residents and team member
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Heron Terrace sends pizzas to Trillium Villa to show support during challenging time
‘I know we all are foodies and a little pizza encourages a well-deserved break’
Feb 02, 2022
Heron Terrace administrator Amy Sworik remember
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Waterloo Heights cook saves the day after pizza party is cancelled
For her latest act of kindness, Georgina Aleta made her homemade pizza for team members to enjoy
Jan 31, 2022
When a Waterloo Heights staff pizza party was
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Trillium Villa resident honoured one year after receiving first COVID vaccination in Lambton County
Valerie Verberg receives cupcakes from Lambton Public Health on anniversary of milestone
Jan 28, 2022
On Jan. 26, 2021, Trillium Villa Nursing Home resident Valerie
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Community group delivers 160 stuffed Christmas stockings to Westmount Gardens
Stockings for Seniors helped ensure every resident had gifts to open Christmas Day
Jan 26, 2022
Westmount Gardens residents awoke Christmas Day
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Heron Terrace residents treated to Christmas parade
A Clydesdale horse and buggy was centre stage at Dec. 15 event
Jan 24, 2022
Just before Christmas, the Heron
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Lunchtime trivia is engaging Village on the Thames residents
‘The residents sure know their trivia, and when I look out at them, I see big smiles’
Jan 21, 2022
One evening, Ruby Gallant was speaking with a
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COVID-19 booster vaccinations on the rise at Heron Terrace
To date, 85% of staff have received third dose of vaccine, while 75% of residents have received fourth immunization
Jan 19, 2022
Residents and team members at Heron Terrace
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New year’s resolutions and Positivity Wall start 2022 on the right foot at Waterloo Heights
‘We’ve all been bombarded with negative story lines in the news, so many of the activities this month will focus on positive and funny memories’
Jan 17, 2022
Waterloo Heights residents are kicking off 2022
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Twin Lakes Village caps off 2021 with fun-filled Christmas party
‘It was a great way to end the year with lots of laughs and smiles’
Jan 14, 2022
The residents of Twin Lakes Village ended 2021
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Waterloo Heights rings in 2022 with ‘Noon Year’s Eve’ celebration
‘We rang in 2022 with a positive attitude and hopes for a safe and fun new year’
Jan 12, 2022
Residents and team members at Waterloo Heights
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Two Afton Park RPNs create ‘survival kits’ to show support for colleagues
Samantha Corriveau and Cassidy Wilde made small care packages to ‘celebrate the team’s endurance during the pandemic’
Jan 10, 2022
Two registered practical nurses (RPNs) at Afton
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Team members turn Lanark Heights travelling tuck shop into train
‘The residents love the new Lanark Locomotion, as they have been all smiling and laughing as the train rolls by’
Jan 07, 2022
A travelling tuck shop has been such a big hit
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Waterloo Heights team collaborates to provide residents a memorable Christmas dinner
‘It was a beautiful night’
Jan 05, 2022
Team members from all departments worked
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S&R communities flourish with creativity in 2021
Some of the many innovative ideas teams came up with this year included Olympic-style games, a Timmies kiosk and a unique drumming program
Dec 22, 2021
One of the great strengths people working in
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How a Waterloo Heights team member is helping residents reach for the stars
Jacqui Reid earned a certificate in astrophysics and is using her love of space science to engage residents
Dec 20, 2021
Jacqui Reid has long had a fascination with
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Food-services teams serve up delicious stories in 2021
Team members demonstrate their love for their work and their dedication to residents through the meals they create
Dec 17, 2021
The food services teams working in Steeves &
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Property management team collects 136 food and household items for local charity
‘The Inn of the Good Shepherd was very appreciative for this donation, as this could help many people in need over the Christmas holidays’
Dec 15, 2021
The second annual holiday season charity drive
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Landmark Village ‘mitten tree’ is on track for another bountiful year
The tree has been quickly filling up with knitted clothing that will be donated to families in need
Dec 13, 2021
As Christmas approaches, the “mitten
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Holiday season kicks off at Landmark Village
Christmas shirts, a photo booth and lots of decorations mark the start of festivities
Dec 10, 2021
The holiday season officially kicked off at
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Team member ensures all Lanark Village residents have ‘Christmas lights’
Emily Amos has decorated each resident’s door with strings of paper lights for the holiday season
Dec 08, 2021
A Lanark Village team member has decked the
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Landmark residents enjoy autumn scenery and cider during October outing
Even rainfall couldn’t dampen a trip to Twin Pines Orchards & Cider House
Dec 06, 2021
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Great food, music and glamour mark Waterloo Heights Black Tie Night
‘The residents looked so fantastic’
Dec 03, 2021
Waterloo Heights was teeming with all the
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St. Andrew’s Terrace creates 350 poppies for Remembrance Day project
Residents, families, volunteers and staff knit and crocheted the poppies, which were displayed at sites across Cambridge
Dec 01, 2021
A member of the life enrichment team at St.
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The giving spirit of Christmas has started at Lanark Village
Residents donate 16 shoeboxes filled with items that will be sent to children in need
Nov 29, 2021
For the first time ever, Lanark Village is
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Asian-themed meal presents Trillium Villa residents with a tough choice
The chicken teriyaki and sweet-and-sour pork both looked so delicious residents couldn’t decide which one they wanted
Nov 26, 2021
The Trillium Villa food services team recently
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Heron Terrace team treated to a round of golf
‘It was so energizing to see their playful personalities and passion for life continue to shine outside work’
Nov 24, 2021
To thank Heron Terrace team members for their
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Waterloo Heights raises $230 to support Breast Cancer Society
Ribbon sale, 50-50 draw and pumpkin competition helped with the fundraising initiative
Nov 22, 2021
Waterloo Heights raised $230 for the Breast
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Lanark Heights celebrates South Asian culture
Residents enjoy a Diwali festival and lots of traditional food
Nov 19, 2021
Lanark Heights residents and team members
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A ‘we will make it work outlook’ ensures a happy Halloween at Heron Terrace
Residents carved pumpkins and watched trick-or-treaters
Nov 17, 2021
Even with cool, windy weather and
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Team members turn Landmark Village activity room into a haunted house
Collaboration creates a ‘spooktacular’ Halloween for residents
Nov 15, 2021
Landmark Village residents were treated to a
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The Flintstones make an appearance at Waterloo Heights Halloween party
Costume contests, entertainment and lots of sweet treats highlight Oct. 29 event
Nov 12, 2021
Waterloo Heights was briefly turned into the
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Westmount residents tapping into their creativity with recent crafts
Halloween and autumn inspire recent projects
Nov 10, 2021
Westmount Gardens residents have been busy thes
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S&R dietary teams showcase their creativity with fall-themed desserts
Cooks shared photos of their creations during a virtual seminar
Nov 08, 2021
Cooks representing the Steeves & Rozema
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Halloween returns to Fairview Towers
‘It makes us all feel good that we are able to give back’
Nov 05, 2021
After skipping Oct. 31 festivities in 2020 due
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Door decorating encourages Halloween creativity at Lanark Village
‘It’s so nice to see the residents and staff working together to create such a community, full of spirit and friendly competition’
Nov 03, 2021
Halloween came to Lanark Village early this yea
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Video submission earns Heron Terrace residents a $50 Tim Hortons gift card
Residents created a video highlighting the Residents’ Bill of Rights as part of an OARC contest
Nov 01, 2021
Heron Terrace residents received a $50 Tim
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Scarecrow exhibit is so popular with residents, Landmark Village made three trips
The annual autumn display in Petrolia brings back fond memories for those who have been visiting for many years
Oct 29, 2021
A scarecrow display in Petrolia is such a
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Westmount Gardens residents have a picture-perfect Grandparents Day
Life enrichment workers organize a special picture day to celebrate grandparents
Oct 27, 2021
When Grandparents Day came around this year, tw
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Westmount Gardens Thanksgiving highlighted by pumpkin pie social
Event featured live entertainment and, of course, pumpkin pie
Oct 25, 2021
During the Thanksgiving weekend, Westmount
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Landmark Village residents enjoy their own fall fair
The success of the summer carnival in June sparked the idea to bring an Ontario autumn tradition to residents
Oct 22, 2021
Annual fall fairs are part of the cultural
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Lanark Village orange shirt sale raises money for First Nations charity
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation also sparks conversations about injustices Indigenous Peoples faced in residential schools
Oct 20, 2021
Lanark Village honoured the first National Day
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German food and Chicken Dance highlight Waterloo Heights Oktoberfest celebration
Residents and team members celebrate famed Bavarian beer festival
Oct 18, 2021
Plates of authentic German food and the
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Resident-driven meal program is bringing favourite restaurant foods to Westmount
Small groups of residents have recently enjoyed Swiss Chalet chicken and a fish supper from a local fish-and-chip restaurant
Oct 15, 2021
If there’s one thing that unites most
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Lanark Village residents enjoy a true autumn experience: apple picking
‘There’s nothing like an apple picked right off the tree to bring back to your home to enjoy’
Oct 13, 2021
Plucking a ripe apple from a tree is a true way
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Landmark Village team organizes Oktoberfest for residents
Beer, Alpine hats and music mark celebration of Bavarian culture
Oct 08, 2021
Landmark Village residents and team members
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Making wishes and a Tim Hortons cart marked Residents’ Council Week at Twin Lakes
The week was celebrated among residents, their families and team members
Oct 06, 2021
Residents’ Council Week was acknowledged
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Afton Park residents’ pizza-party wish is granted
‘Taking the time to listen to our residents truly pays off’
Oct 04, 2021
Whenever one of the Food Talk meetings comes
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Lanark Heights walk raises $1,110 for Parkinson Society
Residents, their families and team members participated in the 7th Walk for Parkinson’s the home has hosted
Oct 01, 2021
Lanark Heights residents and team members raise
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Knit and Chatter group resumes at Landmark Village
Residents are working on a knitting project called ‘worry worms’
Sep 29, 2021
With small-group activities opening up again at
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Groom surprises his grandmother when he shows up at Westmount with his new bride
‘It was almost like we had royalty here’
Sep 27, 2021
Westmount Gardens resident Jean Humphrys
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Rosewood Village residents spend memorable afternoon at a ranch
‘There is one resident who is still talking about it’
Sep 24, 2021
Rosewood Village residents recently visited a
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Drumming class providing Landmark Village residents with a unique way to exercise
Residents are dancing in their seats
Sep 22, 2021
The beat goes on at Landmark Village.
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Afton Park residents treated to a sweet surprise during Food Talk meeting
Food services team provided banana splits for residents to enjoy while discussing new menu
Sep 20, 2021
When residents living in Afton Park
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Lanark Heights resident’s patio party dream comes true
John Schmidt helped plan the event, which featured music, dancing and refreshments
Sep 17, 2021
For about two years, Lanark Heights resident
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Waterloo Heights goes ‘under the sea’ for boat-cruise party
Event raises more than $100 for local hospice
Sep 15, 2021
Waterloo Heights recently took on an underwater
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Landmark Village brings back fond summertime memories with in-house ice cream truck
‘It was a very successful afternoon and we plan to do similar sweet-treat afternoons in the future’
Sep 13, 2021
Who doesn’t have fond memories of
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St. Andrew’s Terrace life enrichment team praised for outdoor programming they’ve created
‘I am so proud of the life enrichment team’
Sep 10, 2021
Life enrichment manager Sara Byma is commending
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Residents get new raised flower beds ready at Westmount Gardens
Old washtubs have been converted to decorative flower boxes
Sep 08, 2021
The Westmount Gardens life enrichment team and
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Lanark Heights and Lanark Village team up to bring ice cream truck to residents
‘The event was a huge success and both the homes had a blast’
Sep 03, 2021
Nothing beats a frozen treat on a hot day, and
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Landmark Village resident couple renews vows on 75th anniversary
Team members organized a memorable event for Bill and Fran Abbott
Sep 01, 2021
Landmark Village residents Bill and Fran Abbott
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In honour of 2020 Summer Games, Rosewood Village hosts Olympic week for residents
‘The residents loved it – they’re still talking about it’
Aug 30, 2021
In keeping with the spirit of the 2020 Tokyo
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Twin Lakes residents enjoy a memorable day at the beach
A recent trip to Mitchell’s Bay marked the first out-of-town excursion for residents since the pandemic began
Aug 27, 2021
Twin Lakes Village residents were recently
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Student commended for being 'a wonderful addition' to Westmount Gardens during placement
Stephanie Caverhill adapted well to working in LTC during a challenging time
Aug 25, 2021
Westmount Gardens life enrichment manager Deb
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Landmark Village residents ‘blossom’ with new program
Making tissue-paper flowers has been beneficial for residents in many ways
Aug 23, 2021
It may be summer, but Landmark Village was
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Gardening, rabbits and goslings highlight outdoor fun for Lanark Heights residents
The pleasures of watching new life form in the garden has helped take everyone’s mind of the pandemic
Aug 20, 2021
Summer is in full swing at Lanark Heights and
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REMINDER: S&R Scholarship applications are due Aug. 20
S&R is offering up to six $500 scholarships to the children and grandchildren of S&R team members
Aug 18, 2021
If you are eligible for one of the Steeves &
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Lanark Heights residents treated to a Caribbean holiday through the wonders of food
Team members organize a lunch with all the flavours of the West Indies
Aug 16, 2021
When you can’t travel to another land, yo
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Waterloo Heights residents showcase clothing, heirlooms during recent event
Wear Something Old Day was a chance for residents to reminisce and share the stories of their cherished items
Aug 13, 2021
A recent “fun day” at Waterloo
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40 Sarnia seniors enjoy lunch on Landmark Village
Collaboration with VON fits in with S&R’s mission of ‘creating communities that are good for life’
Aug 11, 2021
In recognition of Seniors’ Month in June,
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New addition to Heron Terrace life enrichment team commended for her dedication to residents
Sheila Dela Pena-Romero is making ‘a significant difference in each of the residents’ lives she comes in contact with’
Aug 09, 2021
Recently, Heron Terrace administrator Amy Swori
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Safe, outdoor entertainment returns to Landmark Village
Favourite local musical guests have been performing for residents this summer, and residents couldn’t be happier
Aug 06, 2021
It has been a long time coming, but outdoor
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S&R Scholarship applications are still available for children, grandchildren of S&R team members
Up to six $500 scholarships will be awarded to students studying health sciences or another approved education stream for the 2021-22 academic year
Aug 04, 2021
The Steeves & Rozema Group is offering up t
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Southgate Village residents treated to special breakfast to kick off Olympic Games
Team member Susan Davis is commended for going out of her way to deliver a memorable event
Jul 30, 2021
When the 2020 Summer Olympics kicked off July
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Waterloo Heights celebrates 52nd anniversary of Apollo 11 spaceflight
Activity director Jacqui Reid designed a fun and interactive program that was ‘out of this world’
Jul 28, 2021
With the 52nd anniversary of the first moon
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Tablecloth project brings together St. Andrew’s Terrace residents and staff
Tablecloths made by residents and staff will be used at home events
Jul 26, 2021
A project to make tablecloths at St.
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Strawberry social marks Canada Day at Westmount Gardens
Family business of resident couple donates the berries residents enjoyed on July 1
Jul 23, 2021
Canada’s 154th birthday was celebrated
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Lanark Heights dedicates week to celebrating team members
Food, gifts and draws mark July Nursing Week at the Kitchener LTC community
Jul 21, 2021
Lanark Heights recently celebrated all team
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Westmount Gardens says goodbye to classic car that sat in the courtyard for 19 years
While the 1961 Cadillac Coupe de Ville is gone, it has found a new home where it will be restored
Jul 19, 2021
For 19 years, a cherry-red 1961 Cadillac Coupe de Ville sat in the
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Lanark Heights acknowledges World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15
Team members spent the day promoting awareness and educating peers about the importance of WEAAD
Jul 16, 2021
The interdisciplinary teams at Lanark Heights
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Two St. Andrew’s residents restore team member’s silver tea to its original shine
Ben Andrade and Gordon Willard enjoyed polishing Sara Byma’s silverware until it was looking like new
Jul 14, 2021
St. Andrew’s Terrace life enrichment
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Heron Terrace celebrating ‘immunity as a community’
86% of team members and counting now vaccinated
Jul 12, 2021
With the vast majority of team members now
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Landmark Village welcomes summer with Carnival Day
‘Residents had a blast playing the games’
Jul 09, 2021
It was a long time coming, but Landmark Village
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Local vendor treats Village on the Thames residents to complimentary ice cream
Bowl of Cream pays it forward and brings some sweet cheer to everyone
Jul 07, 2021
Residents of the Village on the Thames were
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St. Andrew’s Terrace volunteers honoured with safe appreciation event
Volunteers were treated to a safe visit with residents, a lunch and flowers
Jul 05, 2021
Volunteers are a major part of the fabric at St
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REMINDER: Applications for S&R Scholarships are due Aug. 20
S&R is awarding up to six $500 scholarships to the children and grandchildren of team members
Jul 02, 2021
The Steeves & Rozema Group would like to
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Lanark Heights team ‘keeping spirits high and our taste buds engaged’
Food and drink carts have been a hit with residents, and outdoor visits and warmer weather have also helped maintain a positive atmosphere
Jun 30, 2021
There’s old adage that says, “when
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Creative pins and the Chicken Dance highlight recent Landmark Village Fun Days
‘I try to find odd holidays; it makes for more fun,’ says fun co-ordinator Brent Hart
Jun 28, 2021
Landmark Village team members recently continue
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Local artist brings ‘magik stiks’ project to Westmount Gardens
Kathleen Abley recently left two hand-painted sticks in the courtyards for residents to find
Jun 25, 2021
In the early days of the COVID-19
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Former Heron Terrace chef returns to treat everyone to a Chinese meal
Nhi Chieu left Heron Terrace in 2015 to open his own restaurant, but his heart stayed close to residents and staff
Jun 23, 2021
Nhi Chieu worked as head chef at Heron Terrace
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Longtime Village on the Thames team members recognized for their service
Six team members were honoured for five to 30 years of service
Jun 21, 2021
The Village on the Thames recently honoured six
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Lanark Heights and local nursing team collaborate to immunize 109 people
Residents, team members and essential caregivers received the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine
Jun 18, 2021
Lanark Heights recently partnered with a local
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Jersey Day returns to Waterloo Heights
Residents and team members encouraged to wear their favourite sports team’s gear
Jun 16, 2021
Waterloo Heights recently hosted its annual
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Westmount Gardens residents, team members walk to raise money for Alzheimer Society
Team member Lora Blackett did a ‘wonderful job’ organizing this year’s event, says LE manager Deb Lines
Jun 14, 2021
For the second straight year, the annual IG
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Administrator takes gardening lesson from Heron Terrace residents
‘It is one memory I will never forget,’ says Amy Sworik
Jun 11, 2021
Heron Terrace administrator Amy Sworik says she
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Classic Leafs-Habs rivalry comes to Rosewood Village
Two hockey fans place fun wager during white-knuckle playoff series
Jun 09, 2021
It’s arguably the oldest, fiercest rivalr
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St. Andrew’s Terrace celebrates warmer weather with tiki bar
Team members convert coffee kiosk to a tiki bar to serve tropical drinks
Jun 07, 2021
With warmer weather now here, St. Andrew’
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Waterloo Heights team brings Mexico to residents
Cinco de Mayo was celebrated with food and fun
Jun 04, 2021
Waterloo Heights team members
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Westmount Gardens is blooming, thanks to residents and their families
‘They are all very proud of their efforts’
Jun 02, 2021
The courtyards at Westmount Gardens have been
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St. Andrew’s Terrace plant sale raises $1,050 for residents’ council
Proceeds from fundraiser will help support the home’s Garden Club
May 31, 2021
With COVID-19 safety precautions in full effect
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Chip truck visits Landmark Village so residents can enjoy long-standing Sarnia tradition
Residents enjoy ‘fries under the bridge,’ thanks to support from two local businesses and the creativity of a Landmark team member
May 28, 2021
It’s a long-standing tradition in the
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How a TV ad resulted in a delicious meal for Trillium Villa residents
Food services team prepares a special dinner of tortellini and pork ribs after chatting with a resident about a meal he saw on TV
May 26, 2021
Trillium Villa resident Bob Perry was watching
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Westmount Gardens’ resident nurses honoured on Nursing Day
Retired nurses all received a corsage and participated in festivities
May 21, 2021
The Westmount Gardens team used International
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Landmark team member makes headlines for being youngest vaccine recipient in the region
16-year-old Oscar Allen received his first COVID-19 vaccination May 5
May 19, 2021
A 16-year-old high school student working at
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Afton Park residents and staff celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Dietary team prepares special Mexican-themed meals for everyone to enjoy
May 17, 2021
Afton Park Place residents and team members
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New game invented by activity director is engaging Waterloo Heights residents
Jacqui Reid created Richer Picture by combining elements of Monopoly and bingo
May 14, 2021
Waterloo Heights residents have been enjoying a
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Many special birthdays were celebrated at Westmount Gardens in April
With more birthdays than usual in April, team members were busy helping residents celebrate
May 12, 2021
April saw a higher-than-normal number of
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S&R administrative assistants honoured on special day
The administrative assistants received baskets of begonias to thank them for their hard work
May 10, 2021
The hardworking office administrative assistant
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Heron Terrace wellness program is focusing on complimenting team members
So many kindness cards have been written, the home’s compliments box ‘exploded’
May 07, 2021
Heron Terrace administrator Amy Sworik recently
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New crosswalk installed outside Village on the Thames to enhance residents’ safety
Residents pushed city council for a crosswalk and city council listened
May 05, 2021
When a group of candidates running for office
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Westmount team members receive gift bags to remind them of their ‘heroic’ work
Anonymous community member wanted staff to know people in the community appreciate their hard work
May 03, 2021
Recently, Westmount Gardens front-line workers
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Applications open for 2021 S&R Scholarship Program
Up to six $500 scholarships will be awarded to the children and grandchildren of S&R team members for the 2021-22 academic year
Apr 30, 2021
If you are a post-secondary student who is 25 o
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Would you like to adopt a Balloon Buddy for an Afton Park resident?
51 colourful balloon sculptures are waiting to be adopted for the LTC home's residents
Apr 28, 2021
Just Baskits & Balloon Decor has delivered
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2 Quebec launches new recycling program on Earth Day
A tenant of the Guelph apartment building requested the service and the management team worked to implement it
Apr 26, 2021
Residents and staff members at 2 Quebec had a
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Students send kind greetings to Waterloo Heights residents to keep spirits high
‘The students put a lot of work into the cards, and they certainly brought many smiles to Waterloo Heights’
Apr 23, 2021
Waterloo Heights residents were recently on the
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St. Andrew’s Terrace residents get their own Tim Hortons
Residents now have a kiosk where they can line up to get coffee, tea and doughnuts
Apr 21, 2021
One thing St. Andrew’s Terrace residents
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Pandemic has strengthened resident-centred focus: administrators
S&R LTC administrators discuss how teams came together to keep residents’ quality of life high
Apr 19, 2021
Resident-centred focus is a cornerstone of ever
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Bunny Bingo brings smiles and laughter to St. Andrew’s Terrace during Easter
The activity combined an Easter theme with residents’ love of bingo
Apr 16, 2021
The St. Andrew’s Terrace life enrichment
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Waterloo Heights residents visited by two Easter bunnies
Activity director Jacqui Reid’s pet rabbit and team member Bonnie Rice, dressed in a bunny costume, helped make Easter special
Apr 14, 2021
A single Easter bunny was not enough, so two
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March marks a busy month at Twin Lakes Village
Vaccinations, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and Balloon Buddies among the highlights
Apr 12, 2021
From completing resident COVID-19 vaccinations
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Community kindness helps St. Andrew’s residents enjoy special meals
After a Christmas fundraiser to buy residents a holiday meal surpassed its goal, residents were treated to a second takeout meal
Apr 09, 2021
St. Andrew’s Terrace residents recently
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Clay sculpting comes to Westmount Gardens
Residents tap into their creativity with an innovative program
Apr 07, 2021
Westmount Gardens residents have been trying
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Shelter offers comfortable window visits for Westmount Gardens families year-round
A new gazebo-like structure provides protection from all the elements
Mar 31, 2021
Wanting window visits to be comfortable for
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Beer-tasting event marks Afton Park St. Patrick’s Day
Team members hosted a safe, fun event for residents on March 17
Mar 29, 2021
A pint of good beer is always an essential
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Heron Terrace celebrates team members on St. Patrick’s Day
Team members enjoyed a staff appreciation barbecue to thank them for their hard work
Mar 26, 2021
Heron Terrace managers used St. Patrick’s
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How a stuffed mouse makes every holiday special at St. Andrew’s Terrace
Resident Tina Gray most recently decorated the mouse for St. Patrick’s Day
Mar 24, 2021
Whenever a special occasion comes around, St.
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Westmount Gardens residents receive both doses of COVID-19 vaccine
‘There is excitement and a sense that there is a light at the end of the tunnel’
Mar 22, 2021
Almost all of the residents of Westmount Garden
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Westmount Gardens team goes all-out to make St. Patrick’s Day special for residents
Residents were treated to special lunch and lots of treats on March 17
Mar 19, 2021
While there wasn’t the traditional pub
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Southgate Village helps resident couple celebrate 69th anniversary
Hector and Carabel Ringrose treated to a fancy meal with champagne on their special day
Mar 17, 2021
Southgate Village helped a resident couple
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Heron Terrace residents pay it forward to the bird community
On Feed the Birds Day, residents made special feeders to help nourish birds during the cold month of February
Mar 15, 2021
Heron Terrace residents recently participated i
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Even with safety restrictions in place, Landmark residents still enjoy bingo
Fun co-ordinator’s creative thinking allows a resident-favourite activity to continue
Mar 12, 2021
Since Landmark Village fun co-ordinator Brent
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Westmount Gardens celebrates International Women’s Day
‘This was certainly a fun, feel-good program for the ladies who participated’
Mar 10, 2021
In honour of women living and working at
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Window visiting continues popularity at Heron Terrace
Family members speak to the value these visits bring to them and their loved ones
Mar 08, 2021
With restrictions in place to keep residents
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Weekly games help keep Landmark Village team members’ spirits high
‘The winner gets a prize, but the main focus is getting everyone involved, and it's great to hear and see staff enjoying it’
Mar 05, 2021
While the global COVID-19 pandemic has created
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Waterloo Heights Olympic-style competition engages residents and team members
‘The residents and staff all participated, and the competition was high’
Mar 03, 2021
Waterloo Heights recently wrapped up an
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St. Andrew’s residents ring in 2021 with safe wine-and-cheese event
Residents’ council sponsors annual celebration
Mar 01, 2021
Every time new year’s eve rolls around,
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Christmas creativity flourishes at Westmount Gardens during holidays
Window and door decorating were big hits with residents and team members
Feb 26, 2021
Westmount Gardens life enrichment manager Deb
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Heron Terrace info sessions helped answer questions about COVID vaccination
‘This was a wonderful opportunity to share fact-based information’
Feb 24, 2021
Before Heron Terrace residents and team members
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Afton Park residents receive first dose of Moderna vaccine
116 residents and 10 team members immunized against COVID-19
Feb 22, 2021
Afton Park Place residents and some team member
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S&R home office team members were ‘Santa and his elves’ at Trillium Villa
Team members personally dropped off gifts for staff members’ children and grandchildren just before Christmas
Feb 19, 2021
On Dec. 17, team members from the Steeves &
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Landmark Village residents ring in 2021 with luxurious New Year’s Eve dinner
Team members collaborate to create a safe event that has become a favourite yearly tradition
Feb 17, 2021
Landmark Village has a tradition of serving a
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Every Thursday is Valentine’s Day at St. Andrew’s Terrace
Residents and team members have been making the most of the season of love
Feb 12, 2021
Throughout February, every Thursday has been
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Waterloo Heights gearing up for Valentine’s week
Residents and team members will be sharing marriage and dating advice throughout the week
Feb 10, 2021
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, but
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Lunchtime carolling was a big hit during Landmark Village’s 12 days of Christmas
‘It has become rewarding, seeing the residents smile and clap’
Feb 08, 2021
Landmark Village team members singing Christmas
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Westmount resident proudly accepts Special Service Medal on behalf of her husband
Lois Hance was both happy and surprised when she received the medal late last year
Feb 05, 2021
Before Remembrance Day, Westmount Gardens
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Lanark Village resident inspires new street signs
Thanks to Derick Haywood and executive director, Bradley Lukas, finding Lanark Village has become easier
Feb 03, 2021
If you’re in the neighbourhood near Lanar
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Landmark Village Christmas party brings team together for some end-of-year fun
Social committee’s work fundraising all year helped make the event successful
Feb 01, 2021
The annual Landmark Village team Christmas part
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Trillium Villa resident gets first COVID-19 vaccination from Lambton Public Health
Valerie Verberg, along with other residents of the Sarnia LTC community, received the Moderna vaccine Jan. 26
Jan 29, 2021
Lambton Public Health (LPH) began the first
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Balloon Buddies brighten Rosewood Village residents’ day
A donation from Baskits & Balloon Decor ‘brought much happiness and smiles throughout the building to all residents and staff’
Jan 27, 2021
Thanks to some heartfelt community spirit,
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Afton Park team collaborates to deliver residents a merry Christmas
‘To this day, our residents are still talking about how lovely and important we made them feel on Christmas Day’
Jan 25, 2021
Even with precautions in effect to keep everyon
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With safety top of mind, Landmark Village residents enjoy a Christmas party
‘We held one big one for all residents in our dining area, allowing for everyone to social distance and still enjoy some Christmas fun’
Jan 22, 2021
Christmas is a time for people to gather and
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Great food and fun highlight Lanark Heights’ Christmas and new year’s celebrations
With safety protocols in effect, team members were able to help residents make the most of the holidays
Jan 20, 2021
With protocols in effect to keep everyone safe
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Family members and Twin Lakes team organize surprise birthday parade for resident
Lexie Scott says she had her ‘best birthday ever’
Jan 18, 2021
Twin Lakes Village resident Lexie Scott says sh
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Heron Terrace creates memorable Christmas for residents during a challenging time
Gifts, music and safe Santa visits helped spread holiday joy
Jan 15, 2021
Although this past Christmas was different from
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Lanark Village residents treated to a taste of Trinidad at Christmas
Culinary manager Sharon Chase prepared a traditional rum cake for residents to enjoy
Jan 13, 2021
Before Christmas, Lanark Village culinary
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Property Management division treats Kenwick Place residents to special gifts
With the annual luncheon cancelled, team members still wanted to show their appreciation at Christmas
Jan 11, 2021
Before Christmas, team members from the Steeves
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Waterloo Heights team keeps holiday spirit high with activities
The pandemic has separated residents and their families, so team members worked hard to make the holiday season memorable
Jan 08, 2021
During the holiday season, residents of Waterlo
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‘Crazy hat day’ brings smiles to Landmark residents, and that was the plan
‘We wanted to show that even in harder times we are still having fun and creating laughter’
Jan 06, 2021
What happens when you combine Christmas spirit
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Heron Terrace team receives COVID-19 vaccine
‘We are doing our part to ensure the safety of the ones we live with and care for each and every day’
Jan 04, 2021
For the Heron Terrace team, 2021 is starting on
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Village on the St. Clair team member transforms pub room into a ‘winter wonderland’
‘Her creativity has amazed the residents and they are commenting daily on how beautiful the room looks’
Dec 23, 2020
Village on the St. Clair receptionist Louise
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Landmark Village resident Bruce Murray gets the royal treatment for his 100th birthday
‘It was a wonderful surprise for Bruce, and a well-deserved one’
Dec 21, 2020
The Landmark Village team recently hosted an
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Rosewood Village is once again ‘adopting’ a family this Christmas
‘We have so much fun doing this each year because it brings so much joy in our home for employees and residents’
Dec 18, 2020
The Rosewood Village team is once again
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S&R Property Management division makes large donation of goods to charity
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul received household items, food, toys and pet food the team collected
Dec 16, 2020
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s mission
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Residents, staff show support for Village on the St. Clair in-house Christmas bazaar
By making some changes, the annual fundraiser for the Village’s residents’ council was able to carry on
Dec 14, 2020
Every year, the Village on the St. Clair hosts
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Rosewood Village team Christmas party ‘a great success’
Fun, food and the Christmas spirit were the ingredients that made for a memorable team event
Dec 11, 2020
Rosewood Village team members celebrated the
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Landmark Village using creative fundraising ideas this holiday season
Door-decorating and wall bingo are among the ways residents and team members are raising money
Dec 09, 2020
With Christmas right around the corner, the
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Lanark Heights resident veteran honoured with certificate for her service
Lila Stagg served as a chef in the RCAF during the Second World War
Dec 07, 2020
Lanark Heights resident Lila Stagg was recently
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Keeping Westmount residents and families connected during the pandemic has been key to happiness
Team members from all departments credited for maintaining a high quality of life for residents during a challenging time
Dec 04, 2020
Keeping residents engaged with their families
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Theme Thursdays have been keeping spirits high at St. Andrew’s Terrace
‘It’s simple, it’s fun and anyone can participate – residents and staff from all departments’
Dec 02, 2020
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March, St.
