Resident ambassador is helping newcomers settle into Westmount Gardens
'Having a resident present from Day 1 and letting them know she is here for them when needed goes a long way'
May 05, 2025

Waterloo Heights fashion show nets $2,620 for food bank
The 24th annual fashion show saw residents and team members model designs from local businesses
May 02, 2025

Placement students host 'welcome tea' for new Trillium Villa residents
The event was a chance for newcomers to meet other residents, staff, volunteers and family members
Apr 30, 2025

Southgate Village residents are always 'puzzling'
How completing puzzles have become a favourite activity among residents
Apr 28, 2025

New Twin Lakes Terrace manager brings back Diners Club
Kendra Donkers has been been revamping some past favourite programs, and this food-focused event is loved by residents
Apr 25, 2025

Resident's idea sparks outing to maple syrup farm
Trip to Fort Rose Maple Company may become an annual event for Landmark Village
Apr 23, 2025

Westmount Gardens launches donation drive to support Humane Society's rabbits
With a new HSLM facility opening soon, there's a need for items, so residents are pitching in to help
Apr 16, 2025

S&R Group connects with potential team members at PSW job fair
123 job seekers attended the event, with many stopping by the S&R Group's booth
Apr 14, 2025

Rosewood Village resident recognized for his 60 years with the Shriners
Robert Chambers is 'pretty proud' of his membership with the service club
Apr 11, 2025

Lanark Village launches two community outreach programs
The Soup Club and the Seniors Walking Club are connecting Lanark Village with local seniors
Apr 09, 2025

Family 'beyond thankful' for Heron Terrace memorial service
Team members ensured a resident could attend her husband's service from home
Apr 07, 2025

Lanark Heights offering new Montessori kits to enhance residents' quality of life
Montessori-based programming helps residents enjoy more activities while reducing agitation
Apr 04, 2025

Twin Lakes Terrace helps support Pathways on World Down Syndrome Day
'Opportunities like this also show and build on the residents' inclusivity of everyone'
Apr 02, 2025

Beach-themed event brings summer warmth to Southgate Village
Team members dressed in tropical attire, much to the amusement of residents
Mar 31, 2025

Contest photo captures Village on the Thames residents at special moment
'It is a great picture and I thought it would be a great story'
Mar 28, 2025

Heron Terrace celebrates resident's 101st birthday
Resident Audrey says she was treated 'like a queen' on her big day
Mar 26, 2025

Karaoke is bringing Landmark residents and staff together for fun events
These singing events are encouraging resident engagement, and monthly attendance keeps growing
Mar 24, 2025

Waterloo Heights' 2025 fundraiser is off to an impressive start
Residents have donated enough food for 76 meals in recent weeks
Mar 21, 2025

Southgate painting program spurs residents' artistic side
Paint and Sip program expected to grow, says its creator
Mar 19, 2025

Heron Terrace residents voted from the comfort of home on election day
More than 40 residents cast their ballot on Feb. 27 at a polling station inside the home
Mar 17, 2025

Afton Park residents treated to presentation on Lambton County's oil history
'Understanding local history fosters a sense of belonging and identity'
Mar 14, 2025

Creative Lanark Heights team delivering fun events to residents
A 1950s rock 'n' roll party, a flower arrangement activity and an event dedicated to love highlight recent work
Mar 12, 2025

Resident thriving at Twin Lakes Terrace with staff and family support
A plan created by the BSO team, front-line staff and family have helped resident Maureen adjust to her new home
Mar 10, 2025

Landmark Village raises $800 during HSF casino fundraiser
This year's funds nearly doubled those collected at the 2024 event
Mar 07, 2025

Special moment captured in photos at Village on the Thames
'It was a really nice moment'
Mar 05, 2025

Heron Terrace LE team saves Valentine's Day
The home ended an outbreak the day before, so the team quickly came together to organize an event for residents
Mar 03, 2025

Local florist makes Twin Lakes resident's Valentine's Day extra special
Paulina's Flower Shoppe donated a bouquet to the home which resident Phyllis won in a raffle
Feb 28, 2025

5-star food and entertainment highlight Waterloo Heights' Black Tie Valentine's evening
'It was a very successful night'
Feb 26, 2025

