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Meet Wally: Passionate Farmer and Devoted Family Man
For this month’s entry of sharing our Residents’ inspiring stories we turn our attention to our very own centenarian, Walter, better known as Wally. Community Relations Manager Kate and I…
Read MoreMeet Mike: Master Painter and Gardener
One of the greatest honors of being part of The Heathers Senior Homes is getting to know our wonderful Residents. Every Resident at The Heathers has their own unique story…
Read MoreWalks among the Wildflowers-A Very Special First for The Heathers
This month held a very special event for The Heathers. We participated in our first Walk to End Alzheimer’s®. Organized by the Alzheimer’s Association®, the Walk to End Alzheimer’s® reaches…
Read MoreMovie Magic and Positive Representations of Age
Previously on our Blog we have discussed that in modern media it’s often hard to find positive representations of age and the aging process. However, examples do exist and we…
Read MoreWhat’s Cookin’ with Culinary Manager Steven
Things are heating up for the summer and also heating up in The Heathe’s kitchen where a delicious meal is always a dash (of spice) away. This month, we get…
Read MoreHeroic Visitors Drop By
Recently our Ringwood Residents were visited by some super special, and super adorable, guests: Sampson the comfort dog and Timber the Service Dog! Samson is a Golden Retriever and is…
Read MoreFall Harvest Festival- Happy 1 Year Ringwood!
Our October was a whirlwind of fun with a Fall Harvest Celebration and other fall themed activities for the Residents. Our Ringwood location celebrated our 1 year anniversary since opening…
Read MoreBold and Beautiful Birdhouses at Ringwood
Last Tuesday night might have been a torrential downpour of rain but spirits were ‘flying’ high at The Heathers Ringwood location. Residents and guests enjoyed an engaging evening of crafts…
Read More5 Children’s Books That Represent Positive Ageing
Ageing is a natural progression in life but one that is often negatively depicted in our culture. Yet it is extremely important that people of all ages focus on all…
Read MoreA Night of Fairy Tales and Friends at Ringwood
Last week, The Heathers’ Ringwood residents received a special surprise from Klaudia, one of our CNAs. Klaudia whipped up a delicious German-food inspired feast for everyone to enjoy. I got…
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