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Mitten Tree returns to Landmark Village
There has been increased need this year for the knitted items residents make, says team member Brent Hart
Nov 30, 2020
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has created a nee
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Waterloo Heights hosts a night on the town without leaving home
The annual Black Tie Night, which followed safety protocols, was a big hit with residents
Nov 27, 2020
With protocols in place to keep everyone safe
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Lanark Heights celebrates Diwali
Celebration of the Indian festival of lights was engaging for both residents and team members
Nov 25, 2020
Residents and team members at Lanark Heights
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Love of music brings St. Andrew’s Terrace residents together
The life enrichment team created musical activities aimed at younger residents and Portuguese-speaking residents
Nov 23, 2020
Music has long been a vehicle that unites
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Heron Terrace Remembrance Day service brings ‘shared emotion’ for residents and staff
‘It was such an amazing service that was personalized for our veterans, as we are honoured they live with us’
Nov 20, 2020
Heron Terrace hosted a Remembrance Day service
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S&R announces eight recipients of annual scholarship
Due to the high number and quality of applications, S&R added two additional $500 scholarships this year
Nov 18, 2020
The Steeves & Rozema Group has announced
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Lanark Heights pays tribute to veterans on Remembrance Day
Residents from each neighbourhood honours veterans
Nov 16, 2020
The Lanark Heights team hosted Remembrance Day
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Waterloo Heights residents share advice to get through challenging times
‘Advice is timeless, no matter what is happening in the world, these shared words can have a significant impact on an individual’
Nov 13, 2020
In these challenging times, it can be
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Costume-clad pups visit Rosewood Village for Halloween
Team members brought their dogs in to spend a memorable afternoon with residents
Nov 11, 2020
The Rosewood Village team combined two things
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Waterloo Heights brings Oktoberfest to residents
Team members organize a safe celebration of the famous German festival
Nov 09, 2020
With one of the largest German communities in
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Landmark Village residents treated to an in-house Tim Hortons day
Team members were inspired after reading an S&R Today story about a Timmies drive-thru at Rosewood Village
Nov 06, 2020
A recent S&R Today story inspired the folks
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Pumpkin patch highlights the spirit of the season at Lanark Village
Team members have created a decorative display that has been a source of pride for everyone
Nov 04, 2020
Thanks to the creativity of Lanark Village team
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Lanark Heights raises more than $1,000 for Parkinson Society
Residents and team members participate in the charity’s Walk the Block for Parkinson’s event
Nov 02, 2020
Lanark Heights residents and team members raise
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REMINDER: Deadline for S&R Health Care Scholarship is Nov. 3
S&R is offering scholarships up to $3,000 for Lambton County students pursuing health-care careers
Oct 30, 2020
If you are a student living in Lambton County
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Thanksgiving tree underscores the importance of resident-centred long-term care
Heron Terrace residents lead the way designing colourful decoration of gratitude
Oct 28, 2020
Heron Terrace life enrichment worker Dorothy
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Administrators reflect on their team members coming together during pandemic
S&R LTC teams have been cohesive, resilient and resident-focused, administrators say
Oct 26, 2020
When the global COVID-19 pandemic began in
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Lanark Heights team helps resident celebrate 103th birthday
Although a birthday party was not possible, Mary St. Cyr was still provided with a memorable day
Oct 23, 2020
Lanark Heights resident Mary St. Cyr turned 103
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Local trumpet player performs outdoors for Heron Terrace residents
‘The idea was to provide some nice musical entertainment and to bring them some joy during this pandemic’
Oct 21, 2020
A talented, young local musician named Ashna
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Waterloo Heights celebrates all things apple
Lunchtime on Sept. 28 was filled with outdoor entertainment and lots of apples
Oct 19, 2020
Waterloo Heights hosted its annual Apple Social
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Westmount supports team member’s charity run, $2,175 raised
Rick Luiting ran 10 km to raise funds for Cassie and Friends Society
Oct 16, 2020
Westmount Gardens maintenance lead hand Rick
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Family, staff and community collaboration delivers a memorable 100th birthday to Westmount resident
A large parade and a brass band help Coral Poole celebrate milestone birthday
Oct 14, 2020
It’s not every day that someone living at
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Lanark Heights celebrates residents’ council and grandparents with food-filled week
Each day residents were treated to a special surprise from the travelling food cart
Oct 09, 2020
From Sept. 14 to Sept. 18, the folks at Lanark
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Rosewood Village creates Tim Hortons drive-thru for residents
‘A round of applause to the Rosewood employees for this wonderful idea’
Oct 07, 2020
If you can’t take everyone to the local
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Thirsty Thursdays have been a huge success at Southgate since the pandemic began
Residents are enjoying a new cocktail every week, and the in-house mixologists have learned a new skill
Oct 05, 2020
Every Thursday afternoon since the pandemic
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Country Western Day carries on at Waterloo Heights
With safety protocols in effect, residents were able to enjoy annual event
Oct 02, 2020
Things may have been a little different this
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FaceTime brings representatives from two LTC homes’ residents’ councils together
Residents from Westmount Gardens and Henley Place share their thoughts and experiences during pandemic
Sep 30, 2020
Westmount Gardens partnered with another London
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Lanark Heights manager cites relationship building and creative environment as highlights of new position
Melissa Abdul says her new job has helped her tap into her strengths
Sep 28, 2020
Building strong relationships with residents an
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Westmount Gardens resident enjoys a family outing, thanks to new ministry directive
Joanne Nuyten becomes the first Westmount resident to have a short-stay visit outside the home since the pandemic began
Sep 25, 2020
Joanne Nuyten recently became the first
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S&R communities embrace creativity to deliver meaningful programming during pandemic
Team members have been effectively balancing safety with fun
Sep 23, 2020
Creativity is one of the greatest strengths lif
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Lanark Heights manager discusses her career choice and starting a new job during a pandemic
‘I’ve done a lot in health care in general, but long-term care seems to be my purpose,’ says acting life enrichment manager Melissa Abdul
Sep 21, 2020
When Melissa Abdul was planning her career path
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Westmount resident walks to raise money for charity supporting cancer patients
Paul McPherson, 85, has so far raised $1,500 for Wellspring London and Region
Sep 18, 2020
Westmount Gardens resident Paul McPherson
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New fun co-coordinator enjoys being creative at Twin Lakes Village
Kaylene Hagen says she sees the positive difference activities make in residents’ lives
Sep 16, 2020
Using her creative talents, tapping into her
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Lanark Heights Carnival Day celebrates end of summer
Food, games and lots of laughs marked the special event
Sep 14, 2020
Lanark Heights residents and team members
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Bingo returns to Village on the Thames, thanks to two team members’ initiative
Tuela Lawson and Brenda Shaw are applauded for stepping in to fill a gap in programming
Sep 11, 2020
Village on the Thames resident services manager
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Landmark Village residents create door posters in a safe environment
By modifying programs to meet safety standards, residents can still enjoy many of their favourite activities
Sep 09, 2020
A group of Landmark Village residents recently
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S&R Health Care Scholarship drive kicks off for 11th straight year
Scholarships up to $3,000 are possible this year for students across Lambton County pursuing health-care careers
Sep 04, 2020
For the 11th straight year, the Steeves &
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Tropical Day provides memorable staycation for Lanark Heights residents
‘It was the talk of the home’
Sep 02, 2020
Since Toronto’s famed Caribana festival
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Working at Westmount Gardens has brought Deb Lines back to her ‘roots’
‘I love being back with the residents, and I am with a great life enrichment team as well’
Aug 31, 2020
Deb Lines describes the day she started her
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Twin Lakes residents take virtual trip to Hawaii
Team members design a creative program that delivered a safe, fun and educational experience
Aug 28, 2020
While the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic has
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Lanark Heights residents and team members celebrate Eid al-Adha
‘We have such a multicultural group of residents and team members here, and we like to celebrate that’
Aug 26, 2020
Residents at Lanark Heights had a chance to
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Westmount residents have adjusted well to changes in recent months, manager says
‘Their lives as a whole inside the home have been disrupted, but they’ve done a remarkable job,’ says Deb Lines
Aug 24, 2020
While there have been many changes
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Trillium Villa recognizes long-time team members with Service Award Selfies
13 team members honoured for their years of dedication
Aug 21, 2020
Trillium Villa Nursing Home recently honoured
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Waterloo Heights residents are enjoying weekly outdoor concerts
‘It’s been a great way to do singalongs and get the residents dancing from their balconies’
Aug 19, 2020
Having a wide array of musical
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Deadline to submit S&R scholarship applications is Aug. 21
For the 10th straight year, S&R is awarding six $500 scholarships to children and grandchildren of team members
Aug 17, 2020
If you are eligible for one of the Steeves &
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Much-loved bingo comes back to Landmark Village with safety protocols in effect
‘We’re modifying activities so we can still have fun safely’
Aug 14, 2020
While the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic has
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Shell employees spread cheer at the Village on the St. Clair
As part of Shell’s Fuelling Kindness initiative, the employees brought carnations for everyone and created inspiring chalk art
Aug 12, 2020
The folks living and working at the Village on
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Efforts from Rosewood families and staff have made coping with pandemic easier for residents
From window visits to video calls to safe activities, residents have been able to stay in touch with their loved ones and have been keeping busy
Aug 10, 2020
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Heron Terrace transforms family apartment into lounge for safe visitation
The new lounge has been ‘full of laughter, lots of conversation, smiles and some happy tears’
Aug 07, 2020
In an effort to maximize the experience of
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Westmount Gardens honours resident Jean Smith on her 104th birthday
‘Jean’s birthday drew us all together as a big family’
Aug 05, 2020
Westmount Gardens resident Jean Smith turned 10
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S&R scholarship applications due Aug. 21
For the 10th straight year, six $500 scholarships are being offered to children and grandchildren of S&R team members
Jul 31, 2020
The Steeves & Rozema Group is reminding
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A new program idea ‘blossoms’ at St. Andrew’s Terrace
Volunteer co-ordinator Deana Vellenga hopes to create self-guided garden museum in the home’s refurbished courtyards
Jul 29, 2020
Now that the St. Andrew’s Terrace
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Rosewood celebrates resident’s 100th birthday; family says thank you by donating an iPad
Lillian Price was treated to a parade on her special day
Jul 27, 2020
The family of Rosewood Village resident Lillian
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Outdoor visits have been a hit for Westmount Gardens residents and families
Staff created a special patio with an awning so residents and families can have safe outdoor time together
Jul 24, 2020
Westmount Gardens residents and their families
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Rotary Club donates 500 face shields to Trillium Villa team
Staff is grateful for the support from the Rotary Club and others in the community since the global pandemic began
Jul 22, 2020
Team members at Trillium Villa were on the
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Heron Terrace monument honours team members for their dedication during pandemic
Wall of Gratitude, Fame and Growth features photos of ‘superhero’ team members alongside family members’ kind words for them
Jul 20, 2020
Heron Terrace has created a monument at the
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A 221 Queen team member wanted a cape to match her mask. She got two
Fairview Towers and 2 Quebec teams match ‘Super Nancy’ Koehmstedt’s humour with some of their own
Jul 17, 2020
On July 12, as Waterloo Region was about to
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Westmount Gardens treated to a ‘berry’ generous donation
Resident couple’s son, who owns a local berry farm, provided many boxes of strawberries for residents and staff to enjoy
Jul 15, 2020
Westmount Gardens residents and team members
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Residents, RCAs help beautify St. Andrew’s Terrace courtyards
Project described as ‘a great opportunity’ for meaningful programming for residents
Jul 13, 2020
When the St. Andrew’s Terrace courtyards
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Resident, community, family support is helping Village on the St. Clair get through pandemic
The Sarnia seniors living community is thanking everyone for their kindness and understanding
Jul 10, 2020
The Village on the St. Clair team is grateful
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Heron Terrace team works together to create modified programs for residents
With regular programming cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, team members have tapped into their creativity to develop activities that mee
Jul 08, 2020
In an effort to keep the quality of life high
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Westmount Gardens included in citywide classic-car parade
‘It really warmed our spirits’
Jul 06, 2020
A group of classic-car enthusiasts and resident
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St. Andrew’s Terrace team members receive 2,520 K-cups from Nestlé
Donation will provide lots of coffee to team members
Jul 03, 2020
St. Andrew’s Terrace team members will
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RCAs commended by Lanark Heights for their help during pandemic
‘We are tremendously thankful for all they did for the residents’
Jun 29, 2020
Lanark Heights team members are commending the
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Fire department honours retired firefighter, a Westmount Gardens resident, with parade
Paul McPherson had a distinguished career with the fire department, and local firefighters wanted to acknowledge him with a special event
Jun 26, 2020
A distinguished retired firefighter who is now
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The Waterloo Heights team is tapping into their creativity to keep spirits high – and it’s working
From outdoor dance parties to hallway bingo, residents continue to enjoy a high quality of life while maintaining safety protocols during pandemic
Jun 24, 2020
Waterloo Heights team members have been tapping
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Afton Park turns gigantic rhubarb plant into many rhubarb pies
Residents, along with the food services and life enrichment departments, worked together to make this special dessert
Jun 22, 2020
When life handed Afton Park Place a gigantic
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Heron Terrace resident Barbara Root’s persistence has been key to improving her mobility
‘Barb is really happy with how far she has come’
Jun 19, 2020
With the help of the nursing rehabilitation
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Community support helping Westmount Gardens stay strong during pandemic
‘We have been the recipients of many kind gestures, for sure’
Jun 17, 2020
While residents and families are missing each other, and staff members are working extra hard to
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Southgate Village resident delivers speech thanking staff for keeping everyone safe during pandemic
While the COVID-19 crisis has presented uncertainty, Ann Fulton says team members have been a source of reassurance
Jun 15, 2020
Southgate Village resident Ann Fulton recently
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Afton Park helps two resident couples celebrate their anniversaries
Despite restrictions due to the pandemic, team members helped Steve and Cindy MacDougall and Wes and Carol Bergman celebrate their marriages
Jun 12, 2020
Celebrating special days like residents’
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S&R is inviting children, grandchildren of staff to apply for one of six $500 scholarships
For 10th straight year, these scholarships will be awarded to students 25 and under studying at approved programs at accredited post-secondary institu
Jun 10, 2020
For the 10th straight year, the Steeves &
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Westmount Gardens resident gets a surprise bagpipe performance at her window
June McCanghen was so impressed with her son-in-law’s bagpipe playing she even did a little jig
Jun 08, 2020
Westmount Gardens resident June McCanghen was
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Community, vendor, family support is helping Heron Terrace through challenging time
‘To see that people are behind us means a lot’
Jun 05, 2020
The local community, family members and
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Rosewood resident turns 100, community parade turns up to help her celebrate
‘Well, isn’t this just so wonderful, all these people,’ Lillian Price says of the 50-plus cars and their occupants who drove by to wish her well
Jun 03, 2020
While Rosewood Village resident Lillian Price
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Village on the St. Clair residents reach out to families with touching slide show
Residents hold personalized messages to their loved ones in a PowerPoint presentation accompanied by famous Stevie Wonder song
Jun 01, 2020
For residents of the Village on the St. Clair,
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With restrictions in place, Lanark Heights embraces creativity to keep residents busy
From playing bingo to celebrating Mother’s Day, team members have been finding ways to keep things interesting
May 29, 2020
With restrictions and safety protocols in place
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Westmount Gardens has spent the last month and a half celebrating team members
Managers adapted National Nursing Week to include all team members and have hosted events and activities to honour them since early April
May 27, 2020
National Nursing Week was May 11 to 17, but the
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Twin Lakes team members and their ears are thanking Joy Windsor
Resident crocheted 200-plus bands to relieve pressure on ears from face masks
May 25, 2020
When Twin Lakes Village resident Joy Windsor
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Lanark Village team member’s children make drawings for 91 residents
‘Our hearts were filled with warmth, and our residents were so very happy to receive the gesture’
May 22, 2020
The children of a Lanark Village team member
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Westmount Gardens creates Gratitude Wall to celebrate team members
Residents, families and staff can leave messages acknowledging the hard work everyone is undertaking during the global pandemic
May 20, 2020
Near the front entrance of Westmount Gardens is
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Family members treat the Waterloo Heights team to a pizza lunch
‘It was the nicest surprise and we felt so appreciated’
May 15, 2020
The Waterloo Heights team was on the receiving
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PSW’s hairstyling skills are keeping Heron Terrace residents looking their best
With the regular hairdresser unable to visit the home due to safety protocols, Moya Al Haindawi, who has a background in hairdressing, has been cuttin
May 13, 2020
With Heron Terrace’s hairdresser unable t
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Afton team members treated to healthy meals to thank them for hard work
86 meals from Freshii were provided to staff recently. This is one of many ways managers have been showing their appreciation during the ongoing pande
May 11, 2020
Afton Park Place managers wanted to show their
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Team member’s ingenuity has been ‘easy on the ears’ at Lanark Village
People were finding the straps from face masks were making their ears sore, so Lisa Irwin created special crocheted attachments that solved the proble
May 08, 2020
Wearing protective masks is essential to keep
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Residents’ family members rally support for Heron Terrace team
The loved ones of residents have been showing solidarity with Windsor LTC home during COVID-19 outbreak
May 06, 2020
Family members of Heron Terrace residents are
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Resident receives a happy surprise outside her window at Westmount Gardens
Marilyn Lefcoe was expecting her daughters to be there but didn’t know her granddaughter would be with them
May 04, 2020
One Westmount Gardens resident recently had a
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Support from families is brightening days at Rosewood Village
Families have been sending some much appreciated treats to team members to keep spirits high during global pandemic
May 01, 2020
Family members of Rosewood Village residents
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S&R applauding WRH and Essex-Windsor EMS for successful transfer of COVID-19-positive LTC residents to field site
This move will help ensure the residents have access to specialized care related to COVID-19 infection
Apr 29, 2020
The Steeves & Rozema Group and one of its
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Residents’ families support Afton Park residents and staff with parade
‘We had no idea what was happening, and then we looked and waved. It was great to see,’ said one resident
Apr 27, 2020
Afton Park Place residents and team members wer
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Village on the St. Clair was ‘hopping’ at Easter
Team members put on bunny ears and tails and danced down the halls. The residents loved it
Apr 24, 2020
With social distancing and other safety
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Heron Terrace resident enjoys a virtual birthday party with his family
Relatives from across Ontario join a video chat to wish Dan Czuchnowsky well on his special day
Apr 22, 2020
There are tight restrictions on family visits t
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Ted the Bear pops by Westmount Gardens to keep spirits high
From outside the home, Donald Clark, dressed in his bear costume, shows support for residents and staff
Apr 20, 2020
With Westmount Gardens closed to most visitors
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Families use their creativity to ‘visit’ Heron Terrace residents
Amid COVID-19 pandemic, residents are having meaningful communication with their families while adhering to safety protocols
Apr 17, 2020
Heron Terrace resident Cecile Quenneville was
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Zoom calls keeping Rosewood Village residents connected to their families
Although the COVID-19 pandemic is restricting in-house visits, modern technology is keeping residents and their loved ones in touch
Apr 15, 2020
While residents of Steeves & Rozema seniors
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Food and fun keeping spirits high at Trillium Villa
Residents and team members have been enjoying some creative themed meals lately
Apr 08, 2020
Much of the past month has been a challenging
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‘It’s times like these that I am reminded that we are all here for a greater purpose’
S&R team members praised for their hard work and dedication during pandemic
Apr 06, 2020
Steeves & Rozema director of employee
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Kitchener Domino’s gives free pizzas to Lanark Heights team
Pizza shop employees wanted to thank team members for the care they’re providing residents during pandemic
Apr 03, 2020
Superheroes don’t always wear capes;
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Elvis helps inspire Heron Terrace resident in nursing rehab program
Blue Suede Shoes gets Paulette Newman toe tapping and knee bending
Apr 01, 2020
There’s nothing that gets Heron Terrace
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Team spreads St. Patrick’s Day cheer to Westmount Gardens residents
Safety protocols were in place, but team members were still able to deliver residents a memorable celebration of all that is Irish
Mar 30, 2020
While there were protocols in place on St.
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Innovative ideas are keeping Lanark Heights residents connected with families during pandemic
Team members are working hard to make sure everyone is staying in touch through video chatting
Mar 27, 2020
Lanark Heights team members are coming up with
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Team gets creative to keep spirits high at Westmount Gardens during pandemic
Staff members are thinking outside the box to put smiles on residents’ faces while adhering to important safety guidelines
Mar 25, 2020
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the
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Nursing rehab program has helped Heron Terrace resident move his legs again, 13 months after fall
Jeff Jenkins says he plans to continue working with the nursing rehab team and physio assistants. His next goal is to stand
Mar 23, 2020
Heron Terrace resident Jeff Jenkins is moving
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Afton Park residents raise money for Pathways, Salvation Army and Lunches for Learning
The Community Projects Club has come up with creative ideas to raise money
Mar 20, 2020
Between October and early March, the
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Westmount Gardens uses Valentine’s Day to celebrate both couples and veterans
The Feb. 14 event even included a visit from Miss Teenage London
Mar 18, 2020
This year’s Valentine’s Day
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Afton Park building on its Montessori programming
Team members from several departments have been participating in educational programs to learn more about creating programming and applying interventi
Mar 16, 2020
Afton Park Place is strengthening its Montessor
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Monday is the deadline for Quest for Success nominations
Team members are encouraged to nominate their colleagues in four areas of excellence
Mar 13, 2020
If you have not nominated an outstanding
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Heron Terrace residents provide university students with ‘teachable moment’
Resident focus group changes the direction of a project students are working on to create programming for seniors
Mar 11, 2020
A group of Heron Terrace residents helped some
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Afton Park residents are still talking about their Valentine’s dessert buffet
Food services team creates a variety of mouth-watering desserts that were presented in five-star resort fashion
Mar 09, 2020
For this past Valentine’s Day luncheon,
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Twin Lakes Village hosts party to celebrate residents and team members
The event honoured everyone who makes the Sarnia seniors living community a great place to live and work
Mar 06, 2020
It’s people that make Twin Lakes Village
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Harley the dog gets new shirt sporting Rosewood Village emblem
Fun co-ordinator Bev James was inspired to make her dog his own ‘work shirt’
Mar 04, 2020
Bev James’s dog Harley spends so much tim
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One of Heron Terrace’s key strengths is its talented volunteer base
Heron Terrace’s volunteers provide residents with a variety of quality programming
Mar 02, 2020
Having a variety of volunteers with many
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Quest for Success: S&R wants to know about your outstanding volunteers
Volunteer Recognition Award nominations can be submitted until March 15
Feb 28, 2020
Volunteers serving Steeves & Rozema’s
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Fine dining and entertainment mark Landmark Village Valentine’s Day
Second annual couples’ dinner helped 10 resident couples celebrate their love
Feb 26, 2020
Nothing
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Waterloo Heights sets new fundraising record in 2019
Residents and staff raised a whopping $4,266 through fundraising initiatives to help support the local Parkinson Society
Feb 24, 2020
Waterloo Heights residents and team members
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Residents enjoy a top-notch Italian meal at Trillium Villa Valentine’s celebration
Dietary team members collaborate to create memorable dinner
Feb 21, 2020
The Trillium Villa dietary team went all-out to
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Quest for Success: Who are the quality improvement leaders in your S&R community?
S&R looking for nominations for 2020 Quality Improvement Award
Feb 19, 2020
Continuously striving to enhance the resident
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Heron Terrace cook Pascal Tenthorey lauded for his resident-centred approach
‘I am very fortunate to have Pascal on my team because he is such a great worker’
Feb 14, 2020
There are great employees and then there are
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Heron Terrace has helped reunite four couples since September
Helping reunite spouses in LTC is one way Heron Terrace works to enhance the quality of life for residents
Feb 12, 2020
Heron Terrace has helped reunite four couples
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S&R looking for team members who’ve shown commitment to their communities, helping others
Nominations are being accepted for the annual Community Service Award
Feb 10, 2020
“Creating communities that are good for
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S&R LTC communities launch innovative way for residents, families to complete surveys
Questionnaires completed at iPad stands will help S&R continuously enhance residents’ experience
Feb 07, 2020
The Steeves & Rozema Group has added iPad
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Students create farm mural for new Afton Park Montessori program
Since many residents come farm farming backgrounds, this is the perfect theme to help them reminisce, says life enrichment manager
Feb 05, 2020
A group of students from Lambton Central
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‘We are a family within a family here’
Heron Terrace administrator Amy Sworik says great outcomes can happen when residents, their loved ones and team members collaborate
Feb 03, 2020
Great outcomes can happen when residents of
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S&R wants to hear about your colleagues who go ‘above and beyond’
Team members across the organization are encouraged to nominate their outstanding co-workers for the Above and Beyond Award before March 15
Jan 31, 2020
If there’s someone you work with in an
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Residents from S&R’s 7 LTC communities get rockin’ for music video contest
The videos encouraged resident collaboration, creativity and a whole lot of fun
Jan 29, 2020
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s seven
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Landmark Village ‘mitten tree’ helps support Salvation Army with clothing and food donation
Nearly all the mittens and hats donated were made by Landmark knitting group
Jan 27, 2020
During the holiday season, Landmark Village
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S&R’s annual Awards Celebration is April 16. Have you made your nomination?
Outstanding team members and groups can be nominated in 4 categories
Jan 24, 2020
The Steeves & Rozema Group is encouraging
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There's a new, creative way to help Heron Terrace residents celebrate birthdays
When a resident has an upcoming birthday, they can choose from a customized menu
Jan 22, 2020
Heron Terrace food services manager Annette
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St. Andrew’s Terrace receives 5th Readers’ Choice award
Administrator Mark Van Dyke credits the honour to team members and volunteers who make a positive impact on the local community
Jan 20, 2020
St. Andrew’s Terrace recently received it
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A ‘superhero’ effort helps S&R earn honours for best commercial float at Sarnia Christmas parade
S&R float entry featured a creative array of comic-book superheroes
Jan 17, 2020
It was literally a “superhero-like”
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Lanark Heights’ RPN shadowing initiative is helping maximize talent
Two team members, Tintu Thomas and Eunse Kim, are examples of the program’s success
Jan 15, 2020
Lanark Heights has been successful at maximizin
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Rosewood Village helps support young family through Salvation Army initiative
Residents, families and team members collected a ‘huge amount’ of clothing, toys and other items
Jan 13, 2020
Rosewood Village team members, residents and
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Santa makes a stop at Fairview Towers
Annual tradition builds a strong sense of community at Kitchener apartment building
Jan 10, 2020
An annual holiday season tradition was carried
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Afton team members support resident’s talent for making jewelry
Susan Goulding sold her creations during the annual Afton Park Christmas bazaar
Jan 08, 2020
Afton Park Place resident Susan
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S&R communities score big with fundraising in 2019
Team members embrace an important part of the S&R culture
Jan 06, 2020
Supporting charitable organizations and worthy
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Lanark Heights engages residents in team member’s baby shower
Games and reminiscing mark party held in honour of quality co-ordinator Tintu Thomas
Jan 03, 2020
The Lanark Heights team recently hosted a baby
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Happy holidays to everyone!
S&R Today will resume publication on Friday, Jan. 3
Dec 23, 2019
We would like to wish all of our readers a happ
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Second seafood luncheon a big hit with Village on the Thames residents
Lobster-roll sliders, Manhattan clam chowder and soft-shell crabs were featured at the second seafood-themed Chef’s Table
Dec 20, 2019
Some Village on the Thames residents were
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S&R seniors living division hosts pyjama party for team members
Villages get together for an evening of fun, food and games
Dec 18, 2019
Team members from Steeves & Rozema
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Teamwork among many stakeholders ensured St. Andrew’s bazaar’s success
Residents, volunteers, families, vendors and staff helped raise record-breaking funds that will support the LTC home’s residents’ council
Dec 16, 2019
The St. Andrew’s Terrace annual Christmas
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Waterloo Heights Christmas bazaar raises $535 for Parkinson Society
‘We had a lot of shoppers and a lot of fun’
Dec 13, 2019
Activity co-director Jacqui Reid says the annua
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Westmount Gardens is using aromatherapy to enhance quality of life for residents
15 team members have received training on the assessment and production of aromatherapy products for LTC residents
Dec 11, 2019
The Westmount Gardens team has started an
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Christmas bazaar sets a whopping fundraising record at St. Andrew’s Terrace
The annual event raised $8,882, which will be donated to the residents’ council to support activities and enhancing residents’ quality of life
Dec 09, 2019
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Southgate Village creates banner in honour of Kingsville’s veterans
The banner was one of many placed on lampposts in town as part of the Salute to Veterans initiative
Dec 06, 2019
Southgate Village recently participated in the
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Heron Terrace team members literally lining up to get their flu shot
Windsor LTC community’s administrator arrives at work to find eager staff waiting to be vaccinated
Dec 04, 2019
Heron Terrace administrator Amy Sworik says she
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Rosewood Village veteran proudly attends Remembrance Day service in Sarnia
John Mills, 96, never misses the annual ceremony at the Sarnia Cenotaph
Dec 02, 2019
Rosewood Village resident and Second World War
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S&R seniors living communities make the most of Halloween
Residents, team members and even some dogs got into the spirit of the day
Nov 29, 2019
Steeves & Rozema seniors living communities
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Lanark Village apple-pie fundraiser nets more than $1,600 to support worthy causes
‘This is once again another amazing example of how Lanark supports the Steeves & Rozema commitment to ‘creating communities that are good for life’
Nov 27, 2019
Lanark Village recently hosted its fourth annua
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Annual Halloween parade brings children to Heron Terrace
For the past three Halloweens, children have been coming to the LTC community for treats before attending an event at a nearby church
Nov 25, 2019
Heron Terrace once again hosted its annual
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Trillium Villa team takes first place at Sysco Cook’s Day recipe challenge
Dietary team members created their watermelon cupcakes during annual contest
Nov 22, 2019
The Trillium Villa dietary team was named the
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‘If there is a 2019 Award for Excellence, we nominate Twin Lakes’ Oakwood branch’
Family of former resident reaches out to praise team members for the care they provided their mother
Nov 20, 2019
Kris Lawrence and her family have not forgotten
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Games and costume parade make for a happy Halloween at Lanark Heights
Residents and team members engaged in celebration of all things spooky
Nov 18, 2019
The folks at Lanark Heights made the most of
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Resident group proving to be helpful addition to Afton Park kitchen
‘Their smiles and enthusiasm is contagious’
Nov 15, 2019
When four Afton Park Place residents approached
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Heron Terrace honours veterans at Remembrance Day service
Team members also engaged children from the GrandPals program in the importance of the day
Nov 13, 2019
Heron Terrace hosted its annual Remembrance Day
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Student hopes co-op experience at Twin Lakes will help guide her career path
‘I wasn’t sure what I was wanting to do at first, but I really enjoy helping all the different staff at Twin Lakes,’ says Joryn Howie
Nov 11, 2019
Twin Lakes Village has welcomed a new co-op
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S&R showing support for Cdn overseas troops through Operation Christmas Cheer
250 signed Christmas cards are being sent to soldiers for the holidays
Nov 08, 2019
The Steeves & Rozema Group and several of
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Halloween party brings Fairview Towers community together
27 costume-clad children attend annual trick-or-treat event
Nov 06, 2019
Fairview Towers continued its annual Halloween
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Waterloo Heights team makes a donation that’s ‘for the birds’
Team members donate money for a new birdbath as well as make a contribution to the Humane Society
Nov 04, 2019
For the past three months, Waterloo Heights
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Westmount Gardens residents treated to their very own fall fair
‘This was our very first year doing this and it was amazing’
Nov 01, 2019
Ontario cities, towns and villages are known fo
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Wunderbar! Oktoberfest comes to Lanark Heights
Kitchener-Waterloo LTC community celebrates annual German festival with food, games and music
Oct 30, 2019
Kitchener-Waterloo hosts one of the largest
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Maintenance manager Tony Piette praised for his hard work
Colleagues say Tony goes above and beyond the call of duty to keep Village on the Thames looking its best
Oct 28, 2019
Village on the Thames maintenance manager Tony
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Village on the St. Clair residents enjoy a virtual bus tour across the globe
Residents experience the view from Moscow to Beijing on Life Journeys Bus
Oct 25, 2019
Village on the St. Clair residents had a unique
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Kenwick Place celebrates 40 years in Sarnia
The Sarnia apartment block hosted a recent gathering to honour long-time tenants and celebrate the history of the building
Oct 23, 2019
A recent celebration at Kenwick Place honoured
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Ice-cream social builds community spirit at Village on the Thames
Local mobile vendor provides free ice cream during Sept. 24 event
Oct 21, 2019
Village on the Thames hosted its first-ever
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Heron Terrace life enrichment team ‘rekindles’ residents’ love of gardening
Embracing residents’ interests has helped beautify Windsor LTC community
Oct 18, 2019
Heron Terrace administrator Amy Sworik says she
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Landmark Village WALK-IT event raises $603 for Parkinson Society
Money raised will help support services for people living with Parkinson’s in Sarnia-Lambton
Oct 16, 2019
Landmark Village residents and team members
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Meet Bruce Brogden, Village on the St. Clair’s honorary groundskeeper
S&R has created a special title for the resident, who is committed to keeping the senior living community looking its best
Oct 11, 2019
Since moving into the Village on the St. Clair
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A ‘finger-lickin’ good’ way to end summer
Village on the Thames residents treated to annual KFC picnic
Oct 09, 2019
Residents at the Village on the Thames were
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Trillium Villa’s Kelly Batson receives OLTCA Nursing Leadership Award
LTC community’s manager of resident care recognized for her leadership with medicinal cannabis program
Oct 07, 2019
Trillium Villa manager of resident care Kelly
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Twin Lakes Village WALK-IT event raises $221 for Parkinson Society
Money raised helps support Parkinson’s support services, education, advocacy and research in southwestern Ontario
Oct 04, 2019
Twin Lakes Village residents and team members
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Waterloo Heights garage sale nets $800-plus for Parkinson Society
Items that didn’t sell were donated to Vera’s Place, a home for women recovering from addition
Oct 02, 2019
Waterloo Heights usually hosts a garage sale
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Heron Terrace team hosts tea in honour of 2-year-old they've helped with fundraisers
Logan, who received a heart transplant last year, was at the event, which included a cheque presentation from S&R head office
Sep 30, 2019
Heron Terrace recently hosted a tea in honour o
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Cribbage board creates meaningful activity for Trillium Villa resident and PSW
Darlene Abbey knew one resident loved to play the card game, so she asked him to teach her
Sep 27, 2019
Not long ago, Trillium Villa personal support
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Grandparents Day celebration creates strong community connections at Village on the Thames
About 300 people attended the event, which celebrates grandparents and all they do
Sep 25, 2019
The Grandparents Day celebration at Village on
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S&R team helps spruce up group home during Day of Caring
Four head office team members paint and weed gardens at LCDS site
Sep 23, 2019
Steeves & Rozema head office team members
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Westmount Gardens helps reunite mother and sons
Harriet King and sons Bill and Wayne are now living together at the London, Ont. LTC community after a series of events split them up
Sep 20, 2019
The Westmount Gardens team has helped reunite a
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PSW discovers that Elvis is the key to helping Trillium Villa resident enjoy bathing
Darlene Abbey, who is also a BSO team member, underscores the importance of finding interventions based on residents’ interests
Sep 18, 2019
When a Trillium Villa resident was refusing to
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Toni Jordan celebrates 51 years living at Fairview Towers
Kitchener apartment block organizes a get-together as a show of appreciation
Sep 16, 2019
When Toni Jordan moved into Fairview Towers wit
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Village on the Thames events raise $540 for Heart and Stroke Foundation
When Big Bike relay didn’t come to Chatham-Kent this year, team members organized their own fundraisers
Sep 13, 2019
When team members at the Village on the Thames
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Landmark Village toasts two couples during its 10th anniversary party
Team members collaborated to make sure the event was a success
Sep 11, 2019
The Landmark Village team used its 10th
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Trillium Villa’s BSO cart is providing meaningful interventions for residents
PSW Darlene Abbey is finding that residents are coming to her when she’s doing her rounds
Sep 09, 2019
When personal support worker (PSW) Darlene Abbe
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New 90s Club members celebrated with steak lunch at Southgate Village
‘I think this is something we are going to do yearly now’
Sep 06, 2019
Southgate Village hosted a celebratory luncheon
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Landmark Village celebrates 10 years as Sarnia’s ‘cruise ship on land’
Residents and team members toast ‘Landmark anniversary’ with Hawaiian-themed event
Sep 04, 2019
Residents and team members at Landmark Village
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Lanark Village collects 22 backpacks for local schoolchildren
Residents and team members participate in Waterloo Regional Police Service’s second Backpack Challenge
Aug 30, 2019
The folks at Lanark Village showed their
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Early ‘goals of care’ meetings helping to enhance palliative care, says team member
Trillium Villa’s Cindy Slegers says discussions with residents and families ensures the right interventions are provided at the right time
Aug 28, 2019
Trillium Villa has been working on enhancing th
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VOTT raises the bar during 2019 Operation BackPacks campaign
Residents and team members fill 34 backpacks with school supplies for children from families in need
Aug 26, 2019
The Village on the Thames raised the bar during
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Trillium Villa team focusing on enhancing palliative care services
A recent fundraiser brought in $342 to help provide items for palliative care cart
Aug 23, 2019
The Trillium Villa palliative care committee
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The egg came before the chicken at Lanark Heights
Residents got to watch 5 chicks start their lives
Aug 21, 2019
A recent project undertaken by the Lanark
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Paint Nite helps Heron Terrace residents tap into their artistic talents
12 residents participate in first-of-its-kind event at Windsor LTC community
Aug 19, 2019
About 12 Heron Terrace residents tapped into
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S&R communities pitch in to help 6-year-old boy get optic nerve therapy
More than $2K raised across company-wide to help support Owen Black
Aug 16, 2019
Trillium Villa was one of the S&R
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Furry team member is making a difference at Trillium Villa
Residents have grown quite fond of Ivy the dog
Aug 14, 2019
The benefits that animals can bring to people
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Long-time Heron Terrace team members honoured for their service
Local MP and MPP were on-hand to congratulate 40 team members
Aug 12, 2019
Heron Terrace toasted its long-time team member
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Westmount team turns grief over the loss of a colleague into something positive
With support from S&R head office, $2,030 is raised for Heart and Stroke Foundation in Richard Seymour’s name
Aug 09, 2019
The Westmount Gardens team recently lost a
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Waterloo Heights celebrates fun in the sun with a Caribbean-themed party
Residents and team members enjoy a traditional Caribbean lunch accompanied by music from local steel-drum band
Aug 07, 2019
Given the heatwave Ontario has experienced in
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S&R residents among the 1,500 seniors who enjoyed landmark annual river cruise
Teamwork between volunteers, companies and organizations ensured Sarnia Seniors Cruise’s success
Aug 02, 2019
About 1,500 seniors from across Lambton County
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Matrimonial bliss toasted at Heron Terrace
14 couples married 50 years or more enjoyed a celebration in their honour July 6
Jul 31, 2019
Heron Terrace’s life enrichment and
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Revamped activity room adds fresh new look to Rosewood Village
Residents are enjoying the improvements – especially the new TV
Jul 29, 2019
It has been about three months since renovation
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Trillium Villa awarded for getting 3,307 letters signed supporting OLTCA’s Better Seniors’ Care campaign
Annual campaign draws attention to improvements needed in the LTC sector
Jul 26, 2019
Trillium Villa received an award in the spring
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Ambassador program going strong five years after launching at St. Andrew’s Terrace
Resident volunteers involved with the program commended for helping others feel at home
Jul 24, 2019
When a St. Andrew’s Terrace resident
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Pyjama Day adds extra touch of fun at Trillium Villa
Residents, families and team members join in for day of fun and food while staying in their jammies
Jul 22, 2019
July 11 was one of those days you didn’t
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It was a ‘berry’ good time at St. Andrew’s Terrace
Teamwork helped make annual strawberry social a success
Jul 19, 2019
More than 130 people attended the St.
