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A dream comes true for Stanley Cup fan'Words don't describe what it means,' says Riverview Manor resident Keith AltonFebruary 21, 2013Keith Alton has had a lot of dreams in his life; most have come true. The 87-year-old Riverview Manor resident looks fondly at the photographs of his wife and his grandchildren, and some of the other newspaper clippings he’s held onto throughout the years. Read full story >> |
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The people, not the building, make a home a home: family memberBob Brough praises Frost Manor for providing his wife not only great care, but also a homey environmentFebruary 20, 2013A brand-new long-term care home might have the latest in design features with all the bells and whistles not found in older homes, but at the end of the day what makes a difference is the people who work in a home, says Bob Brough. Read full story >> |
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Family member lauds Streamway staff for easing wife's transition into LTC'The people here are just great, right from the cooks to the cleaners to the nurses and the PSWs'February 19, 2013While having to move his wife into long-term care in November 2011 wasn’t the easiest decision for Wally French, he knew Streamway Villa would provide her the care she needed and this, he says, made the situation easier. Read full story >> |
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Sweetheart Luncheon brings couples togetherA delight for all the senses, and a warming of the heartFebruary 15, 2013Barbara O’Rourke has had a tough time adjusting to life in a long-term care home, so to have the chance to celebrate Valentine’s Day with her honey at Riverview Manor was a gift she would never have imagined. Read full story >> |
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Friendly visits inspire Ann Carter to volunteerListening, communicating are two strengths she brings to residentsFebruary 14, 2013Read full story >> |
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Car club donates state-of-the-art walker to Village GreenNew device will be available to all residentsFebruary 13, 2013When the Antique and Classic Car Club of Canada (Upper Canada Region) was looking for a way to benefit seniors with money members raised from its annual car show in Odessa, Ont., the group decided to donate a state-of-the-art walker to Village Green. Read full story >> |
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OMNI launching comprehensive diabetes program'This strategy is all about quality'February 12, 2013PETERBOROUGH, Ont. - OMNI Health Care is launching a comprehensive diabetes strategy in an effort to enhance quality of life for residents living in its 17 long-term care homes, as well as to reduce strain on the acute-care system. Read full story >> |
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It's the staff who make Pleasant Meadow a home, says family memberPenny Paul says the Norwood homeFebruary 11, 2013Penny Paul says the guilt she felt after her husband moved into Pleasant Meadow Manor 3 ½ years ago was “unbelievable.” Read full story >> |
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Two residents applaud woodworking programJack Pryne and Gerry Farrow say the inclusive activity is keeping people busyFebruary 8, 2013Two Pleasant Meadow Manor residents are applauding a weekly woodworking program at the Norwood long-term care home, noting how the activity is keeping the gentlemen busy. Read full story >> |
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Village Green loses noted music critic residentJohn Kraglund passes away, aged 90February 7, 2013John Kraglund, noted Globe and Mail music critic for more than 30 years, and a resident of Village Green, passed away Jan. 24. He was 90. Read full story >> |
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