Waterloo Heights residents visited by two Easter bunnies
Activity director Jacqui Reid’s pet rabbit and team member Bonnie Rice, dressed in a bunny costume, helped make Easter special
Apr 14, 2021

March marks a busy month at Twin Lakes Village
Vaccinations, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and Balloon Buddies among the highlights
Apr 12, 2021

Community kindness helps St. Andrew’s residents enjoy special meals
After a Christmas fundraiser to buy residents a holiday meal surpassed its goal, residents were treated to a second takeout meal
Apr 09, 2021

Clay sculpting comes to Westmount Gardens
Residents tap into their creativity with an innovative program
Apr 07, 2021

Shelter offers comfortable window visits for Westmount Gardens families year-round
A new gazebo-like structure provides protection from all the elements
Mar 31, 2021

Beer-tasting event marks Afton Park St. Patrick’s Day
Team members hosted a safe, fun event for residents on March 17
Mar 29, 2021

Heron Terrace celebrates team members on St. Patrick’s Day
Team members enjoyed a staff appreciation barbecue to thank them for their hard work
Mar 26, 2021

How a stuffed mouse makes every holiday special at St. Andrew’s Terrace
Resident Tina Gray most recently decorated the mouse for St. Patrick’s Day
Mar 24, 2021

Westmount Gardens residents receive both doses of COVID-19 vaccine
‘There is excitement and a sense that there is a light at the end of the tunnel’
Mar 22, 2021

Westmount Gardens team goes all-out to make St. Patrick’s Day special for residents
Residents were treated to special lunch and lots of treats on March 17
Mar 19, 2021

Southgate Village helps resident couple celebrate 69th anniversary
Hector and Carabel Ringrose treated to a fancy meal with champagne on their special day
Mar 17, 2021

Heron Terrace residents pay it forward to the bird community
On Feed the Birds Day, residents made special feeders to help nourish birds during the cold month of February
Mar 15, 2021

Even with safety restrictions in place, Landmark residents still enjoy bingo
Fun co-ordinator’s creative thinking allows a resident-favourite activity to continue
Mar 12, 2021

Westmount Gardens celebrates International Women’s Day
‘This was certainly a fun, feel-good program for the ladies who participated’
Mar 10, 2021

Window visiting continues popularity at Heron Terrace
Family members speak to the value these visits bring to them and their loved ones
Mar 08, 2021

Weekly games help keep Landmark Village team members’ spirits high
‘The winner gets a prize, but the main focus is getting everyone involved, and it's great to hear and see staff enjoying it’
Mar 05, 2021

Waterloo Heights Olympic-style competition engages residents and team members
‘The residents and staff all participated, and the competition was high’
Mar 03, 2021

St. Andrew’s residents ring in 2021 with safe wine-and-cheese event
Residents’ council sponsors annual celebration
Mar 01, 2021

Christmas creativity flourishes at Westmount Gardens during holidays
Window and door decorating were big hits with residents and team members
Feb 26, 2021

Heron Terrace info sessions helped answer questions about COVID vaccination
‘This was a wonderful opportunity to share fact-based information’
Feb 24, 2021

Afton Park residents receive first dose of Moderna vaccine
116 residents and 10 team members immunized against COVID-19
Feb 22, 2021

S&R home office team members were ‘Santa and his elves’ at Trillium Villa
Team members personally dropped off gifts for staff members’ children and grandchildren just before Christmas
Feb 19, 2021

Landmark Village residents ring in 2021 with luxurious New Year’s Eve dinner
Team members collaborate to create a safe event that has become a favourite yearly tradition
Feb 17, 2021

Every Thursday is Valentine’s Day at St. Andrew’s Terrace
Residents and team members have been making the most of the season of love
Feb 12, 2021

Waterloo Heights gearing up for Valentine’s week
Residents and team members will be sharing marriage and dating advice throughout the week
Feb 10, 2021

Lunchtime carolling was a big hit during Landmark Village’s 12 days of Christmas
‘It has become rewarding, seeing the residents smile and clap’
Feb 08, 2021

Westmount resident proudly accepts Special Service Medal on behalf of her husband
Lois Hance was both happy and surprised when she received the medal late last year
Feb 05, 2021

Lanark Village resident inspires new street signs
Thanks to Derick Haywood and executive director, Bradley Lukas, finding Lanark Village has become easier
Feb 03, 2021