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VOTSC resident Art Speed receives prestigious Lions Club award
‘The residents and staff are all very proud of Art and congratulate him on his accomplishment’
Jul 17, 2019
Village on the St. Clair resident Art Speed
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Lanark Heights residents enjoy horsing around at Baden ranch
Outing to horse farm proves to be an enriching experience
Jul 15, 2019
Eight Lanark Heights residents enjoyed a July 3
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Heron Terrace lights up the sky overhead on July 1
LTC community’s first-ever Canada Day fireworks display proves to be a hit with residents
Jul 12, 2019
Some outstanding teamwork from staff members an
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Trillium Villa’s Kelly Batson receives Quality Improvement Award for involvement in opioid elimination program
The program saw 17 residents switched from fentanyl to cannabinoid medicine
Jul 10, 2019
Trillium Villa manager of resident care Kelly
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Heron Heroes pledge another year of support for toddler who received heart transplant
Fundraisers for 2-year-old Logan and his family have already brought in thousands of dollars
Jul 08, 2019
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S&R communities using collaboration to enhance the resident experience
LTC and senior living communities have embarked on many initiatives that include partnering with outside organizations
Jul 05, 2019
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Volunteering at Southgate Village is ‘just like coming home’
Val Judas and Sarah McKellar are making a difference for residents and team members
Jul 03, 2019
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Team members create western hoedown to celebrate Rosewood Village dads
About 130 residents and their guests enjoy Father’s Day barbecue and dance
Jun 28, 2019
It was a real western hoedown at Rosewood
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Heron Terrace, Lanark Heights celebrate the 2nd birthday of child who received heart transplant
May 18 events raise $2,800 for Logan and his family
Jun 26, 2019
The Heron Terrace team went all out to celebrat
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Village on the Thames donates $250 to nutrition program benefiting students
Donation comes from prize money fun co-ordinator Tina Drew received as this year’s Community Service Award winner
Jun 24, 2019
The Village on the Thames is certainly showing
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Heron Terrace cook creates vegan menu for resident that meets nutritional requirements – on her own time
For her hard work and resident-centred care, Gabby de la Fuente has received the Above and Beyond Award
Jun 21, 2019
When a gentleman who adhered to a vegan diet
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Enthusiasm for helping at Southgate nets duo Volunteer Recognition Award
Sarah McKellar and Valerie Judas ‘are both an inspiration to us all,’ says Susan Davis, who nominated the pair
Jun 19, 2019
Sarah McKellar and Val Judas are the recipients
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Lanark Village resident donates birthday balloons to children in hospital
Margo Montgomerie also wrote a poem for the children
Jun 17, 2019
Lanark Village resident Margo Montgomerie
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S&R communities take on 1,000 Acts of Kindness challenge
‘I think what this really did was make people think more about the things they were doing every day’
Jun 14, 2019
Most of us do kind things for others every day
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Volunteering couple making a difference at Village on the Thames
Priscilla and Dwight Yellowage have been volunteering at the seniors living community for 2 1/2 years
Jun 12, 2019
Priscilla Yellowage says she and her husband,
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S&R golf tourney raises $1,675 for family of toddler who received heart transplant
This is the most recent of many fundraisers S&R team members have created to support 2-year-old Logan and his family
Jun 10, 2019
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s annual
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Launching Operation BackPacks at VOTT earns Tina Drew the S&R Community Service Award
Tina spearheaded this initiative, which saw 26 backpacks filled with school supplies donated to children from families in need
Jun 07, 2019
Last August, Village on the Thames participated
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Maple madness! Westmount residents tour local maple farm
Residents learned all about maple syrup and got to sample some of the product during a trip to the McLachlan Family Maple Syrup & Pancake House
Jun 05, 2019
Few things are as Canadian as maple syrup, and
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Westmount Gardens officially launches its BPSO quality improvement initiative
The LTC community is undertaking a three-year study to implement and evaluate 4 RNAO best practice guidelines to improve health care
Jun 03, 2019
Westmount Gardens launched its participation in
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Family member brings favourite games from Nunavut to Twin Lakes Village
‘Our residents had a great time and enjoyed the games immensely’
May 31, 2019
A family member’s recent visit to Twin
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St. Andrew’s Terrace partners with area LTC communities to deliver memorable resident dance
‘All in all, it was an awesome afternoon’
May 29, 2019
The St. Andrew’s Terrace team collaborate
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100 S&R team members come together at annual Quest for Success awards night
Awards handed out in four categories highlighting exceptional service to residents and communities
May 27, 2019
The 18th annual S&R Awards celebration was
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Westmount toasts volunteers with an Italian-themed appreciation dinner
‘We are so thankful for all our amazing volunteers at Westmount Gardens who are huge part of our home’
May 24, 2019
Westmount Gardens hosted its annual volunteer
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Landmark Village’s intergenerational collaboration with local school has been a win-win
Program gets residents and children interacting and learning from each other
May 22, 2019
An intergenerational collaboration between
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Residents and team members collaborate to beautify Heron Terrace
Earth Day event helps get garden ready for flowers
May 17, 2019
Residents and team members at Heron Terrace wen
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Puzzles are encouraging socializing and creativity at St. Andrew’s Terrace
Residents are also exercising cognitive function and working collaboratively to complete puzzle projects
May 15, 2019
Puzzles have become all the rage at St.
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Westmount Gardens opens invitation to attend BPSO program launch May 17
The LTC community is celebrating the start of a three-year study it is undertaking to implement and evaluate 4 RNAO best practice guidelines
May 13, 2019
Westmount Gardens is inviting residents, their
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Heron Heroes encouraging other S&R communities to host fundraising birthday celebrations for Windsor boy who received heart transplant
Heron Terrace fundraising team has provided supports to Logan and his family over the past year
May 10, 2019
On May 18, Heron Terrace will be hosting a
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Claudette Steptoe reflects on her four years volunteering at Village on the Thames
‘For me, it felt like a great place to be’
May 08, 2019
Claudette Steptoe says she has visited other
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Milly Preidt is helping other Lanark Village residents stay fit
Milly is now leading an exercise class after being asked by management
May 06, 2019
Lanark Village resident Milly Preidt loves to
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Resident’s suggestion leads to new exercise equipment at St. Andrew’s Terrace
Team consulted with sister LTC community Lanark Heights before deciding to buy sit-to-stand and Ex N’ Flex machines
May 03, 2019
St. Andrew’s Terrace resident Bill Hall
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Three Westmount Gardens PSWs training their colleagues in resident-centred care modules
Ashley Caron, Alvaro Segnitz and Aida Diodos recently received their trainer qualifications for ERCC
May 01, 2019
Three Westmount Gardens personal support worker
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Waterloo Heights Fashion Show raises $2,175 for Parkinson Society
22nd annual event sees strong resident and community participation
Apr 29, 2019
The 22nd annual Waterloo Heights Fashion Show
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‘ABBA’ comes to St. Andrew’s Terrace
Performance from tribute band will be tied in to video team members are producing to highlight life at the LTC community
Apr 26, 2019
St. Andrew’s Terrace residents had a
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Twin Lakes engages residents in gender-reveal party for team member
Residents had fun guessing whether Candace Vanderneer will be having a boy or girl
Apr 24, 2019
Twin Lakes Village business services
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Team member gets Holly the Cat ready for Easter at Village on the Thames
Monica Hall dresses decorative cat up for every holiday, much to residents’ delight
Apr 17, 2019
Holly the Cat is decked out in pink bunny ears
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Heron Terrace Rock Your Socks Day supports resident, raises Down syndrome awareness
Team members wore their most colourful socks to work March 21
Apr 15, 2019
World Down Syndrome Day was March 21, and Heron
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Student volunteer has enjoyed Afton Park so much she decided to do her placement there
Brittaney Conely says volunteering or doing a placement in LTC is ‘a good way to be a positive influence others and a new way to learn new things’
Apr 12, 2019
Brittaney Conely started volunteering at Afton
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Volunteering ‘makes you feel like you made a difference in someone’s day’
Carrie MacKenzie says volunteering at Afton Park Place has been a win-win for herself and the residents
Apr 10, 2019
Carrie MacKenzie says volunteering at Afton Par
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‘Yes, this is what I am going to do, volunteer with seniors’
Gisele Belleau says volunteering at Heron Terrace is an opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives
Apr 08, 2019
Not long after Gisele Belleau moved to Windsor
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Westmount Gardens team members go above and beyond to create special celebrations
Recent Valentine’s and St. Patrick’s Day celebrations highlight team’s commitment to ‘creating communities that are good for life’
Apr 05, 2019
When special holidays come around, team members
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Library bringing books to Twin Lakes Village residents
New partnership is making sure residents have their reading needs met without having to leave their home
Apr 03, 2019
Twin Lakes Village and the Sarnia Library
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Rosewood Village RPN Karyne Legault bowls a perfect game
‘I have played in tournaments my whole life, and I have always wanted to have a 300’
Apr 01, 2019
Rosewood Village registered practical nurse
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Team member Teresa Randall applauded for her creative costume design for FUN day
Village on the St. Clair hosted a ‘picnic day’ that encouraged fun and collaboration as well as raised money for a worthy cause
Mar 29, 2019
When it comes to whipping up creative costume
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Lanark Village resident was told she’d never walk again. Today she’s walking
Hildegard Weltner can walk the length of a hallway only one month after moving into the Kitchener seniors living community
Mar 27, 2019
Before moving into Lanark Village in February,
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For fourth year, Lanark Heights bowls to raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters
11-member team, the Thunder Bowlts, raises $1,390 for charity
Mar 25, 2019
Sherri Anger knows the value the Big Brothers
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MP’s visit gives Heron Terrace an opportunity to share its great work and community atmosphere
Residents, families and team members also discussed with Cheryl Hardcastle LTC’s challenges, including the need for more staffing
Mar 22, 2019
Windsor-Tecumseh MP Cheryl Hardcastle visited
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Heron Terrace’s diner fundraiser nets $600 for 1-year-old heart transplant recipient
‘It was a huge success,’ says organizer Kim Deslippe
Mar 20, 2019
The most recent fundraiser hosted by the Heron
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Lanark Village ‘superheroes’ raise more than $1K for Big Brothers Big Sisters
Team members from Kitchener seniors living community participate in the charity’s annual Bowl for Kids Sake fundraiser
Mar 18, 2019
A group of team members from Lanark Village wer
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Who are the outstanding volunteers at your S&R community?
Deadline for nominations for Volunteer Recognition Award (and all other Quest for Success accolades) is today
Mar 15, 2019
Is there an outstanding individual who
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Quest for Success: S&R looking for outstanding examples of quality improvement in its communities
Waterloo Heights received the Quality Improvement Award for its choir, Variety Night and Olympic Games
Mar 13, 2019
Is there an outstanding person or group of
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Maddie, Heron Terrace’s beloved therapy dog, passes away
The gifted sheltie leaves a legacy of making a difference in people’s lives
Mar 11, 2019
Heron Terrace has lost a special member of the
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S&R is searching for team members who make outstanding contributions to their communities
Nominations are being accepted for the Community Service Award
Mar 08, 2019
Steeves & Rozema is looking for people
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S&R wants to hear about team members who go ‘above and beyond’
Team members are encouraged to nominate outstanding colleagues for prestigious Above and Beyond Award before March 15
Mar 06, 2019
Everyone knows someone they work with who
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Putting the pieces together at Village on the Thames
Resident Elianne Morin loves doing puzzles, and she is sharing her hobby with other residents
Mar 04, 2019
Village on the Thames resident Elianne Morin is
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Heron Heroes building on successful bottle drive to help one-year-old
Other S&R LTC and seniors living communities encouraged to help raise money for worthy cause
Mar 01, 2019
The Heron Heroes have had so much success with
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Children’s visit and ‘kings’ and ‘queens’ highlight VOTT Valentine’s Day
Village on the Thames hosts special Feb. 14 luncheon and other events for residents
Feb 27, 2019
Valentine’s Day was not only a day to
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S&R communities ramp up fundraising initiatives
LTC and seniors living communities have been spearheading a variety of events to help others
Feb 25, 2019
Steeves & Rozema long-term care and seniors
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Landmark Village hosts first-ever private dinner for Valentine’s Day
Resident couples treated to top-notch meal, flowers and candlelight
Feb 22, 2019
Landmark Village hosted its first-ever private
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Lanark Heights toasts 24 couples with Valentine’s celebration
‘The overall atmosphere was positive, warming and fun’
Feb 20, 2019
Lanark Heights went all out to provide a specia
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Residents use Valentine’s Day to spread love to St. Andrew’s Terrace team
Residents’ council approves resident Bill Hall’s idea to buy gifts for staff to show their appreciation
Feb 15, 2019
While Valentine’s Day is usually an
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Waterloo Heights sees record-setting fundraising year in 2018
Residents raise $4,166 for local Alzheimer Society
Feb 13, 2019
Waterloo Heights residents and team members had
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Strong community spirit flourishes at Village on the Thames Christmas party
Fun, entertainment and a fundraiser to help buy new Christmas tree among the event’s highlights
Feb 11, 2019
Fun, friends and family were at the heart of th
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Rosewood Village comes together to donate more than $1K of items to HUB
‘Residents went above and beyond’ helping organization that supports at-risk youths
Feb 08, 2019
Rosewood Village residents rallied support for
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Southgate Village lends a hand to Heron Heroes initiative
Bottle drive nets more than $200 to help child’s family during his medical treatment
Feb 06, 2019
It was a connection that happened by chance.
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It was a picture-perfect Christmas at Afton Park Place
66 residents of the Sarnia LTC community get their photos taken as special present
Feb 04, 2019
Sixty-six Afton Park Place residents had a
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Team member’s enthusiasm gets Waterloo Heights interest in birds
Christine Warren has installed a camera to capture video of a wide variety of birds that fly to feeders in the yard
Feb 01, 2019
Every morning, night manager Christine Warren
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Alzheimer Society says LTC communities can help spread important message
Talking with residents, families and local communities can make a difference, says organization’s director of education
Jan 30, 2019
The Alzheimer Society of Canada has a clear
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Two Heron Terrace PSWs become certified Excellence in Resident-Centred Care trainers
Jane Greenway and Rose Mummery will help train other PSWs in program that’s aimed at enhancing resident care
Jan 28, 2019
Heron Terrace team members Jane Greenway and
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Local newspaper honours Waterloo Heights with award in ‘gold’ category for best business/service
‘This is a big compliment that we were nominated and voted on for the award’
Jan 25, 2019
The Waterloo Heights team has received a 2018
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Afton residents complete projects to help families in need at Christmas and support hospital campaign
Community Projects Club has ‘very successful’ first year, says life enrichment manager Stacy Petrie
Jan 23, 2019
November and December were busy for members of
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Mrs. Claus spreads holiday cheer at Lanark Village
Resident Elaine is a big fan of Christmas, so she wanted to share some yuletide joy with others
Jan 21, 2019
Before Christmas, Elaine, a resident at Lanark
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Santa returns to Fairview Tower
Resident Gerry Fischer plays Father Christmas to bring cheer to residents and children
Jan 18, 2019
Santa Claus stopped by Fairview Towers just
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Door-decorating contest sees increased participation at Lanark Village
12 team members decorate doors with festive themes during second annual competition
Jan 16, 2019
Lanark Village’s second annual
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S&R LTC and seniors living communities take mealtime experiences to new heights
Teams work together within their communities to enhance quality food service in 2018
Jan 14, 2019
Ask anyone working in a Steeves & Rozema
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Landmark Village ‘mitten tree’ helps deliver clothing, food to those in need
About 70 pieces of clothing and $780 worth of food was donated by residents during holiday season
Jan 11, 2019
During the holiday season, people living at
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Heron Terrace’s Brianne Kimbro-McCloskey applauded for her dedication to annual purse campaign
She collected more than 20 purses that were donated by Unifor Local 2458 to women’s shelters and girls’ organizations
Jan 09, 2019
Heron Terrace team member Brianne
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Family-style dinner highlights 2018 Lanark Village Christmas party
More than 200 residents, family members and friends are treated to evening of dinner, music and Santa
Jan 07, 2019
Lanark Village decided to change things up a bi
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Waterloo Heights Senior Sensations choir brings holiday spirit to Christkindl Market
25-member resident choir wows attendees at Kitchener’s famed German Christmas festival
Jan 04, 2019
Members of the Waterloo Heights Senior
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Rehab, convalescent care programs get people moving in 2018
S&R LTC communities saw great success stories of helping people regain their mobility this year
Jan 02, 2019
One of the great gifts Steeves & Rozema
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Using creativity to embrace quality of life at Christmas
Residents use tree ornaments to outline their favourite aspects of living at Heron Terrace
Dec 19, 2018
Embracing residents’ quality of life is
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S&R strengthens community connections in 2018
Working with others creates a wide scope of benefits for people
Dec 17, 2018
Steeves & Rozema team members were involved
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Lanark Heights residents and staff collaborate to make special Christmas gifts
230 ‘reindeer cookies’ packaged for staff presents this year
Dec 14, 2018
Residents and the management team at Lanark
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Toys come to life as S&R wins 4th consecutive best commercial entry in annual Santa Claus Parade
The S&R team put in more 250 hours to create a decorative float based on the Toy Story film series
Dec 12, 2018
For the fourth consecutive year, the Steeves
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Rosewood Village team pulls together to make Christmas party a hit
110 guests enjoy Sarnia senior living community’s flagship yearly event
Dec 10, 2018
The Rosewood Village team didn’t allow
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Waterloo Heights Christmas bazaar raises $481.85 to support Alzheimer Society
Outstanding support from residents and team members made the event successful
Dec 07, 2018
Waterloo Heights’ Dec. 1 Christmas bazaar
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Resident empowerment thrives at S&R communities in 2018
From helping charities to beautifying buildings to shucking corn, residents led a variety of programs and activities this year
Dec 05, 2018
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s long-term care and seniors living communities demonstrated
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Village on the Thames residents treated to special end-of-year seafood lunch
Executive director Ian Murray prepares crab cakes, lobster bisque, seafood alfredo and New York-style cheesecake for luncheon
Dec 03, 2018
A group of Village on the Thames residents got
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St. Andrew’s Terrace hosting seasonal fundraisers for Alzheimer Society
New way of hosting fundraisers has increased resident involvement
Nov 30, 2018
St. Andrew’s Terrace team members changed
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Rehab program helps Lanark Heights resident reach and surpass walking and transfer goals
Sara Bell is now walking and transferring with limited assistance
Nov 28, 2018
Lanark Heights resident Sara Bell has not only
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Better Seniors’ Care letter-writing campaign kicks off at Afton Park
Sarnia LTC community aiming to triple the number of letters it helped get signed in 2017-18
Nov 26, 2018
Afton Park Place helped get nearly 500 signed
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S&R LTC cooks attend 5th annual Sysco training event to learn more about IDDSI
‘The cooks love to spend this day learning and sharing ideas’
Nov 23, 2018
Cooks from each of the Steeves & Rozema
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Lambton College nursing students visit Afton Park to learn more about LTC
The students, who are interested in LTC careers, interviewed residents about their lives and learned about careers opportunities
Nov 21, 2018
Lambton College first-year nursing students
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Comfort round program results in significant fall reduction in Lanark Heights neighbourhood
During 2-week project, falls decline in Maple neighbourhood to 1 from 8 in the 2 weeks previous
Nov 19, 2018
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Village on the St. Clair bazaar nets $713 for resident group fund
Event also proves to be successful community engagement tool
Nov 16, 2018
Village on the St. Clair’s annual Fall
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Gratitude Tree flourishes at S&R head office throughout October
‘Tree’ provides a forum for team members to create a dialogue about the things they are most thankful for in life
Nov 14, 2018
With the hustle and bustle of modern-day life,
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S&R LTC communities launch Phase 1 of IDDSI rollout
Launch party brings team leads together to learn more about new language standardization for food and drink thickness to help residents with dysphagia
Nov 12, 2018
Team leads from the Steeves & Rozema
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Lanark Heights residents get a Halloween to remember
Team members dress up in toy-and-game-themed costumes, putting many smiles on faces
Nov 09, 2018
Residents and team members at Lanark Heights
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Southgate Village, local mother-and-child group create activity day that was ‘a win-win all around’
The event went so well there are plans to make the program a monthly event
Nov 07, 2018
Southgate Village and a local group of mothers
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Afton Park hosts its first Halloween door-decorating contest
Residents and staff members collaborated on 'spooky' designs
Nov 05, 2018
Afton Park Place hosted its first ever Hallowee
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Southgate resident Theresa Schwager, 106, gets into the Halloween spirit
Team member Nathalie Malott commended for inspiring the resident to design a Halloween costume
Nov 02, 2018
Southgate Village executive director Becky
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S&R communities showing outpour of support for charities and worthy causes
LTC and senior living communities demonstrate S&R mission of 'creating communities that are good for life' through a myriad of initiatives
Oct 31, 2018
Steeves & Rozema’s long-term care and
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Lanark Village residents and local students team up to create toolboxes at woodworking class
Kitchener seniors living community participates in pilot project hosted by TheMuseum
Oct 29, 2018
A group of Lanark Village residents recently
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Heron Terrace hosts ‘true country hoedown’ to mark end of summer
Interdepartmental collaboration creates country-themed BBQ for residents, families and staff
Oct 26, 2018
Heron Terrace hosted an end-of-summer barbecue
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Trip to fair is once again a hit for Lanark Village residents
Resident Sue Segriff walks away with three ‘big’ prizes
Oct 24, 2018
Lanark Village residents once again took part i
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Training program uses simulation techniques to demonstrate difficulties some residents face at mealtimes
Program designed to ensure those assisting residents with feeding follow standardized practices
Oct 22, 2018
Steeves & Rozema’s director of
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Donated photos of Galt Hospital and bronze plaque sure to bring back memories for St. Andrew’s Terrace residents
‘I just know that a lot of the residents will look at those pictures and it will have a lot of meaning’
Oct 19, 2018
The Galt Hospital partially stood on the site i
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Southgate Village raises $455 at BBQ to support Windsor Ronald McDonald House
Proceeds put towards buying kitchen supplies and fresh vegetables for charity
Oct 17, 2018
The folks at Southgate Village recently donated
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Spreading the love: S&R team paints basement of Community Living home during Day of Caring
‘It was a truly a great day with great people’
Oct 15, 2018
Four Steeves & Rozema Group team members
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Food services and life enrichment departments partner to provide Westmount Gardens residents with kitchen tours
Residents were curious to see how kitchen operated, so team members arranged visits to give them first-hand experience
Oct 12, 2018
In June, Westmount Gardens residents requested
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Grandparents Day celebration a major hit once again at Village on the Thames
One of the Chatham-Kent seniors living community’s flagship events draws large crowd and provides lots of fun and engagement
Oct 10, 2018
Although inclement weather called off one of
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Horsing around: Heron Terrace residents enjoy interactive outing at therapy farm
Residents already asking to return to Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Association
Oct 05, 2018
A recent trip to an Essex County horse therapy
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Campfires provide Westmount Gardens residents with unique activities that were enjoyed by all
‘The response from the residents was that it was a great time of enjoying music, fellowship and the fresh evening air’
Oct 03, 2018
The Westmount Gardens team hosted two evening
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Afton Park’s ‘pop-up sales’ continue to raise money for MS Society
The club is also preparing for its next campaign which will see residents donate knitted hats to local hospital
Oct 01, 2018
Since July, Afton Park Place’s
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Rosewood Village makes most of new deck by hosting backyard BBQs
Biweekly summer cookouts loved by residents, who enjoyed the great food and reminiscing
Sep 28, 2018
The folks at Rosewood Village made great use of
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Flower power: Three Waterloo Heights residents commended for helping beautify apartment block
Marguerite Pigden, Junine Streeter and Grace Baer have been making sure Waterloo Heights’s garden ‘looks spectacular’
Sep 26, 2018
Call it flower power.
Waterloo
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Dancin’ the night away at Afton Park Place
LTC community’s Parking Lot Party was such a success, residents are still talking about it
Sep 24, 2018
It has been more than two weeks since Afton Par
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Six students awarded $500 scholarships from Steeves & Rozema
The scholarships are helping offset costs of post-secondary education for children of S&R team members
Sep 21, 2018
The Steeves & Rozema Group has announced si
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Shucking corn delivers many benefits to Heron Terrace residents
Sense of accomplishment, hand exercise and social engagement are some of the attributes team members see
Sep 19, 2018
Nothing says “summer is almost over&rdquo
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Sarnia sorority makes large donation of games to Village on the St. Clair residents
The donation was made to thank residents for letting the Preceptor Chi sorority use their activity room for meetings
Sep 17, 2018
One of the ways Steeves & Rozema seniors
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Residents and Landmark Village team raise $630 for Parkinson Society during WALK-IT event
‘Parkinson’s affects many of the residents here, which is why we chose to host an event like this and will continue to do so year after year’
Sep 14, 2018
Landmark Village raised $630 for the Parkinson
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Sarnia schoolchildren in need get support from Landmark Village residents
This year’s backpack fundraiser results in 26 students getting school supplies
Sep 12, 2018
For the third year in a row, Landmark Village
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Pig roast attracts 140 residents and guests to Waterloo Heights
Stellar team of volunteers help make the event possible
Sep 10, 2018
The Waterloo Heights Aug. 17 pig roast was an
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Westmount Gardens residents show support for Toronto Blue Jays
LTC community hosts baseball-themed day to help residents cheer on their favourite team
Sep 07, 2018
With so many baseball fans living at Westmount
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Petting zoo engages Lanark Village residents, encouraging reminiscing for many
12 animals from hobby farm visit with the senior living community's residents
Sep 05, 2018
What a zoo Lanark Village was on Aug. 17!
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Village on the Thames donates 26 backpacks filled with school supplies to children in need
This is the first time the Chatham-Kent seniors living community has participated in Operation BackPacks
Aug 31, 2018
Village on the Thames recently donated 26
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Westmount Gardens pays tribute to 9 resident nurses during staff appreciation week
‘It was amazing to hear the stories and the gratitude of the residents being honoured during this process’
Aug 29, 2018
For the second straight year, the Westmount
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S&R golf tourney packs in a fun day to build relationships while giving back to community
With 93 participants, this year’s tournament was the largest to date
Aug 27, 2018
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s annual
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Waterloo Heights residents, staff host baby shower for much-loved team member
Maia McMurran says everyone’s thoughtfulness will leave a lasting impression
Aug 24, 2018
People living and working at Waterloo Heights
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Outstanding people strengthen S&R communities
Gifts and achievements residents and team members bring to the table create great places to live and work
Aug 22, 2018
The Steeves & Rozema Group is teeming with
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PSW eliminates Trillium resident’s agitation during bathing by triggering childhood memory
All it took was mentioning his rubber ducky
Aug 20, 2018
A Trillium Villa resident who was resisting
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New program brings special monthly meal to Village on the Thames’ residents
Executive director Ian Murray is stepping back into kitchen to prepare fine meals for residents, their families and friends
Aug 17, 2018
Village on the Thames executive director Ian
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Pool party brings teams from 3 S&R apartment blocks together for fun afternoon
Annual event is a favourite social gathering to thank everyone for their hard work
Aug 15, 2018
Unpredictable weather made organizing this
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Administrator says PSW Darlene Abbey’s resident focus made her the perfect candidate to send to Swedish workshop
‘To say Darlene is an amazing person is an understatement,’ says Kim Van Dam in her letter of recommendation
Aug 13, 2018
When Arjo, the manufacturer of bath tubs, lifts
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Food-tasting and car show makes for a busy day at Landmark Village
Residents give feedback on new foods in the afternoon, check out Bluewater Austin-Healey Club car show in evening
Aug 10, 2018
Landmark Village was turned into a car
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Trillium Villa PSW attends workshop in Sweden to provide tub manufacturer with insight
Darlene Abbey among 7 Canadian LTC home staff members invited to Arjo factory
Aug 08, 2018
Trillium Villa personal support worker (PSW)
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2018 S&R scholarships applications being accepted until Aug. 17
Children and grandchildren of S&R team members eligible for six $500 awards to help finance post-secondary education
Aug 03, 2018
Children and grandchildren of Steeves &
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‘Survivor’ comes to Westmount Gardens
LTC community creates weeklong friendly challenge for team members during Nursing Week, based on reality TV show
Aug 01, 2018
“Survivor Westmount Style” was the
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Landmark Village celebrates Canada’s birthday with BBQ and fundraiser
Fun afternoon of food and entertainment raises money for Landmark social committee and Compassion Canada
Jul 30, 2018
Landmark Village had a pre-Canada Day celebration at the Sarnia seniors living community June 30
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A barbecue and classic cars make for a perfect Rosewood Village Father’s Day
Vintage automobiles get residents chatting, reminiscing
Jul 27, 2018
A barbecue and classic cars. What could make fo
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New shuttle bus means more Village on the Thames residents can attend outings
Seniors living community’s new van has 4 more seats
Jul 25, 2018
The folks living at Village on the Thames have
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German visitors engage Lanark Heights residents, learn about Canadian LTC
The visit also helps Lanark Heights collaborate with adjacent Lanark Village
Jul 23, 2018
Two weeks ago, S&R Today told you about how
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Resident Agnes Male, 100, leads Village on the Thames exercise class
Residents and staff deliver positive feedback
Jul 20, 2018
Agnes Male, a 100-year-old resident at Village
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$460 raised for HSF during Village on the St. Clair’s annual strawberry social
Event brings in nearly double the money raised in 2017
Jul 18, 2018
Village on the St. Clair’s annual
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Resident Adelina DaRosa is walking and transferring again, thanks to Lanark Heights’ rehab program
Not only did she meet her goals, Adelina surpassed them
Jul 16, 2018
When Lanark Heights resident Adelina DaRosa
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Afton Park’s Community Projects Club continues its great work
The club’s latest endeavour is supporting the MS Society
Jul 13, 2018
Afton Park Place’s Community Projects Clu
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Heron Terrace’s Dave Lebert becomes president-elect of CSNM
Dave will be focusing much of his term on expanding IDDSI education, nationally and internationally
Jul 11, 2018
Dave Lebert, who works in the environmental
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Lanark Village, Lanark Heights’ residents treated to special performance from German visitors
S&R executive assistant Ingrid Hook’s cousin, Erwin Danker, performed traditional German songs that moved residents
Jul 09, 2018
When relatives of Steeves & Rozema executiv
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Heron Terrace PSW urges other LTC communities, businesses to start their own ‘Hero’ program
Kim Deslippe says if others replicated the Heron Heroes initiative, it would make a ‘huge difference’ to others
Jul 06, 2018
Heron Terrace personal support worker (PSW) Kim
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Westmount Gardens’ spousal reunification initiative brings couple together after 4 months
Peter and Helen Millar are also looking forward to celebrating their 72nd anniversary
Jul 04, 2018
Keeping couples together is an important
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Twin Lakes Terrace residents raise and release butterflies
Annual butterfly program has been a successful engagement tool
Jun 29, 2018
For the third year, residents of Twin Lakes
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Heron Heroes rally fundraising support for child awaiting heart transplant
$1,800 raised in June alone to help Logan’s mother with associated costs
Jun 27, 2018
The Heron Heroes, a group of staff members from
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Waterloo Heights life enrichment team receives S&R Quality Improvement Award
Team honoured for the innovative programming created for residents
Jun 25, 2018
The Waterloo Heights life enrichment team
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Village on the Thames raises $754 for HSF during annual Big Bike campaign
Big Bike team consisted of staff and their children, volunteers, and one resident and his daughters
Jun 22, 2018
Village on the Thames raised $754 for the Heart
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‘Hats off’ to Village on the Thames resident Bill Tong!