Trillium Villa resident reaching mobility goals, setting new ones
Bud Summers says he's getting stronger since starting the home's nursing rehab program – and his stats show this
Feb 24, 2025

New volunteer and her therapy dog have won the hearts of Twin Lakes Village residents
'Residents are thrilled and waiting at the front door for CharLee and Dianne to arrive'
Feb 21, 2025

VOTT residents show Canadian pride on Flag Day
Residents wanted to acknowledge the day, team members helped make it happen
Feb 19, 2025

LE manager shares why working at Lanark Heights is her dream job
Karla Verdesoto says the home's resident focus, welcoming atmosphere, teamwork and her ability to be creative are what she enjoys
Feb 14, 2025

Waterloo Heights helping provide drinking water to developing countries
The seniors living community sponsored two water filters to deliver clean water to two families in developing countries for 25 years
Feb 12, 2025

Police show Westmount Gardens residents how to avoid phone scams
Residents requested this seminar, and team members and police collaborated to make it happen
Feb 10, 2025

Lunar new year highlights fun and celebrates cultural diversity at Lanark Heights
'This year we want to bring some cultural programs embracing diversity and understanding of different cultures'
Feb 07, 2025

Pebble art engages VOTT residents' creativity
'It was a creative craft, and they had a lot of fun'
Feb 05, 2025

NP student highlights benefits of LTC placement
Laura Van Geel, who completed a placement at Trillium Villa, shares why she's choosing a career in LTC
Feb 03, 2025

Waterloo Heights ups fundraising in 2024 by $1K
Residents and team members present $4,710 cheque to local hospice
Jan 31, 2025

Residents wanted a baking program; the Heron Terrace team delivered
The program's first segment was a make-your-own-pizza social
Jan 29, 2025

Seminar strengthens wound-care education for Trillium Villa team
Presentation on wound identification and staging helps team with its proactive approach to skin health
Jan 27, 2025

Westmount resident honoured for volunteer work with pet therapy program
Kathie Williams and her dog, Shylo, received recognition from St. John Ambulance
Jan 24, 2025

Spinning yarns: Southgate resident shows knack for knitting
With an array of sweaters completed, resident Connie starts knitting hats
Jan 22, 2025

New resident becomes instant music star
Days after moving to Village on the Thames, Ivor Misselbrook began singing and playing guitar for residents
Jan 20, 2025

VOSC residents spearhead fundraiser for Children's Aid Society
$600 was raised from white elephant event that helped buy gifts for children the society serves
Jan 17, 2025

Trillium Villa resident setting and achieving goals in nursing rehab program
'Joan is very happy with the progress she has made'
Jan 15, 2025

Creative, fun festivities mark Lanark Village holiday season
Ugly sweater contest, Nerf 'reindeer hunting' and lots of games highlighted December
Jan 13, 2025

Lanark Heights team ensures residents have memorable Christmas
Adjustments were made during outbreak to keep everyone safe, but residents still enjoyed the holiday season
Jan 10, 2025

Westmount managers thank team members for hard work with holiday meal
'It was a beautifully made meal, and everyone loved it with tons of compliments'
Jan 08, 2025

Waterloo Heights Christmas market helps residents with holiday shopping, raises money for hospice
'It was a fun event and a great way to do our Christmas shopping'
Jan 06, 2025

Landmark Village 'mitten tree' helps keep Sarnia warm
Winter clothing and canned food were donated to the Inn of the Good Shepherd during annual Christmas campaign
Jan 03, 2025

Fundraising for worthy causes a big part of S&R communities in 2024
The HSF, a hospice and Community Living were some of the many organizations S&R homes supported this year
Dec 23, 2024

Christmas market highlights Twin Lakes holiday party
The party helped residents, families and team members with their holiday shopping
Dec 20, 2024

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

Couple celebrates 63rd anniversary at Southgate Village
Adrian and Susan share the story of how they met
Dec 16, 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Scary Haunted House tradition continues at Landmark Village
Stellar teamwork ensures residents, families and staff had a memorable Halloween
Nov 08, 2024

