Category: Seniors
New anthology offers insight into COVID from elderly perspective
Plague Take It, co-edited by Ann McMillan and Jon Peirce, features writing by and about elders on the experiences of navigating a world during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower and his team enjoyed seeing all of the Halloween goblins who dropped by the Village Square Park to say ‘boo’ and receive some treats. There is still time to enter your photos into Councillor Gower’s costume contest.
Extendicare Stittsville breaks ground for modern 256 bed long-term care home
(The ground-breaking ceremony for the announcement of the new Extendicare Stittsville long-term care home took place on October 29, 2021. Those included in the ceremony were: (l-r) Dr. Michael Guerriere,…
Staff at Wildpine shear their COVID locks for CHEO and childhood cancer
The idea for staff to lose their locks with a fundraiser for CHEO kids was sparked by Laurel Davidge, a Receptionist at Wildpine.
Talent showcased at the first annual art appreciation show for Wildpine residents
During the afternoon of August 6, the main dining room at Wildpine was transformed to a beautiful art gallery.
OPEN OPINION: Transformative culture change in long-term care homes – what is happening now?
Ontario’s Long-term Care COVID-19 Commission Report, published on April 30th, made 85 recommendations needed to keep residents and staff safe in future viral outbreaks. To date, the Provincial Government has yet to respond.
The history of Amberwood captured in author’s new book
(Barbara Robson, author of her newly published book about the story of Amberwood Village poses with her book. Photo: submitted) Barbara Robson, a resident of Amberwood Village, a journalist and…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
(A Snapping Turtle discovered at the Amberwood Golf Course. The eggs layed by this mother have been protected from predators. Photos: Giselle Gunderman via Councillor Gower) From Snapping Turtles, bears,…
Stittsville Villa celebrates Mother’s Day with drive-thru fanfare
(Mother’s Day was celebrated with a parade at the Stittsville Villa on Sunday, May 9, 2021.) What a wonderful way to celebrate Mother’s Day! The Moms and Grandmoms at Stittsville…
Aim Fitness aims to keep older adults mobile
Seniors often live and spend lots of time alone. Since the COVID pandemic hit a year ago it really amplified this isolation, especially among the most vulnerable older adults.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Another week has swiftly passed, and with that, Councillor Glen Gower shares some upcoming events and news from the community. This week, the Councillor is seeking nominations for the Stittsville Volunteer Awards; shares some good news for those 70+ and vaccines…
Saving best for last – Stittsville Villa and Manor receive final vaccinations
It was a fantastic way to celebrate St. Patrick’s week! The amazing Ottawa Paramedics and Ottawa Public Health teams converged on the Stittsville Revera Villa and Manor…
March 11 brings liberation to the residents of Wildpine Residence
For the residents and staff of Wildpine Residence, March 11, 2021 marked an important day for all. Yes, it denotes the one year marker for the date on which our uncertain future began. But, for all who live and work at Wildpine…
Residents and staff at Revera’s Stittsville Villa & Manor applaud Ottawa paramedics
A team of 14 Ottawa Paramedics arrived at Stittsville’s Revera Villa and Manor on a morning in late February for one of the most cheerful of days in the lives of the residents…
City’s spring recreation and culture eGuides now online
The Spring 2021 recreation and culture City eGuides are now online offering COVID-modified aquatics, inclusive recreation programming and virtual courses…