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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Starbucks' Week of Kindness touches Twin Lakes Terrace
Sarnia LTC community and coffee chain partner to bring a social to residents
Aug 18, 2023

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

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

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

Westmount Gardens' premier talent show goes beyond expectations
'I think we definitely found a lot of hidden talent'
Aug 09, 2023

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

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

Village on the Thames celebrates Canada's birthday with strawberry social
'The day went off beautifully'
Jul 31, 2023

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

Family BBQ and winery outing highlight summer fun at Southgate Village
'We look forward to our next event'
Jul 26, 2023

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

Mall-walking combines exercise and fun for Heron Terrace residents
'This trip made their day and was filled with memories'
Jul 21, 2023

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

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

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

Lanark Heights celebrates career of dedicated LEA
Sandra Cheesman is retiring after 13 years as a valued team member
Jul 12, 2023

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

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

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

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

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

Local students build a much-needed planter for Westmount Gardens
'This really was a win-win situation'
Jun 26, 2023

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

Landmark celebrates superhero team with Superhero Day
Latest 'fun day' was a hit with both residents and team members
Jun 21, 2023

Bonfire season arrives at Westmount Gardens
An annual tradition that brings back lots of fond memories for residents returns
Jun 19, 2023

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Top-notch brunch highlights Mother's Day at Village on the St. Clair
'Everybody had a wonderful time'
May 31, 2023

Landmark Village sends in the clowns
The village recently hosted a carnival-themed day filled with clowns, games and refreshments
May 29, 2023

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

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

Westmount Cinco de Mayo event combines fun with celebration of diversity
'This year was another great success'
May 19, 2023

Lanark Heights residents mark Earth Day by planting a herb garden
'It is definitely something we will do again'
May 17, 2023

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

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

Southgate Village residents launch gardening club
'I can't wait to see everything grow'
May 10, 2023

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Landmark Village kicks off spring with an outing to a local flower nursery
'The residents had a blast'
Apr 12, 2023

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Buon appetito! Afton Park treats residents to Italian-themed dinner
February's themed dinner night included spaghetti, meatballs and chocolate gelato
Mar 17, 2023

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

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

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

Landmark Village rock 'n' roll party raises $650 for HSF
'It was shocking to have raised that much'
Mar 08, 2023

Two hearts beat as one on Valentine's Day
Heron Terrace residents receive words of love from Southgate Village
Mar 06, 2023

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

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

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

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

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

February is now called 'Loveuary' at Twin Lakes Village
A social, entertainment, treats and greeting cards mark residents' Valentine's Day
Feb 17, 2023

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

'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

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

Annual red-carpet gala returns to Waterloo Heights
Residents were treated to a delicious meal and entertainment during Black Tie Night
Feb 08, 2023

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

Dietary team brings Hawaiian experience to Afton Park residents
A Hawaiian meal and luau highlighted themed month
Feb 03, 2023

'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

'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

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

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

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

Local students deliver Christmas cards to Rosewood Village residents
Students from two elementary schools delivered the greetings just before the holidays
Jan 20, 2023

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

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

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

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

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

Westmount Gardens Santa makes holiday season extra special for residents
'Just seeing Santa brings back so many memories and stories'
Jan 09, 2023

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

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

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

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

Lanark Heights team collaborates to serve residents Christmas lunch buffets
'Residents really enjoyed the lunch and look forward to next year'
Dec 19, 2022

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