Door-decorating engages Southgate Village residents and staff in Halloween fun
Contests brought out friendly competition throughout the Village
Nov 06, 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Waterloo Heights residents celebrate apple harvest by making pies
Residents also learned about apples as part of Apple Day
Oct 11, 2024

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

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

Country-and-western-themed day gets strong reception from Landmark residents
Costumes, games, entertainment and food highlight the latest 'fun day'
Oct 04, 2024

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

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

Resident making strides two months into TVNH nursing rehab program
Renie Willemsma says she is 'getting stronger every day'
Sep 27, 2024

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

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

'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

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

Carnival Day highlights August fun at Landmark
'All the smiles and laughter are what make it special'
Sep 16, 2024

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

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

Heron Terrace residents get the summer BBQ they've been craving
'Residents, family members and staff had a blast'
Sep 09, 2024

2024 Waterloo Heights garage sale sets fundraising record
This year's sale raised $870 for the Lisaard & Innisfree Hospice
Sep 06, 2024

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

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

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

'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

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

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

Heron Terrace celebrates resident's 106th birthday
Windsor mayor and legion representatives show up to honour his life
Aug 16, 2024

Twin Lakes Village embraces Olympic spirit
Sarnia seniors living community hosted Olympic-themed activities to coincide with 2024 Paris Summer Games
Aug 14, 2024

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

Trip to blueberry farm was so popular Landmark Village offered two outings
'Everyone had a blast' on excursions to Parks Blueberries
Aug 09, 2024

Heron Terrace celebrates diversity with Carousel of Nations
Annual event includes 7 days of food, games and music from different countries
Aug 07, 2024

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

Aloha! Twin Lakes Village hosts Hawaiian luau social
The annual summertime event was a big hit with residents
Jul 31, 2024

'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

Landmark Village residents engaged in falls prevention discussion
VON representatives stress the importance of exercise and keeping active
Jul 26, 2024

Lanark Heights hosts job fair to attract new talent
Team members interview almost 140 candidates for PSW and RPN positions
Jul 24, 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pizza lunch caps off Seniors' Month at Twin Lakes Village
'Residents are already asking when we can do it again'
Jul 08, 2024

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

'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

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

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

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

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

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

Trillium Villa successfully 'targets' resident engagement
Games where team members are walking bull's-eyes are upping resident participation
Jun 17, 2024

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

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

'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

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

Anti-bullying campaign embraced by Twin Lakes Terrace
Pink Shirt Day promotes LTC's community's culture of inclusion and acceptance
Jun 05, 2024

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

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

'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

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

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

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

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

'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

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

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

Making residents dreams come true, one wish at a time (Part 2)
Innovative program is granting residents' wishes at Westmount Gardens
May 08, 2024

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

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

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

Heron Terrace team helps residents experience solar eclipse
'This was an amazing experience for all'
Apr 12, 2024

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

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

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

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

Heron Terrace residents are giving 'board meetings' a new meaning
Residents are organizing their own board games and card matches
Mar 27, 2024

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

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

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

Baking contest puts Southgate residents and team members in friendly competition
Kingsville's mayor and town councillors served as contest judges
Mar 18, 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Travelling exotic-animal petting zoo returns to Lanark Village
Residents spend a day engaging with and learning about unique creatures
Feb 21, 2024

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

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

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

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

Landmark Village socials help beat the January blues
Engaging events saw large-scale participation and got residents socializing
Feb 07, 2024

'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

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

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

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

Santa Returns to Fairview Towers
The apartment building's Father Christmas entertained about 20 children during annual event
Jan 26, 2024

Westmount team embraces creativity to enhance residents' quality of life
A variety of innovative first-time events marked 2023
Jan 24, 2024

Community kindness, crafts and fun highlight Landmark Village holiday season
'It was a December full of Christmas fun'
Jan 22, 2024

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

Residents, families and staff celebrate Christmas at Village on the Thames
Dec. 18 party featured entertainment, games, refreshments and gifts
Jan 17, 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

New initiatives and community support among 2023 highlights at Twin Lakes Terrace
Recognition program, fundraisers and unique activities marked the year
Dec 18, 2023

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

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

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

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

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

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

Meet Yvon Robichaud, the Santa of S&R
Village on the Thames team member reflects on his history as Saint Nick
Dec 01, 2023