Landmark Village Christmas party brings team together for some end-of-year fun
Social committee’s work fundraising all year helped make the event successful
Feb 01, 2021

Trillium Villa resident gets first COVID-19 vaccination from Lambton Public Health
Valerie Verberg, along with other residents of the Sarnia LTC community, received the Moderna vaccine Jan. 26
Jan 29, 2021

Balloon Buddies brighten Rosewood Village residents’ day
A donation from Baskits & Balloon Decor ‘brought much happiness and smiles throughout the building to all residents and staff’
Jan 27, 2021

Afton Park team collaborates to deliver residents a merry Christmas
‘To this day, our residents are still talking about how lovely and important we made them feel on Christmas Day’
Jan 25, 2021

With safety top of mind, Landmark Village residents enjoy a Christmas party
‘We held one big one for all residents in our dining area, allowing for everyone to social distance and still enjoy some Christmas fun’
Jan 22, 2021

Great food and fun highlight Lanark Heights’ Christmas and new year’s celebrations
With safety protocols in effect, team members were able to help residents make the most of the holidays
Jan 20, 2021

Family members and Twin Lakes team organize surprise birthday parade for resident
Lexie Scott says she had her ‘best birthday ever’
Jan 18, 2021

Heron Terrace creates memorable Christmas for residents during a challenging time
Gifts, music and safe Santa visits helped spread holiday joy
Jan 15, 2021

Lanark Village residents treated to a taste of Trinidad at Christmas
Culinary manager Sharon Chase prepared a traditional rum cake for residents to enjoy
Jan 13, 2021

Property Management division treats Kenwick Place residents to special gifts
With the annual luncheon cancelled, team members still wanted to show their appreciation at Christmas
Jan 11, 2021

Waterloo Heights team keeps holiday spirit high with activities
The pandemic has separated residents and their families, so team members worked hard to make the holiday season memorable
Jan 08, 2021

‘Crazy hat day’ brings smiles to Landmark residents, and that was the plan
‘We wanted to show that even in harder times we are still having fun and creating laughter’
Jan 06, 2021

Heron Terrace team receives COVID-19 vaccine
‘We are doing our part to ensure the safety of the ones we live with and care for each and every day’
Jan 04, 2021

Village on the St. Clair team member transforms pub room into a ‘winter wonderland’
‘Her creativity has amazed the residents and they are commenting daily on how beautiful the room looks’
Dec 23, 2020

Landmark Village resident Bruce Murray gets the royal treatment for his 100th birthday
‘It was a wonderful surprise for Bruce, and a well-deserved one’
Dec 21, 2020

Rosewood Village is once again ‘adopting’ a family this Christmas
‘We have so much fun doing this each year because it brings so much joy in our home for employees and residents’
Dec 18, 2020

S&R Property Management division makes large donation of goods to charity
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul received household items, food, toys and pet food the team collected
Dec 16, 2020

Residents, staff show support for Village on the St. Clair in-house Christmas bazaar
By making some changes, the annual fundraiser for the Village’s residents’ council was able to carry on
Dec 14, 2020

Rosewood Village team Christmas party ‘a great success’
Fun, food and the Christmas spirit were the ingredients that made for a memorable team event
Dec 11, 2020

Landmark Village using creative fundraising ideas this holiday season
Door-decorating and wall bingo are among the ways residents and team members are raising money
Dec 09, 2020

Lanark Heights resident veteran honoured with certificate for her service
Lila Stagg served as a chef in the RCAF during the Second World War
Dec 07, 2020

Keeping Westmount residents and families connected during the pandemic has been key to happiness
Team members from all departments credited for maintaining a high quality of life for residents during a challenging time
Dec 04, 2020

Theme Thursdays have been keeping spirits high at St. Andrew’s Terrace
‘It’s simple, it’s fun and anyone can participate – residents and staff from all departments’
Dec 02, 2020

Mitten Tree returns to Landmark Village
There has been increased need this year for the knitted items residents make, says team member Brent Hart
Nov 30, 2020

Waterloo Heights hosts a night on the town without leaving home
The annual Black Tie Night, which followed safety protocols, was a big hit with residents
Nov 27, 2020

Lanark Heights celebrates Diwali
Celebration of the Indian festival of lights was engaging for both residents and team members
Nov 25, 2020