Resident shows his artistic initiative during recent Hat Day
Jun 20, 2018
One of the great things about life at Village o
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Dynamic fundraising duo receives S&R Community Service Award
Heron Terrace team members Kim Deslippe and Lisa Harris ‘are committed to help anybody in need’
Jun 18, 2018
Heron Terrace personal support worker Kim
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Reminiscing and fine dining blended to give Trillium Villa residents unique program
Food service and life enrichment departments collaborate to create memorable wedding-themed event
Jun 15, 2018
Reminiscing and high-quality food service
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Volunteer Donna Elie honoured for 11 years’ service to Twin Lakes Terrace
Colleagues cite the myriad of duties Donna performs in their nominations for the S&R Volunteer Recognition Award
Jun 13, 2018
Since she began volunteering at Twin Lakes
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Entertainer discovers singing gift in Village on the Thames resident
Crystal St. Denis gets Ken McFadden singing – and he did a great job
Jun 11, 2018
Entertainer Crystal St. Denis brought out the
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Christine Warren honoured for the extra time she devotes to enhancing quality of life at Waterloo Heights
Building manager hosts Friday-night movies for residents and has done a top-notch job keeping Waterloo Heights looking its best
Jun 08, 2018
On Friday evenings, on her own time, building
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Village on the St. Clair yard sale raises money for residents' council and local charity
Team effort from residents and staff helps residents' council and local St. Vincent de Paul Society
Jun 06, 2018
Village on the St. Clair's annual yard sale and
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Final touches to renovations give Lanark Village an added ‘homey’ touch
Seven framed resident portraits now adorn the fireplace, much to residents’ delight
Jun 04, 2018
It’s a simple added touch to recent
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Lanark Heights residents treated to springtime visit to butterfly conservatory
Life enrichment manager Nathan McFadyen commends teamwork for making the outing a success
Jun 01, 2018
Twelve Lanark Heights residents were treated to
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Student’s grandmother’s advice: ‘social work is the best thing you can do’
Natasha Lutzmann found her niche doing her placement at Heron Terrace
May 30, 2018
Natasha Lutzmann says her grandmother is her
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Rosewood Village raises $3,505 for HSF during inaugural Big Bike fundraiser
The event was so successful, organizer Bev James has already signed up for next year’s fundraiser
May 28, 2018
Rosewood Village’s first Big Bike
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S&R LTC communities celebrate all team members during National Nursing Week
Events hosted May 7-13 in honour of team members from all departments
May 25, 2018
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s long-ter
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Cinco de Mayo celebration brings fiesta atmosphere to St. Andrew’s Terrace
For the second year in a row residents and staff honour Mexico’s national holiday with food and fun
May 23, 2018
Cinco de Mayo may have come three days early to
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Rehab program helps Heron Terrace resident transfer without a lift, increase mobility
Terry Dancey and her daughter speak to the positive impact the home’s nursing rehab program has on her quality of life
May 18, 2018
When Terry Dancey moved into Heron Terrace on
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Scholarship applications are now available for children and grandchildren of S&R staff
For eighth straight year, six $500 scholarships will be awarded to students 25 and under studying at accredited post-secondary institutions
May 14, 2018
For the eighth straight year, the Steeves &
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Grand Pals program bridging generational gaps between Heron Terrace residents and students
Intergenerational program has had a positive impact during its six-year history
May 11, 2018
For six years, the Grand Pals program at Heron
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Student says her placement at Heron Terrace helps her make a difference to others
Nicole Bondy says she has been interested in working with seniors since high school
May 09, 2018
When Nicole Bondy was in high school, her
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Treating residents with cannabinoid medicine has eliminated fentanyl prescriptions at Trillium Villa
Reducing opioid administration helps improve quality of life for residents
May 07, 2018
Three months after Trillium Villa launched a
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Waterloo Heights fashion show raises $1,700 for local Alzheimer Society chapter
Residents and staff model clothing from local retailers during annual flagship event
May 04, 2018
Waterloo Heights raised $1,700 to support the
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Westmount Gardens BSO team gets new look
Purple S&R golf shirts identify team members
May 02, 2018
The Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO) team at
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S&R Awards celebration honours outstanding team members and volunteers
Awards handed out in four categories highlighting exceptional service to residents and communities
Apr 30, 2018
About 80 Steeves & Rozema team members from across the organization were at the Gateway Room
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Heron Terrace welcomes VP of LTC Carole Alexander to S&R team
‘She has a lot of energy along with enthusiasm and passion, so we are really blessed to have Carole’
Apr 27, 2018
The Heron Terrace team recently hosted a
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Heron Terrace sends 1,000-plus letters supporting Better Seniors’ Care campaign to MPP
Educating others and reaching out to the community credited for exceeding goal
Apr 25, 2018
Heron Terrace collected more than 1,000 letters
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Afton Park’s resident-led Community Projects Club completes first two fundraising initiatives
Residents buy socks for the Inn of the Good Shepherd and bring in 307 non-perishable food items for local food bank
Apr 23, 2018
The newly-formed Community Projects Club at
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Afton Park residents and staff come together to honour Humboldt Broncos
‘Our communities come together in times like this’
Apr 20, 2018
Residents and staff members at Afton Park Place
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Hockey jerseys worn by Heron Terrace residents, staff in support of Humboldt Broncos
Showing support for communities is ‘our culture’ at Heron Terrace and S&R, says administrator
Apr 18, 2018
On April 12, residents, staff members and
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Rosewood Village resident gets the birthday celebration he didn’t want – and loves it
Everyone wanted to do something to help George Gough celebrate turning 102
Apr 16, 2018
Rosewood Village resident George Gough
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Heron Terrace bake sale raises $361 for Heart and Stroke Foundation
Event demonstrated strong community spirit, says organizer Connie Poisson
Apr 13, 2018
Heron Terrace life enrichment worker Connie
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Website inspires ‘sweet’ idea for afternoon programming at Lanark Village
Visit to Activity Connection prompts fun co-ordinator Kyla Pfister to host Make Your Own Caramel Popcorn Day
Apr 11, 2018
It’s amazing how easy it is to find a
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7 weeks after she began volunteering, Colleen Trott has become a fan-favourite at Afton Park
‘The residents just adore her,’ says life enrichment manager Stacy Petrie
Apr 09, 2018
Colleen Trott has only been volunteering at
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Heron Terrace RN Maria Giorlando crowned Miss Canada 2018
One of her first diplomatic acts was to address the Windsor LTC community’s residents’ council
Apr 06, 2018
The winner of the 2018 Miss Canada pageant also
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‘Feisty’ Southgate Village resident celebrates 106th birthday
Residents and staff members help Theresa Schwager make the most of her special day
Apr 04, 2018
Southgate Village resident Theresa Schwager
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Stellar teamwork ensures Village on the St. Clair residents aren’t affected by elevator repair
Team members work together to covert lounge areas into dining rooms so residents can remain close to their rooms during elevator system rebuild
Mar 28, 2018
A collective team effort from the staff members
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Twin Lakes’ Mindful Music program grows fivefold in two years
42% of LTC community’s residents have personalized iPods to enjoy their favourite music
Mar 26, 2018
When Twin Lakes Terrace adopted the Mindful
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Heron Terrace team members ‘rocks their socks’ in support of World Down Syndrome Day
10 team members show up wearing colourful socks to raise awareness
Mar 23, 2018
It was Rock Your Socks Day at Heron Terrace on
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Having an in-house NP is enhancing care quality at Trillium Villa
NP Oksana Konko can provide immediate interventions, stem hospital transfers for residents and teach her colleagues
Mar 21, 2018
A key benefit to having nurse practitioner (NP)
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Landmark Village installs new floor to encourage residents’ love of dancing
Sarnia seniors living community now hosting Friday-night dances to make the most of the new addition
Mar 19, 2018
Landmark Village team members have long noticed
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Southgate Village hosts surprise 90th birthday party for resident Gloria Harvey
There was lots of planning and some obstacles, but the event went off without a hitch
Mar 16, 2018
It took a lot of planning, and there were some
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‘If you need help after your surgery, go to Trillium Villa,’ says convalescent program graduate
Joyce Banninga is moving back home after having hip-replacement surgery in January
Mar 14, 2018
After two months of hard work in Trillium
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Westmount Gardens’ NP, BSO team collaborate to reduce responsive behaviours following blood checks
Less invasive blood monitoring system is showing promising results
Mar 12, 2018
When Westmount Gardens’ Behavioural
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Team members bring Hawaii to Heron Terrace residents
Music, food and fun helps blow away the winter blues
Mar 09, 2018
Given the cold winter this year, the folks
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Kindergarten students visit Twin Lakes residents to share some love
Intergenerational program so successful there are plans to host it monthly
Mar 07, 2018
A group junior and senior kindergarten students
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Olympic-themed events result in skyrocketing program attendance at Waterloo Heights
Residents had lots of fun competing against each other in friendly competitions in February
Mar 05, 2018
By harnessing the excitement surrounding the
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Trillium Villa has lots to celebrate in February
Team members work hard to give residents a Valentine’s Day and lunar new year to remember
Mar 02, 2018
There was lots of celebration going on at
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MPP Bob Bailey meets with Afton Park residents, families, staff to discuss Better Seniors’ Care
Residents encouraged to write letters supporting OLTCA’s annual advocacy campaign
Feb 28, 2018
Sarnia-Lambton MPP Bob Bailey stopped by Afton
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NP Oksana Konko is helping keep Trillium Villa’s hospital transfers at a minimum
Sarnia LTC community has one of the lowest rates of transfers in the Erie St. Clair LHIN
Feb 26, 2018
Having nurse practitioner (NP) Oksana Konko as
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Heron Terrace residents enjoy hands-on experience at the Art Gallery of Windsor
Interactive exhibits were an enriching experience for everyone, says the home’s life enrichment team
Feb 23, 2018
When a family member recently suggested the
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Team effort provides a ‘sweet touch’ to Lanark Heights Valentine’s Day celebration
Dietary staff makes 50 blueberry-cream cheese crepes for event organized by life enrichment team
Feb 21, 2018
Lanark Heights’ life enrichment and
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Winter Olympics come to Heron Terrace
Residents and staff members host their own version of the Winter Games
Feb 16, 2018
The spirit of the XXIII Olympic Winter Games
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Harley the dog making Rosewood Village even more of a home for people
‘He’s really Rosewood’s little dog because he is here so much,’ says his owner, Bev James
Feb 14, 2018
Since he was six months old, Harley, a Cavalier
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Medicinal cannabis may hold key to treating chronic conditions in seniors without affecting quality of life, says doctor
‘If we can use something that is natural like this …, I think this can only be a positive’
Feb 12, 2018
Trillium Villa’s attending physician Dr.
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Nursing rehab program gets Heron Terrace resident James Thompson on his feet after 9 months
Consistency from physiotherapy, nursing rehab and front-line team members made the difference, says nursing rehab lead
Feb 09, 2018
One year since moving into Heron Terrace, James
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Medicinal cannabis could reduce usage of psychotropics, narcotics in LTC residents
Trillium Villa doctor highlights potential benefits of medicinal cannabis to treat residents with chronic conditions
Feb 07, 2018
Dr. John O’Mahony says an oil enriched
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Afton Park residents spearheading project to support community organizations
The Community Project Club kicks off in February with paczki sale to support Inn of the Good Shepherd
Feb 05, 2018
Afton Park Place residents are spearheading a
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Partnership to trial medicinal cannabis with Trillium Villa residents ‘an exciting opportunity,’ says doctor
Dr. Blake Pearson says sleep disorders, agitation caused by dementia, chronic pain and neuropathic pain are among conditions that treatment may help
Feb 02, 2018
Dr. Blake Pearson says prescribing medicinal
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Sarnia doctor partners with Trillium Villa to assess benefits of medicinal marijuana
Partnerships aims to see if oil-based medicinal cannabis can ease conditions such as chronic pain and anxiety for residents
Jan 31, 2018
Trillium Villa is embarking on a new,
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Disney characters make appearance at Landmark Village
Recent ‘fun day’ sees team members dress up in costumes to celebrate Disney films
Jan 29, 2018
Landmark Village has hosted two Fun Days in
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Remake of Uptown Funk video makes Landmark Village residents YouTube celebrities
15 residents produce a ‘remarkably accurate re-creation’ of Mark Ronson/Bruno Mars hit
Jan 26, 2018
What began as a project to reproduce the music
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Southgate Village creates 2018 calendar celebrating residents
Fun co-ordinator Susan Davis puts her photography skills to work to create glamour shots of 12 residents
Jan 24, 2018
Southgate Village fun co-ordinator Susan Davis
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Tree of Hope sprouts more than 50 clothing items for the Kitchener Salvation Army
Lanark Heights residents succeed in mission to help those in need during holiday season
Jan 22, 2018
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s mission
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Alzheimer Society says LTC homes can help end dementia’s stigma
Having conversations, encouraging friendships with people who have cognitive impairment are among suggestions
Jan 19, 2018
The Alzheimer Society of Canada is using
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Too close to call: Lanark Heights awards tie to two neighbourhoods in decorating contest
Residents awarded Tim Hortons social for their Christmas spirit and creativity during friendly competition
Jan 17, 2018
This year’s Christmas decorating contest
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Nursery school choir visits Rosewood Village in December as part of long tradition
Some of the parents of children from this year’s King’s Kids Nursery School choir were among those who performed for residents 27 years ago
Jan 15, 2018
For 27 years, Rosewood Village has had a
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Open house brings everyone at Lanark Heights together, plus helps local community
‘Whole home collaboration’ makes event successful
Jan 12, 2018
Lanark Heights’ annual Christmas open
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Village on the Thames raffle raises more than $700 for Chatham Goodfellows
Money was put towards charity's No Child Without a Christmas campaign
Jan 10, 2018
The folks at the Village on the Thames used
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Christmas party fosters tenant-staff engagement at Fairview Towers
Santa visit proves to be a big hit for children and adults alike
Jan 08, 2018
Santa Claus paid a visit to residents of
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Landmark team member Speedy Jackson develops presentation to enhance workplace culture
‘Not only do his ideas help employees, happy employees make happy residents,’ says executive director
Jan 05, 2018
In the nine months Speedy Jackson has been part
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Residents and families showcase creative talents at Rosewood Village door-decorating event
Contest fosters friendly competition and teamwork
Jan 03, 2018
Rosewood Village residents and their families
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Happy holidays to everyone
S&R Today will resume publication on Tuesday, Jan. 2
Dec 22, 2017
We would like to wish all of our readers a happ
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Fundraising, community spirit and hard work make Lanark Village open house successful
The positive reviews – and funds for Marillac Place – continue to roll in
Dec 20, 2017
Lanark Village’s annual Christmas open
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Village on the Thames overrun with Santas
Two jolly men in red visit seniors living community before Christmas
Dec 18, 2017
Christmas is still a week away, but Village on
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Heron Terrace residents and staff create Rice Krispies ‘toys’ to help community campaign
Windsor LTC community participates in Treats for Toys campaign to buy gifts for children in need
Dec 15, 2017
The folks at Heron Terrace recently hosted a
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Lanark Village residents get to see how a dairy farm operates
Recent outing brought back fond memories for some residents
Dec 13, 2017
A group of 10 Lanark Village residents were
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Landmark Village team member shares insights on her new life in Canada
In short time, Diana Rodríguez Lizarazo has proven herself to be a valuable staff member, says colleague
Dec 11, 2017
Diana Cristina Rodríguez Lizarazo has
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St. Andrew’s Terrace Christmas bazaar raises $5K for residents’ council
Residents and volunteers helped make the event a success
Dec 08, 2017
St. Andrew’s Terrace once again had
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S&R wins best commercial float design at 2017 Sarnia Kinsmen Christmas Parade of Lights
Outstanding teamwork results in prize-winning float with a theme focused on Disney princesses
Dec 06, 2017
For the 11th consecutive year, the Steeves &
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Lanark Village partnering with THEMUSEUM to increase access to exhibits for local seniors
Kitchener seniors living community sponsoring initiative to give seniors 50% discount on Thursdays
Dec 04, 2017
Lanark Village launched a partnership in Octobe
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Waterloo Heights’ Variety Night was a real ‘blast’
Circus performance, which included the ringmaster being fired from a cannon, was a major highlight of this year’s event
Dec 01, 2017
Waterloo Heights’ annual Variety Night on
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Team members discover way to help resident spot his room – and showcase his creativity
Village on the Thames team proves a simple idea can have a major impact
Nov 29, 2017
Sometimes the simplest ideas make the greatest
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Fishy business: Lanark Village residents have a fun end-of-season outing to trout pond
Small turnout garners large interest for next year’s trip
Nov 27, 2017
While an end-of-season fishing trip for Lanark
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Lanark Village apple-pie sale raises $1,500 for local food bank
Team members work like ‘well-oiled machine’ to make 150 pies
Nov 24, 2017
For the second straight year, Lanark Village ha
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Heron Terrace resident’s nursing rehab progress has been an ‘inspiration’ to others
Marg McCartney credits her success to the support and encouragement she’s received from family and staff
Nov 22, 2017
Heron Terrace resident Marg McCartney is an
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Heron Terrace administrator Amy Sworik receives Heroes in the Home award
Amy was nominated for the accolade for her dedication to the Windsor LTC home’s residents and staff
Nov 20, 2017
Heron Terrace administrator Amy Sworik was one
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Twin Lakes Terrace resident’s crocheting will benefit many children at Christmas
Joy Windsor uses her passion for helping others and her creativity to donate boxes of clothing and toys
Nov 17, 2017
For many years, Twin Lakes Terrace resident Joy
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14 resident veterans honoured at Landmark Village Remembrance Day event
Poetry readings and personal thank-you messages to veterans mark solemn service
Nov 15, 2017
Landmark Village hosted a Remembrance Day
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Village on the Thames celebrates two 100th birthdays
Agnes Male and Nellie Russchen treated to a party attended by Chatham-Kent mayor
Nov 13, 2017
The Village on the Thames recently played host
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St. Andrew’s Terrace cook discusses her team’s award-winning pureed tacos
‘We’re ecstatic that we won because we weren’t expecting to win – we went in and just did it,’ says Shelley Hawke
Nov 10, 2017
When St. Andrew’s Terrace cooks Shelley
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Fairview Towers hosts first Halloween in years, much to residents delight
About 20 Residents pitch in to buy candy for trick-or-treaters
Nov 08, 2017
Halloween proved to be the perfect opportunity
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S&R seniors living communities enjoy memorable Halloween parties
Homes go all-out to ensure everyone had a great time
Nov 06, 2017
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s seniors
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Twin Lakes Terrace now a 100% restraint-free LTC home
Last 2 residents with restraints removed are experiencing improved quality of life, says quality team member
Nov 03, 2017
Twin Lakes Terrace is now a 100-per-cent
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S&R Health Care Scholarship application extended to November 10, 2017
Scholarship, made possible through a partnership with Sarnia Community Foundation, helps students pursuing careers in the health-care sector
Nov 01, 2017
Students with a primary residence in
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Heron Terrace nursing rehab team helping residents like Rosina Dawson maintain mobility
Nursing rehab team members are able to spot challenges residents are having and work with them to enhance their quality of life
Oct 30, 2017
A major benefit Heron Terrace’s nursing
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S&R busy supporting charities, community causes throughout autumn
Breast Cancer Society, Parkinson Canada and a Sarnia school are among those that have benefited from S&R’s dedication to community support
Oct 27, 2017
It has been a busy autumn at the Steeves &
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S&R kitchen teams attend annual educational day, compete in cooking contest
St. Andrew’s Terrace team’s pureed tacos earns top prize in contest sponsored by Sysco
Oct 25, 2017
Team members working in the Steeves & Rozem
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Walking and karaoke at Rosewood Village nets $450 for Parkinson Canada
‘The residents loved it; we had a ball, it was a great day’
Oct 23, 2017
The folks at Rosewood Village combined fitness
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Trillium Villa convalescent program helps Elsa Almeida return home after hip surgery
‘It’s an excellent program. I have gained a lot from it, and I am much stronger now’
Oct 20, 2017
Elsa Almeida transferred from hospital to
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S&R Paint Nite raises $600 in support of Breast Cancer Society
Event held to support S&R team members and families affected by breast cancer
Oct 18, 2017
Twenty-eight people recently discovered artisti
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Lanark Heights’ residents helping management with job interviews
New initiative encouraging residents to become more active in their care
Oct 16, 2017
In an effort to encourage residents to be more
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Southgate Village hosts memorial bingo in honour of resident
Two of resident Alex’s favourite things were bingo and Tim Hortons, so both were incorporated into his memorial
Oct 13, 2017
Southgate Village fun co-ordinator Susan Davis
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Village on the Thames residents enjoy one last summer outing
Annual KFC picnic made possible through valuable community partnership
Oct 11, 2017
Village on the Thames residents were treated to
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Village on the Thames Grandparents Day attracts 300 people
The annual day of celebrating grandparents ‘gets bigger every year’ at the seniors-living community
Oct 06, 2017
Village on the Thames celebrated National
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S&R Health Care Scholarship applications due Oct. 27
Scholarship open to students in Sarnia and Lambton County pursuing health-care careers
Oct 04, 2017
The Steeves & Rozema Group is once again
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Westmount family council members go to Queen’s Park to support introduction of bill
Bill calls for gov’t to address funding and staffing issues in Ontario LTC homes
Oct 02, 2017
Two Westmount Gardens family council members
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Josephine Schreiner graduates from Trillium nursing rehab program, reaches all goals
Resident now transferring after 16 months in program
Sep 29, 2017
Trillium Villa
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S&R cyclists help raise $50K to enhance palliative care in Sarnia-Lambton
2017 BIGF proceeds support St. Joseph Hospice and palliative care at Bluewater Health
Sep 27, 2017
More than 700 cyclists, including several team
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Lanark Heights focuses on enhancing quality mealtimes this summer
Barbecues and a corn roast highlight exceptional dining experiences at Kitchener LTC community
Sep 25, 2017
The folks working at Lanark Heights went all-ou
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It’s off to market for Twin Lakes Village residents
Group has a ‘great time’ at Point Edward Moonlight Farmers’ Market
Sep 22, 2017
When the folks living at Twin Lakes Village
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Landmark Village raises $715 during WALK-IT for Parkinson’s event
Sarnia seniors-living community’s residents and staff walk more than 62K steps in support of Parkinson Society
Sep 20, 2017
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Westmount Gardens applauding OARC program to educate people on Residents’ Bill of Rights
Westmount and Trillium Villa participate in yearlong trial of the Through Our Eyes program
Sep 18, 2017
A program created by the Ontario Association of
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On with the show! Victoria Playhouse provides VOTT residents, staff with free tickets
Group takes outing to Petrolia to attend play, thanks to theatre’s generosity
Sep 15, 2017
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2017 S&R scholarship recipients announced
Six children of S&R team members receive $500 awards to help with post-secondary education
Sep 13, 2017
The Steeves & Rozema Group has announced th
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Village on the St. Clair takes ‘steps’ to help Parkinson Society
Residents and staff members raise more than $200 in support of charity
Sep 11, 2017
A group of residents and staff members from the
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Village on the Thames residents, staff show support for friend’s business
Group heads to hairdresser Jill Perrin’s gift shop in Erieau for day trip
Sep 08, 2017
A group of residents from the Village on the
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S&R hosts rooftop eclipse party with family and friends
60 people gather at St. Clair Corporate Centre to witness first solar eclipse in 38 years
Sep 06, 2017
A group of about 60 people consisting of the
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Landmark Village residents donate school supplies to 18 student in need
This is the second year Sarnia seniors-living community has donated to ‘backpack campaign’
Sep 01, 2017
For the second year in a row, Landmark Village
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Jimmy the budgie makes his return to Village on the St. Clair
Blue budgie is now a permanent resident, much to residents’ delight
Aug 30, 2017
Jimmy, a blue budgie, has made his return to th
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S&R’s 7 LTC communities complete accreditation survey
VP of LTC Jane Zoeger commends strengths-based approach CARF Canada takes to the process
Aug 28, 2017
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s seven
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Strong community-building resonates throughout S&R this summer
Teams throughout the organization are making homes and communities better places to live
Aug 25, 2017
It has been a busy summer, chock-full of
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Meet Marky the Yorkshire terrier, Landmark Village’s newest team member
‘We felt he would be the perfect addition to the family here at Landmark Village’
Aug 23, 2017
There’s a new face at Landmark Village
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Ahoy, matey! Southgate’s pirate-themed BBQ a real treasure
More than 160 people turn up for summer party
Aug 21, 2017
Hoist the mizzenmast!
Southgate
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S&R supports 55-plus Southwest Regional Games with platinum sponsorship
Involvement with the games showcases S&R’s corporate mission of ‘creating communities that are good for life’
Aug 18, 2017
The Steeves & Rozema Group was a platinum
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S&R accepting scholarship applications until Friday (Aug. 18)
Six $500 scholarships available to S&R children and grandchildren
Aug 16, 2017
Children and grandchildren of Steeves &
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Mary Gilbert, ‘the face of bingo at Twin Lakes Terrace,’ receives Volunteer Recognition Award
12-year volunteer is recognized for her commitment to residents
Aug 14, 2017
Twin Lakes Terrace volunteer Mary Gilbert is th
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Waterloo Heights resident choir brings 25 residents together to explore musical talent
‘It’s one of my favourite activities that I have done here, there is so much laughing and positivity,’ says fun co-ordinator
Aug 11, 2017
Waterloo
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Choir helping Lanark Heights residents rediscover musical talents
Weekly program also creating a strong community among of residents and family members
Aug 09, 2017
A new resident-based choir at Lanark Heights is
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Staff from 3 S&R apartment buildings treated to pool party in Kitchener
Celebrating hard work with fun helps create community
Aug 04, 2017
There are many ways Steeves & Rozema’
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Things get ‘corny’ at Lanark Heights
Residents help prepare corn for dinner, more work ahead
Aug 02, 2017
The folks living at Lanark Heights recently
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St. Andrew’s Terrace life enrichment team earns Quality Improvement Award for intergenerational choir
Life enrichment team has helped create a strong community bond with Tait Street Public School
Jul 31, 2017
The St. Andrew’s Terrace life enrichment
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Waterloo Heights residents take in Niagara Falls’ long-running theatrical tribute to Canada
Visit to Oh Canada Eh dinner show ties in with residents’ celebration of country’s 150th birthday
Jul 28, 2017
A group of 10 Waterloo Heights residents
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Heron Terrace resident Fred Frazer transferring, thanks to rehab program
After 9 months, Fred has graduated from the program and improved his quality of life
Jul 26, 2017
For nine months, Heron Terrace resident Fred
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Village on the Thames resident’s touch of love credited for blooming Christmas cactus
Plant’s flowers bloom for first time in 10 years, after Marie O’Hara starts caring for it
Jul 24, 2017
Call it the miracle at Village on the Thames.
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Marquis East has turned over a new leaf with renovations and a new name
Welcome to Inn on the Park
Jul 21, 2017
The Steeves & Rozema Group is working on so many renovations at the Marquis East at Trillium
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St. Andrew’s Terrace volunteer introduces fidget squares and blankets to residents
These items, made by Jane Landra, are providing sensory stimulation
Jul 19, 2017
St. Andrew’s Terrace volunteer Jane Landr
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Six S&R seniors living residences rebranded as ‘villages’
Name change aimed at increasing S&R’s commitment to ‘creating communities that are good for life’
Jul 17, 2017
When people hear the word “village,&rdquo
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Twin Lakes Village cook ensures residents have a ‘sweet’ Canada Day
Kelly Hayter makes Canadian flag dessert in honour of Canada’s 150th birthday
Jul 14, 2017
Twin Lakes Village fun co-ordinator Jennifer
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Residence on the Thames celebrates Canada Day in style
Team members from all departments pitch in to make event successful
Jul 12, 2017
Tina Drew is commending team members from all
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Afton Park celebrates weddings with photos and fashion show
Life enrichment aide Marjorie Desmet organizes event residents ‘are still talking about’
Jul 10, 2017
Afton Park Place life enrichment manager Stacy
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Residence on the Thames’ men treated to Father’s Day BBQ
Teamwork helped make the event a success
Jul 07, 2017
The third annual Father’s Day barbecue at
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S&R pitches support for 39th Sarnia Seniors Cruise
‘Seeing all the happy faces of seniors makes me feel proud that S&R supports the cruise’
Jul 05, 2017
The annual Sarnia Seniors Cruise is a landmark
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S&R team supporting Sarnia palliative-care centres by participating in cycling event
Team hopes to raise $40K during Bluewater International Granfondo
Jun 30, 2017
A group of team members from Steeves &
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Waterloo Regional Police Male Chorus performs for Lanark Heights residents
Kitchener LTC home granted one of only 25 yearly shows from renowned choir
Jun 28, 2017
The Waterloo Regional Police Male Chorus
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Landmark Village hosts educational sessions to help prevent financial elder abuse
Residents and community come together to learn from experts
Jun 26, 2017
Landmark Village hosted learning sessions at th
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RSC’s strawberry social proceeds donated to Heart and Stroke Foundation
Residents thanked for the $255 they raised
Jun 23, 2017
In the spirit of giving back to the local
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RSC residents donate 55 sandwiches to local charity
Sandwiches help feed people accessing services from Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Jun 21, 2017
People living at Residence on the St. Clair
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‘Riders on the Thames’ brave rain in support of Heart and Stroke Foundation
This is the 3rd straight year Residence on the Thames has entered a team in the Big Bike relay
Jun 19, 2017
The rain may have been pouring down in
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Twin Lakes Terrace’s Carol Dunseith receives Above and Beyond Award
Dietary staff member ‘is always brightening our residents’ day in some way, big or small’
Jun 16, 2017
Twin Lakes Terrace managers and staff recall ho
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Residence on the Thames raises $1,400 for Heart and Stroke Foundation
Quarter auction proves to be successful fundraising tool
Jun 14, 2017
Residence on the Thames had a blockbuster
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Lanark Heights says ‘thank you’ to all staff during Nursing Week
Kitchener LTC home hosts events each day to show staff appreciation
Jun 12, 2017
Lanark Heights’ lead nursing team created
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S&R once again offering six $500 scholarships to employees’ family members
Applications due by Aug. 18
Jun 09, 2017
The Steeves & Rozema Group is once again
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Ambassadors easing transition for new Southgate residents
DOC applauding Don Parsons and Marion Jones for making people feel at home
Jun 07, 2017
Southgate Residence director of care (DOC) Beck
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Blanket program bringing Landmark residents together to help community
Residents creating ‘no-sew blankets’ that will be donated to a charity at Christmas
Jun 05, 2017
Landmark Village fun co-ordinator Brent Hart ha
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Westmount Gardens honours resident nurses during staff appreciation week
‘Our residents who are nurses loved it’
Jun 02, 2017
Westmount Gardens once again acknowledged
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Shirley Wells honoured for nearly a decade of volunteer service to Afton Park
‘If you enjoy being around people, then would enjoy this,’ she says of volunteering
May 31, 2017
Shirley Wells was recently
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RotSC resident author among new anthology’s contributors
Wendy Washington recites poem from book during reading at Sarnia retirement community
May 29, 2017
Residence on the St. Clair hosted a gathering o
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Lanark Place’s 2016 fundraising initiatives net staff S&R’s Community Service Award
Kitchener retirement community raised more than $9K for charities last year
May 26, 2017
Lanark Place raised more than $9,000 for local
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Longtime Afton Park volunteer receives OLTCA Circle of Excellence award
Baron Blais says volunteering is an important part of his life
May 24, 2017
A longtime Afton Park Place volunteer was
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Landmark kitchen team applauded for cooking, catering 2 volunteer appreciation events
Sarnia VON, Volunteer Coordinators’ Association provided top-notch meals and service
May 19, 2017
Landmark Village’s kitchen and dining roo
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Volunteer Lucia Teresi has been an important part of St. Andrew’s team for 13 years
‘She enriches the lives of not only the people that she volunteers with, but also the management and the team members, too’
May 17, 2017
For 13 years, Lucia Teresi has been a valued
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Lea Rocco praises ‘awesome’ Trillium Villa convalescent program and staff
Resident’s hard work in the program is helping her return home after hospital stay
May 15, 2017
Thanks to her determination and guidance from
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Staff members and volunteers honoured at annual S&R Awards celebration
Awards handed out in four categories; long-time staff honoured for service
May 12, 2017
About 50 Steeves & Rozema team members from across the organization were
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Pianist says residents’ appreciation has kept her volunteering at Southgate for 16 years
‘I love it here,’ says Elaine Wright
May 10, 2017
Elaine Wright began volunteering at Southgate
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Life enrichment worker ‘hatches’ idea to engage Trillium Villa residents
11 chicks born in incubator at Sarnia LTC home; residents spent 3 weeks looking forward to big day
May 08, 2017
Trillium Villa life enrichment worker Laura Eyd
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Afton Park residents treated to a taste of Mexico in celebration of Cinco de Mayo
Life enrichment team collaborates to create a fun afternoon for residents
May 05, 2017
The spirit of a Mexican fiesta came to Afton
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Completed ‘memory tree’ sparks positive reaction from residents
‘It’s a great way for us to pay our respect to the residents who have come and gone’
May 03, 2017
The “memory tree” Lanark Heights'
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Heron Terrace team puts abundance of funeral sprays to good use
‘These arrangements are a reminder for us all to slow down, enjoy life, and to stop and smell the roses’
May 01, 2017
The Heron Terrace team recently came up with an
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Westmount residents donate blanket they knitted to women’s shelter
Knitting group is happy the blanket will help others
Apr 28, 2017
The hard work and dedication of a group of
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Earth Day comes to Afton Park
S&R dietetic intern creates fun, educational day for residents
Apr 26, 2017
Afton Park Place residents were treated to an
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S&R retirement communities praising shuttle driver for her initiative
Lorraine Barr is always going the extra mile for residents on their outings
Apr 24, 2017
Managers from the Steeves & Rozema
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Westmount Gardens hosts first annual PSW Skill Fair
Staff take fun, interactive approach to enhancing front-line education
Apr 21, 2017
After identifying learning needs among
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Sarnia Sting hockey club honours 2 Landmark Village residents
Bill Abbott and Bruce Murray recognized for their military service
Apr 19, 2017
The Sarnia Sting hockey club recently honoured
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Heron Terrace residents treated to tailgate party to celebrate Tigers’ home opener
‘There were a lot of smiles and everybody had a great time’
Apr 12, 2017
Heron Terrace celebrated the Detroit
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Lanark Heights’ care conferences engage residents, families and staff
Goal is to deliver the highest quality experiences to residents and family members
Apr 10, 2017
Lanark Heights has created a system of care
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Afton Park helps 2 residents quit smoking
Barb and Arnold are still smoke-free after 5 months
Apr 07, 2017
Two Afton Park Place residents have kicked thei
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Fairview Towers’ Margaret Ross retires after serving S&R 23 years
‘Margaret meant the world to the tenants; they’re going to miss her so much’
Apr 05, 2017
About 50 people who knew o
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Trillium Villa student volunteer praised for dedication to residents
Femi Adewusi is using his experience at Sarnia LTC home to help launch a medical career
Apr 03, 2017
A Trillium Villa registered nurse is tipping her hat to a remarkabl
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S&R LTC homes putting iPads on snack carts to enhance resident safety
iPads include apps that provide staff instant access to most recent information about residents’ dietary needs
Mar 31, 2017
Snack carts in Steeves & Rozema’s
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Lanark Heights raises $1,900 for Big Brothers Big Sisters
Event cited as a ‘great team-building exercise’ that helped the local community
Mar 29, 2017
A team of bowlers representing Lanark Heights
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Landmark Village launches intergenerational program with local mothers and tots
‘Our residents’ faces light right up when they see the little ones’
Mar 27, 2017
Landmark Village and some mothers and their
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Lanark Heights helps improve resident’s quality of life in many ways
Shirley Weiler has become very active at Kitchener LTC home
Mar 24, 2017
In the year since she moved into Lanark Heights
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Lanark Heights’ life enrichment department working to enhance residents’ quality experiences
Increasing one-to-one programming for residents with cognitive impairment a top priority
Mar 22, 2017
The Lanark Heights life enrichment department i
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Landmark Village celebrates successful month of fundraising and entertaining in February
Highlights include fundraisers for Heart and Stroke Foundation, Reminisce Day and Random Acts of Kindness Day
Mar 20, 2017
February was a busy month at Landmark Village,
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St. Andrew’s Terrace warms things up with a tropical-themed day
Life enrichment and dietary departments join forces to create fun-filled activity
Mar 17, 2017
With the winter season not quite finished, the
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S&R is looking for outstanding staff members, groups committed to quality improvement
Today is the deadline to submit nominations for Quest for Success awards
Mar 15, 2017
Are there staff members – individually or
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S&R seeks award nominations for team members who positively impact their communities
Quest for Success Community Service award recognizes people’s efforts outside the workplace
Mar 13, 2017
People working for Steeves & Rozema are
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Quest for Success: S&R wants to know which team members are going ‘above and beyond’
Award recognizes staff members who make outstanding contributions to residents and their colleagues
Mar 10, 2017
Who are the team members in your Steeves &
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RotSC residents making milk-bag mattresses for families in developing countries
‘It is a rewarding activity for all’
Mar 08, 2017
Residents at the Residence on the St. Clair are
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Lanark Heights reading program engaging residents with cognitive impairment
Staff encouraging active participation from residents, which is impacting engagement level
Mar 06, 2017
Lanark Heights’ life enrichment manager i
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Has your S&R home nominated volunteers yet for the 2017 Quest for Success?
