Delmanor Northtown Rings in Spring!

Along with the change of seasons comes many beautiful fresh seasonal food items and decor inspirations.


In knowing this, Chef Divakar Raju and Delmanor Northtown Recreation Manager Robyn Morra worked together to create a spring themed dinner complete with spring inspired table decor to kick off the season!

June admiring the table decor

Spring Dinner Entrees

It was evident that Chef Divakar was truly inspired by the season with a menu that included a beautifully light spring greens salad with grapefruit and poppy seed vinaigrette, spring lamb chops and maple-glazed salmon served with freshly steamed asparagus spears, and a choice of warm, baked apple blossom or mixed berry trifle made fresh in-house for dessert.

The Delmanor Northtown seniors loved celebrating the first day of spring and enjoyed the culinary delights of the specialty menu designed especially for the evening!

Hilde, Violet, Irma & Margaret enjoying their desserts

Doreen is happy to welcome Spring!

For more information about retirement living at Delmanor Northtown, please contact Laurie Fortin, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (416) 225-9146 or visit them online at delmanor.com

Steps to LivingWell

People with a strong social network live an average of 22 percent longer than those without one. 

Why are social ties so beneficial? For one thing, having close friendships protects against depression, which is increasingly common as you get older. That, in turn, may motivate you to take better care of yourself. 

Having a network of people you can turn to in times of stress or anxiety can also give you support and practical help, ultimately minimizing stress.

Social connection keeps you physically active as well. Studies have found that older adults who were less social had a more rapid decline in motor function.

It’s important for your well-being to have a diverse group of acquaintances, casual friends and close friends. Whether you’re taking a class, volunteering, joining a social group or attending a lecture offered, there are countless opportunities to get involved and make new friends. Having a wide social network, and being open to new experiences can be helpful for deepening existing relationships, and the combination of social activity can ward off cognitive decline and boost energy levels.

Socializing and meeting new people; trying new activities, especially activities involving exercise, are a few of the most important aspects of beating the depression cycle. 

Remember to laugh out loud more often. Laughter after all, is often the best medicine.

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Delmanor Wynford Raises Awareness of Osteoarthritis

Dr. Jackie Striech, a naturopathic doctor presented a wonderful and informative seminar at Delmanor Wynford on how to manage Osteoarthritis through healthy living such as exercise and good nutrition.

Dr. Streich

This was a very popular event with 10 people from the community taking part, as well as 35 seniors from Delmanor Wynford.

Sally Smith, Executive Director from United Way,  is a great supporter of  this charitable organization.  Sally was also in attendance to show her support of Dr. Streich and Osteoarthritis awareness.

All of the residents and guests thoroughly enjoyed this excellent session that provided them with tips and facts to help manage and prevent osteoarthritis.

For more information about Delmanor Wynford, please contact Monique Kuhn, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (416) 331-9797 or visit them online at delmanor.com

Delmanor Northtown Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day!

Delmanor Northtown residents enjoyed a true St.Patrick’s Day celebration with live music and beer tasting on Saturday, March 17^th.

Happy St. Patrick's Day Peter!

There was a great mix of classic Irish and Celtic songs.  The lively tunes were performed on the fiddle, guitar and tin whistle by Legendary Toronto based Irish folk artists - Michael O’Grady and James McKie.

Michael O'Grady & James McKie

While the seniors enjoyed the entertainment, they were served samples of “Kilkenny Irish Cream Ale” and “Beau’s Lug Tread Lagered Ale” dyed green for the occasion!

Robyn serving Irish green beer samples

Cheers Betty!

The entire retirement residence was alive with the fun, toe-tapping tunes and traditional green attire that is St. Patrick's Day!

Kay dressed all in green

For more information about Delmanor Northtown, please contact Laurie Fortin, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (416) 225-9146 or visit them online at delmanor.com

Delmanor Elgin Mills Residents Visit the Sugar Bush

On a record breaking hot, sunny day in March, a group of Delmanor Elgin Mills residents ventured into the forest to participate in sap collection and maple syrup production.

The Delmanor seniors walked the trails, counted the spiles in the trees and tasted sap that had boiled over an open fire.

The group took a picturesque wagon ride through the 700 acre conservation area, and then dined on a homemade pancake lunch with freshly boiled maple syrup!

Although the weather felt more like July than March, the residents thoroughly enjoyed the age old tradition of making maple syrup.

For more information about Delmanor Elgin Mills, please contact Susan Applebaum, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 770-7963 or visit them online at delmanor.com

Delmanor Elgin Mills, Cooking with the Chef

Delmanor Elgin Mills residents gathered around while Executive Chef, Sarah Wagner demonstrated how to make pork schnitzel, a menu favourite for Elgin Mills residents.

Starting from the raw pork tenderloin, Sarah trimmed the cut of meat, filleted it, pounded, breaded, and fried it before the residents.

The seniors were encouraged to ask questions about the quality of food and the various preparation styles used.  There were many samples handed out to the hungry taste testers.

Chef Sarah

The Residents truly enjoyed watching one of the Delmanor Chefs at work and being about to ask questions about how their food is created.

For more information about Delmanor Elgin Mills or to arrange a tour, please contact Susan Applebaum, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 770-7963 or online at delmanor.com

Delmanor Wynford Residents Celebrate St. Patrick's Day!

Delmanor Wynford residents, staff & guests dressed in many shades of green for the St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Saturday, March 17^th.

Residents Lorraine, Jim & Martha enjoying the green beer & Guiness

Residents were treated to a traditional Irish inspired lunch created by Delmanor Wynford's very own chefs. Following the delicious lunch, residents enjoyed an afternoon of Irish entertainment with the band, Par 3.

