‘There’s a first time for everything’

Shirley Melvin has been leading the Resident’s Council of Almonte Country Haven since 2012.

Shirley Melvin has been leading the Residents’ Council of Almonte Country Haven since 2012.

Resident Shirley Melvin ably leading Almonte Country Haven’s Resident’s Council

Shirley Melvin has good reason to be proud of the flower gardens brightening up Almonte Country Haven’s entranceway. It was she who suggested installing a rock border around the gardens, to prevent them from being walked over, as had been happening. Read more

Everyday Hero lifts spirits at West Lake Terrace

LG-HandsPSW receives recognition for her contributions

West Lake Terrace is honouring an employee who “brings out the best in everybody” and is cherished by residents and staff alike. Read more

Home brings back ‘50s, smiles to residents’ faces

An Elvis Presley impersonator provides entertainment during West Lake Terrace's annual family barbecue.

An Elvis Presley impersonator provides entertainment at West Lake Terrace.

West Lake Terrace holds annual family barbecue

With the decor of a 1950s high school dance, seniors sang and watched in delight as the young great-granddaughter of a resident stole the show with her moves. Read more

Administrator, husband host barbecue at their home

Maplewood administrator Rachel Corkery introduces her horse to resident John Closs.

Maplewood administrator Rachel Corkery introduces her horse to resident John Closs.

The ‘loveliest’ day, Maplewood resident says

COLBORNE, Ont. – Amidst sunny skies, a mild breeze and horses grazing in the pasture, Maplewood resident Ena Clews savours the moment. Read more

Summer employment in LTC homes draws students to sector

Students enjoy connecting with residents during placements in long-term care.

Students enjoy connecting with residents through work in long-term care.

Working in LTC introduces students to a different type of nursing

One of the benefits to students working in long-term care homes is that the experience often exposes them to a type of work they knew little about and leaves them with a positive impression. Read more

What a zoo at Maplewood

Maplewood resident Corina Dempsey, right, visits with a ferret as the Brighton long-term care home hosts a petting zoo.

Maplewood resident Corina Dempsey, right, visits with a ferret as the Brighton long-term care home hosts a petting zoo.

Long-term care home hosts unique guests

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Country Terrace resident-inspired recipe program continues to thrive

 

Country Terrace’s bulletin board features residents’ favourite recipes and the story behind each dish.

Country Terrace’s bulletin board features residents’ favourite recipes and the story behind each dish.

NCM says key to success has been continuous resident engagement

Since launching an initiative to add residents’ favourite recipes to the Country Terrace menu six months ago, nutritional care manager (NCM) Alex Achillini says the program has grown in popularity, and the recipes keep coming. Read more

Music has an amazing impact on LTC residents

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Two OMNI homes are using unique programs to enhance quality of life

Music programs are proving to be effective at reducing agitation for residents with cognitive impairment and increasing participation in activities at OMNI Health Care long-term care homes. Read more

Summer job at Garden Terrace inspires student to reconsider career options

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Psychology student Shelby Colton says she’s now looking at working in LTC

When Shelby Colton started working her summer job in the life enrichment department at Garden Terrace a few months ago she was focused on pursuing a career as a behavioural therapist. Read more

Initiative launched to help Canadians better understand dementia

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Learn how you can become a Dementia Friend

The Alzheimer Society of Canada and the federal government recently launched an initiative aimed at helping Canadians better understand what it means to live with dementia. Read more