Nomination deadline is March 15
Mar 03, 2017
With the deadline for the Steeves & Rozema
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Twin Lakes takes first place Christmas-party attendance contest, wins another party
Celebrations were ‘a really great team-bonding experience’
Mar 01, 2017
During the holiday season, the Steeves &
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S&R LTC homes demonstrate commitment to providing quality experiences to residents
Many stories in February underscore the high-quality services homes deliver
Feb 27, 2017
Bringing quality experiences to people living i
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‘This is the most loving place I have ever been’
Edna LeBreton praises Trillium Villa team for helping her regain mobility in convalescent program
Feb 24, 2017
Edna LeBreton is looking forward to returning
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Westmount Gardens’ kitchen and activities staff collaborate to ring in Chinese new year
Departments work together to maximize residents’ programming experiences
Feb 22, 2017
Westmount Gardens’ food services and life
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TV bingo proves to be excellent activity to engage Twin Lakes residents
‘We have a really great turnout of residents who enjoy playing’
Feb 17, 2017
When it comes to finding an easy way to engage
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Landmark Village keeps festive momentum going in January
Home celebrates 2 fun days, Chinese new year, and raises $250 for Alzheimer Society
Feb 15, 2017
With the Christmas season over, the folks at
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Afton Park’s Snoezelen room enhancing quality of life for residents with dementia
Sensory stimulation helps decrease agitation while curbing medication interventions
Feb 13, 2017
For 15 years, Afton Park Place’s Snoezele
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Creating compassionate end-of-life care a key strength of Heron Terrace palliative care team
Palliative care committee chair discusses some successful ideas
Feb 10, 2017
Creating ways to provide compassionate
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S&R’s Quest for Success approaching. Have you made your nominations?
Team members asked to nominate colleagues for outstanding achievements in 4 categories
Feb 08, 2017
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s annual
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Afton Park’s Montessori program successful at engaging residents with dementia
Programming supports residents’ strengths and interests
Feb 06, 2017
For about seven years, Montessori-based
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Holiday season helps cement intergenerational partnerships at Twin Lakes
3 groups of children visited retirement community during holidays, all reporting positive experiences
Feb 03, 2017
The holiday season at Twin Lakes Terrace proved
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S&R homes show outstanding commitment to communities during the holidays
Homes raise funds, food, and provide Christmas gifts to people in need
Feb 01, 2017
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s mission
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Lanark Heights resident’s hard work gets her on her feet again
‘I am raring to go,’ says Mary Marquardt
Jan 30, 2017
Lanark Heights resident Mary Marquardt is not
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Annual skate party brings S&R families together
Skating, presents, pizza, and Nemo and Dory mark annual event
Jan 27, 2017
The Steeves & Rozema Group once again had a
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St. Andrew’s quality team putting extra focus on skin care
Team initiates ‘skin challenge’ to spark interest of front-line staff
Jan 25, 2017
The St. Andrew’s Terrace quality team is
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Quality teams bringing important knowledge together to improve resident care
‘You really have to have that approach to look at the holistic picture of the resident’
Jan 23, 2017
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s long-ter
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Engaging entertainment highlights Residence on the Thames’ Christmas party
Ryan and Crystal St. Denis wow residents and their guests with stellar performance
Jan 20, 2017
The annual Residence on the Thames Christmas
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Lanark Heights collects enough to feed 100 people accessing food bank
‘We thought it was great that people were able to get into the Christmas spirit and donate to the local community, which is what Christmastime is all
Jan 18, 2017
With their hearts set on helping the local
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Southgate Residence helps ensure families in need have a memorable Christmas
S&R retirement community supports food bank, Toys for Tots and international goodwill program
Jan 16, 2017
Residents, their families, staff members and
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Landmark Village marks holiday season by giving back to the community
Sarnia retirement community spreads holiday cheer to hospice, Inn of the Good Shepherd and women’s shelter
Jan 13, 2017
Landmark Village was buzzing with activity in
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Afton Park Place touched by random acts of kindness during holidays
Employees from Shell refinery and Ministry of Environment share Christmas spirit with residents
Jan 11, 2017
Afton Park Place was touched by two random acts of kindness from the local community during the
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Santa’s visit to Lanark Heights brings smiles on Christmas Eve
‘It was just an astonishing program’
Jan 09, 2017
Everyone knows it’s not a proper Christma
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Interdepartmental collaboration makes Afton Park holiday luncheon special
105 residents and family members come together to enjoy turkey lunch and afternoon entertainment
Jan 06, 2017
Afton Park Place hosted its annual Christmas
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Residence on the St. Clair residents come together to help others through fundraisers
Pre-Christmas events provide donations to several worthy causes
Jan 04, 2017
The folks living at the Residence on the St.
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Happy holidays
We will resume publishing on Jan. 4
Dec 28, 2016
S&R Today would like to wish all of our
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Waterloo Heights’ Variety Night showcases the talents of residents and staff
Hard work from residents and staff make annual event a success
Dec 23, 2016
Waterloo Heights’ annual Variety Night on
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Resident’s idea gives Lanark Place its largest Christmas tree
Robert Johnson and his family decorate blue spruce in the home’s yard
Dec 21, 2016
Lanark Place resident Robert Johnson has added
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Lanark Place residents ‘light up’ the holiday season
Residents and staff take memorable Gift of Lights tour in Kitchener
Dec 19, 2016
A group of Lanark Place residents and staff
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Lanark Heights RPN receives prestigious award from RPNAO
Monica Campbell nominated for Preceptor Award by a Conestoga College student she mentored
Dec 16, 2016
Lanark Heights registered practical nurse (RPN)
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Westmount Gardens hosts intergenerational day of Christmas cheer
Staff members’ children enjoy day of fun with residents
Dec 14, 2016
Westmount Gardens recently combined Christmas
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Lanark Heights’ Christmas open house creates strong community with residents and families
Every department worked together to make the event successful
Dec 12, 2016
Lanark Heights’ annual Christmas open
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Heron Terrace resident Barbara Bowlby ‘steps up’ to nursing rehab program
Practising stair-walking helps her regain independence
Dec 09, 2016
For Heron Terrace resident Barbara Bowlby,
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S&R wins award for best commercial design in annual Sarnia Christmas parade
Colourful float based on Finding Dory was the result of hard work and team spirit
Dec 07, 2016
The Steeves & Rozema Group won its 10th
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St. Andrew’s Terrace partners with school to create intergenerational choir
Residents and students to perform first show at Tait Street Public School on Dec. 8
Dec 05, 2016
St. Andrew’s Terrace and Tait Street
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Westmount Gardens decorating contest engages residents and staff
Winning department gets treated to a pizza party
Dec 02, 2016
For the second straight year, Westmount Gardens
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November a big month for ‘creating communities that are good for life’ at S&R
Residents and staff living S&R’s mission every day
Nov 30, 2016
It has been another outstanding month of
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Residence on the Thames’ Tina Drew receives Heroes in the Home award
Activity director nominated for award by friend who saw her dedication to retirement community’s residents
Nov 28, 2016
Residence on the Thames activity director Tina
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Love of euchre brings four Afton Park men together to form card club
‘I’ve been working here 15 years, and this is the first time I’ve seen something like this happen,’ says life enrichment manager
Nov 25, 2016
Four gentlemen living at Afton Park Place have
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The importance of effective, strong communication underscored at S&R’s annual Core Values Day.
New managers and some of S&R’s ‘star performers’ treated to engaging annual fun and learning day
Nov 23, 2016
About 100 of the Steeves & Rozema
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Waterloo Heights rolls out the red carpet
Residents were treated to annual black-tie event on Nov. 10
Nov 21, 2016
Waterloo Heights recently rolled out the red
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St. Andrew’s Terrace to add bench dedicated to veterans in memorial garden
The bench is the newest addition to a garden created in memory of a much-loved volunteer
Nov 18, 2016
In honour of Remembrance Day, St. Andrew’
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Heron Terrace resident donates 17,500 drink-can tabs for Ronald McDonald House
Charity will use proceeds from selling tabs to help fund programming
Nov 16, 2016
Heron Terrace resident Shirley Dunn is truly
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Twin Lakes cook wins first prize in recipe contest
Mark Walters says the secret to his fish Piedmontese’s success is its simplicity
Nov 14, 2016
Twin Lakes Terrace cook Mark Walters was awarde
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Trillium Villa’s convalescent program helps Ida Murray make a ‘quick recovery’
‘I’m very, very happy with everything – this is a wonderful program, and I’d recommend it to anybody’
Nov 11, 2016
Ida Murray went home Wednesday (Nov. 1), having
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Rosewood Manor hosts casino night to raise money for 2 causes
Alzheimer Society and Compassion Canada each receive $340 from fundraiser
Nov 09, 2016
Rosewood Manor recently hosted a casino night a
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Accessible exercise machine increasing engagement in Lanark Heights’ physiotherapy program
Residents with mobility challenges can build arm, leg strength from their wheelchairs
Nov 07, 2016
An exercise machine Lanark Heights purchased
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Rosewood Manor hosts Halloween bash for residents
Retirement community’s party included residents from the Marquis and team members from S&R head office
Nov 04, 2016
Rosewood Manor was all about witches, ghosts,
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Lanark Heights takes a fun approach to a serious topic – infection control
Home engages staff in a week of activities focused on keeping a safe, infection-free environment
Nov 02, 2016
The Lanark Heights team used a fun approach
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Barbara Ferguson moving home after one month in Trillium Villa’s convalescent program
She credits program for helping her make the transition from hospital to her home after knee surgery
Oct 31, 2016
One month after entering Trillium Villa’s
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Twin Lakes plants 150 tulips to mark Canada’s 150th birthday
‘Our staff here is so amazing – they are always thinking of our residents and how to better our home’
Oct 28, 2016
Two Twin Lakes Terrace staff members and a
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S&R LTC division kicks off annual flu-vaccination contest
Competition aims to get as many staff members vaccinated as possible to reduce infection risk
Oct 26, 2016
Now that flu season has arrived, the Steeves
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Autumn has been the season of giving for S&R LTC and retirement homes
Residents and staff members host events and fundraisers promoting S&R’s mission
Oct 24, 2016
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s mission
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S&R LTC homes excelling at getting people mobile
We look back on three residents who’ve improved their quality of life since moving into an S&R home
Oct 21, 2016
Steeves & Rozema long-term care homes have
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Denise Desmarais working toward walking again, one step at a time
Heron Terrace resident improving mobility with help from home’s nursing rehab program
Oct 19, 2016
Heron Terrace resident Denise Desmarais is
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Southgate Residence caps off summer with beach party
Residents and staff members give summer one ‘last hurrah’
Oct 17, 2016
As summer came to a close at the end of August,
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Westmount Gardens hosts ‘farm and fair’ themed week
Highlights include trip to Western Fair and a visit from some special animals
Oct 14, 2016
Residents and staff members at Westmount Garden
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Heron Terrace’s resident ‘Spitfire’ trades wheelchair for a walker
Elson Gomes can now walk 300 feet, thanks to his hard work in nursing rehab program
Oct 12, 2016
Elson Gomes has earned the nickname
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Lanark Place does a stellar job of fundraising for local food bank in September
Pie sale and fall market help retirement home give back to the community
Oct 07, 2016
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s mission
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Westmount Gardens residents raise $815 during annual ALS walk
Residents work hard to support their friend who is living with ALS
Oct 05, 2016
Westmount Gardens residents raised $815 in
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Nursing rehab helps Westmount Gardens resident reach mobility goal
Thanks to his hard work, Blair Gibson is back to using only his walker to get around
Oct 03, 2016
Westmount Gardens resident Blair Gibson is,
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Groovy, man. Twin Lakes Terrace hosts 70s-themed fun day
Program proves effective at bringing residents and staff together
Sep 30, 2016
A 1970s-themed day Twin Lakes Terrace hosted
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Southgate resident and student bonding, thanks to volunteering program
Resident and student share a wide variety of common interests
Sep 28, 2016
Kingsville District High School’s student
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Landmark Village outreach project ensures students have school supplies
Residents help provide 22 backpacks filled with supplies to Lansdowne Public School students
Sep 26, 2016
Residents and staff members at Landmark Village
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Lanark Heights residents and staff raise $535 to support Parkinson Society
Home’s annual walk supports a worthy cause while getting everyone out into the community
Sep 23, 2016
Lanark Heights hosted its annual walk in suppor
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Family makes donation to Heron Terrace life enrichment department in memory of resident
Wiley family expresses gratitude to home ‘love and care’ their mother received
Sep 21, 2016
Heron Terrace life enrichment co-ordinator Lori George says the Windsor long-term care home is
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Earl Malda reaches one more milestone in journey to walking again
St. Andrew’s Terrace resident completes two-person standing pivot transfer
Sep 19, 2016
Earl Malda is not one to turn down a challenge
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S&R beautifies Community Living-run home during Day of Caring
Event is a perfect way to demonstrate commitment to ‘creating communities that are good for life’
Sep 16, 2016
A group of four staff members from the Steeves
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Life enrichment manager’s passion for helping seniors leads to Lanark Heights
Nathan McFadyen reflects on his first six months as department head
Sep 14, 2016
Nathan McFadyen says he was drawn to a career
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Lanark Heights creates memorial tree to honour past residents
‘We want to show that we care about all of the residents who have come to live at Lanark Heights’
Sep 12, 2016
Lanark Heights staff members have created a
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Foot nurse uses music to engage residents
‘Music is a level playing field that anyone can enter and enjoy,’ says Pam Garrod
Sep 09, 2016
One of Pam Garrod’s joys when she visits
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Westmount Gardens and Alzheimer Society partner to support each other’s initiatives
LEC says the collaboration is a natural fit
Sep 07, 2016
Westmount Gardens formed a partnership in July
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RotSC residents discovering artistic talents through colouring programs
Activities are also relaxing and a source of pride for people
Sep 02, 2016
Residents at Residence on the St. Clair are
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Residence on the St. Clair making most of local community with ‘coffee breaks’
Day trips have engaged residents in many local treasures
Aug 31, 2016
Residence on the St. Clair has discovered a way
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‘Olympic Games’ prove to be excellent tool for engaging residents in programming
Waterloo Heights saw programming attendance ‘quadruple’ during two-week competition between residents
Aug 29, 2016
Waterloo Heights found an innovative way to bot
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S&R residences enhancing their community profiles this summer
LTC and retirement homes hosting events to engage the public, organizations
Aug 26, 2016
Steeves & Rozema long-term care and
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Carnival-themed fundraiser brings Lanark Place community together
The event was an example of the retirement home’s commitment to S&R’s mission
Aug 24, 2016
Lanark Place hosted its first-ever Summer
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Southgate BBQ brings residents, friends and family together
Country-and-western themed event also raised money for worthy causes
Aug 22, 2016
Southgate Residence’s July 14 friends and
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Landmark Village busy this summer helping local community
Sarnia retirement home living spirit of S&R’s commitment to ‘creating communities that are good for life’
Aug 19, 2016
Steeves & Rozema’s mission of
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Summer party promotes Landmark Village’s cruise ship theme
Fun in the Sun event also raises money for worthy causes
Aug 17, 2016
Landmark Village hosted its Fun in the Sun part
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Southgate creates interactive method for emergency planning, elder abuse prevention training
‘We feel it is important to know this information inside and out, and not just read it and have some idea about it’
Aug 15, 2016
Southgate Residence recently created an
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Spirit of Summer Games kicks off at Twin Lakes Terrace
Residents engaged in activities showing support for Olympians
Aug 12, 2016
Twin Lakes Terrace’s long-term care
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Car show prompts reminiscing and community engagement at Afton Park
Annual event brings community together
Aug 10, 2016
Afton Park Place hosted a classic car show July
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Landmark Village employees’ first day on the job like no other
‘Birthday party’ introduces Natalie Meilke and Tracey McFadden to S&R’s welcoming culture
Aug 08, 2016
Landmark Village held its first “birthday
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Residents have a splash at Lanark Heights ‘beach party’
KitcheLTC home worked hard to create a beach-themed activity everyone enjoyed
Aug 05, 2016
Lanark Heights brought a beach atmosphere to th
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Afton Park resident mobile again after one month in nursing rehab program
Dan Janjatovic’s hard work pays off
Aug 03, 2016
Afton Park Place resident Dan Janjatovic has
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Westmount Gardens wins Epilepsy Support Centre’s Purple Day Challenge
Residents and staff work hard to raise epilepsy awareness
Jul 29, 2016
Westmount Gardens is the winner of the Epilepsy
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Theatre group gets standing ovation from Twin Lakes Terrace
Hidden Talents delivers a top-notch performance of musical, meets with residents after the show
Jul 27, 2016
Twin Lakes Terrace fun co-ordinator Jennifer
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S&R offering scholarships for post-secondary students in health sciences/health care
Qualified individuals invited to apply by Oct. 14
Jul 25, 2016
Post-secondary students who are completing
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Introducing strawberry socials, butterfly raising and Paint Nites
Steeves and Rozema communities make time for the simple pleasures of life
Jul 22, 2016
Over the last few weeks, S and R Today has told stories about some of the ways that Steeves and
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Steeves and Rozema communities actively advocate for Better Seniors Care
Heron Terrace places third in provincial advocacy contest
Jul 20, 2016
Steeves and Rozema communities sent close to 4,000 tweets, calls and letters to MPPs advocating fo
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2016 Steeves and Rozema Group Scholarship Open For Applications
Family members of Steeves and Rozema employees invited to apply by Aug. 12
Jul 18, 2016
Marci Breault loves the task of informing the winners of the Steeves and Rozema Group Scholarship
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Latin Fest spices up Westmount Gardens
Residents plan 1950’s themed event for 2017
Jul 15, 2016
Life at Westmount Gardens in London centred on one theme on June 29 – the Latin culture.
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For Westmount Gardens’ new administrator, Andrew Adamyk, it’s about the people
Career choice, place of residence, focus of new role all centred on relationships
Jul 13, 2016
From his career choice to current place of residence to the focus of his new role as administrator
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Paint and fun flow during Lanark Place’s Paint Nite
Initial shyness and skepticism give way to laughter and enjoyment
Jul 11, 2016
While the initia
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Rosewood Manor residents emBARK on project to help local dog groomer
Residents making bows and ribbons for Vanity Fur
Jul 08, 2016
Rosewood Manor is proving that Steeves &
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RotSC residents honoured for contributions during Seniors Month
‘In addition to raising money, contributing gifts and a lending a hand, our residents are always great to put a smile on someone’s face’
Jul 06, 2016
Residents at Residence on the St. Clair were
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Afton Park residents say goodbye to butterflies they spent weeks caring for
Residents applaud home for creating engaging project
Jul 04, 2016
After spending five weeks caring for butterfly
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Lanark Place raises $2,096 for Heart and Stroke Foundation during Big Bike relay
S&R matches donation dollar for dollar
Jun 29, 2016
Lanark Place staff members are celebrating
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Westmount Gardens hosts ceremony to celebrate 5 residents’ completion of nursing rehab program
‘We are really proud of our success stories and proud of our residents, who will continue to inspire everyone’
Jun 27, 2016
Five proud residents at Westmount Gardens
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Twin Lakes Terrace’s newest team member starts first day with a party
'I felt so welcomed that I almost started to cry,' says Gizella Lukacs
Jun 24, 2016
Gizella Lukacs says her first day on the job at
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Blue Jays Day is a grand slam at Waterloo Heights
Residents and staff go all out to support their favourite baseball team
Jun 22, 2016
Waterloo Heights had the “blues” on
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St. Andrew’s Terrace praised for high engagement during in-service
‘You can definitely feel the S&R culture; it’s very alive at St. Andrew’s Terrace’
Jun 20, 2016
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s director
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FIAT students visit Westmount Gardens as part of goodwill mission
Students deliver a card to home, say prayer for everyone
Jun 17, 2016
A group of students from three elementary
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Twin Lakes hosts time honoured tradition: the strawberry social
Team effort from residents and staff ensures event’s success
Jun 15, 2016
Twin Lakes Terrace recently hosted its annual
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Dorothy Pleadwell walks again, proving her doctor wrong
Heron Terrace resident’s mobility greatly improves after three months in nursing rehab program
Jun 13, 2016
Dorothy Pleadwell is taking pride in proving he
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Landmark Village residents engaged in a variety of community activities in June
Seniors’ Month activities focus on creating communities that are good for life
Jun 10, 2016
Landmark Village residents will be participatin
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June marks Seniors’ Month and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
S&R LTC and retirement communities encouraged to share stories of how they’re marking these events
Jun 08, 2016
June is an important month for recognition of
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Southgate’s Dini Krabbenbos using her knitting talent to help others
Resident’s knitting often raffled to raise money for charities
Jun 06, 2016
Southgate Residence resident Dini Krabbenbos ha
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Southgate Residence abuzz with activities in May
Mother’s Day, a Hawaiian day and Cinco de Mayo marked retirement community’s event calendar
Jun 03, 2016
May was a busy month for Southgate Residence
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S&R LTC teams helping enhance quality of life for residents
Hard work from staff helping enhance residents’ LTC experience
Jun 01, 2016
Throughout May, we saw several outstanding
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Heron Terrace resident masters sit-to-stand to improve quality of life
Lucy Dalupan’s determination and support from family and staff has made the difference
May 30, 2016
When Lucy Dalupan moved into Heron Terrace last
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St. Andrew’s Terrace grateful for donation from local legion branch
More than $8,000 donated this year for much-needed equipment
May 27, 2016
St. Andrew’s Terrace in Cambridge is one
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St. Andrew’s Terrace amazed by Breakfast of Champions turnout
Long-term care home’s volunteers thanked with flowers, food and photos
May 25, 2016
St. Andrew’s Terrace was amazed by the
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Heron Terrace BSO team’s interventions make bathing more enjoyable for resident
Giving resident full control during bathing reduces time, eliminates responsive behaviours
May 20, 2016
Thanks to interventions from Heron
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‘MVV Games’ at Afton Park Place energize and connect staff and residents
‘We’re letting residents know that they matter and that we want to be part of their lives:’ Sandra Turner
May 18, 2016
From photo fun days to a toilet-paper bridal show to a redneck theme, a number of activities
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S&R retirement communities demonstrating commitment to their connections
A fashion show, dog show and sandwich program are some of the activities that have been going on
May 16, 2016
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RotSC residents donate sandwiches to Inn of the Good Shepherd
Initiative part of Sarnia retirement home’s plan to give back to the community
May 13, 2016
Seniors living at Residence on the St. Clair
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Ethel McGuigan returning home after 3 months in Trillium Villa’s convalescent program
She credits team effort for helping her with recovery
May 11, 2016
In less than three months since she began
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Rosewood staff members welcomed on first day with ‘birthday party’
Retirement living division’s new initiative provides new staff members with a fun way to start first day
May 09, 2016
Steeves & Rozema’s retirement living
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Researcher discusses value of LTC homes creating ‘social’ dining models
'A social model of dining care looks like family dining'
May 06, 2016
TORONTO - One way long-term care homes can
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Wide array of events celebrated at Landmark Village in April
Celebrating the Queen’s birthday and raising money for worthy causes highlight the month
May 04, 2016
Landmark Village was abuzz with activity in
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S&R LTC homes championing rehab and convalescent care
Homes helping people regain mobility
May 02, 2016
Steeves & Rozema long-term care homes are
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Waterloo Heights’ fashion show a smash success
24 residents and staff showcased latest fashions at event, which raised $1,600 for local charity
Apr 29, 2016
Waterloo Heights’ annual fashion show was
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Detailed model oil rig wows RotSC residents, staff during presentation
‘It was fascinating and the residents were so amazed’
Apr 27, 2016
A recent visitor to Residence on the St. Clair
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St. Andrew’s Terrace residents celebrate Queen’s 90th birthday
Her Majesty even made an ‘appearance’ at the Cambridge LTC home
Apr 25, 2016
Queen Elizabeth II made an appearance at St.
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Pooches aplenty at Rosewood Manor
Dog program delights residents at Sarnia retirement community
Apr 22, 2016
Rosewood Manor recently played host to a group
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Afton Park develops program to strengthen staff members’ BSO knowledge
Creative Thinking Challenge aims to enhance quality of life for residents with cognitive impairment
Apr 20, 2016
Afton Park Place’s Behavioural Supports
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Rehab program helps 102-year-old resident regain mobility in four months
Dorothy Whitfield is the St. Andrew’s Terrace program’s latest success story
Apr 18, 2016
Dorothy Whitfield is an example of what a
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Alexandra Basden’s friendship with her grandmother inspired her to volunteer at Heron Terrace
‘Volunteering really is the gift that keeps on giving,’ she says
Apr 15, 2016
Alexandra Basden says the close relationship sh
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Determination and staff support gets Gloria Morand mobile again
Heron Terrace resident’s mobility has come a long way in a short time
Apr 13, 2016
Gloria Morand’s determination coupled wit
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Ballroom dancers provide memorable experience for RotSC residents
'It was such a unique performance'
Apr 11, 2016
A dancing team that recently performed at
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Jim Mason is mobile again, thanks to Trillium Villa convalescent care program
‘I had a great time there; the treatment was just excellent’
Apr 08, 2016
Jim Mason can’t say enough good things
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Looking for a cruise-ship experience? Couple says look no further than Landmark Village
'You can live here without having to get to a cruise'
Apr 06, 2016
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Heron Terrace partnership with therapy dog program continues to grow
Home hosts St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog evaluation session
Apr 04, 2016
A seven-year partnership between Heron Terrace
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Aromatherapy program improving quality of life at Westmount Gardens
'It is very much a hands-on therapy, therefore it is beneficial in so many ways'
Apr 01, 2016
Westmount Gardens' life enrichment department
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St. Andrew’s Terrace resident accomplishes transfer goal
Months of hard work in nursing rehab program has paid off for Earl Malda
Mar 30, 2016
Earl Malda’s motto is “If you
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LTC would play important part in national dementia strategy: Alzheimer Society CEO
‘There is an opportunity for sharing and scaling best practices across the country’
Mar 23, 2016
The long-term care sector’s knowledge and
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Online training tool to help LTC division streamline education, information
My S&R provides an easy-to-use, one-stop information shop for staff members
Mar 21, 2016
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Toolbox helps calm resident’s responsive behaviours
Afton Park Place BSO team’s intervention is also enhancing resident’s quality of life
Mar 18, 2016
When an Afton Park Place resident living with
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S&R LTC division launches strategic plan for 2016-19
Plan includes goals for enhancing resident experience, revamped mission, vision and values
Mar 16, 2016
Steeves & Rozema’s long-term care
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Lanark Heights’ BSO team alleviates residents’ bathing anxiety
Towel-bathing technique reduces resident’s anxiety from ‘10 to maybe a one’
Mar 14, 2016
When a Lanark Heights resident affected by
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Kathy Crowe celebrates one year of volunteering at St. Andrew’s Terrace
‘It has been fantastic – I love it,’ talented crafter says of the experience
Mar 11, 2016
In the one year since she began volunteering at
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Twin Lakes Terrace residents attend Harmony for Youth grand opening
Residents get to see first-hand how their donations are utilized through partnership
Mar 09, 2016
A group of residents from Twin Lakes Terrace
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Landmark Village hosts events in support of Heart and Stroke Foundation
February saw the Sarnia retirement community raise $940 for foundation through events
Mar 07, 2016
February was a booming month at Landmark Villag
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Heron Terrace rehab team helps resident move back home
Margaret Corriveau has regained mobility, credits her hard work and Heron Terrace staff for success
Mar 04, 2016
After nearly eight months of living at Heron
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S&R’s dedication to communities inside and outside the organization thriving
Past month saw many examples of properties ‘creating communities that are good for life’
Mar 02, 2016
Steeves & Rozema’s mission of
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Westmount residents empowered to make their voices heard through OLTCA campaign
Residents urging staff, families and others to send letters to MPPs outlining need for more LTC funding
Feb 29, 2016
Residents at Westmount Gardens have been
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S&R properties celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day
Initiatives spearheaded to bring cheer and goodwill inside and outside of S&R homes
Feb 26, 2016
Feb. 17 was Random Acts of Kindness Day and
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Lanark Heights embarks on quality improvement plan to address falls
Staff receives falls prevention education, interventions implemented
Feb 24, 2016
When Lanark Heights’ interdisciplinary
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Two S&R retirement homes donate $1,440 to Alzheimer Society through pasta fundraisers
Events were a chance to donate to a worthy cause, engage communities and showcase top-notch food
Feb 22, 2016
Two Steeves & Rozema retirement communities
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Westmount Gardens feeling the love this Valentine’s week
Residents participating in a variety of activities related to love
Feb 19, 2016
Love has been in the air at Westmount Gardens
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S&R retirement home managers no longer ‘selling’ to residents and families
Managers encouraged to embrace their strengths as home providers when meeting with people
Feb 17, 2016
When Clarke Boddy, the Steeves & Rozema
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Resident-led program easing transition for those moving into LTC
St. Andrew's Terrace initiative is seeing friendships flourish
Feb 12, 2016
A program involving resident volunteers helping
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‘Wound Wednesdays’ are maintaining healthy skin integrity at Westmount Gardens
Educational program credited to decreasing home-acquired pressure ulcers
Feb 10, 2016
One year after its launch, a wound-care
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Family dinner helps retirement living division capture homes’ strengths
Chatting one on one with residents’ families provides a positive picture of their experiences
Feb 08, 2016
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s
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Heron Terrace resident determined to walk again with help of rehab program
Team effort from staff and a positive attitude is helping Vida Hebert achieve her goal
Feb 03, 2016
Heron Terrace resident Vida Hebert is one
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Vic Isidoro praises Trillium Villa’s convalescent care program
Program’s most recent graduate says Trillium Villa team eased his transfer from hospital to home
Feb 01, 2016
Vic Isidoro returned home Jan. 25 feeling
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S&R’s 2016 kicks off with a myriad of stories about strengthening communities
LTC and retirement homes living the organization’s mission
Jan 29, 2016
As January comes to a close, the Steeves &
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Rosewood Manor helps resident bird lover embrace hobby
Pauline Rockx can be found feeding her beloved birds every day
Jan 27, 2016
Birdwatcher Pauline Rockx now has an avenue to
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Westmount Gardens residents horsin’ around
Residents benefiting from equine therapy program
Jan 25, 2016
Residents at Westmount Gardens have enjoyed an
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Joe Graff has been a big help around St. Andrew’s Terrace
Resident assisting staff members with mealtimes, programming
Jan 22, 2016
St. Andrew’s Terrace resident Joe Graff
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5 Lambton College nursing, PSW students awarded S&R scholarship
S&R provides $7,000 in tuition funding
Jan 20, 2016
A group of five nursing and personal support
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Landmark Village creates social committee to further S&R’s mission
‘Creating communities that are good for life’ top of mind at Sarnia retirement home
Jan 18, 2016
Landmark Village has created a social committee
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Trillium Villa launches Point of Care to improve resident care, documentation
5 of S&R’s 7 long-term care homes now using the system
Jan 15, 2016
Trillium Villa Nursing Home recently became the
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Local organizations, businesses applauded for response to Kenwick fire
'To see people rallying for their neighbours was great'
Jan 13, 2016
The executive director of the Inn of the Good Shepherd in Sarnia is applauding the response from
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Inter-department teamwork creates a new year’s eve to remember at Landmark Village
Kitchen and recreation staff come together to organize dinner and dance for residents
Jan 11, 2016
Landmark Village’s kitchen and recreation
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Committee focusing on improving quality of life for home’s residents
Afton Park team already seeing positive results
Jan 08, 2016
Afton Park Place has created a committee to
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Jackie Thirtle returns to Waterloo Heights for Christmas
Former executive director stays true to her word to help out when needed
Jan 06, 2016
“I will be happy to come back any time
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Decoration contest strengthens Christmas spirit at Lanark Heights
Nursing station’s decorations spark chain reaction that launches competition
Jan 04, 2016
What began with one of Lanark Heights’
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Southgate residents support program to deliver children’s gifts to developing countries
Three residents fill shoeboxes with gifts for children aged 9 to 12
Dec 23, 2015
In the spirit of the Christmas season, three
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Trillium Villa convalescent program helping create ‘communities that are good for life’
Stories shared in 2015 highlight the program’s success
Dec 21, 2015
The convalescent care program at Trillium Villa
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Park Mall hosts Christmas party to thank residents for patience during renovations
Potluck dinner brings apartment building’s community together to celebrate the holidays
Dec 18, 2015
Residents at Steeves & Rozema’s Park
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Waterloo Heights displays resident’s hand-carved nativity scene
Highly detailed piece took 12 months to create
Dec 16, 2015
For 10 years, Waterloo Heights resident John
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St. Andrew’s Terrace bell choir gives stellar Christmas concert
Residents’ 10 weeks of hard work and commitment pays off, says music therapist
Dec 14, 2015
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S&R’s Minions float wins best commercial design at annual parade
Team wins award at the Sarnia Kinsman Christmas Parade of Lights for 9th straight year
Dec 11, 2015
The Steeves & Rozema Group took home its
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Convalescent care improves Donald Leitch’s range of motion after fall
He credits Trillium Villa program for helping him regain arm and leg strength
Dec 09, 2015
Donald Leitch says Trillium Villa’s
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St. Andrew’s Terrace partners with retirement home to create bell-choir performances
Residents from both homes have been practising for the past 10 weeks
Dec 07, 2015
St. Andrew’s Terrace has teamed up with a
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Community spirit thrives during St. Andrew’s Terrace Christmas bazaar
Event was successful on many levels
Dec 04, 2015
This year’s St. Andrew’s Terrace
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Working in the seniors-living sector is in Shauntelle Barnier’s blood
New sales and marketing director is no stranger to sector or S&R
Dec 02, 2015
Working in the seniors-living sector is in
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‘Creating communities that are good for life’ continues to be front and centre at S&R
S&R LTC and retirement homes demonstrating organization’s mission
Nov 30, 2015
Steeves & Rozema long-term care and
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Mario Di Brita praises Trillium Villa convalescent program for helping him regain mobility
‘This program is a solution for many problems I have had’
Nov 27, 2015
Mario Di Brita has been in and out of hospital
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Rosewood Manor, S&R supporting children through Compassion Canada
Team effort is ‘creating communities that are good for life’ across international boundaries
Nov 25, 2015
Steeves & Rozema’s mission of
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Heron Terrace administrator shares thoughts on new role
Strong work ethic, passion and integrity are key strengths Amy Sworik brings to position
Nov 23, 2015
You could sa
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St. Andrew’s Terrace nominated for employer-of-the-year award
Small Steps to Success applauds LTC home for helping women return to workforce
Nov 20, 2015
St. Andrew’s Terrace was recently
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Rosewood Manor hosts canine costume party
Event enjoyed by residents, raised money for child sponsored through Compassion Canada
Nov 18, 2015
Rosewood Manor was recently the scene of a
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S&R Core Values Day celebrates those committed to organization’s values
91 ‘star performers’ and new managers on hand for organization’s flagship event
Nov 16, 2015
The Steeves & Rozema Group hosted its annua
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Landmark Village pays tribute to veterans on Remembrance Day
About 75 residents and family members attend annual service
Nov 13, 2015
Landmark Village hosted a Remembrance Day
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Sia Vanderhulst wins S&R LTC resident recipe contest
Trillium Villa resident’s ‘hutspot’ earns top spot among 7 recipes
Nov 11, 2015
Trillium Villa resident Sia Vanderhulst’s
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S&R LTC division launches campaign to encourage staff flu vaccination
Awards presented to homes with highest vaccination percentage and most improved rate
Nov 09, 2015
Steeves & Rozema’s long-term care
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Guideline developed to reduce bone fractures in long-term care
Osteoporosis Canada outlines 5 strategies homes can focus on to promote bone health
Nov 06, 2015
Osteoporosis Canada has developed a guideline
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Landmark Village hosts stellar Halloween bash
Event sees high level of resident engagement
Nov 04, 2015
Landmark Village’s annual Halloween party
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Imagination key to creating communities that are good for life
Two S&R long-term care homes recently underscored this value
Nov 02, 2015
Two Steeves & Rozema long-term care homes
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St. Andrew’s Terrace denim quilt ready to be raffled after months of hard work
Proceeds going to residents’ council
Oct 30, 2015
St. Andrew’s Terrace residents now have a
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Lanark Heights recognizes National Infection Control Week
Kitchener LTC home uses games and prizes to engage team members in the importance of infection control
Oct 28, 2015
Lanark Heights celebrated National Infection
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Lanark Heights residents treated to a ‘wunderbar’ time
LTC home’s annual Oktoberfest celebration draws high engagement and all-around good times
Oct 26, 2015
With a large number of German-Canadians living
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St. Andrew’s Terrace brings fall fair to residents
Life enrichment team creates exciting carnival environment for LTC home’s residents
Oct 23, 2015
Ontario towns are known for their fall fairs an
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Christmas season starts early at St. Andrew’s Terrace
Residents and volunteers getting ready for LTC home’s annual bazaar
Oct 21, 2015
Residents and volunteers at St. Andrew’s
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Heron Terrace residents engaged in election talk
Two candidates visit Windsor long-term care home
Oct 19, 2015
Election fever has gripped Canada for the past
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Afton Park PSWs enrolled in program to enhance resident care and outcomes
Goal is to bring residents the best LTC experience possible
Oct 16, 2015
Six Afton Park Place personal support workers
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Southgate Residence has new spa-like shower room
Retirement community grateful to S&R for funding project
Oct 14, 2015
Southgate Residence is thanking Steeves &
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Waterloo Heights resident’s balcony helps beautify building
Marion McCarter’s flowers have become a fixture at the apartment complex
Oct 09, 2015
Marion McCarter hung flower pots around her hom
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S&R homes end summer with variety of events
A carnival, celebration of grandparents and trip to marina among highlights
Oct 07, 2015
Summer officially ended two weeks ago, and to
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Rosewood Manor residents take in an afternoon of theatre
Wizard of Oz production enjoyed by all
Oct 05, 2015
A group of 10 residents and two staff members
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Westmount residents make the most of Western Fair outing
Some residents hadn’t been on carnival rides since they were children
Oct 02, 2015
When life enrichment worker Melodie Lumley
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S&R retirement home celebrates Grandparents’ Day
Residence on the Thames capitalizes on learning experiences from 2014 event to make the most of celebration
Sep 30, 2015
For the second straight year, Residence on the
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Marina trip proves to be great reminiscing tool for Afton Park residents
‘A trip like this helps keep them in the community and experience the same things they did prior to moving into long-term care’
Sep 28, 2015
Sometimes the simplest pleasures in life bring
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S&R head office participates in United Way’s Day of Caring
Team helps beautify nonprofit organization’s office as part of campaign
Sep 25, 2015
Steeves & Rozema sales and marketing
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Residence on the Thames group enjoys end-of-summer picnic
Musical entertainment and KFC highlight annual outing
Sep 23, 2015
Several residents and staff members from
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Trillium Village yard sale raises $900 for animal-rescue centre
Event raises money for a good cause, raises profile of the Chatham-Kent apartment complex
Sep 21, 2015
Trillium Village’s recent annual barbecue
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Friends of Waterloo Heights invite residents, staff, to cottage
Everyone thankful to Donna and Rose Frim for their generosity
Sep 18, 2015
A group of residents and staff members from
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Lanark Heights Parkinson SuperWalk raises $915
30 residents and staff members participate in nationwide event
Sep 16, 2015
Lanark Heights raised $915 for the local
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Legion donates $6,600 to St. Andrew’s Terrace for equipment
Home thankful for donations that help improve residents’ quality of life
Sep 14, 2015
The St. Andrew’s
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Waterloo Heights garage sale raises $700 for muscular dystrophy research
Resident and staff volunteers helped make event successful
Sep 11, 2015
An Aug. 29 garage sale at Waterloo Heights
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Joy of dancing enlivens Westmount Gardens residents, staff
Long-term care community hosts Pink Glove Dance Video Competition for breast cancer research
Sep 09, 2015
When Westmount Gardens executive director Tracy
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Inspired by Texas paint pub, recreation manager hosts wine-and-painting activity for residents
Evening event so popular, there are plans to host a fall session
Sep 04, 2015
Susan
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Summer activities enliven Steeves and Rozema residences
Organizing favourite summer rites and celebrations sparks happy memories
Sep 02, 2015
From barbecues
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A taste of camping sparks happy memories for retirement home residents
Visit to activity director’s campsite deeply enjoyed
Aug 31, 2015
Though th
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Residents chair-dance night away
Rosewood Manor residents appreciate one of Sarnia’s 40 free summer music shows
Aug 28, 2015
The familiar
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Resident joins singing duo
Interests and abilities engaged in retirement living
Aug 26, 2015
Music has always been a part of Miriam Hord’s life, intricately connected to her
family and
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Twin Lakes Terrace part of big life changes for new activity co-ordinator
Jennifer Beselaere wants residents to look forward to every day
Aug 24, 2015
Twin Lakes Terrace is part of some big changes in Jennifer Beselaere’s life.