Love of music brings St. Andrew’s Terrace residents together
The life enrichment team created musical activities aimed at younger residents and Portuguese-speaking residents
Nov 23, 2020

Heron Terrace Remembrance Day service brings ‘shared emotion’ for residents and staff
‘It was such an amazing service that was personalized for our veterans, as we are honoured they live with us’
Nov 20, 2020

S&R announces eight recipients of annual scholarship
Due to the high number and quality of applications, S&R added two additional $500 scholarships this year
Nov 18, 2020

Lanark Heights pays tribute to veterans on Remembrance Day
Residents from each neighbourhood honours veterans
Nov 16, 2020

Waterloo Heights residents share advice to get through challenging times
‘Advice is timeless, no matter what is happening in the world, these shared words can have a significant impact on an individual’
Nov 13, 2020

Costume-clad pups visit Rosewood Village for Halloween
Team members brought their dogs in to spend a memorable afternoon with residents
Nov 11, 2020

Waterloo Heights brings Oktoberfest to residents
Team members organize a safe celebration of the famous German festival
Nov 09, 2020

Landmark Village residents treated to an in-house Tim Hortons day
Team members were inspired after reading an S&R Today story about a Timmies drive-thru at Rosewood Village
Nov 06, 2020

Pumpkin patch highlights the spirit of the season at Lanark Village
Team members have created a decorative display that has been a source of pride for everyone
Nov 04, 2020

Lanark Heights raises more than $1,000 for Parkinson Society
Residents and team members participate in the charity’s Walk the Block for Parkinson’s event
Nov 02, 2020

REMINDER: Deadline for S&R Health Care Scholarship is Nov. 3
S&R is offering scholarships up to $3,000 for Lambton County students pursuing health-care careers
Oct 30, 2020

Thanksgiving tree underscores the importance of resident-centred long-term care
Heron Terrace residents lead the way designing colourful decoration of gratitude
Oct 28, 2020

Administrators reflect on their team members coming together during pandemic
S&R LTC teams have been cohesive, resilient and resident-focused, administrators say
Oct 26, 2020

Lanark Heights team helps resident celebrate 103th birthday
Although a birthday party was not possible, Mary St. Cyr was still provided with a memorable day
Oct 23, 2020

Local trumpet player performs outdoors for Heron Terrace residents
‘The idea was to provide some nice musical entertainment and to bring them some joy during this pandemic’
Oct 21, 2020

Waterloo Heights celebrates all things apple
Lunchtime on Sept. 28 was filled with outdoor entertainment and lots of apples
Oct 19, 2020

Westmount supports team member’s charity run, $2,175 raised
Rick Luiting ran 10 km to raise funds for Cassie and Friends Society
Oct 16, 2020

Family, staff and community collaboration delivers a memorable 100th birthday to Westmount resident
A large parade and a brass band help Coral Poole celebrate milestone birthday
Oct 14, 2020

Lanark Heights celebrates residents’ council and grandparents with food-filled week
Each day residents were treated to a special surprise from the travelling food cart
Oct 09, 2020

Rosewood Village creates Tim Hortons drive-thru for residents
‘A round of applause to the Rosewood employees for this wonderful idea’
Oct 07, 2020

Thirsty Thursdays have been a huge success at Southgate since the pandemic began
Residents are enjoying a new cocktail every week, and the in-house mixologists have learned a new skill
Oct 05, 2020

Country Western Day carries on at Waterloo Heights
With safety protocols in effect, residents were able to enjoy annual event
Oct 02, 2020

FaceTime brings representatives from two LTC homes’ residents’ councils together
Residents from Westmount Gardens and Henley Place share their thoughts and experiences during pandemic
Sep 30, 2020

Lanark Heights manager cites relationship building and creative environment as highlights of new position
Melissa Abdul says her new job has helped her tap into her strengths
Sep 28, 2020

Westmount Gardens resident enjoys a family outing, thanks to new ministry directive
Joanne Nuyten becomes the first Westmount resident to have a short-stay visit outside the home since the pandemic began
Sep 25, 2020

S&R communities embrace creativity to deliver meaningful programming during pandemic
Team members have been effectively balancing safety with fun
Sep 23, 2020

