Fun & Games at Delmanor Elgin Mills

Bernard YMCA brought a children's camp group to the seniors at Delmanor Elgin Mills for a visit that focused on forming inter-generational bonds. On March 18th, 10 campers with camp staff, visited the retirement community and brought board games to play, along with abundant contagious energy.

Having a great time playing Connect 4

The 5-7 year old campers delighted the seniors and together had a wonderful and inspiring afternoon.

If you would like more information about inter-generational program opportunities at Delmanor Elgin Mills, please contact Susan Applebaum, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 770-7963 or visit us at http://www.delmanor.com/

Special Memories

IRISH EYES WERE SMILING ON DELMANOR NORTHTOWN

St Patrick's Day was celebrated by Residents, invited guests and staff at Delmanor Northtown.

This 'unofficial holiday' means we get to celebrate the rich history of St. Patrick's Day. For those who love 'all things Irish', you could find Irish dancers, green beverages, an abundance of shamrocks, people dressed in many shades of green, along with authentic Irish music & song.

Ursula and daughter Vivian

An Irish-themed lunch prepared by Delmanor's own Chefs, offered many choices, including favorites such as Irish corned beef and lamb stew.



Delmanor Northtown Staff (Nikki & Kelly) Joining in on the Festivities

Delmanor Northtown residents were able to “kick up their heels” and enjoy a traditional Irish performance by The Vera Colliey Trio.

For more information about Delmanor Northtown, please contact Laurie Fortin, Assistant Marketing Manager, Delmanor Northown at (416) 225-9146 or at http://www.delmanor.com/.



Remy dressed for St Patty’s Day



Delmanor Glen Abbey Celebrates St. Patrick's Day

Delmanor Glen Abbey held a St. Paddy's Day Euchre Social on March 11th. The seniors were dressed in their lucky green to increase their chances of raising money for the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Entertainment by The Fiddlestix

All in all there was a great turn out of 9 tables of players. The attendees were made up of Delmanor Glen Abbey Residents and the Milton Seniors Centre that were invited to share in the fun, prizes and Irish fare.

The Irish celebrations continued at Delmanor Glen Abbey as the staff, residents and the retirement community's own Irish resident; Ernie Nicholson, danced and sang along to the Irish entertainment provided by the Fiddlestix. All of the residents enjoyed Irish beverages and desserts as they listened to the Celtic fiddle.

For more information about Delmanor Glen Abbey, please contact Julie Shuster, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 469-3232 or visit us at http://www.delmanor.com/

Gentlemen's Day at Delmanor Glen Abbey

On March 9th, the gentlemen at Delmanor Glen Abbey had their first ever Men's Day!

The Lunchbucket Club

48 men attended this event in The Players Lounge for a luncheon that was hosted by Glen Abbey Executive Chef Mark and their Environmental Manager, Ted.

St. Johns United Church joined in on the fun with 10 gentlemen members in attendance along with the Lunch Bucket Club. The seniors were given blessings by Glen Abbey's own Reverend Ted Kersey and warmly welcomed by Paul Erikson, one of Glen Abbey's first residents.

Mr. Patterson, Mr. Erikson & Mr. Gregg

The fun continued after lunch with games of pool, cribbage & poker. And what men's event would be complete without a James Bond film in the theatre.
The day was such a huge success that the retirement community has already begun planning the second Men's Day in June!

For more information about Delmanor Glen Abbey, please contact Julie Shuster, Marketing & Community Relations Manager, (905) 770-7963 or visit us at http://www.delmanor.com/
 

Delmanor Glen Abbey Visits the Avro Arrow

The residents of Delmanor Glen Abbey were honoured to visit the Canadian Air & Space Museum at Downsview Airport on March 2nd for a private tour lead by John Harper and a chance to sit in an Avro Arrow mock plane.



Residents with Avro Arrow



All of the seniors attending, have lived through the development of the Avro Arrow; the advanced supersonic, twin-engined, all weather jet aircraft, developed in 1949 until its controversial cancellation in 1959. This was a thrilling event that brought back many memories and much Canadian pride to the Delmanor Residents.



Residents inside the Mock Plane

For more information about Delmanor Glen Abbey, please contact Julie Shuster, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 469-3232 or at http://www.delmanor.com/



Delmanor Elgin Mills Parties.....Island Style!

Excitement was in the air at Delmanor Elgin Mills when the retirement community turned up the heat with a Hawaiin Luau. The residents and guests celebrated with a Hawaiin themed dinner followed by the charismatic entertainment of Aloha Elvis.

Delmanor Elgin Mills was decorated with 6 foot palm trees and staff that were dressed in grass skirts and flip flops. The residents felt like they were on the island as they danced and sang the afternoon away.

To obtain more information about retirement living at Delmanor Elgin Mills, please contact Susan Applebaum, Marketing and Community Relations Manager at (905) 770-7963 or you can visit us at http://www.delmanor.com/

Aloha Elvis entertains the residents

Delmanor Northtown Demonstrates the Benefits of Tai Chi

Delmanor Northtown held a Tai Chi demonstration on February 24th as an introduction to their fitness program.  Tai Chi combines a type of meditative relaxation process with flowing movements, that result in benefits to both the power of the body and the mind.

Tai Chi is especially beneficial to seniors who suffer from arthritis or who are recovering from injuries since it is very low impact and puts minimal pressure on joints and tendons. 

 

Northtown Residents Participating in Tai Chi

Residents and welcomed guests worked on improving their range of motion, flexibility and balance.  Although low impact, the seniors would benefit from improved cardiovascular health and lower blood pressure with regular participation.  The addition of Tai Chi is proving to be an excellent compliment to the many other exciting programs taking place at Delmanor Northtown.

Tai Chi Instructor Stuart Law (center in blue)

If you would like more information about Delmanor Northtown Retirement Community, please contact Laurie Fortin, Assistant Marketing Manager at (416) 225-9146 or visit us at www.delmanor.com.

Delmanor Glen Abbey Residents Show Us Their Hearts!

Delmanor Glen Abbey Celebrated Heart Month with two events that enabled the seniors to give back to the community and have lots of fun along the way.  

Between the complimentary blood pressure clinic and cookie gram sales, participants were able to raise $329 dollars for Heart & Stroke research.  The retirement community is working towards their goal of $1,000 when the Heart & Stroke fund raising campaign is completed with their Big Bike Event.

Blood Pressure Clinic

Cookie Grams

Along with the Heart & Stroke Foundation fundraisers, Glen Abbey residents have been busy over the past 6 months raising funds for the Alzheimer Society of Canada.  This campaign was wrapped up with a Dark Chocolate and Red Wine Seminar that was enjoyed by residents, family members and friends.  A presentation by Karen Robins was the last of a 5 part series on The Healthy Brain.  Karen was overjoyed at the completion of her session when she was presented with a donation of $1,000.

Residents Enjoying the Chocolate & Red Wine Seminar

If you would like more information about these fund raising opportunities or if you would like to obtain information about Delmanor Retirement Communities, please contact Julie Shuster, Marketing & Community Relations Manager (905) 469-3232 or visit us at www.delmanor.com.