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Residence on the Thames enjoys a 'dog day' afternoon
First-time fundraiser brings out pets and people for community shelter
Aug 21, 2015
Residents, as well as staff members and thei
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Teamwork makes Residence on the Thames fundraiser picture-perfect
Residents, staff members pitch in to help local animal shelter
Aug 19, 2015
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Convalescent care infused with joy of cooking
Trillium Villa program focuses on daily activities, interests and rehab
Aug 17, 2015
The joy of cooking is coming back into Shaheen
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Southgate men enjoy camaraderie and friendship
Celebration signifies life contribution as role models
Aug 14, 2015
“A father is someone who wants to catch
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Resident regains independence within seven weeks of fracture
Nursing rehab graduate supported by Twin Lakes Terrace team
Aug 12, 2015
Jamie Russell remembers the day that Susan
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Southgate families relish outdoor barbecue
Annual celebration is a taste of home
Aug 10, 2015
More than 100 people gathered on a fair-weather
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Communities join together to celebrate fatherhood
Automobiles and acquaintances roll at Rosewood
Aug 07, 2015
An afternoon of automobiles and acquaintances,
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Awareness of elder abuse grows
Steeves & Rozema supports community network’s efforts
Aug 05, 2015
An environment for openness and outreach is
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Young students can apply for scholarships now
Steeves & Rozema supports staff’s family members
Jul 31, 2015
Since it began, the Steeves & Rozema Group
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Residence on the St. Clair hosts a rite of summer
Turnout out heats up for one of the year’s biggest events
Jul 29, 2015
There’s no place like home.
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Landmark Village sourcing local meat
Differences noticed by residents and staff
Jul 27, 2015
As Landmark Village’s executive chef,
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Seniors cruise thrives with community support
Steeves & Rozema residents and staff anticipate annual event
Jul 24, 2015
It’s a chance for Sarnia residents to see
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Joy soars with butterfly release at Twin Lakes Terrace
First-time project embraced at retirement community
Jul 22, 2015
An after-dinner surprise awaited residents and
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Residents, staff share concerns directly with MPPs
Visits to Westmount Gardens follow letter-writing campaign
Jul 20, 2015
Inspired by recent events, Westmount Gardens
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Water does wonders at Westmount Gardens
Residents participate in first-ever aquatic program
Jul 17, 2015
Residents from Westmount Gardens and another
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Lanark Place Big Bike team doubles fundraising goal
Kitchener retirement community, S&R head office, raise more than $6K for Heart and Stroke Foundation
Jul 15, 2015
Lanark Place staff members have cause to
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Suzanne Fleming becomes Waterloo Heights' executive director
Having worked in every department has helped her transition into new role, she says
Jul 13, 2015
Suzanne Fleming says one major benefit from
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Advocacy work generates great insights: John Scotland
Second year as OLTCA president underway
Jul 10, 2015
Early in his second year as president of the
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Joyful celebration flows from in-memoriam donations
Former resident would be thrilled, Rosewood staff says
Jul 08, 2015
Knowing the resident was safe and happy living
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Friendship blossoms between resident gardeners
Southgate Residence pair enjoy activities together
Jul 06, 2015
Every morning like clockwork, Eileen Baker and
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An oasis for well-being grows at Westmount Gardens
Residents, families, staff and volunteers work diligently at gardening bee
Jul 03, 2015
Nature’s pageantry is in full bloom at
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Downton Abbey proving to be valuable engagement tool at Trillium Villa
Hit TV show sparking interest from residents
Jun 29, 2015
The British hit TV series Downton Abbey is
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Southgate voices unite for dignity, respect for seniors
Global campaign and elder abuse awareness training this month
Jun 26, 2015
Residents and staff members of Southgate
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Resident recipe challenge gets cooking
Heron Terrace residents feel like they're home as dishes served
Jun 24, 2015
Dinner on June 3 was quite special for two Hero
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Challenges facing long-term care resonate with residents
Letter-writing campaign expands conversation
Jun 22, 2015
As Steeves & Rozema long-term care
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Letter-writing champion reaps rewards
Westmount Gardens gains funds for council and an audience with MPPs
Jun 19, 2015
The positive impact of its strong participation
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Jackie Thirtle retires after 19 years’ service to Waterloo Heights
Residents have ‘all left me with very fond memories’
Jun 17, 2015
When Jackie Thirtle began her job as Waterloo
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Residents recognized for completing nursing rehab program
Families and staff members celebrate one step of a journey
Jun 15, 2015
Peter Munt couldn’t help but smile, and
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Twin Lakes Terrace community members honoured
Appreciation shown for mothers and volunteers
Jun 12, 2015
The precious gift of time was given to honour
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Salute to 'superheroes' includes St. Andrew's Terrace volunteers
Attending community event underscores home's appreciation
Jun 10, 2015
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Division's website receives national accolades
One-stop shop easy to use for prospective and current tenants
Jun 08, 2015
The Steeves & Rozema Group property
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Campaign's champions rely on many hands, methods
Long-term care communities send 3,500 letters
Jun 05, 2015
From phone calls and e-mails to face-to-face
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Six homes recognized for advocacy work
Westmount Gardens generates over 1,100 letters for top prize
Jun 03, 2015
Westmount Gardens residents and staff look
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Resident’s donation becomes popular activity
Residence on the St. Clair director says game offers physical, social benefits
Jun 01, 2015
One resident’s generosity has created a
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Mother, grandmother, expresses joy and appreciation for roles
Westmount Gardens holds relaxing social
May 29, 2015
A daughter, a mother, a grandmother —
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Fire safety training held at retirement communities
Confidence in critical response emphasized
May 27, 2015
Safety is an
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St. Andrew's Terrace journeys around the world and through lives
Home continues tradition of celebrating anniversary
May 25, 2015
St. Andrew’s Terrace took “a trip
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Residence on the St. Clair men meet over breakfast
Socializing opportunity created
May 22, 2015
There’s no better place to gather for
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Afton Park Place honours front-line staff during National Nursing Week
Home recognizes important staff members with week of activities and fundraising
May 20, 2015
Afton Park Place recognized National Nursing
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Venturing into volunteer co-ordination
Yvonne Mitchell enjoying experience at Westmount Gardens
May 15, 2015
Becoming volunteer co-ordinator at Westmount
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Marie Edwards retiring May 20
S&R administrative assistant reflects on 24 years with company
May 13, 2015
On May 20, administrative assistant Marie
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Motherhood celebrated at Southgate Residence
Resident instilled in children to 'do the right thing'
May 11, 2015
Grace Cooper cared for babies and young childre
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Youngest ever entertainers energize residents
Residence on the St. Clair values intergenerational connections
May 08, 2015
Residence on the St. Clair welcomed their
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Park Mall tenants cook up a new kitchen resource
Cookbook suggested by revitalized social group
May 06, 2015
Tenants of the Park Mall residential/commercial
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Teddy bear picnic charms residents and families
Teamwork creates special event at Lanark Heights
May 04, 2015
There are more tedd
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Dishing up friendship
Rosewood Manor reaches out to social group
May 01, 2015
A few blocks separate them but a friendship has
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Waterloo Heights fashion show successful on many levels
The home, residents, charities and local retailers all reap rewards of annual event
Apr 29, 2015
Waterloo Heights annual fashion show was once
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Community groups value support for volunteers
Open-door initiative grows
Apr 27, 2015
Volunteers are the backbone for many of the 14
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'Ice cream ladies' bring cold treat and warm hearts
Afton Park Place volunteers enjoy interaction
Apr 24, 2015
Lenie Severin and Lesley Richmond are “th
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S&R Today salutes important team members: volunteers
Stories highlight value volunteers bring to LTC and retirement home residents
Apr 22, 2015
Volunteers play a crucial role in day-to-day
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Canine volunteers celebrated
Rosewood Manor hosts Bijou’s birthday bash
Apr 20, 2015
“This world’s gone to
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Learning is a gift of volunteering
St. Andrew's Terrace music therapy program has new helpers
Apr 17, 2015
Catherine Boonstra wishes more people would
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Friendships spring from volunteering
Donna Elie began helping at Twin Lakes Terrace 10 years ago
Apr 15, 2015
“If you had ever told me when I was younger that
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Community partners held in high regard
Steeves & Rozema holds We Appreciate You event
Apr 13, 2015
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Easter bonnets on parade
Rosewood Manor residents display their creativity
Apr 10, 2015
An Easter tradition for many people involves
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Rosewood Manor joins global tea party
Nutrition and hydration contribute to health and well-being
Apr 08, 2015
Residents and staff members of Rosewood Manor
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Heron Terrace staff perpetuates couple's abiding love
Acts of kindness and caring ‘mean everything' through journey with Alzheimer's
Apr 01, 2015
Adrian Dufour says there’s “a
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Wearing their pride on their sleeve
New jackets are another sign of appreciation for Southgate staff
Mar 30, 2015
Staff members of Southgate Residence are wearin
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Lanark Heights takes quality improvement to a new level
Data posted in common area are enhancing transparency, quality improvement
Mar 27, 2015
“Quality boards” in a common area a
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Spring into recreation
Southgate Residence activities support physical and social well-being
Mar 25, 2015
Southgate residents are getting a jump on sprin
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Communication anchors occupational therapy clinics
Heron Terrace residents, families and staff actively participate
Mar 23, 2015
Chanda Lalonde had just returned from vacation when a resident at Heron Terrace shared that
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Residence on the Thames throws 100th birthday bash for resident
Chatham-Kent mayor, fire department join gathering to wish Grace Moor a happy birthday
Mar 20, 2015
The team at Residence on the Thames made sure
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Trillium Villa residents take stock of food drive
Home fundraises for CANstruction 2015
Mar 18, 2015
Trillium Villa residents showed their support
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A recipe for enhancing confidence and independence
Westmount Gardens resident makes her own soup
Mar 16, 2015
Making her own soup is helping Marguerite Sivak
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S&R raises $5K in food, wins award at CANstruction
Company teams up with local architecture firm to maximize results
Mar 13, 2015
Steeves & Rozema’s participation in
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Team building highlights administrator’s first year
Tracy Richardson believes in leading by example
Mar 11, 2015
Helping to guide Westmount Gardens through a
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Spirit of Mardi Gras carnival comes to Southgate
Socialization brightens the long, cold winter
Mar 09, 2015
A colourful and fun carnival atmosphere enriche
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Championing a worthwhile program
RPN begins new role after seeing impacts of nursing rehab
Mar 06, 2015
Nicole Coatsworth says becoming the nursing
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Perfect matches made for Valentine’s Day at Southgate
Residents enjoy food and one another's company
Mar 04, 2015
Steak and shrimp; chocolate and strawberries,
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Nursing rehab supports resident in reaching mobility goal
Teamwork by staff contributes to progress
Mar 02, 2015
The Heron Terrace resident is happy to have his
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New video equipment helps Waterloo Heights revamp movie night
Home and S&R head office collaborate to make event successful
Feb 27, 2015
Waterloo Heights was transformed into a cinema
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King and queen crowned at residence
Valentine honour determined by residents, staff
Feb 25, 2015
No wonder Aline Solomon considered wearing her
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Student finds great meaning in caring for residents
Long-term care work is challenging but rewarding
Feb 23, 2015
Jennifer Chad remembers one night recently at
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Residents cozy up to Warm Wednesdays
Trillium Villa fundraiser supporting community organizations this year
Feb 20, 2015
Warm Wednesdays are making this long, cold
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Scholarship recipient realizing a dream
Jennifer Chad sees long-term care as potential career path
Feb 18, 2015
“Don’t give up on your
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Inclusive process empowering to resident, volunteer
Westmount Gardens welcoming volunteer co-ordinator
Feb 13, 2015
A few faces will be familiar to Westmount
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Learning and creativity highlight first year as activity director
Susan Davis loves the people of Southgate Residence
Feb 11, 2015
Susan Davis’ most recent role at Southgat
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Younger residents project moving forward
Homes seeing positive impacts of joint programming
Feb 09, 2015
The last time that younger residents from
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Chair shawl signifies respect and dignity for residents
Passing acknowledged in St. Andrew's Terrace dining room
Feb 06, 2015
Perhaps nowhere is the loss of an individual
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Spirit of 'creating communities that are good for life' in full swing in early 2015
Steeves & Rozema team members working hard to support organization's mission
Feb 04, 2015
Steeves & Rozema’s team members have
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Residents, families living with dementia are not alone
Ambassadors, information sessions among supports
Feb 02, 2015
With the prevalence of Alzheimer’s diseas
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Steeves & Rozema sponsors Walk for Memories
Alzheimer Awareness Month unites families
Jan 30, 2015
Tania Bergen was thinking of her own family and
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ChristMS-a-thon yields many gifts
St. Andrew's Terrace challenge accentuates education and charity fundraising
Jan 28, 2015
From a beautifully-lit tree in the courtyard
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Respect, sense of purpose resonate from work with people who have dementia
Lanark Place manager was visiting volunteer with Alzheimer Society
Jan 26, 2015
Diane Davis remembers the first person she
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Boy's first bed made possible through donation
Afton Park Place repurposes mattresses
Jan 23, 2015
Afton Park Place’s decision to repurpose
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Steeves & Rozema supports future caregivers
Three recipients chosen for $5,500 in scholarships
Jan 21, 2015
A registered practical nursing student planning
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Alzheimer's Awareness Month focuses campaign on women
72% of those with the condition are female, says Alzheimer Society
Jan 19, 2015
It’s well known that Alzheimer’s
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A time for family and thinking of others
Seasonal event highlights Southgate's giving community
Jan 16, 2015
Southgate Residence’s holiday party
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Park Mall's seniors social group revitalized
Engagement can enhance quality of life
Jan 14, 2015
The yuletide season is a celebration of birth
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Southgate brings joy to children
Residents, families and staff give to Toys for Tots
Jan 12, 2015
Becky Broughton can only imagine Christmas
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Resident judges fulfil task in style
Celebration of Lights shows appreciation to Rosewood Manor
Jan 09, 2015
It was a memorable night for a group of Rosewoo
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Waterloo Heights celebrates 2015 with 'noon year's eve' party
Celebration marked with Chinese-food luncheon and special entertainment
Jan 07, 2015
Waterloo Heights residents celebrated the comin
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Volunteers spread holiday cheer at Rosewood Manor
Local business does for others during season of giving
Jan 05, 2015
Rosewood Manor received an early Christmas
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Happy holidays!
S&R Today will resume publishing on Jan. 5
Dec 22, 2014
S&R Today would like to wish all of our readers a happy and healthy holiday season. We will
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Heartbeat of community pulses through residences
Destination spots develop for meetings and celebrations
Dec 19, 2014
Passion for community is one measure of Steeves
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S&R lives up to its mission and values in 2014
Community and corporate events focus on engagement and 'creating communities that are good for life'
Dec 17, 2014
The Steeves & Rozema Group had another year
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Heron Terrace helping to feed the community this Christmas
Hundreds of food items donated to Goodfellows drive
Dec 15, 2014
Heron Terrace is helping to ensure a brighter
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Veterans enjoy holiday tradition
Residence on the St. Clair participates in legion luncheon
Dec 12, 2014
Veterans and dependents living at Residence on
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S&R wins best overall float at Kinsmen Christmas Parade of Lights
Design based on the film Frozen helps organization earn top honours for 2nd time in 3 years
Dec 10, 2014
The tireless effort of the Steeves & Rozema
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Spirit of giving envelops yuletide bazaar
Residence on the St. Clair community boosts residents' council fund
Dec 08, 2014
Many gifts were given at the Residence on the
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Steeves & Rozema helps to light up community
Support for holiday celebration spans many years
Dec 05, 2014
Steeves & Rozema volunteers had some specia
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Southgate community mindful of former residents, current events
Annual service provides opportunity for reflection
Dec 03, 2014
Just as a tea featuring treats reminiscent of
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Twin Lakes hosts Eid al-Adha celebration
Event an opportunity to help resident honour important occasion, celebrate diversity
Dec 01, 2014
When the Islamic celebration of Eid al-Adha cam
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Twin Lakes Terrace celebrates Mickey and Minnie Mouse's birthday
Residents and staff host event honouring cartoon characters
Nov 28, 2014
Mickey and Minnie Mouse made their cartoon debu
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Core Values Day celebrates 'star performers'
Annual S&R event a time to reflect on the values that drive the organization
Nov 26, 2014
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s
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Tea brings a taste of wartime living
Southgate residents reminisce during afternoon activity
Nov 24, 2014
As Remembrance Day approached this year,
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HR assistant teaches business basics to schoolchildren
Junior Achievement perpetuates Steeves & Rozema's mission: Marci Breault
Nov 21, 2014
Marci Breault went back to class recently,
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HitchBOT stops by Waterloo Heights to meet 'family'
Famed travelling robot meets residents, including 'grandfather'
Nov 19, 2014
A robot that attracted international attention
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Service and brunch conveys respect and gratitude for veterans
Heron Terrace continues inclusive tradition and honours all
Nov 17, 2014
Heron Terrace ensured Remembrance Day conveyed
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Remembrance Day honoured at Waterloo Heights
Variety of events mark Nov. 11 at retirement home
Nov 14, 2014
Waterloo Heights residents paid homage to
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Trillium Villa brews up a happy Halloween
Fun and memories on the prowl at haunted house
Nov 12, 2014
Trillium Villa residents got a little jumpy but
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'I went from a boy to a man,' war veteran says
Remembrance draws hundreds at Landmark Village
Nov 10, 2014
His buddy had just given him a shove and told
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Photo opp adds to residents' Halloween fun
St. Andrew's Terrace creates photo booth that makes memories
Nov 07, 2014
Halloween was picture perfect for St.
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Manager helped by past volunteerism with Alzheimer Society
Unique challenges face people touched by dementia
Nov 05, 2014
Diane Davis says one of the joys of her role as
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Viva Las Vegas at Landmark Village
Games and glamour highlight first-ever gala
Nov 03, 2014
It was like a fun night out except Landmark
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Allies in Aging supporters include Lanark Place
Conference information to be shared with staff members
Oct 31, 2014
Lanark Place showed its support for the care
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Java Music Club strikes chord of mutual support
St. Andrew's Terrace program empowering residents
Oct 29, 2014
The way residents often leave the Java Music
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Dual-edged event celebrates place in community
Waterloo Heights puts best foot forward
Oct 27, 2014
It’s a winning combination that strives t
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Southgate's ROMEO club enjoys homemade meal and conversation
Program gives men a chance to connect socially
Oct 24, 2014
The Retired Older Men Eating Out (ROMEO) club i
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Former co-op student reflects on time at St. Andrew's Terrace
'It was an amazing experience,' says Nathaniel Arsenault
Oct 22, 2014
Nathaniel Arsenault’s eight-week co-op
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Discoveries enrich lives and work
Residents, families and staff engaging in learning opportunities
Oct 20, 2014
Learning can happen at any age and in many ways
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First-ever Oktoberfest is wunderbar
Lanark Place hosts community-building celebration
Oct 17, 2014
Lanark Place’s very first Oktoberfest was
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Generating joy and purpose by design
Contest proves fun and engaging for residents
Oct 15, 2014
Smiles and conversations have been brimming
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Rosewood Manor travels to China without leaving home
Retirement community's latest cultural celebration brings residents and families together
Oct 10, 2014
Rosewood Manor’s residents and their
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Residents can share ideas, ask questions during municipal election
Council candidate says voice of older adults must be heard
Oct 08, 2014
Afton Park Place residents and families have an
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Renovation builds on vibrant living at Waterloo Heights
Residents hold investment in high regard
Oct 06, 2014
Striking changes resulting from a year-long
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Documentation made easier
Life enrichment staff sees advantages
Oct 03, 2014
A documentation tool is yielding benefits for
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Four S&R staffers pitch in to help Community Living residence
United Way's Day of Caring marries well with S&R's mission
Oct 01, 2014
In the latest example of Steeves & Rozema
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Staff, residents and families put their stamp on rooms
Afton Park Place holds adopt-a-bathroom contest
Sep 29, 2014
Creativity and camaraderie have come to the for
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Harvest Fest welcomes autumn’s arrival
Community spirit prevails in planning, participation
Sep 26, 2014
Westmount Gardens has welcomed autumn with a
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Translation app enhances care, St. Andrew's Terrace manager says
Residents can communicate in their first language
Sep 24, 2014
Imagine being able to talk with a resident who
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Waterloo Heights residents attend history lessons
Latest educational series proves to be enriching opportunity
Sep 22, 2014
The Waterloo Heights activity department is
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Residence on the Thames celebrates grandparents
Many connections made at summer barbecue
Sep 19, 2014
Inez Smith wore her love of baseball somewhere
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Westmount Gardens raises $1K for ALS research
S&R CEO among those to take the Ice Bucket Challenge
Sep 17, 2014
John Scotland is definitely a man of his
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Residence on the Thames picnickers enjoy community gem
Outdoor outing held annually
Sep 15, 2014
As members of the community, residents of the
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Program helps Heron Terrace significantly decrease staff sick days
Savings redistributed to enhance resident care
Sep 12, 2014
A program piloted at Heron Terrace last year ha
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Westmount Gardens resident turns 105
Mabel Williamson makes the most out of life
Sep 10, 2014
“It was another day but it was a wonderfu
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Resident's dream trip comes true
St. Andrew's Terrace team epitomizes resident-centred approach to care
Sep 08, 2014
Sonya Finkbeiner’s dream to go to Niagara
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The bounty of the harvest is on the menu
St. Andrew's Terrace gardening club as popular as ever
Sep 05, 2014
From garden to table came a bountiful meal for
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Communities help prepare Community Living youths for work
Summer program gets jobs done and builds connections
Sep 03, 2014
Several young people who have developmental
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Picnicking in the park with family
Trillium Villa residents enjoy community's amenities
Aug 29, 2014
A family picnic in the park makes for a perfect
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Colour-coated runners support Alzheimer Society
Southgate, Heron Terrace staff have a blast at community event
Aug 27, 2014
It was a red letter day — not to mention
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Community collaboration a highlight at S&R homes this summer
Epilepsy survey, sing-a-long program and fundraising are some of the partnerships we're seeing
Aug 25, 2014
Steeves & Rozema’s long-term care and
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Family-staff collaboration ensures Westmount resident sees grandson's wedding
Calgary wedding brought to Betty Marsh via Skype
Aug 22, 2014
Brad Marsh is commending staff members at
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Landmark Village sailing along for five years
Summer party meshes with 'cruise ship on land' environment
Aug 20, 2014
Its uniqueness and teamwork have helped to floa
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Residents have a friend in Stacy Petrie
Years with life enrichment team beneficial in latest role
Aug 18, 2014
Afton Park Place is true to its motto of "Where
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Lanark Place brings carnival atmosphere to residents and families
Event so successful, home wants a repeat performance in future
Aug 15, 2014
Lanark Place was transformed on July 23 into a
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Poutine lunch brings a taste of Canada
Afton Park Place's journey Around the World continues
Aug 13, 2014
A little taste of Canada awaited Afton Park
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S&R LTC homes participating in epilepsy survey
Goal is to discover opportunities to enhance resident care
Aug 11, 2014
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s long-ter
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Seniors and students connect as pen pals
Twin Lakes Terrace hosts social after months of correspondence
Aug 08, 2014
After corresponding for nine months, Twin Lakes
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Downpour gives way to outpouring for community
Southgate family barbecue supports food bank
Aug 01, 2014
Susan Davis won’t soon forget her first
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Street machines and music on a summer's eve
Residents and community members connect at Afton Park Place
Jul 30, 2014
Residents, families and community members all
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Rebecca gets married!
St. Andrew's Terrace residents share in very special day
Jul 25, 2014
Every bride wants to share her wedding with the
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Singing the praises of a musical partnership
Westmount Gardens and Community Living London hold sing-a-longs
Jul 23, 2014
For about a year now, people supported by
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Bringing Waikiki to Waterloo
Hawaiian luau director Maia Hillen's favourite event to date
Jul 21, 2014
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Dedicated Twin Lakes Terrace staff celebrated in the great outdoors
Appreciation and service awards barbecue held annually
Jul 18, 2014
Close to 30 members of Twin Lakes
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Staff ingenuity shining throughout S&R
Staff members applauded for using their initiative to benefit residents and community
Jul 16, 2014
A common theme we see in Steeves & Rozema
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R-E-S-P-E-C-T helps Twin Lakes residents' council win contest
Group earns top honours for demonstrating OARC's values
Jul 14, 2014
The Twin Lakes Terrace residents’ council
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Trillium Villa PSW organizes fundraiser to honour dad
More than $6,500 raised for Heart and Stroke Foundation
Jul 11, 2014
When Katy Taylor organized a walk-ride-run even
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S&R homes reaching out to support communities
Homes raise money, awareness and even make sure children start school with breakfast
Jul 09, 2014
From raising money for the Heart and Stroke
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Homes partner to explore activities for younger residents
Barbecue launches effort sparked by Westmount Gardens
Jul 07, 2014
An outdoor barbecue set for tonight adds sizzle
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Resident ambassadors help friendships flourish at St. Andrew's Terrace
Initiative lessens isolation and boosts sense of purpose
Jul 04, 2014
Theo Hall remembers what it was like moving int
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RPN saluted for creating engaging mealtime program
Family-style dining mitigating risk of wandering for residents with cognitive impairment
Jul 02, 2014
St. Andrew’s Terrace manager of resident
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LTC and retirement home residents enjoy annual cruise
Event sees strong community created by organizations
Jun 30, 2014
Residents living in Steeves & Rozema’
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Residence on the St. Clair was 'a second home' for Jennifer Loupos
Child volunteer became a versatile member of the team
Jun 27, 2014
Jennifer Loupos has said goodbye to the
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Lanark Place peddles for Heart and Stroke Foundation
Home raises $1,175 during Big Bike event
Jun 25, 2014
Lanark Place staff members recently showed thei
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New amenities add to community feel of Kenwick Place
Open house attracts more than 350 guests
Jun 23, 2014
An amenities open house June 14 revealed change
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Lanark Heights supports global focus on elder abuse
Long-term care home is resource for prevention and intervention
Jun 20, 2014
Care and dignity for all was the message of
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Legion's latest donation to St. Andrew's Terrace brings 6-year total to$36K
Money put towards enriching residents' quality of life
Jun 18, 2014
Galt Royal Canadian Legion Branch 121’s
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Southgate engages community at Older Adults Expo
Display blends fun, fundraising and education
Jun 16, 2014
Louise Wiper was thrilled to win a 40-inch
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Teas steeped in cultural diversity
Expanding program celebrates heritage represented at St Andrew's Terrace
Jun 13, 2014
A monthly tea created to forge friendships and
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Waterloo Heights helping feed students in need
Involvement with Nutrition for Learning is making a difference to residents and the community
Jun 11, 2014
What started as an idea from Waterloo Heights
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After 15 years with property management, Connie Hardman retires
Commitment to residents and customers unwavering
Jun 09, 2014
She was the plain farm girl from Saskatchewan
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Sarnia among top cities worldwide for CANstruction food donations
S&R collects 3,100 cans of non-perishables during international food drive
Jun 06, 2014
The results are in from March’s
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Social worker thinks outside the box
St. Andrew's Terrace residents enjoy Kathy Robertson's canine friend and musical talents
Jun 04, 2014
Leroy was there when Kathy Robertson volunteere
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Steeves & Rozema supports network to stop elder abuse
Annual seniors fair provides fundraising opportunity
Jun 02, 2014
Steeves & Rozema Seniors Living supports
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Team continuously enhancing quality palliative care at Twin Lakes
Care pamphlets, honour guard, signage among successful ideas
May 30, 2014
Providing high quality end-of-life care is an
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Small kindnesses radiate from food services team
Trillium Villa community cherished for its small-town feel
May 28, 2014
Family and friends gathering over a good meal
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RotSC donates kiln to Lambton College
Oven might be bulky and cumbersome but it's strengthening a community connection
May 26, 2014
What do you do if you have a massive — an
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Week of acknowledgement envelops all staff at Westmount Gardens
Mutual respect and caring nurtured through recognition, administrator says
May 23, 2014
National Nursing Week has evolved into a time for everyone to shine at Westmount Gardens.