Lanark Heights manager discusses her career choice and starting a new job during a pandemic
‘I’ve done a lot in health care in general, but long-term care seems to be my purpose,’ says acting life enrichment manager Melissa Abdul
Sep 21, 2020

Westmount resident walks to raise money for charity supporting cancer patients
Paul McPherson, 85, has so far raised $1,500 for Wellspring London and Region
Sep 18, 2020

New fun co-coordinator enjoys being creative at Twin Lakes Village
Kaylene Hagen says she sees the positive difference activities make in residents’ lives
Sep 16, 2020

Lanark Heights Carnival Day celebrates end of summer
Food, games and lots of laughs marked the special event
Sep 14, 2020

Bingo returns to Village on the Thames, thanks to two team members’ initiative
Tuela Lawson and Brenda Shaw are applauded for stepping in to fill a gap in programming
Sep 11, 2020

Landmark Village residents create door posters in a safe environment
By modifying programs to meet safety standards, residents can still enjoy many of their favourite activities
Sep 09, 2020

S&R Health Care Scholarship drive kicks off for 11th straight year
Scholarships up to $3,000 are possible this year for students across Lambton County pursuing health-care careers
Sep 04, 2020

Tropical Day provides memorable staycation for Lanark Heights residents
‘It was the talk of the home’
Sep 02, 2020

Working at Westmount Gardens has brought Deb Lines back to her ‘roots’
‘I love being back with the residents, and I am with a great life enrichment team as well’
Aug 31, 2020

Twin Lakes residents take virtual trip to Hawaii
Team members design a creative program that delivered a safe, fun and educational experience
Aug 28, 2020

Lanark Heights residents and team members celebrate Eid al-Adha
‘We have such a multicultural group of residents and team members here, and we like to celebrate that’
Aug 26, 2020

Westmount residents have adjusted well to changes in recent months, manager says
‘Their lives as a whole inside the home have been disrupted, but they’ve done a remarkable job,’ says Deb Lines
Aug 24, 2020

Trillium Villa recognizes long-time team members with Service Award Selfies
13 team members honoured for their years of dedication
Aug 21, 2020

Waterloo Heights residents are enjoying weekly outdoor concerts
‘It’s been a great way to do singalongs and get the residents dancing from their balconies’
Aug 19, 2020

Deadline to submit S&R scholarship applications is Aug. 21
For the 10th straight year, S&R is awarding six $500 scholarships to children and grandchildren of team members
Aug 17, 2020

Much-loved bingo comes back to Landmark Village with safety protocols in effect
‘We’re modifying activities so we can still have fun safely’
Aug 14, 2020

Shell employees spread cheer at the Village on the St. Clair
As part of Shell’s Fuelling Kindness initiative, the employees brought carnations for everyone and created inspiring chalk art
Aug 12, 2020

Efforts from Rosewood families and staff have made coping with pandemic easier for residents
From window visits to video calls to safe activities, residents have been able to stay in touch with their loved ones and have been keeping busy
Aug 10, 2020

Heron Terrace transforms family apartment into lounge for safe visitation
The new lounge has been ‘full of laughter, lots of conversation, smiles and some happy tears’
Aug 07, 2020

Westmount Gardens honours resident Jean Smith on her 104th birthday
‘Jean’s birthday drew us all together as a big family’
Aug 05, 2020

S&R scholarship applications due Aug. 21
For the 10th straight year, six $500 scholarships are being offered to children and grandchildren of S&R team members
Jul 31, 2020

A new program idea ‘blossoms’ at St. Andrew’s Terrace
Volunteer co-ordinator Deana Vellenga hopes to create self-guided garden museum in the home’s refurbished courtyards
Jul 29, 2020

Rosewood celebrates resident’s 100th birthday; family says thank you by donating an iPad
Lillian Price was treated to a parade on her special day
Jul 27, 2020

Outdoor visits have been a hit for Westmount Gardens residents and families
Staff created a special patio with an awning so residents and families can have safe outdoor time together
Jul 24, 2020

Rotary Club donates 500 face shields to Trillium Villa team
Staff is grateful for the support from the Rotary Club and others in the community since the global pandemic began
Jul 22, 2020

Heron Terrace monument honours team members for their dedication during pandemic
Wall of Gratitude, Fame and Growth features photos of ‘superhero’ team members alongside family members’ kind words for them
Jul 20, 2020