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

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

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

'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

Door-decorating contest, Halloween party highlight October at Village on the Thames
Team members collaborate to deliver meaningful events for residents
Nov 20, 2023

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

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

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

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

'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

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

Culinary program brings back Lanark Village residents' favourite foods
Every month, residents choose one resident's favourite recipe to make
Nov 03, 2023

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

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

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

Waterloo Heights raises $3,800 for local hospice
Events throughout summer helped raise money
Oct 25, 2023

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

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

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

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

'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

Heron Terrace team pulls together to complete workplace surveys
'We had fun and really felt the competitiveness throughout the home'
Oct 11, 2023

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Southgate Village celebrates Halloween with an in-house pub crawl
Fancy drinks and fancy costumes make for a memorable Oct. 31
Nov 25, 2022

Horsing around: Twin Lakes residents visit stable
A trip to Shoreside Stables was informative and interactive
Nov 23, 2022

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

Heron Terrace residents welcome trick-or-treaters who stopped by for Halloween fun
'Everyone had fun and enjoyed their goodies'
Nov 18, 2022

S&R communities pay tribute to veterans on Remembrance Day
Homes marked Nov. 11 with in-house services and outings
Nov 16, 2022

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rosewood Village boosts community support in September
Team members show support for Orange Shirt Day and Tim Hortons' Smile Cookie campaign
Oct 19, 2022

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

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

Southgate residents make fall-themed luminaries to mark the start of autumn
'They turned out really well; even staff participated'
Oct 12, 2022

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

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

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

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

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

New 3-in-1 game engaging Twin Lakes residents
Versatile game has something for everyone
Sep 26, 2022

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

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

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

Southgate Village gets a beach makeover
Theme day celebrated summer with food, beachwear and even a pool
Sep 16, 2022

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ping pong game takes off at Village on the Thames
Engaging game has become a weekly activity with growing participation
Aug 29, 2022

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

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

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

Landmark team working hard during outbreak to keep spirits high
'The staff here is doing an amazing job'
Aug 19, 2022

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

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

Twin Lakes Village residents enjoying friendship with local chipmunk
'Chippy' has been stopping by throughout summer to grab a snack
Aug 12, 2022

Southgate candle-making program leaves residents asking for more
'All the residents are already talking about attending the next session'
Aug 10, 2022

Landmark Village resident gets her wings
Liza Vermeulen takes a tour of the sky around Sarnia with her pilot grandson
Aug 08, 2022

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

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

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

Creative Twin Lakes team members treat residents to Jell-O turtles
'The residents were all smiles and just loved them'
Jul 27, 2022

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

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

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

Waterloo Heights becomes a cruise ship for a day
Residents were treated to a day of fine food and entertainment
Jul 18, 2022

Lanark Heights gets into barbecue mode
Residents are being treated to regular cookouts until August
Jul 15, 2022

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

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

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

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

Fun, fundraising and food mark Landmark casino day
'The whole day was a great success'
Jul 04, 2022

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

S&R communities honour World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Landmark Village and the Village on the Thames mark day with events
Jun 27, 2022

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

Rosewood Village toasts dads with Father's Day barbecue and car show
'The men really enjoyed their day'
Jun 22, 2022

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

Landmark Village has a karaoke comeback
Fan-favourite music program returns after a hiatus
Jun 17, 2022

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

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

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

Lanark Heights celebrates Victoria Day with a party
'Residents are enjoying getting back to more special events'
Jun 08, 2022

Southgate honours mothers with special tea party
'It was nice to finally get all the girls together for dessert and entertainment'
Jun 06, 2022

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

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

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

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

Landmark Village transformed into clothing boutique
Residents enjoy an afternoon of shopping without having to leave home
May 25, 2022

Twin Lakes residents enjoy first bus trip of 2022
Residents had 'a ton of fun' on trip around Lambton County
May 20, 2022

Westmount Gardens residents help maintain local butterfly population
Painted lady butterflies were released May 9
May 18, 2022

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

Dietary team brings fiesta to Afton Park residents
Food and fun marks Cinco de Mayo
May 13, 2022

S&R golf tournament returns June 4
Organization is thanking sponsors for their help making the event possible
May 11, 2022