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Sharing residents' stories invigorates new life enrichment manager
Sara Byma welcomes chance to keep growing at St. Andrew's Terrace
May 21, 2014
Telling residents’ stories has been a
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Twin Lakes Terrace celebrates health and safety
Colours help engage residents and staff members
May 16, 2014
In honour of the recent North American
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Fundraising, building community profile highlight recent stories
A look back on 'creating communities that are good for life'
May 14, 2014
Once again, it’s time to look back on
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A friend to many at Lanark Heights is going home
Gary Brands works diligently to gain independence
May 12, 2014
Gary Brands is going home to stay this Thursday
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Young painters become familiar, welcome faces at Westmount Gardens
Partnership with school yields meaningful benefits
May 09, 2014
A Christmas wish came true and now some young
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Waterloo Heights extravaganza never goes out of fashion
Spring show keeps ‘bringing the whole community together’
May 07, 2014
They were calling before the date was even
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Outgoing manager says residents enriched her life
Jennifer Rodrigue reflects on 10 years at St. Andrew's Terrace
May 05, 2014
Jennifer Rodrigue always considered it an honour to have families
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Residences fast becoming community gathering spots
Word of mouth spreads about meeting and event spaces
May 02, 2014
Approximately 150 volunteers with VON
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Mateys treasure community fundraising experience
Team supports mentorship program for children and youth
Apr 30, 2014
How can dressing like a pirate not be fun,
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Jumping for joy at Trillium Villa
Special surprise visitor engages residents on Easter morning
Apr 28, 2014
Residents of Trillium Villa were doing double
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Twin Lakes Terrace seeing stars
Program encourages a healthy work environment
Apr 25, 2014
Twin Lakes Terrace team members are stars,
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Chairs for Charity supports community organization
Afton Park Place fundraiser is fitting choice
Apr 23, 2014
Afton Park Place is recycling with creative
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Helping hands lend an open ear and compassionate heart
Search for purpose fulfilled through volunteering
Apr 16, 2014
Residents know when they’re coming and
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Sarnia homes acknowledge their volunteers
Compassionate helpers bring smiles and happiness to residents
Apr 14, 2014
Shirley Batté has been volunteering at
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A life of purpose and generosity creates happiness
Marquis East resident does for others daily
Apr 11, 2014
When Catherine Gray moved into the Marquis East
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Strong LTC community relations crucial to building public confidence
Expert panel gives advice on how to react to adverse events
Apr 09, 2014
TORONTO - When an adverse event happens in a
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Rosewood Manor's Janice Horley elected Region 6 ORCA chair
Role provides a chance to advocate and grow awareness
Apr 07, 2014
Janice Horley is always open to new
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LTC staff applauded for high vaccination numbers
Homes with highest staff flu vaccination rates rewarded
Apr 04, 2014
Long-term care division vice-president Jane
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A Paralympic medallist in their midst
Southgate residents and staff thrilled to meet local athlete
Apr 02, 2014
A young, native son a sent ripple of excitement
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S&R kicks off year with great stories of creating strong communities
Locally and abroad, team members are showing commitment to organization's mission
Mar 31, 2014
We're only three months into 2014 and already
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Irish for a day at Landmark Village
Residents and staff members engage in St. Patrick's Day fun
Mar 28, 2014
The customary “wearing of the green&rdquo
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Nurse practitioner funding good news for LTC sector: administrator
'Nurse practitioners are a value-added support system'
Mar 26, 2014
Lanark Heights administrator Hildy Nickel says
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S&R Shot Rocks raise $1,420 for mentoring charity
Big Brothers Big Sisters' work benefits the community
Mar 24, 2014
Helping children to reach their potential swept
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Steeves & Rozema builds on CANstruction success
Team collects 3,100 cans of food for Sarnia shelter
Mar 21, 2014
The Steeves & Rozema team didn’t bake
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Finding joy and inspiration in the company of seniors
Mother's helper becomes volunteer
Mar 19, 2014
Cassandra James has been around seniors for as
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Archivist turns to RotSC seniors for help with history
Experiences validated through process of sharing
Mar 17, 2014
There’s nothing like a bunch of old photo
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Creating a community that's good for life
S&R supports Westmount Gardens RPN's work in the Dominican Republic
Mar 14, 2014
Beyond the bricks and mortar of the building
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Sunny spirits enticed by Hawaiian party
Rosewood Manor team plans meal and music for fun and fellowship
Mar 12, 2014
Several of Yvonne Spencer’s children are
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Good sports shine at Lanark Heights
Olympic-inspired program lights up spirit of fun and unity
Mar 10, 2014
The father and son were having a ball as they
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Landmark kitchen staff ambassadors at local charity
3 team members prepare desserts for fundraising gala
Mar 07, 2014
Three team members working in Landmark
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Journeying around the world at Afton Park Place
Year-long program recognizes cultural diversity
Mar 05, 2014
Afton Park Place residents are taking a journey
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Canine visitors soak up residents' love and affection
Lanark Heights welcomes life-enriching visits by K-W Kennel Club
Mar 03, 2014
He doesn’t speak English but his smile gave away what he was feeling.
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Memory Book intended to be a chapter in healing
Westmount Gardens residents, staff and families can grieve through writing
Feb 28, 2014
Turning the page when a resident or loved one passes away can be challenging, so Westmount Gardens
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Twin Lakes Terrace showcases resident, staff and volunteer ingenuity
Gala crystallizes pride and joy in new and past experiences
Feb 26, 2014
From carefully stitched children’s dresse
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Cupcake and carnation sales stack up for CANstruction
S&R's community spirit and teamwork shine for Sarnia food bank event
Feb 24, 2014
Cupcakes and carnations sold like hotcakes at
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Olympic spirit flourishing at Waterloo Heights
Residents reaping benefits of activities centred around Winter Games
Feb 21, 2014
While Grace Thede says the activities Waterloo
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Sweethearts spend quality time together
Twin Lakes Terrace team paints bonds for couples red
Feb 19, 2014
Quality time together is just what many couples
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Rosewood Manor residents in fighting Joe's corner
Hundreds of dollars donated to help injured cat
Feb 14, 2014
Joe the cat is a fighter — and he has
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St. Andrew's Terrace opens students' eyes to possibilities
Recent stories attest to value of co-op program
Feb 12, 2014
One of the benefits of high school co-op
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Feeding people one fork and spoon at a time
Afton Park Place looks to keep helping others
Feb 10, 2014
Feeding people in need one fork and spoon at a
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Staff members' contributions celebrated
Trillium Villa social committee aims to keep fundraising fresh
Feb 07, 2014
Trillium Villa’s social committee is
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New administrator aims to help staff grow their skills
Honour guard, staff acknowledgement among early changes at Westmount Gardens
Feb 05, 2014
Covered by a quilt and accompanied by family,
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St. Andrew's Terrace celebrating diversity with monthly teas
Programs a great reminiscing tool for Portuguese and Dutch residents
Feb 03, 2014
The diversity at St. Andrew’s Terrace has
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Waterloo Heights raises $850 during Walk for Memories
$3,600 raised by home for Alzheimer's research in past year
Jan 31, 2014
Waterloo Heights raised $850 for the Alzheimer
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Student says SAT placement validates nursing career choice
'I love helping people and taking care of people,' says Stephanie Raulino
Jan 29, 2014
Before starting her high school co-op placement
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Co-op placement changes student's career path
Long-term care is where Leah Robson now wants to work
Jan 27, 2014
When it came time to choose a placement for her
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St. Andrew's Terrace sets record for volunteer hours in 2013
Cambridge long-term care home sees 6,400 hours donated to residents
Jan 24, 2014
St. Andrew’s Terrace set a new record for
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Student proving to be a valuable asset at RotSC
Brooke Folan praised for her work with residents
Jan 22, 2014
When it came time for Brooke Folan to select a work placement in her college course, Residence on
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Alzheimer's unit’s staff come together to ensure residents enjoy party
Heron Terrace team applauded for their hard work
Jan 20, 2014
Staff members from Heron Terrace’s life
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Co-op placement confirms student’s decision to pursue nursing career
Working with St. Andrew's Terrace residents 'cemented' Holly de Haas's decision
Jan 17, 2014
Holly de Haas decided when she was 11 years old
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Rosewood residents exchange greetings with overseas soldiers
'The residents are all excited about this'
Jan 15, 2014
Just before the holiday season, Bev James came
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Countdown experiment successful at Residence on the Thames
Happy crowd engaged in daytime New Year's Eve party
Jan 13, 2014
Residence on the Thames got the jump on New
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Susan Davis becomes Southgate's new activity director
'I'm very excited about this position'
Jan 10, 2014
Susan Davis, who has worked at Southgate
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Teamwork, preparation ensures Waterloo Heights weathers ice storm
'As always, the team spirit prevailed at Waterloo Heights'
Jan 08, 2014
When Waterloo Heights experienced a four-hour
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Quick thinking saves Waterloo Heights Christmas party
Event a hit with residents and staff
Jan 06, 2014
Waterloo Heights activity and marketing directo
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St. Andrew's Terrace residents take on DIY project
Special bench gets refurbished
Jan 03, 2014
St. Andrew’s Terrace residents recently
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Happy holidays from S&R Today
Publication to resume Jan. 3
Dec 24, 2013
S&R Today is taking a pause from publishing
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S&R float wins best commercial design at annual parade
Grinch clinches S&R's 7th straight win at parade
Dec 20, 2013
For the seventh consecutive year, the Steeves
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Holiday cheer in full swing at Lanark Place
Annual resident Christmas party a success thanks to staff's efforts
Dec 18, 2013
The first burst of holiday cheer came to Lanark
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A last refrain for Christmas singalong's central figure
Tradition draws Kenwick Place tenants together
Dec 16, 2013
Kenwick Place’s Christmas carol singalong
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Baby birds bring early Christmas joy to residents
Newborns all the talk at St. Andrew's Terrace
Dec 13, 2013
It wouldn’t be the holiday season without
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S&R raises $500 for Celebration of Lights
Ties to event help strengthen community
Dec 11, 2013
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s seniors
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No do . . . just won’t do
Southgate PSW rescues residents' hair just before Christmas party
Dec 09, 2013
When Southgate Residence Trudy Jenner fell ill
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Talent show brings large crowd, enthusiasm
Waterloo Heights staff and residents take the spotlight
Dec 06, 2013
In the last minutes before Waterloo
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Heron Terrace's Dave Lebert praised for his dedication to residents
'An absolute perfectionist is what he is — there is no second best for Dave'
Dec 04, 2013
There’s nothing quite like getting praise
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Join a winning team this Christmas season
S&R calling on volunteers to help assemble Christmas parade float
Dec 02, 2013
Want to be part of a winning team this holiday season? If so,
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Your group needs meeting space? Try an S&R retirement home
Homes offering community groups a free place to gather
Nov 29, 2013
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s seniors
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PSW's window painting to be entered in contest
Nathalie Mallott's Christmas present to residents a labour of love
Nov 27, 2013
Southgate Residence personal support worker
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S&R recognizes team members committed to core values
Core Values Day brings together ‘shining stars’
Nov 25, 2013
About 100 people attended the Steeves & Rozema Group's Nov. 21 Core Values day, an annual even
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Waterloo Heights hosts dazzling night on the town
Black-tie event a hit with residents and staff
Nov 22, 2013
Staff at Waterloo Heights wanted to give
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Souper Thursdays to help family affected by typhoon
Fundraiser running until Dec. 19
Nov 20, 2013
In the wake of Typhoon Haiyan’s impact on
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Teamwork helps home organize veterans' dinner
Remembrance Day meal will become an annual event at Lanark Place
Nov 18, 2013
Lanark Place team members recently collaborated
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Volunteer stitches artwork for St. Andrew's Terrace
Jean Van Rossum's cross-stitching displayed in front lobby
Nov 15, 2013
People coming into St. Andrew’s Terrace are commenting on the lovely framed cross-stitching
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Waterloo Heights remembers
Home hosts engaging discussion group on Remembrance Day
Nov 13, 2013
What do you think about on Remembrance Day? Thi
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Sarnia Red Hat ladies honour Millie Steeves
30 people pay tribute to wife of S&R co-founder at luncheon
Nov 11, 2013
Members of the Red Hat Society from around the
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Lanark Heights helps resident achieve milestone
Aurelia Radivoi gets baptized at 89
Nov 08, 2013
For 89-year-old Lanark Heights resident Aurelia
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Residence on the Thames has new, dynamic executive director
Karen Herman is a familiar face at retirement community
Nov 06, 2013
Every weekday morning, Karen Herman comes to
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Chatham home Halloween party scores high engagement
Oct. 31 event marked with costumes, entertainment and Halloween snacks
Nov 04, 2013
About 60 residents enjoyed the Oct. 31 Hallowee
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Trillium Villa residents have a dog-gone good time
Family council organizes canine show and barbecue
Nov 01, 2013
A recent visit by some four-legged friends to
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Residents treated to Florence Henderson show
Outing part of efforts to increase engagement between retirement homes
Oct 30, 2013
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s Sarnia
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S&R homes use collective strengths to get results
Residents and communities benefit
Oct 28, 2013
Whether your retirement community or long-term
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S&R commits to helping keep kids warm
Organization launches coat drive to bolster support for local charity
Oct 25, 2013
The Steeves & Rozema Group is bolstering it
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Creating a legacy of understanding and hope
Trillium Villa residents share life experiences with teenaged students
Oct 23, 2013
Sharing has merit. This is the lesson that
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Residents score big in Brigden Fair contests
Group returns to Trillium Villa with blue ribbons for submissions
Oct 21, 2013
Trillium Villa Nursing Home residents were
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Souper Thursdays back at Afton Park Place
Money raised is going to Inn of the Good Shepherd
Oct 18, 2013
Now that we’re in the midst of autumn and
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Residents moving to the beat of friendship and community
Three Sarnia communities collaborate on visits
Oct 16, 2013
The song “Y.M.C.A.” by the Village
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Wash your hands! Trillium Villa hosts infection control week
Team educates everyone on the importance of proper hand hygiene
Oct 11, 2013
A group of Trillium Villa team members has
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Seniors and staff celebrate their friend
RotSC's Vicki McNaughton retires knowing her caring, comforting ways were appreciated
Oct 09, 2013
Vicki McNaughton didn’t want any fanfare
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Waterloo Heights residents, staff have a 'ball' at outing
Excellent planning helps make outing to Blue Jays game successful
Oct 07, 2013
It was the first time Waterloo Heights resident
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RotSC celebrates National Seniors Day
S&R co-founder John Rozema speaks at event recognizing elders and their contributions
Oct 04, 2013
In honour of those 65 and older, the Residence
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S&R Group celebrates 50 years of making a difference
Community focus has been key to success, says John Rozema
Oct 02, 2013
When Don Steeves and John Rozema started Steeve
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Westmount staffer thankful to home for past 11 years
Carey McInnis credits home for providing her with valuable skills
Sep 30, 2013
When Westmount Gardens social services manager
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RotSC Coffee Break raises Alzheimer’s awareness
Participating in annual fundraiser shows dedication to community
Sep 27, 2013
The Residence on the St. Clair hosted a Coffee
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New knowledge made management course worthwhile: Karen Church
Lanark Place general manager recommends intensive program to others
Sep 25, 2013
Completing a
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Families sculpt new memories through Grandparents' Day
Celebrate seniors for all the wisdom they offer, says Trillium Villa’s Karin Moir
Sep 23, 2013
Families were making new memories at Trillium
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Kitchen adds new dynamic to programming at Southgate
New stove and accessories providing meaningful activity
Sep 20, 2013
Things have been cooking at Southgate Residence lately, thanks to the Steeves & Rozema Group
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Exotic travelling petting zoo comes to Waterloo Heights
Baby kangaroo the fan favourite
Sep 18, 2013
Waterloo Heights was a hopping place recently
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Cruise night awash in community spirit
Trillium Villa's end-of-summer bash moves indoors with everyone’s help
Sep 16, 2013
About an hour into the cruise night and barbecu
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'Volunteers make the world go 'round in LTC'
Discovering people’s strengths key to finding the right people
Sep 13, 2013
“Volunteers make the worl
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Back to school for Waterloo Heights residents
Seniors get six-week psychology course from UW students
Sep 11, 2013
About 30 Waterloo Heights residents recently
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Wedding bells ring for resident couple
Staff and residents celebrate union at Lanark Place
Sep 09, 2013
Rita Kletke moved into Lanark Place a year ago,
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Nunavut co-op student enriches residents’ lives
Experience deepens appreciation of cultural diversity
Sep 06, 2013
For a short six days, the residents at Lanark Heights long-term care residence had a visitor who
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Student thanks SAT for new skills
Diana Nikolova writes letter to staff remarking on her learning experience
Sep 04, 2013
While Diana Nikolova intended to come to Canada
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S&R Sarnia employees can help local charity this fall
Team members to be given option to donate to Inn of the Good Shepherd each payday
Aug 30, 2013
In an effort to once again live its mission of “creating communities that are good for
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Helping others makes Jean Van Rossum's day
90-year-old volunteer a valuable asset to St. Andrew's Terrace
Aug 28, 2013
Jean Van Rossum can be found at St.
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Summertime living with Steeves & Rozema
Socials bring together residents, family, staff
Aug 26, 2013
From strawberry socials and corn roasts to
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'Highly motivated' resident a shining star in rehab program
Marguerite McCartney credits program for allowing her to do many of her ADLs again
Aug 23, 2013
Before Heron Terrace resident Marguerite McCartney began participating in the nursing
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Bringing community and residents together
September events abound for Westmount residents
Aug 21, 2013
People get ready, there’s a train
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Corn party builds community, brings back memories
Annual tradition once again a hit at Southgate Residence
Aug 19, 2013
Nothing says summer quite like corn on the cob,
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Eric Jansen wins $2,000 SCF scholarship
S&R funding three cash awards for students who want to care for seniors
Aug 16, 2013
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Physiotherapy helps LTC resident regain mobility
Vince Norris's success defies doctors' prognosis
Aug 14, 2013
Vince Norris first came to long-term care in
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Universal language of music unites community
Residents at Southgate participate in gazebo fundraising project
Aug 12, 2013
When a local music representative, Dale Butler,
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Teamwork delivers car show and BBQ to Afton Park residents
Community-building an important part of event
Aug 09, 2013
Afton Park Place’s life
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Pioneers lend flavour to anniversary party
Growing a retirement community from scratch has created closeness
Aug 07, 2013
Smiles, laughter, chit-chat and camaraderie was
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All 'Hands Up' for Caribbean Night
Residents at Waterloo Heights enjoy themed dinner night
Aug 02, 2013
It may not have been an “Island in the Sun” in “Montego Bay,”
and the
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Intergenerational program an excellent reminiscing tool
Recreation manager highlights value program brings to residents
Jul 31, 2013
Since last autumn, collaboration between Lanark
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Caring maintenance man hard to replace
Peter Kiebert's final day at Southgate Resident quiet, meaningful
Jul 29, 2013
It’s not easy filling the shoes of Peter
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Home finally has flagpole, thanks to resident's idea
Les Britten raises Maple Leaf at SAT; flag a tribute to vets and other Canadians
Jul 25, 2013
St. Andrew’s Terrace resident Les Britten
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Seniors' Month activities combine education and fun
Twin Lakes Terrace spends June honouring elders
Jul 24, 2013
Seniors’ Month was a busy time at Twin
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Enterprise division scores high on corporate survey
'We're extremely excited that we've met and achieved our goals'
Jul 22, 2013
Steeves & Rozema’s enterprise division, which includes head office, property management
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Homes collaborate to bring residents joy and laughter
Combined entertainment affairs save money, triple the fun
Jul 19, 2013
Three Steeves & Rozema seniors’
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Strawberry social raises $450 for Alzheimer Society
Residents, staff and visitors pull together to support a worthy cause
Jul 17, 2013
The taste of fresh Ontario strawberries is not
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LTC division survey engagement increases by 20%
Results speak to team members' dedication to making a difference
Jul 15, 2013
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s long-ter
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S&R increases community involvement during Seniors Cruise
Residents and staff participate in an important community event
Jul 12, 2013
When your organization is dedicated to “creating communities that are good for life,”
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No quiet diamond anniversary for Jon and Heather Young
Waterloo Heights couple gets a big surprise to mark their special day
Jul 10, 2013
Waterloo Heights residents Jon and Heather Youn
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Lanark Place raises $700 for Hearing Society
First-ever strawberry social a big hit for residents, staff and public
Jul 08, 2013
Lanark Place’s recent strawberry social
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Canada Day event proves valuable for resident engagement
Waterloo Heights staff and residents celebrate country's 146th birthday
Jul 05, 2013
Residents and staff members at Waterloo Heights
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Bringing residents together with a brush
Painting group at retirement residence surprises everyone
Jul 03, 2013
No one imagined what would emerge from under th
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Evacuation drill reinforces education, procedures
Southgate employees learn tough emotional lessons
Jun 28, 2013
The hardest thing about the idea of a fire in a
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SAT gives residents wedding they never had
Bill and Rose Lock renew vows in formal ceremony organized by home
Jun 26, 2013
St. Andrew’s Terrace recently gave
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Outstanding teamwork highlighted at S&R communities
Residents and staff 'creating communities that are good for life'
Jun 24, 2013
Whether it’s residents and staff members working together towards a common goal or staff
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Scrapbooks show 10 years of community at Heron Terrace
Volunteer-led project an 'amazing chronicle' of life at the home
Jun 21, 2013
A group of Heron Terrace volunteers has been
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Father's Day car show brings lots of reminiscing
Rosewood Manor welcomes classic-car car club for June 13 barbecue
Jun 19, 2013
Rosewood Manor wrapped Father’s Day, a ca
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Interim position helped groom manager for new job
Experience at two S&R homes provided valuable tools for Charlene VanBilsen
Jun 17, 2013
For Charlene VanBilsen, starting her position a
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S&R communities discovering people's strengths
Unleashing talents is enhancing quality of life
Jun 14, 2013
Steeves & Rozema long-term care and
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Interdepartmental collaboration enhancing quality of life
Recent Little Italy day at Afton Park Place a success
Jun 12, 2013
Afton Park Place’s life enrichment and
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Lanark Heights program brings mental-health issues to the forefront
'This is getting people talking'
Jun 10, 2013
Lanark Heights dedicated June 6 to addressing a
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Program helps residents discover artistic talents
Landscape painting proving to be inspirational at Waterloo Heights
Jun 07, 2013
Several Waterloo Heights residents recently
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Resident praises staff for teamwork during outbreak
Ken Burgess gathers team in Rosewood dining room to give thanks
Jun 05, 2013
It’s difficult for everyone when a
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Code of ethics strengthens food service profession
Heron Terrace nutritional manager explains this in article
Jun 03, 2013
Heron Terrace’s Dave Lebert says
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Art heightens sense of accomplishment for Heron Terrace residents
Adults who have developmental challenges participate in Royal Conservatory program
May 31, 2013
Sherry Campeau couldn’t have been more
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St. Andrew's Terrace points N.I. student to LTC career
Placement 'has made me realize that this is what I want to do,' says Tanya Large
May 29, 2013
Student Tanya Large says the six weeks she spen
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Two Sarnia LTC homes honour volunteers
Twin Lakes Terrace and Afton Park Place treat helpers to dinner
May 27, 2013
Twin Lakes Terrace and Afton Park Place recentl
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Westmount has butterfly fever
Residents and staff embark on project that's bringing the home together
May 24, 2013
Residents and staff members at Westmount Garden
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Volunteer discusses 8-year journey at Waterloo Heights
Dianne Hood reflects on her time leading Headlining It program
May 22, 2013
Shortly after retiring eight years ago, Dianne
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SAT resident filling important gap for staff members
'Adrian's Express Delivery Service' providing 'extreme value' to home
May 17, 2013
Life at St. Andrew’s Terrace doesn’
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Ladies tea celebrates Southgate women
Event ties in with Mother's Day
May 15, 2013
Fifty-two ladies living at Southgate Residence
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A day at the casino thrills Heron Terrace residents
Trip offers convenience for families and memories
May 13, 2013
Odds are that Heron Terrace residents will make another visit to Caesars Windsor Hotel and Casino,
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Twin Lakes Terrace celebrates 10 years
Homey atmosphere its greatest strength, says Christine McEwen
May 10, 2013
If there’s one thing that stands out abou
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Rosewood residents celebrate spring with flowers
Group decorates home to celebrate return of warm weather
May 08, 2013
After a long, bitter winter nothing says spring quite like colourful blossoms, so Rosewood Manor
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Pet-themed week a hit at Twin Lakes
Love of animals brings residents and staff members together
May 06, 2013
When Twin Lakes Terrace life enrichment team
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Program engaging residents in health and well-being
Latest session on lung health a hit with residents
May 03, 2013
When Heron Terrace life enrichment manager Lori
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Restorative program helps get resident mobile
Giselle Climie, her family and Twin Lakes staff members happy with progress
May 01, 2013
After sustaining a broken hip in October, Twin
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Resident readies to go home after successful rehabilitation
'We are lucky to have this,' says Gena Olsen of Trillium Villa's convalescent-care program
Apr 29, 2013
It has been a trying two and a half months, but Gena Olsen will soon be returning home after
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Resident artist 'puffed up like a peacock'
Stan Norris takes stage at event celebrating his work
Apr 26, 2013
A group of residents and staff members from the
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Lisa Kovac discusses benefits of volunteering
'It's a really great experience because you learn so much about the people'
Apr 24, 2013
Lisa Kovac says it’s hard to pick one
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Resident volunteer helps revamp home's tuck shop
Gary Brands commended for his work at Lanark Heights
Apr 22, 2013
Gary Brands has played a major part helping
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Waterloo Heights fashion show raises $1K for Alzheimer Society
Landmark event builds community in many ways
Apr 19, 2013
Residents and staff members at Waterloo Heights
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Residents engaged in Activity Professional Awareness Week
Twin Lakes Terrace hosts events that bring home together
Apr 17, 2013
Activity Professional Awareness Week was
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Heron Terrace residents and schoolchildren become 'grand pals'
Letter-writing program shows friendship knows no bounds
Apr 15, 2013
He has every letter, card and memento of his time with them placed in his room at Heron Terrace an
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Natalie Cataford named RotSC social director
Enthusiasm and ability to engage residents her key strengths
Apr 12, 2013
It’s official: Natalie Cataford is the
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Quilt project comforting residents
Alzheimer Society of Cambridge project a hit with SAT residents
Apr 10, 2013
St. Andrew’s Terrace residents are discovering the warmth that comes from a “touch
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Southgate staff, family members and resident practise yoga
Active lifestyle encouraged for health and socialization
Apr 08, 2013
Like many residents of Southgate Residence, Hazel Sebele had been peeking into the retirement
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92-year-old finds life full of mixed blessings
“Nobody wants to give up their home . . . ” Jean Moore
Apr 05, 2013
For Jean Moore, 92, giving up her home last
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Community event recognizes SAT volunteers
‘If I could have brought every outstanding volunteer that I have, I would have,’ says Debbie Forget
Apr 03, 2013
Th
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S&R meeting demands of LTC's changing role
Success stories demonstrate value homes bring to greater health-care sector
Mar 27, 2013
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s long-term care homes are demonstrating the valuable role
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Resident going home, thanks to convalescent program
Jeanette Gravelle credits Trillium Villa staff for helping her on the road to recovery
Mar 25, 2013
When Jeanette Gravelle came to Trillium Villa Jan. 29 to join the home’s convalescent-care
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'Souper' idea brings workers together
Food brings people together: Mary Furlan
Mar 22, 2013
What
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Lanark Place celebrating 25 years of homey atmosphere
Event will honour home's commitment to residents, staff and community
Mar 20, 2013
Lanark Place opened on Feb. 28, 1988, with the
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SAT sees 36% decline in bath-time behaviours
BSO team interventions create success
Mar 18, 2013
St. Andrew’s Terrace has seen a 36 per
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S&R shows CAN-do spirit
Head office collects 2,600 cans of food for local charity
Mar 15, 2013
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s head office team recently
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Scouting unit pays homage to Lanark Heights resident
'I was very pleased to have them here to see me,' says Lloyd Nyland
Mar 13, 2013
Lloyd Nyland has a long history of involvement with Scouts Canada — more than 80 years, in
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Knitting club keeping preemies warm
Residence on the Thames group volunteering for community cause
Mar 11, 2013
A knitting club at Residence on the Thames is
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RotSC chef's recipe wins two contests in a week
Jason Cormier's smoked chicken lasagna shows the excellent food quality produced in retirement homes
Mar 08, 2013
In a matter of only a few days, Residence on the St. Clair food services manager Jason Cormier won
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SAT's BSO team reducing bath-time agitation
Protocols being shared throughout home
Mar 06, 2013
The St. Andrew’s Terrace Behavioural
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Bonspiel an opportunity to introduce Lanark Place to potential residents
Retirement home's curling event sponsorship a strong community connection
Mar 04, 2013
The recent Lea Bauman Masters Men’s
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St. Andrew's Terrace celebrate NHL's return
Home hosts a series of events to mark pro hockey's long-awaited return
Mar 01, 2013
On
Feb. 22, St. Andrew’s Terrace
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Program connecting LTC residents with young moms
Initiative launched by St. Andrew's Terrace chaplain creating community connections
Feb 27, 2013
In the 2 ½ years since Rev. Karen Kovats
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Resident says friendly staff, great food and peaceful atmosphere are Waterloo Heights strengths
'The only thing they don't do here is peel your grapes,' says Eula Mae Myers
Feb 25, 2013
Eula Mae Myers says living at Waterloo Heights
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Resident and daughter help program manager deliver birthday cake — from 1,600km away
Holly O'Neil is thankful for their help during daughter's first birthday away from home
Feb 22, 2013
Southgate Residence program manager Holly
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There's no place like home
Waterloo Heights community show resident true meaning of 'home'
Feb 20, 2013
When Rod Smith returned to Waterloo Heights after a brief stay in hospital near Christmas, he
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Heart-pumping fun at Westmount
Valentine's Day provides sensory stimulation for residents
Feb 15, 2013
The last few days have been a little busier tha
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Sweetheart luncheon brings resident couples together
Heron Terrace hosts event to honour couples ahead of Valentine's Day
Feb 13, 2013
For the third consecutive year Heron Terrace
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Resident says retirement community is 'homey'
Retirement living is peaceful, easy
Feb 11, 2013
Even in the winter, the view outside Mrs.
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Friendliness makes a difference
'I love it when people talk to me:' resident
Feb 08, 2013
The step into retirement-home living can be
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Long-time RotSC social director retires
Carol Turner toasted for her 23 years of service to residents
Feb 06, 2013
Carol Turner, the long-time social director at
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Three new homes, one thing in common: community
Westmount Gardens, Lanark Heights, Lanark Place all 'creating communities that are good for life'
Feb 04, 2013
Two long-term care homes and one retirement hom
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Lanark Heights' strength is in its diversity
Being a multicultural long-term care home helps with care delivery
Feb 01, 2013
Lanark Heights administrator Hildy Nickel says
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Waterloo Heights raises $2,700 for local charity
Record-setting year helps 'creating communities that are good for life'
Jan 30, 2013
Waterloo Heights raised a blockbuster $2,700 fo
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Working with residents is what matters most to Dave Lebert
'I've always found that being in a home is a foundation for family'
Jan 28, 2013
Dave Lebert often creates gourmet sweets that
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LTC division welcomes new homes to S&R family
Westmount Gardens and Lanark Heights already proving to be 'a good fit'
Jan 25, 2013
Members of the Steeves & Rozema
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Outbreak no match for Southgate staff’s teamwork, resident focus and selflessness
'This is the best team I've ever worked with,' says executive director
Jan 23, 2013
A month-long norovirus outbreak at Southgate Residence was no match for the teamwork, resident
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Lanark Place: providing a homey environment for 25 years
Newest S&R retirement home looking forward to building on strong workplace culture
Jan 21, 2013
While many newer retirement communities strive
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Long-time staff, innovative features are Westmount's key strengths
Administrator discusses new S&R long-term care home's attributes
Jan 18, 2013
An abundance of long-time staff members and a state-of-the-art building are two of Westmount
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S&R makes toy donation to St. Joseph's Hospice children's program
Gifts leftover from children's Christmas party go to worthy cause
Jan 16, 2013
Children attending a summer camp focused on
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Home sets new record for volunteer hours
Strong community engagement credited to 5,382 volunteer hours at St. Andrew's Terrace
Jan 14, 2013
St. Andrew’s Terrace logged 5,382.5
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SAT welcomes newest volunteer group
13 church members sign on for one year, volunteer co-ordinator expecting great things
Jan 11, 2013
St. Andrews’s Terrace volunteer co-ordinator Debbie Forget is thrilled to announce a new
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Christmas brings out the child in residents and staff at Waterloo Heights
Faces light up during annual holiday feast
Jan 09, 2013
As Mel Tormé and Bob Wells wrote in thei
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SAT residents surprised with Christmas presents
Volunteer co-ordinator’s chance encounter in summer leads to meaningful Christmas collaboration
Jan 07, 2013
A chance encounter at a garage sale last summer
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2012: a year of successes for S&R
New properties, a quality program and first prize in Christmas parade noteworthy wins this year
Jan 04, 2013
From acquiring properties to launching a unique quality assurance program to earning top prize in
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Exceptional teamwork in 2012
Team rises to occasions ensuring best foot always put forward
Jan 02, 2013
Throughout 2012, exceptional teamwork throughout the Steeves & Rozema family has risen to the
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S&R head office, homes in the giving spirit
Team members rally for causes that are all about building stronger communities
Dec 21, 2012
The Steeves & Rozema Group is once again in the holiday spirit at
the corporate and individua
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S&R working with Sifton Properties to ensure smooth transition
Staff members and management from three new properties engaged in decision-making, corporate activities
Dec 19, 2012
Knowing that changes brought on with an acquisition can be challenging for employees and
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St. Andrew's Terrace bazaar raises $3,532
Collaborative effort to benefit residents' council and social committee
Dec 17, 2012
The recent ninth annual St. Andrew’s
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S&R wins top prize in Parade of Lights
'Snoopy and the Red Baron' theme garners organization top prize for the first time
Dec 14, 2012
The Steeves & Rozema Group took the prize for best float at this year’s Sarnia Kinsmen
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St. Andrew's residents and staff collaborate to decorate Christmas tree
Sight of everyone working together prompts call for S&R Today story
Dec 12, 2012
St. Andrew’s Terrace residents and staff
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Recognizing people's gifts a key S&R strength
Stories throughout 2012 demonstrate the value people bring
Dec 10, 2012
One of the many attributes we’ve seen
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Organizing Granite House bazaar challenging, but successful
Strong teamwork made all the difference, says LEC
Dec 07, 2012
Granite House life enrichment co-ordinator (LEC
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Afton Park RPN brings Celebration of Lights to residents
Debbi Cope and her daughter have been decorating home for seven years
Dec 05, 2012
Afton Park Place registered practical nurse
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Home-day care collaboration paying off for residents and children
Monthly program an example of 'creating communities that are good for life'
Dec 03, 2012
A community partnership between Rosewood Manor and ABC Child Care Centre that sees children from
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Acting activity director has long-standing relationship with Waterloo Heights
When Maia Hillen says Waterloo Heights is home, she means it
Nov 30, 2012
Even before she started working at Waterloo
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RotSC Christmas bazaar raises $1,200 for residents' council
Residents, dietary staff commended for hard work
Nov 28, 2012
The Residence on the St. Clair raised almost
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Grey Cup weekend brings back memories for ex-CFLer
Waterloo Heights resident Rod Smith reflects on football and winning 1949 championship
Nov 26, 2012
It was 63 years ago today (Nov. 26) that Rod
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Creativity proving to be top strength amongst LTC, retirement homes
Thinking outside the box fostering innovative programming
Nov 23, 2012
Staff members from Steeves & Rozema’s long-term care and
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Quick-thinking staff, residents save afternoon programming
'Know your residents and know what their abilities are,' says life enrichment manager
Nov 21, 2012
Quick thinking and creativity on the part of
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Creative thinking in a creative home
Thinking outside the box a key strength of new Landmark Village recreation director
Nov 19, 2012
Thinking outside the box is one of the top
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St. Andrew's Terrace guiding international co-op student along career path
'There has been no home I've enjoyed more than here'
Nov 16, 2012
Working at St. Andrew’s Terrace is
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Afton Remembers Canadian soldiers
Home's Remembrance Day service encourages resident participation
Nov 14, 2012
Afton Park Place hosted its annual Remembrance
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Home's hairdresser's royally engaging activity
Isabell Mackey's photo book from royal wedding a hit at Twin Lakes
Nov 12, 2012
Just before Twin Lakes Terrace hairdresser
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Crossword tourney bringing together residents from 3 homes
Once-a-month events designed to be a fun way to enhance socialization
Nov 09, 2012
A group of three Steeves & Rozema retiremen
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Volunteers celebrated at Sarnia LTC homes
Three homes collaborate to toast those who donate their time
Nov 07, 2012
Three Steeves & Rozema Group-owned long-ter
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Increased socialization Halloween party's greatest success
Rosewood Manor hosts annual celebration for residents
Nov 05, 2012
Rosewood Manor activity director Bev James says
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Trillium Villa's 105-year-old resident artist
Minna Dubreuil always makes time for Artworks program
Nov 02, 2012
An art program at Trillium Villa that’s
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S&R's mission shines strong in October
Habitat build, United Way book sale helping create communities that are good for life
Oct 31, 2012
As October comes to a close, the Steeves &
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Trick or dog treat?