A 221 Queen team member wanted a cape to match her mask. She got two
Fairview Towers and 2 Quebec teams match ‘Super Nancy’ Koehmstedt’s humour with some of their own
Jul 17, 2020

Westmount Gardens treated to a ‘berry’ generous donation
Resident couple’s son, who owns a local berry farm, provided many boxes of strawberries for residents and staff to enjoy
Jul 15, 2020

Residents, RCAs help beautify St. Andrew’s Terrace courtyards
Project described as ‘a great opportunity’ for meaningful programming for residents
Jul 13, 2020

Resident, community, family support is helping Village on the St. Clair get through pandemic
The Sarnia seniors living community is thanking everyone for their kindness and understanding
Jul 10, 2020

Heron Terrace team works together to create modified programs for residents
With regular programming cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, team members have tapped into their creativity to develop activities that mee
Jul 08, 2020

Westmount Gardens included in citywide classic-car parade
‘It really warmed our spirits’
Jul 06, 2020

St. Andrew’s Terrace team members receive 2,520 K-cups from Nestlé
Donation will provide lots of coffee to team members
Jul 03, 2020

RCAs commended by Lanark Heights for their help during pandemic
‘We are tremendously thankful for all they did for the residents’
Jun 29, 2020

Fire department honours retired firefighter, a Westmount Gardens resident, with parade
Paul McPherson had a distinguished career with the fire department, and local firefighters wanted to acknowledge him with a special event
Jun 26, 2020

The Waterloo Heights team is tapping into their creativity to keep spirits high – and it’s working
From outdoor dance parties to hallway bingo, residents continue to enjoy a high quality of life while maintaining safety protocols during pandemic
Jun 24, 2020

Afton Park turns gigantic rhubarb plant into many rhubarb pies
Residents, along with the food services and life enrichment departments, worked together to make this special dessert
Jun 22, 2020

Heron Terrace resident Barbara Root’s persistence has been key to improving her mobility
‘Barb is really happy with how far she has come’
Jun 19, 2020

Community support helping Westmount Gardens stay strong during pandemic
‘We have been the recipients of many kind gestures, for sure’
Jun 17, 2020

Southgate Village resident delivers speech thanking staff for keeping everyone safe during pandemic
While the COVID-19 crisis has presented uncertainty, Ann Fulton says team members have been a source of reassurance
Jun 15, 2020

Afton Park helps two resident couples celebrate their anniversaries
Despite restrictions due to the pandemic, team members helped Steve and Cindy MacDougall and Wes and Carol Bergman celebrate their marriages
Jun 12, 2020

S&R is inviting children, grandchildren of staff to apply for one of six $500 scholarships
For 10th straight year, these scholarships will be awarded to students 25 and under studying at approved programs at accredited post-secondary institu
Jun 10, 2020

Westmount Gardens resident gets a surprise bagpipe performance at her window
June McCanghen was so impressed with her son-in-law’s bagpipe playing she even did a little jig
Jun 08, 2020

Community, vendor, family support is helping Heron Terrace through challenging time
‘To see that people are behind us means a lot’
Jun 05, 2020

Rosewood resident turns 100, community parade turns up to help her celebrate
‘Well, isn’t this just so wonderful, all these people,’ Lillian Price says of the 50-plus cars and their occupants who drove by to wish her well
Jun 03, 2020

Village on the St. Clair residents reach out to families with touching slide show
Residents hold personalized messages to their loved ones in a PowerPoint presentation accompanied by famous Stevie Wonder song
Jun 01, 2020

With restrictions in place, Lanark Heights embraces creativity to keep residents busy
From playing bingo to celebrating Mother’s Day, team members have been finding ways to keep things interesting
May 29, 2020

Westmount Gardens has spent the last month and a half celebrating team members
Managers adapted National Nursing Week to include all team members and have hosted events and activities to honour them since early April
May 27, 2020

Twin Lakes team members and their ears are thanking Joy Windsor
Resident crocheted 200-plus bands to relieve pressure on ears from face masks
May 25, 2020

Lanark Village team member’s children make drawings for 91 residents
‘Our hearts were filled with warmth, and our residents were so very happy to receive the gesture’
May 22, 2020

Westmount Gardens creates Gratitude Wall to celebrate team members
Residents, families and staff can leave messages acknowledging the hard work everyone is undertaking during the global pandemic
May 20, 2020