Twin Lakes Village celebrates Moms
Tea and fancy biscuits are served during early Mother's Day celebration
May 09, 2022

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

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

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

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

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

Easter bunny makes surprise visit to Southgate Village residents
Smiles and laughter from residents ushers in long weekend
Apr 25, 2022

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

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

DROM program drumming up excitement at Westmount Gardens
'It's a great way to become engaged and express yourself'
Apr 13, 2022

Caribbean week brings warm weather to Village on the Thames
Themed week marked by fun, food and cocktails
Apr 11, 2022

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

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

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

Job fair a 'successful day' for S&R
Representatives got to meet many interested job seekers during the March 15 event
Apr 01, 2022

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

‘Fur creatures’ dance their way into residents’ hearts
Dancing stuffed animals are getting attention at the Village on the Thames
Mar 02, 2022

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

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

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

Afton Park marks Valentine's Day with 3 special meals for residents
'Residents commented that we exceeded their expectations'
Feb 18, 2022

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Heron Terrace residents treated to Christmas parade
A Clydesdale horse and buggy was centre stage at Dec. 15 event
Jan 24, 2022

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Waterloo Heights team collaborates to provide residents a memorable Christmas dinner
‘It was a beautiful night’
Jan 05, 2022

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

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

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

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

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

Holiday season kicks off at Landmark Village
Christmas shirts, a photo booth and lots of decorations mark the start of festivities
Dec 10, 2021

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

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

Great food, music and glamour mark Waterloo Heights Black Tie Night
‘The residents looked so fantastic’
Dec 03, 2021

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

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

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

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

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

Lanark Heights celebrates South Asian culture
Residents enjoy a Diwali festival and lots of traditional food
Nov 19, 2021

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

Team members turn Landmark Village activity room into a haunted house
Collaboration creates a ‘spooktacular’ Halloween for residents
Nov 15, 2021

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

Westmount residents tapping into their creativity with recent crafts
Halloween and autumn inspire recent projects
Nov 10, 2021

S&R dietary teams showcase their creativity with fall-themed desserts
Cooks shared photos of their creations during a virtual seminar
Nov 08, 2021

Halloween returns to Fairview Towers
‘It makes us all feel good that we are able to give back’
Nov 05, 2021

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

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

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

Westmount Gardens residents have a picture-perfect Grandparents Day
Life enrichment workers organize a special picture day to celebrate grandparents
Oct 27, 2021

Westmount Gardens Thanksgiving highlighted by pumpkin pie social
Event featured live entertainment and, of course, pumpkin pie
Oct 25, 2021

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

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

German food and Chicken Dance highlight Waterloo Heights Oktoberfest celebration
Residents and team members celebrate famed Bavarian beer festival
Oct 18, 2021

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

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

Landmark Village team organizes Oktoberfest for residents
Beer, Alpine hats and music mark celebration of Bavarian culture
Oct 08, 2021

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

Afton Park residents’ pizza-party wish is granted
‘Taking the time to listen to our residents truly pays off’
Oct 04, 2021

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

Knit and Chatter group resumes at Landmark Village
Residents are working on a knitting project called ‘worry worms’
Sep 29, 2021

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

Rosewood Village residents spend memorable afternoon at a ranch
‘There is one resident who is still talking about it’
Sep 24, 2021

Drumming class providing Landmark Village residents with a unique way to exercise
Residents are dancing in their seats
Sep 22, 2021

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

Lanark Heights resident’s patio party dream comes true
John Schmidt helped plan the event, which featured music, dancing and refreshments
Sep 17, 2021

Waterloo Heights goes ‘under the sea’ for boat-cruise party
Event raises more than $100 for local hospice
Sep 15, 2021

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

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

Residents get new raised flower beds ready at Westmount Gardens
Old washtubs have been converted to decorative flower boxes
Sep 08, 2021

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

Landmark Village resident couple renews vows on 75th anniversary
Team members organized a memorable event for Bill and Fran Abbott
Sep 01, 2021

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

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

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

Landmark Village residents ‘blossom’ with new program
Making tissue-paper flowers has been beneficial for residents in many ways
Aug 23, 2021

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