4-legged visitors go door to door at Twin Lakes Terrace
Oct 29, 2012
Life enrichment manager Christine McEwen at Twi
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Book sale nets nearly $800 for United Way
Annual fundraiser builds on values set by S&R founders
Oct 26, 2012
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Car crash brings out best in team
Emergency puts Southgate Residence staff to the test
Oct 24, 2012
It’s practically impossible to guess what emergencies might be faced in the blink of an eye,
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Southgate men’s program attracts Kingsville mayor, councillors
Resident empowerment has been key to program’s success, says activity director
Oct 22, 2012
Southgate Residence’s Retired Older Men
Eating Out (ROMEO) program has been showing
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S&R Group helps with Habitat for Humanity build
Participation in project an example of 'creating communities that are good for life'
Oct 19, 2012
Fourteen staff members from the Steeves &
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Trillium Villa staff championing charity work
Selfless efforts noticed by manager
Oct 17, 2012
Two staff members working in Trillium Villa Nursing Home’s
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Couple exemplifies love at Heron Terrace
A strong relationship conquers all obstacles, says Adrian Dufour
Oct 15, 2012
Adrian and Esther
Dufour have been married for 58 years but they have been “buddies”
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Teamwork ensures residents' needs met during 3-week elevator repair
Marquis East residents, executive director applaud staff for hard work during challenging time
Oct 12, 2012
Strong collaboration amongst staff members at
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'It's not a nursing home; we are a community'
Afton Park Place marks 10 years of care
Oct 10, 2012
Marjorie Richards has called Afton Park Place home since November 2002, two months after the Sarni
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RotSC vets host show-and-tell
Event a learning opportunity for residents and staff members
Oct 05, 2012
Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces living at
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Tai chi getting the energy flowing at RotSC
Martial art helping residents' circulation, relaxation
Oct 03, 2012
Some seniors living at the Residence on the St.
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Head office members join United Way's Day of Caring
Volunteer work continuing Steeves & Rozema’s legacy of community involvement
Oct 01, 2012
Four employees spent Sept. 18 volunteering thei
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Star volunteer becomes star staff member
Neila Rees' smile and personality the top strengths she brings to home
Sep 28, 2012
Neila Rees says she was going through a
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Heron Terrace rehab program helps Beatrice Rock regain mobility
'I would recommend this program to other residents'
Sep 26, 2012
Independence has always been important to Heron Terrace resident
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Volunteering a key strength at St. Andrew’s Terrace
Home creates environment where people want to be
Sep 24, 2012
Volunteers play an important
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Staff member's encouragement brought RPN to home
Samantha Telfer reflects on journey to St. Andrew's Terrace
Sep 21, 2012
“Come work here after you get your nursin
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Community spirit thrives at Twin Lakes car show
Collaboration with car club helps raise money for home's residents' council
Sep 19, 2012
Twin Lakes Terrace recently hosted its annual antique car show, an event that makes the most of
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St. Andrew's nursing rehab program getting results
Residents' quality of life improving through resident-focused interventions
Sep 17, 2012
When St. Andrew’s Terrace resident Millie
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Volunteering a family affair
Helping out at St. Andrew's Terrace opens doors to new possibilities for Radores family
Sep 14, 2012
For the Radores family, volunteering at St. Andrew’s Terrace is a labour of love, and the
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Yoga, meditation program relaxing residents
Residents empowering themselves to learn new skills
Sep 12, 2012
When a Trillium Villa Nursing Home resident was
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Trillium Villa convalescent-care program helping people return home
New program enhancing life quality, reducing hospital stays
Sep 10, 2012
A new convalescent-care program largely aimed a
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Fitness program helps residents with their ADL
Shapin' Up with Sherri program makes strengthening exercises fun
Sep 07, 2012
A range-of-motion fitness program offered to Heron Terrace residents is combining fun with fitness
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Rosewood open house underscores teamwork, community spirit
Food, entertainment and socialization marks annual event
Sep 05, 2012
Rosewood Manor’s annual open house and family picnic was a
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Security system enhancing life quality, safety at Afton Park
Reduced agitation, increased socialization highlights of WanderGuard
Aug 31, 2012
The Afton Park Place team is finding the WanderGuard bracelet system to be an effective tool for
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Why it’s great to be a St. Andrew's Terrace volunteer
Volunteer Diana Secasan responds to S&R article
Aug 29, 2012
When St. Andrew’s Terrace volunteer Diana
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Heron Terrace supports charitable young cyclist
16-year-old volunteer receives support from Tecumseh residence
Aug 27, 2012
Staff
members and
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Residents, families and staff come together at Waterloo Heights pig roast
Excellent teamwork helped make event successful
Aug 24, 2012
Waterloo Heights’ 19th annual summer pig
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Residents take charge during safety exercise
Questions answered, safety concerns resolved during evacuation drill
Aug 22, 2012
Southgate Residence executive director Kim Farfanick is applauding the Kingsville retirement
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Hon. Alice Wong shares insights into future of seniors care at Landmark Village
Seniors and retirees raise questions regarding the care of future generations
Aug 20, 2012
Retirees at Landmark Village in Sarnia made the most of their unique opportunity to meet with the
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Want a strong volunteer base? Treat them same as staff: volunteer co-ordinator
St. Andrew's Terrace sets volunteer-hour record in July
Aug 17, 2012
If you want to have a strong volunteer base at a long-term care
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Waterloo Heights residents, staff embrace Olympics
Retirement home hosts its own summer games in the spirit of camaraderie and competition
Aug 15, 2012
Residents and staff members at Waterloo Heights
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Resident-organized program bringing Southgate gents together
ROMEO club getting conversations going
Aug 13, 2012
Southgate Residence activity director Holly O’Neil may have been the one to discover an idea
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Afton has the Olympic spirit
Sarnia LTC home hosts games and activities celebrating Summer Games
Aug 10, 2012
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Landmark Village celebrates 3 years serving residents and community
Brent Hart organizes event to mark anniversary of S&R's 'cruise ship on land'
Aug 09, 2012
Landmark Village celebrated three years of serving its 135 resident
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S&R welcomes new executive assistant Heather Campbell
'I knew that they were a great company and that they have a wonderful reputation in Sarnia'
Aug 03, 2012
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s newest team member grew up in Sarnia, where the organizatio
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Waterloo Heights' social event of the year a 'huge hit'
Activity director's hard work inspires resident
Aug 01, 2012
Waterloo Heights’ recent first-ever Black Tie Affair was a “huge hit” with the
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S&R values helped create 16 meaningful years at Waterloo Heights: Jackie Thirtle
'I feel very fortunate to have found a second career that I enjoy even more than my first one'
Jul 30, 2012
Waterloo Heights executive director Jackie Thirtle says Steeves & Rozema’s values and
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Driving examiner gets driver's licence back
For Heron Terrace resident John Haines, having a licence is a matter of principle
Jul 27, 2012
If there’s anyone at Heron Terrace
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Southgate residents again put community focus first
Annual barbecue raises money for local charity
Jul 25, 2012
Once again the people living at Southgate Residence have shown their dedication to the Kingsville
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S&R's commitment to community, quality demonstrated through program involvement
CRB participation confirms rental properties exceed quality standards
Jul 23, 2012
The Steeves & Rozema Group’s recent involvement with a quality assurance program is
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Florence Brown retires today
S&R executive assistant applauded for outstanding work organizing company events
Jul 20, 2012
After nearly 14 years serving Steeves
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Twin Lakes hosts luncheon honouring musical volunteers
Annual event a way to give back to people who play important roles in LTC
Jul 18, 2012
A
group of activity professionals from seven
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S&R launches Certified Rental Building Program
Participation in initiative is demonstrating S&R quality commitment
Jul 16, 2012
The
Steeves & Rozema Group formally
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RotSC chef helps make memorable Canada Day for residents
Jason Cormier brings group of 8 to parents' home to celebrate nation's birthday
Jul 13, 2012
When it comes to going the extra mile for
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Softball tournament helping build community
S&R mission of 'creating communities that are good for life' injected into annual event
Jul 11, 2012
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21-year career an ongoing learning experience, says Vera Solc
Waterloo Heights cook has dedicated her professional career to retirement and long-term care
Jul 09, 2012
Waterloo Heights cook Vera Solc is dedicated to her profession, but
she’s very particular
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Resident helps organize trip to war museum
Peter O'Shaughnessy's tour of Kingsville Historical Park so successful more trips are planned
Jul 06, 2012
Having been involved with Kingsville Historical Park for more than 25 years, Peter
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Volunteer's payment? 'Just give me a smile'
Brenda McMahon recognized for dedication to residents
Jul 04, 2012
Volunteer Brenda McMahon is a person with a “big heart”
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Jubilee and innovative take on game show mark Seniors' Month at Afton
Events bring residents and staff together
Jun 29, 2012
Afton Park Place marked Seniors’ Month by celebrating the 60t
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Dedication to residents inspiring cook to climb to new heights
Deanna Carric working towards chef's qualifications
Jun 27, 2012
After nine years working in Heron Terrace’s kitchen, cook Deanna Carric is embarking on a
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Teamwork, S&R name, ensures the show goes on
Strong effort saves Southgate staff appreciation party
Jun 25, 2012
It
was some exceptional teamwork on the part of managers at Southgate
Residence, coupled with th
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Trillium Villa recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Staff used day as opportunity to give people a better understanding of a serious issue
Jun 22, 2012
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Men's Day brings residents together
Second annual event a hit with 10 gents
Jun 20, 2012
Southgate Residence’s recent Men’s
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Cathi Lalonde's work in palliative care most rewarding
'Every individual’s story, illness and issue are a new life lesson'
Jun 18, 2012
After 21 years at Trillium Villa Nursing Home,
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S&R's longest-serving team member honoured
Jill Driver has been cooking nearly 31 years for Trillium Villa residents
Jun 15, 2012
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Helping your $2 make a difference
Heron Terrace staffer a cancer-research fundraising champion
Jun 13, 2012
Heron Terrace registered practical
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Enhancing residents’ lives the best part of career, says manager
Christine McEwen also grateful for Steeves & Rozema's promotion policy
Jun 11, 2012
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Trillium Villa team member preparing for Ironman competition
Al Waller training to swim, cycle and run for Aug. 19 event
Jun 08, 2012
Asked what he’s looking forward to most about
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Heron Terrace nurse makes front page
Co-worker asks S&R to interview proud grandparent Pam Garrod
Jun 06, 2012
When
Heron Terrace foot nurse Pam Garrod recently made the front page of a
local magazine, one o
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A career like no other
Family atmosphere, S&R leadership has kept Claudette Lalonde at Waterloo Heights 16 years
Jun 04, 2012
Every Christmas for the past 11 years Claudette Lalonde has received a card from the son of a
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Facelift brings 4 Fairview Towers' suites into 21st century
Kitchen and bathroom renovations make the difference
Jun 01, 2012
Recently
completed renovations in four suites at Fairview Towers have beautified
the
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Heron Terrace caregiver couple share story with local paper
Tiffany Boulbol says husband 'inspired' her to pursue nursing career
May 30, 2012
Heron Terrace team members Ahmed and Tiffany Boulbol recently sat down with the Windsor Star
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Scholarship winner setting sights on big goals
Careers in geriatric care, neuroscience and helping out abroad all possibilities for Amanda Lebeau
May 28, 2012
Amanda
Lebeau is putting the funding she received from winning the Steeves
& Rozema
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Volunteering helps student connect with people
Stephanie Gilmore says she's learning a lot about residents' lives
May 25, 2012
Stephanie
Gilmore says the best thing she has garnered from volunteering at the
Residence on the
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LTC a calling for Caroline Brant
RN came to Trillium Villa knowing she could make a difference to residents
May 23, 2012
Trillium
Villa registered nurse (RN) and RAI-MDS co-ordinator Caroline Brant’s
dedication
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Rosewood residents still talking about outstanding Mother's Day
Team pulls together to give mothers a memorable event
May 18, 2012
Rosewood Manor staff members organized a
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Jennifer Silver earns award for community service
PSW supports causes through baking
May 16, 2012
Afton Park Place personal support worker (PSW) Jennifer
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Residents praise Southgate nurses with kind, thoughtful words
Becky Broughton and Kim Farfanick saluted during National Nursing Week
May 14, 2012
Southgate Residence registered practical nurse
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Nicole Cymbron rewarded for compassion
Family members' praise helps earn PSW Quest for Success award
May 11, 2012
The compassion St. Andrew’s Terrace
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75 honoured at 2012 Quest for Success awards
'Some of the stories really bring tears to your eyes'
May 09, 2012
Seventy-five staff members and volunteers
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Heron Terrace volunteer 'irreplaceable'
Staff commends Belle Stevenson for her work with residents
May 07, 2012
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Volunteering couple bringing smiles to Twin Lakes
Roger and Mary Lynn Gilbert hailed for the difference they're making to residents
May 04, 2012
It was by sheer happenstance that Roger and Mar
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Southgate residents once again champion community cause
$362 raised from event will help local hospital buy mammography equipment
May 02, 2012
Always looking for ways to help their local
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Student becomes new Granite House activity co-ordinator
Stephanie Smith says creativity is her top strength
Apr 30, 2012
Last September, Stephanie Smith came to
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Studying for PhD helped prepare for career as project manager
Dave Williams discusses his position, top strengths
Apr 27, 2012
In many ways, being Steeves &
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Empathy a top strength team member brings to residents
Sue Lambier reflects on nearly 3 years at Landmark Village
Apr 25, 2012
Landmark Village residential administration supervisor Sue Lambier
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Heroic team member helps rescue dog
Residents and staff members applauding dietary aide Dave Bezanson
Apr 23, 2012
Twin Lakes
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S&R expanding LTC portfolio with new acquisitions
Acquisition will build upon assets instilled by Sifton Properties
Apr 20, 2012
Steeve
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Lois Magee has the write stuff
Waterloo Heights volunteer making a difference in home's library program
Apr 18, 2012
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Manager discovers leadership strength through promotion
Julia Potts discusses how she has grown her career at Twin Lakes Terrace
Apr 16, 2012
When Twin Lakes Terrace’s manager of
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Resident's band a hit
Trio performing for residents at S&R homes
Apr 13, 2012
A three-piece band formed about six months ago by a gentleman livin
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Fundraising, social engagements helping Southgate build stronger community
‘Creating communities that are good for life' is what retirement home is all about
Apr 11, 2012
In coming weeks, Southgate Residence will see a
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S&R homes helping advance health care in Latin America
Afton Park Place and Trillium Villa sending supplies to region through local organization
Apr 04, 2012
When Afton Park Place life
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Community spirit a foundation at Rosewood Manor
Bev James explains how home is living S&R's mission of 'creating communities that are good for life'
Apr 02, 2012
When Rosewood Manor activity director Bev James
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S&R promotion policy offers incentive to new recruits: Karen Eckel
Team member reflects on four positions in five years
Mar 30, 2012
In only five years Karen
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Resident empowerment a top strength at Afton Park
Results of survey align with S&R resident-care philosophy
Mar 28, 2012
A recent batch o
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S&R career has 'snowballed' for Tania Bergen
Internal promotion moves her from temp position to director of sales and marketing
Mar 26, 2012
Tania Bergen was fresh out of Lambton
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S&R mission an inspiring principle for Tania Bergen
'Creating communities that are good for life' is something she sees every day
Mar 23, 2012
Steeves & Rozema’s mission of
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Customer service giving Waterloo Heights a leading edge
ED attributes growth to the retirement community's No. 1 strength
Mar 21, 2012
When Waterloo Heights was turned into a retirement community from an apartment block 17 years ago
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Say hello to Heather Whitfield
New Afton Park Place administrator brings well-rounded experience to job
Mar 19, 2012
Two attributes Afton Park Place administrator Heather Whitfield is
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ED flourishing at job combining strengths, interests
Sarah Eisenbraun blending operations strengths with desire to learn
Mar 16, 2012
Residence on the St. Clair executive director Sarah Eisenbraun says
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Gardening program harvesting memories for residents
People with cognitive impairment harnessing strengths through program
Mar 14, 2012
When Sara Byma tends to flowers in the St. Andrew’s Terrace
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RotSC intergenerational program gaining momentum
Students' second visit sparks meaningful bonds with residents
Mar 12, 2012
Intergenerational programming at the Residence
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Life enrichment: more than 'throwing a ball'
Staff members using Activity Professional Awareness Week to promote this message
Mar 09, 2012
Heron Terrace’s life enrichment department wants everyone
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From Bay St. to Brights Grove
How shared values have kept Clarke Boddy at Steeves & Rozema 11 years
Mar 07, 2012
Steeves &
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Humour, positivity key strengths payroll assistant brings to S&R
Peggy Overholt reflects on nearly 10 years with organization
Mar 05, 2012
Her sense of humour and a positive attitude are key attributes
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Strong communication is nursing rehab co-ordinator's top strength
Leisa Nurse proving to be well-suited for new position
Mar 02, 2012
Heron Terrace nursing rehabilitation
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S&R team members win big lottery prize
16 team members win $300,000
Feb 29, 2012
Sixteen team members from Steeves &
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Group's work helping residents make important purchase
St. Andrew's Terrace residents' council a step closer to buying flagpole
Feb 27, 2012
St. Andrew’s Terrace life enrichment manager Jessica Jorey is tipping her hat to a local
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Interim manager using position to build skill set
Charlene VanBilsen says life enrichment manager position an opportunity to learn management roles
Feb 24, 2012
Charlene VanBilsen is using her
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Show-and-tell activity bringing back fond memories
Program provides residents with opportunities to discuss favourite belongings
Feb 22, 2012
A show-and-tell program that encourages
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Let’s hear it for love!
Heron Terrace celebrates resident couples with annual Valentine's Day luncheon
Feb 17, 2012
Heron Terrace celebrated resident couples
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Support helps RPN land dream job
Shelly Lovrin 'flourishing' in her new role at St. Andrew's Terrace
Feb 15, 2012
Shelly Lovrin says educational support she
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Life enrichment aide bringing physiotherapy skills to home
Former physiotherapist assistant thriving in Heron Terrace’s activities department
Feb 13, 2012
Jessica Harcus had been working several years a
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Southgate's atmosphere drew PSW into career
Home's residents, staff helped Ashley Haeussler decide on career
Feb 10, 2012
Southgate Residence personal support worker
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Student's creativity encouraged at Residence on the St. Clair
Kathy Latimer 'super at everything,' says social director
Feb 08, 2012
Kathy Latimer says one of her favourite
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25-year career marked by promotion
'I love working for Steeves & Rozema'
Feb 06, 2012
Since beginning her career at Steeves &
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Student thriving at Rosewood Manor
Sarnia retirement home was Taryn MacRobbie's top pick for placement
Feb 03, 2012
When students in the social service worker
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RotSC brings Sarnia tradition home
Residents celebrate Snowfest indoors
Feb 01, 2012
Snowfest has been a major winter festival in Sarnia for 20 years
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Twin Lakes employee loyal to company for investing in her
Anne Marie MacDougall is now an unregulated care provider
Jan 30, 2012
Anne Marie MacDougall is grateful to Steeves & Rozema for havin
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Office manager credits Waterloo Heights' team for promotion
'I think it's wonderful that they gave me the opportunity to do this,' says Suzanne Fleming
Jan 27, 2012
Suzanne Fleming was working as the night
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Tina Drew transitioned from dietary aide to activity director
Former administrator encouraged her to try the job
Jan 25, 2012
After a dozen or so years working in the kitche
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Placement student hired as activities co-ordinator
Supervisor retired as college placement ended
Jan 23, 2012
Danielle Marshall did not experience jitters on her first day on th
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Residents petition for promotion
Southgate Residence's Holly O'Neil recounts career path
Jan 20, 2012
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Residents dance the night away for New Year's Eve
Home's residents' council pays for annual party
Jan 18, 2012
More than 30 people helped ring in 2012 at the
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Kudos to two homes for successful Workwell audits
Teamwork helps Heron Terrace, St. Andrew’s Terrace get high marks from surveyors
Jan 16, 2012
Steeves & Rozema corporate health, safety
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Afton Park administrator Anne Hillier retires
Cites nursing rehabilitation, working with residents' council as career highlights
Jan 13, 2012
Afton Park Place administrator Anne Hillier, wh
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Trillium Villa stay helps Rosewood resident return home
Rehabilitation interventions help resident go home after two weeks
Jan 11, 2012
Steeves
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Tenant pot-luck Christmas supper draws 68 diners
Company pays for dinner at Kenwick Place
Jan 09, 2012
As word spreads among tenants, attendance at
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Residents' council provides Christmas turkey to staff members
Anonymous collection has been taken at home for 21 years
Jan 06, 2012
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Party shows residents are young at heart
Waterloo Heights annual event special because everyone comes together
Jan 04, 2012
Residents at Waterloo Heights are young at
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Southgate Residence joins Toys for Tots campaign
Residents, families, staff members rally behind cause
Dec 23, 2011
Kim Farfanick wanted to do something different
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S&R recognized for contribution to Celebration of Lights
Efforts help grow Sarnia's winter event
Dec 21, 2011
Steeves & Rozema was recognized for its
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Smells trigger holiday memories at Residence on the St. Clair
Tree-trimming parties a highlight for residents
Dec 19, 2011
The smell of cookies and hot chocolate wafting
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Building manager commends S&R's internal promotion
'If they didn't have that I wouldn't be a building manager,' says Linda Paquette
Dec 16, 2011
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Steeves & Rozema float named parade's best commercial entry
Organization recognized for fifth consecutive year
Dec 14, 2011
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Facebook the impetus behind Rosewood Manor fundraiser
Hundreds of dollars raised for organization helping at-risk youth
Dec 12, 2011
Rosewood Manor activity director Bev James was
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Renowned comedian performs at Landmark Village
Event adds to home's 'cruise-ship' culture
Dec 09, 2011
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Free advertising, social networking brings scores of volunteers to Rosewood bazaar
Community comes together to raise money for Rosewood Manor residents' council
Dec 07, 2011
Rosewood
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Veterans enjoy camaraderie at annual Christmas luncheon
Recognition important to vets at Residence on the St. Clair
Dec 05, 2011
Carol Turner has difficulty articulating the feeling experienced by
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Resident, 92, goes home after mobility improves in one month
Mrs. K's story underscores strong rehab programs long-term care brings to health system
Dec 02, 2011
When
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'Hard work' makes bazaar a success
Residence on the St. Clair raises $1,500 in 2 hours for residents' council
Nov 30, 2011
The Residence on the St. Clair’s social
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Homes help Rosewood Manor provide snacks for 1,000 people
S&R sells hot chocolate and cookies at Celebration of Lights
Nov 28, 2011
Providing snacks for thousands of people is no
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Student's strength with crafts shines at Granite House
'I would love doing this the rest of my,' says Stephanie Smith
Nov 25, 2011
If Stephanie Smith has one major strength she brings to Granite
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Residents organize Southgate's first Remembrance Day service
Event's success also a learning experience
Nov 23, 2011
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Life enrichment workers organize veterans' brunch
Team members honour those who served in Canada's military with Remembrance Day meal
Nov 21, 2011
Heron Terrace celebrated its
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Team member loving Landmark Village's 'cruise ship on land' culture
Retirement community has the resort-style working environment Allie Boddy enjoys
Nov 18, 2011
SARNIA, Ont. - When Allie Boddy returned home t
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Residents join effort to support military
Afton Park Place group sending signed Christmas cards, letters to Canadian troops overseas
Nov 16, 2011
Scores of Canadian Armed Forces personnel
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Community strength helps home complete painting project
Residents with cognitive impairment less confused when looking for washrooms
Nov 14, 2011
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Remembrance Day events 'almost sacred' to veterans
Resident-veteran applauds home for hosting services
Nov 11, 2011
For people who served in the Canadian Armed
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Sauerkraut and pumpkins help Granite House mark October festivities
Oktoberfest, Halloween festivities at centre of retirement community's activities
Nov 09, 2011
October was a busy month for residents and
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Halloween party a symbol of strong community engagement
Local Scouts visit Southgate Residence
Nov 07, 2011
When a trailer containing pop cans that were
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Halloween activity successful at encouraging residents to reminisce
Pumpkin carving engages Heron Terrace residents of all abilities
Nov 04, 2011
During a recent
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101-year-old resident as active as ever
Florence Metcalfe's life marked by many accomplishments
Nov 02, 2011
Following her 100th birthday celebration in
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ROTSC hosts Halloween bash
Staff members applauded for ‘going beyond’ to make the event possible
Oct 31, 2011
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St. Andrew's Terrace Christmas bazaar centres on community engagement
Annual event connects community, families to home, while raising money councils
Oct 28, 2011
Community engagement is important to residents
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Drumming program successful at engaging residents
Program providing residents with an outlet to express themselves, while building community
Oct 26, 2011
A monthly drum program offered at Afton Park
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Palliative-care team commended for going above and beyond
Staff members often giving their time outside of working hours to be with residents
Oct 24, 2011
The palliative-care team at Afton Park Place ca
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S&R underscoring importance of community service
Stakeholders have been busy helping others, hosting events and organizing for charities
Oct 21, 2011
Staff members and residents in Steeves &
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Retirement residence hosts fashion show
Event raises money for United Way
Oct 19, 2011
A fundraising fashion show at the Residence on the St. Clair raised about $90 for the United Way o
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Marquis East residents enjoy 'mini vacation' during elevator project
Team's advanced planning minimizes impact
Oct 17, 2011
Advanced planning minimized the impact on residents when the Marquis East at Trillium Park’s
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PSW proud of her son’s international track and field success
Young runner wins bronze, sets personal best at Commonwealth Youth Games
Oct 14, 2011
Residence on the St. Clair personal support worker (PSW) Tracey Bramwell is hoping she’ll
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Standing room only for art gallery wine and cheese reception
Former administrator shares her hobby and talent with Sarnia residents
Oct 12, 2011
There was standing room only at Residence on the St. Clair (RSC) for around 50 family members,
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Head office staff members lend a hand at United Way’s Day of Caring
Gardening, landscaping done for two seniors
Oct 07, 2011
Four Steeves & Rozema staff members participated in
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Enjoying the good things in life
2 S & R groups venture to quaint town on the shores of Lake Huron
Oct 05, 2011
On a calm, clear September day, an entourage from Steeves and Rozema’s Marquis at Trilliu
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Southgate resident championing charity drives
Billie Taylor is passionate about helping others
Oct 03, 2011
Southgate Residence has been in the midst of a flurry of charitable fundraising activity lately
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S&R facility hosts disability awareness event featuring Sarnia mayor, Ont. Lt.-Gov.
Landmark Village team member son's gets some valuable advice from Hon. David Onley
Sep 30, 2011
Sarnia’s St. Clair Corporate Centre was recently the scene of an event that brought together
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Volunteer harmonica player moves into Waterloo Heights
Tom Rand enjoying retirement residence's spacious atmosphere, residents like having their neighbour perform shows
Sep 28, 2011
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Kenny Neilson shares his joy of music
Residents regularly gather around the piano to listen to their local musician
Sep 26, 2011
The life enrichment team at Trillium Villa
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S&R working to minimize inconvenience for tenants during construction project
Parking, relocation, earplugs being provided to people during parking-garage facelift
Sep 23, 2011
While a project to refurbish the parking garage at the Park Mall complex in Guelph has meant a
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Residents pick a winner of an outing
Residence on the St. Clair group has a fun day at Windsor International Air Show
Sep 21, 2011
When Residence on the St. Clair resident Graham Dickey brought Carol Turner a newspaper clipping
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Heron Terrace goes all out to celebrate Elvis Week
Professional impersonator, trivia and other activities mark week dedicated to the king of rock 'n' roll
Sep 19, 2011
Heron Terrace was Elvis Central Aug. 8-16 as residents and staff members celebrated Elvis
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Trillium Villa celebrates its historical reputation in long-term care
Family members, residents and staff reminisce over the 40 years of service
Sep 16, 2011
Through nursing clerical assistant Leanne Shearer’s preparation for the 40th anniversary of
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Dedicated staff makes BBQ and fundraiser a success
'They don't see it as just work; it's definitely a lifestyle for them as well'
Sep 14, 2011
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Performing pooches bring laughter to Twin Lakes Terrace
8 tiny tail-waggers leave a lasting impression
Sep 12, 2011
Eight four-legged therapists visited Twin Lakes Terrace Retirement
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Residents, community partners set to celebrate Trillium Villa's 40th anniversary
Caring staff members are Sarnia home's 'greatest asset'
Sep 09, 2011
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Volunteer BBQ celebrates people who donate their time
Event 'is all about bringing volunteers together with staff and residents to say thank you'
Sep 07, 2011
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Pet-therapy dog a favourite with Heron Terrace residents
'All the residents love to see Maddie'
Sep 02, 2011
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Annual picnic brings residents back to the outdoors
Event serves as time to relax, enjoy good food and make social connections
Aug 31, 2011
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Knitting and crocheting competition will see items donated to needy families
Residents, staff and families invited to submit entries
Aug 29, 2011
A crochet and knitting competition at Afton Park Place will benefit needy families in Sarnia just
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Afton Park Place social committee hosts invitational ball tournament
Championship plaque awarded to Trillium Villa
Aug 26, 2011
The recently-formed social committee at Afton Park Place organized an invitational ball
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Promoting life quality is central to S&R homes
Innovative programming a cornerstone of LTC and retirement homes
Aug 24, 2011
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Afton Park residents meet Philly cream cheese angel
'To meet her and get a hug from her was the seventh heaven,' says resident
Aug 22, 2011
Afton Park Place residents were recently treated to an outing to the Starbright Summer Festival,
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Canine performance wows Heron Terrace residents
Border City Barkers visit home
Aug 19, 2011
Heron Terrace residents were recently treated to a canine agility
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Animal farm visit results in sea of smiles
Annual outing a time to reminisce
Aug 17, 2011
A recent trip to the Kinsmen Animal Farm at Canatara Park in Sarnia
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Fun is mandated at Rosewood Manor
Committee planning events and theme days to liven up the workplace
Aug 15, 2011
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Japanese students share culture with Heron Terrace residents
Learning about origami a big hit with residents
Aug 12, 2011
A group of students from Fujisawa, Japan recently visited Heron
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New program engaging men, beautifying home
Men's group putting love of woodworking to good use
Aug 10, 2011
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S&R true to its mission
Mission builds client loyalty
Aug 08, 2011
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Staff members highlight success of St. Andrew's Terrace snoezelen room
Multisensory room effective at calming residents affected by agitation
Aug 05, 2011
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Storytelling program lets residents' creativity shine
Activity proving successful for residents with cognitive impairment
Aug 03, 2011
One of the greatest benefits of an innovative storytelling program offered at Afton Park Place is
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Eight-week horticulture sessions grow at Twin Lakes Terrace
LE manager wants program to run year round
Jul 29, 2011
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Retirement community resident staying with who she knows — S&R
90-year-old Carus O’Connor recently moved from Marquis West to ROSC
Jul 27, 2011
Ninety-year-old Carus O’Connor
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Outstanding resident dedicated to S&R
Sadie Wilder moves from S&R Apartment to S&R Retirement Home
Jul 25, 2011
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Team member’s son wins prestigious academic award at UofW
Josh Charles also a recipient of S&R scholarship
Jul 22, 2011
Josh Charles, the son of Heron Terrace team member
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Chatham comes together to support the OSPCA
Yard sale and barbecue at Trillium Villages give back to the community
Jul 20, 2011
Property manager Dorothy Arnold for the
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Environmental services' commitment and pride prioritizes residents' care
Installation of new dryer so smooth, residents don't notice 2-day closure of linen services
Jul 18, 2011
Manager of environmental services and property maintenance Tammy Shortt had to shut down laundry
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'It's just like you bring an angel in here'
Duffy the therapy dog and his work at Rosewood Manor
Jul 15, 2011
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Tenants enjoy remodelled balconies this summer
Fairview Towers staff worked hard to accommodate tenants
Jul 13, 2011
Tenants at Kitchener’s Fairview
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Property manager counts on team to turn units over quickly
Crack team of dedicated staff prep units for new tenants fast
Jul 11, 2011
At Trillium Villages there’s nothing
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Quilt show an added touch to annual strawberry social
Waterloo Heights event raises $400 for local charity
Jul 08, 2011
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Marking a father's bravery, honouring family heritage
War medals earned during the Second World War become unique gift for mother
Jul 06, 2011
Nearly 72 years after the German war machine
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Annual seniors' cruise a special occasion to bring the S&R residents together
Relaxing, hassle-free boat ride provides a legacy to radio personality Peter Henderson
Jul 04, 2011
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Trillium Villa bell choir successfully engaging residents
Program continues gaining momentum
Jun 29, 2011
A resident bell choir assembled at Trillium Villa Nursing Home six
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Day trip to 'Guys and Dolls' secured by successful yard sale
Annual fundraiser nets $850, covering a bus rental to Grand Bend in August
Jun 27, 2011
Residence on St. Clair executive director
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Who's up for bridge?
Residents take advantage of scenic setting to get a head start on bridge night
Jun 24, 2011
Residents from the Residence on the St.
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Everything 'ducky' at Afton Park Place
Staff and residents happy to see feathered family settling into life at home
Jun 22, 2011
A mother duck and her 11 ducklings are now calling the grounds at Afton Park Place in Sarnia home,
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'Every little bit helps' when building community
Residents at Southgate Residence collect money for local boy scouts
Jun 20, 2011
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One-woman knitting machine offers warmth overseas
Hundreds of sweaters have found their way to needy people around the world
Jun 17, 2011
Two strong hands, some knitting
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Landmark Village hosts team member's wedding
All 137 residents attend Zulmira Worsley's special day
Jun 15, 2011
When Landmark Village residents heard dining room manager Zulmira Worsley was going to be
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Landmark Village raises $1,554 for Heart and Stroke Foundation
Big Bike event galvanizes teamwork
Jun 13, 2011
Team members at Landmark Village recently raised $1,554 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation of
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St. Andrew’s Terrace residents shine in tribute to volunteer
Concert supports music therapy program that Jan Bradley loved
Jun 10, 2011
Jan Bradley’s joy of music an
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Resident engagement from 'rights challenge' continues to pay off
People 'more vocal' than ever at St. Andrew's Terrace
Jun 08, 2011
Four months after St.
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‘Under the radar,’ three S&R employees work for quality improvement
Team members work day in and day out with a smile on their face, says manager
May 18, 2011
Property manager Lisa Smith quoted LL Bean CEO Leon Gorman when she nominated three people for the
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Two long-time volunteers recognized for dedication
Dorothy and Marjorie are permanent fixtures at The Marquis at Trillium Park
May 11, 2011
Two ladies, the best of friends and neighbours in a building in Sarnia’s Trillium Park
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Heron Terrace RPN recognized for her work with students
Danielle Baillargeon earns Above and Beyond Award
May 04, 2011
Heron Terrace registered practical nurse (RPN) Danielle Baillargeon has been honoured with
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Volunteer, St. Andrew’s Terrace team earn Community Service awards
Teamwork, dedication prevail in the face of hardship
Apr 27, 2011
The team at St. Andrew’s
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Zumba Gold a hit at Waterloo Heights
Exercise program sees attendance spike
Apr 20, 2011
Maxine Hammell says she’s
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Winning award for Code Pink procedure a shining moment for palliative care team
Team members reflect on procedure’s success
Apr 13, 2011
While there have been many successes accomplished by Heron Terrace’s palliative
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‘Cruise ship on land’ theme helps Landmark Village earn award nomination
Retirement home recognized for outstanding customer service
Apr 06, 2011
From the day it opened its doors two years ago,
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News program a platform to share great stories: Scotland
Team members have new avenue to learn and share best practices, celebrate successes
Mar 25, 2011
Steeves & Rozema Group CEO John Scotland says the organization and its people are rich
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