Family members treat the Waterloo Heights team to a pizza lunch
‘It was the nicest surprise and we felt so appreciated’
May 15, 2020

PSW’s hairstyling skills are keeping Heron Terrace residents looking their best
With the regular hairdresser unable to visit the home due to safety protocols, Moya Al Haindawi, who has a background in hairdressing, has been cuttin
May 13, 2020

Afton team members treated to healthy meals to thank them for hard work
86 meals from Freshii were provided to staff recently. This is one of many ways managers have been showing their appreciation during the ongoing pande
May 11, 2020

Team member’s ingenuity has been ‘easy on the ears’ at Lanark Village
People were finding the straps from face masks were making their ears sore, so Lisa Irwin created special crocheted attachments that solved the proble
May 08, 2020

Residents’ family members rally support for Heron Terrace team
The loved ones of residents have been showing solidarity with Windsor LTC home during COVID-19 outbreak
May 06, 2020

Resident receives a happy surprise outside her window at Westmount Gardens
Marilyn Lefcoe was expecting her daughters to be there but didn’t know her granddaughter would be with them
May 04, 2020

Support from families is brightening days at Rosewood Village
Families have been sending some much appreciated treats to team members to keep spirits high during global pandemic
May 01, 2020

S&R applauding WRH and Essex-Windsor EMS for successful transfer of COVID-19-positive LTC residents to field site
This move will help ensure the residents have access to specialized care related to COVID-19 infection
Apr 29, 2020

Residents’ families support Afton Park residents and staff with parade
‘We had no idea what was happening, and then we looked and waved. It was great to see,’ said one resident
Apr 27, 2020

Village on the St. Clair was ‘hopping’ at Easter
Team members put on bunny ears and tails and danced down the halls. The residents loved it
Apr 24, 2020

Heron Terrace resident enjoys a virtual birthday party with his family
Relatives from across Ontario join a video chat to wish Dan Czuchnowsky well on his special day
Apr 22, 2020

Ted the Bear pops by Westmount Gardens to keep spirits high
From outside the home, Donald Clark, dressed in his bear costume, shows support for residents and staff
Apr 20, 2020

Families use their creativity to ‘visit’ Heron Terrace residents
Amid COVID-19 pandemic, residents are having meaningful communication with their families while adhering to safety protocols
Apr 17, 2020

Zoom calls keeping Rosewood Village residents connected to their families
Although the COVID-19 pandemic is restricting in-house visits, modern technology is keeping residents and their loved ones in touch
Apr 15, 2020

Food and fun keeping spirits high at Trillium Villa
Residents and team members have been enjoying some creative themed meals lately
Apr 08, 2020

‘It’s times like these that I am reminded that we are all here for a greater purpose’
S&R team members praised for their hard work and dedication during pandemic
Apr 06, 2020

Kitchener Domino’s gives free pizzas to Lanark Heights team
Pizza shop employees wanted to thank team members for the care they’re providing residents during pandemic
Apr 03, 2020

Elvis helps inspire Heron Terrace resident in nursing rehab program
Blue Suede Shoes gets Paulette Newman toe tapping and knee bending
Apr 01, 2020

Team spreads St. Patrick’s Day cheer to Westmount Gardens residents
Safety protocols were in place, but team members were still able to deliver residents a memorable celebration of all that is Irish
Mar 30, 2020

Innovative ideas are keeping Lanark Heights residents connected with families during pandemic
Team members are working hard to make sure everyone is staying in touch through video chatting
Mar 27, 2020

Team gets creative to keep spirits high at Westmount Gardens during pandemic
Staff members are thinking outside the box to put smiles on residents’ faces while adhering to important safety guidelines
Mar 25, 2020

Nursing rehab program has helped Heron Terrace resident move his legs again, 13 months after fall
Jeff Jenkins says he plans to continue working with the nursing rehab team and physio assistants. His next goal is to stand
Mar 23, 2020

Afton Park residents raise money for Pathways, Salvation Army and Lunches for Learning
The Community Projects Club has come up with creative ideas to raise money
Mar 20, 2020

Westmount Gardens uses Valentine’s Day to celebrate both couples and veterans
The Feb. 14 event even included a visit from Miss Teenage London
Mar 18, 2020

Afton Park building on its Montessori programming
Team members from several departments have been participating in educational programs to learn more about creating programming and applying interventi
Mar 16, 2020

Monday is the deadline for Quest for Success nominations
Team members are encouraged to nominate their colleagues in four areas of excellence
Mar 13, 2020

Heron Terrace residents provide university students with ‘teachable moment’
Resident focus group changes the direction of a project students are working on to create programming for seniors
Mar 11, 2020

Afton Park residents are still talking about their Valentine’s dessert buffet
Food services team creates a variety of mouth-watering desserts that were presented in five-star resort fashion
Mar 09, 2020

Twin Lakes Village hosts party to celebrate residents and team members
The event honoured everyone who makes the Sarnia seniors living community a great place to live and work
Mar 06, 2020

Harley the dog gets new shirt sporting Rosewood Village emblem
Fun co-ordinator Bev James was inspired to make her dog his own ‘work shirt’
Mar 04, 2020

One of Heron Terrace’s key strengths is its talented volunteer base
Heron Terrace’s volunteers provide residents with a variety of quality programming
Mar 02, 2020

Quest for Success: S&R wants to know about your outstanding volunteers
Volunteer Recognition Award nominations can be submitted until March 15
Feb 28, 2020

Fine dining and entertainment mark Landmark Village Valentine’s Day
Second annual couples’ dinner helped 10 resident couples celebrate their love
Feb 26, 2020

Waterloo Heights sets new fundraising record in 2019
Residents and staff raised a whopping $4,266 through fundraising initiatives to help support the local Parkinson Society
Feb 24, 2020

Residents enjoy a top-notch Italian meal at Trillium Villa Valentine’s celebration
Dietary team members collaborate to create memorable dinner
Feb 21, 2020

Quest for Success: Who are the quality improvement leaders in your S&R community?
S&R looking for nominations for 2020 Quality Improvement Award
Feb 19, 2020

Heron Terrace cook Pascal Tenthorey lauded for his resident-centred approach
‘I am very fortunate to have Pascal on my team because he is such a great worker’
Feb 14, 2020

Heron Terrace has helped reunite four couples since September
Helping reunite spouses in LTC is one way Heron Terrace works to enhance the quality of life for residents
Feb 12, 2020

S&R looking for team members who’ve shown commitment to their communities, helping others
Nominations are being accepted for the annual Community Service Award
Feb 10, 2020

S&R LTC communities launch innovative way for residents, families to complete surveys
Questionnaires completed at iPad stands will help S&R continuously enhance residents’ experience
Feb 07, 2020

Students create farm mural for new Afton Park Montessori program
Since many residents come farm farming backgrounds, this is the perfect theme to help them reminisce, says life enrichment manager
Feb 05, 2020

‘We are a family within a family here’
Heron Terrace administrator Amy Sworik says great outcomes can happen when residents, their loved ones and team members collaborate
Feb 03, 2020

S&R wants to hear about your colleagues who go ‘above and beyond’
Team members across the organization are encouraged to nominate their outstanding co-workers for the Above and Beyond Award before March 15
Jan 31, 2020

Residents from S&R’s 7 LTC communities get rockin’ for music video contest
The videos encouraged resident collaboration, creativity and a whole lot of fun
Jan 29, 2020

Landmark Village ‘mitten tree’ helps support Salvation Army with clothing and food donation
Nearly all the mittens and hats donated were made by Landmark knitting group
Jan 27, 2020

S&R’s annual Awards Celebration is April 16. Have you made your nomination?
Outstanding team members and groups can be nominated in 4 categories
Jan 24, 2020

There's a new, creative way to help Heron Terrace residents celebrate birthdays
When a resident has an upcoming birthday, they can choose from a customized menu
Jan 22, 2020

St. Andrew’s Terrace receives 5th Readers’ Choice award
Administrator Mark Van Dyke credits the honour to team members and volunteers who make a positive impact on the local community
Jan 20, 2020

A ‘superhero’ effort helps S&R earn honours for best commercial float at Sarnia Christmas parade
S&R float entry featured a creative array of comic-book superheroes
Jan 17, 2020

Lanark Heights’ RPN shadowing initiative is helping maximize talent
Two team members, Tintu Thomas and Eunse Kim, are examples of the program’s success
Jan 15, 2020

Rosewood Village helps support young family through Salvation Army initiative
Residents, families and team members collected a ‘huge amount’ of clothing, toys and other items
Jan 13, 2020

Santa makes a stop at Fairview Towers
Annual tradition builds a strong sense of community at Kitchener apartment building
Jan 10, 2020

Afton team members support resident’s talent for making jewelry
Susan Goulding sold her creations during the annual Afton Park Christmas bazaar
Jan 08, 2020

S&R communities score big with fundraising in 2019
Team members embrace an important part of the S&R culture
Jan 06, 2020

Lanark Heights engages residents in team member’s baby shower
Games and reminiscing mark party held in honour of quality co-ordinator Tintu Thomas
Jan 03, 2020

Happy holidays to everyone!
S&R Today will resume publication on Friday, Jan. 3
Dec 23, 2019

Second seafood luncheon a big hit with Village on the Thames residents
Lobster-roll sliders, Manhattan clam chowder and soft-shell crabs were featured at the second seafood-themed Chef’s Table
Dec 20, 2019

S&R seniors living division hosts pyjama party for team members
Villages get together for an evening of fun, food and games
Dec 18, 2019

Teamwork among many stakeholders ensured St. Andrew’s bazaar’s success
Residents, volunteers, families, vendors and staff helped raise record-breaking funds that will support the LTC home’s residents’ council
Dec 16, 2019

Waterloo Heights Christmas bazaar raises $535 for Parkinson Society
‘We had a lot of shoppers and a lot of fun’
Dec 13, 2019

Westmount Gardens is using aromatherapy to enhance quality of life for residents
15 team members have received training on the assessment and production of aromatherapy products for LTC residents
Dec 11, 2019

Christmas bazaar sets a whopping fundraising record at St. Andrew’s Terrace
The annual event raised $8,882, which will be donated to the residents’ council to support activities and enhancing residents’ quality of life
Dec 09, 2019

Southgate Village creates banner in honour of Kingsville’s veterans
The banner was one of many placed on lampposts in town as part of the Salute to Veterans initiative
Dec 06, 2019

Heron Terrace team members literally lining up to get their flu shot
Windsor LTC community’s administrator arrives at work to find eager staff waiting to be vaccinated
Dec 04, 2019

Rosewood Village veteran proudly attends Remembrance Day service in Sarnia
John Mills, 96, never misses the annual ceremony at the Sarnia Cenotaph
Dec 02, 2019

S&R seniors living communities make the most of Halloween
Residents, team members and even some dogs got into the spirit of the day
Nov 29, 2019

Lanark Village apple-pie fundraiser nets more than $1,600 to support worthy causes
‘This is once again another amazing example of how Lanark supports the Steeves & Rozema commitment to ‘creating communities that are good for life’
Nov 27, 2019

Annual Halloween parade brings children to Heron Terrace
For the past three Halloweens, children have been coming to the LTC community for treats before attending an event at a nearby church
Nov 25, 2019

Trillium Villa team takes first place at Sysco Cook’s Day recipe challenge
Dietary team members created their watermelon cupcakes during annual contest
Nov 22, 2019

‘If there is a 2019 Award for Excellence, we nominate Twin Lakes’ Oakwood branch’
Family of former resident reaches out to praise team members for the care they provided their mother
Nov 20, 2019

Games and costume parade make for a happy Halloween at Lanark Heights
Residents and team members engaged in celebration of all things spooky
Nov 18, 2019

Resident group proving to be helpful addition to Afton Park kitchen
‘Their smiles and enthusiasm is contagious’
Nov 15, 2019

Heron Terrace honours veterans at Remembrance Day service
Team members also engaged children from the GrandPals program in the importance of the day
Nov 13, 2019

Student hopes co-op experience at Twin Lakes will help guide her career path
‘I wasn’t sure what I was wanting to do at first, but I really enjoy helping all the different staff at Twin Lakes,’ says Joryn Howie
Nov 11, 2019

S&R showing support for Cdn overseas troops through Operation Christmas Cheer
250 signed Christmas cards are being sent to soldiers for the holidays
Nov 08, 2019

Halloween party brings Fairview Towers community together
27 costume-clad children attend annual trick-or-treat event
Nov 06, 2019

Waterloo Heights team makes a donation that’s ‘for the birds’
Team members donate money for a new birdbath as well as make a contribution to the Humane Society
Nov 04, 2019

Westmount Gardens residents treated to their very own fall fair