Wynford Residents Bill & Rose dressed in their Irish Green

With festive Irish tunes filling the retirement residence, the seniors danced the afternoon away!  Residents were also treated to their choice of green beer, Guinness, or Bailey’s Irish Cream.

Par 3 Musicians Ready to Perform

Residents and staff had a wonderful afternoon with many laughs and a whole lot of fun! Everyone was Irish for the day at Delmanor Wynford!

The Festive Delmanor Staff

For more information about Delmanor Wynford, please contact Monique Kuhn, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (416) 331-9797 or visit them online at delmanor.com

Social Worker Open House with Delmanor Elgin Mills

Delmanor Elgin Mills participated in a networking opportunity for York Central Hospital social workers across the various disciplines to gather and share information regarding their specific areas of focus.

This was a very successful and well attended event catered by the Delmanor Elgin Mills culinary team. Social Workers from the hospital took time out of their busy days to share valuable information about their particular social work focus and enjoy a fantastic lunch.

Thank you to Delmanor Elgin Mills for encouraging communication, relationship building and community outreach, all to further enhance the services provided to seniors.

For further information about Delmanor Elgin Mills, please contact Susan Applebaum or Jaimie Gatsos, Marketing Managers at 905-770-7963 or online at delmanor.com

Delmanor Elgin Mills Partners with McConaghy Seniors Centre

A media reception was held to formally announce the title sponsorship between M.L. McConaghy Seniors’ Centre and Delmanor ElginMills.

The partnership was formally announced to the public in a reception hosted by Delmanor Elgin Mills.  Speakers included Elaine Wood, Dave Barrow, Darlene Joslin

The speeches were followed by a commemorative performance by the McConaghy seniors choir.

The event was attended by: McConaghy members, Mayor Dave Barrow, Councilor Vito Spatafora, Councilor Lyn Foster, Director of Recreation and Culture in Richmond Hill Darlene Joslin, Karin Ash, Manager of Adult and Cultural Services, and Jennifer Ayres, Seniors Program Coordinator of Richmond Hill, Sheldon Gould, COO of Delmanor Seniors Communities, Elaine Wood, VP Marketing and Sales of Delmanor Seniors Communities, Lisa Goodman GM of Delmanor Elgin Mills, Susan Applebaum Marketing and Community Relations Manager of Delmanor Elgin Mills, Whitney Hilts Recreation Manager of Elgin Mills, and Residents of Delmanor Elgin Mills.

This fantastic union and partnership shall continue to bring many exciting events and happy memories between Delmanor Elgin Mills residents and the seniors of McConaghy Seniors Centre.

For more information about retirement living at Delmanor Elgin Mills, please contact Susan Applebaum, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 770-7963 or visit them online at delmanor.com

"Paddy O'Party" at Delmanor Elgin Mills

Residents of Delmanor Elgin Mills donned their green attire, to avoid being pinched of course, and joined in on the lively party featuring pianist and comedian Donavon Lenebat to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

Donavon Lenebat Entertaining the Seniors

The green beer and “spuds” also known as potato chips were plentiful as residents and community members sang & danced to Irish classics.

Residents enjoying the party!

The beautiful Spring weather really co-operated with the festivities so the guests and seniors spilled out into the lovely courtyard and made it a true “Paddy O’Party”!!

If you would like to arrange a tour of Delmanor Elgin Mills, please contact Susan Applebaum, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 770-7963.

Delmanor Glen Abbey Visits Bird Kingdom

The residents of Delmanor Glen Abbey boarded the Delmanor bus for a trip to Niagara Falls and the Niagara Bird Sanctuary for a truly soaring adventure!

Bird Kingdom is the world's largest indoor, free flying aviary.  The seniors took a journey through the rain-forest and interacted with over 400 exotic birds from around the world.

For the adventurous types, Bird Kingdom also offered many amazing reptile encounters. 

The Discovery Zone allowed guests to meet the handlers and learn about the fantastic, highly intelligent birds.

   Residents loved the JEWEL of the Bird Kingdom, which was located in the main atrium. The exquisite, mystical Javanese tea house!

Marvelously hand carved, it was an incredible and unique spot for the Delmanor seniors to savour tea and enjoy a dessert.  They even had an opportunity to unlock the mystery of the authentic, ancient symbols and mysterious writing. 

For the residents who love to shop, there was a beautiful gift shop that offered unique gifts from garden decor to plush toys. 

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

Delmanor Glen Abbey Visits Steam Whistle Brewery

The"Good Beer Folks" at Steam Whistle Brewery in Downtown Toronto welcomed the seniors of Delmanor Glen Abbey to come by the brewery for a tour and taste.

The residents learned how Canada's Premium Pilsner is made, met the friendly staff and enjoyed a sample of Steam Whistle beer.

Joe Savoritti & Deidra, tour guide

The residents were told about Steam Whistle's designation as one of Toronto's "green buildings" and about their interesting railway history.

The tour was educational and entertaining for all!

For more information about spending your retirement years at Delmanor Glen Abbey, please contact Julie Shuster, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 469-3232 or take a virtual tour at delmanor.com.

Delmanor Northtown Pays it Forward with Clothing!

Residents of Delmanor Northtown wanted to help the almost 9 milion people living with diabetes and pre-diabetes in Canada by donating their gently used clothing, outerwear, linens and footwear to the charity’s Clothesline program.

Clothing Drive Donation Bin

Last year, the program diverted more than 40 million kilograms of clothing and household items from Canada ’s landfill sites by accepting donations from communities all across the country. 

Isabelle donating clothes

The seniors gave generously and as a result were thrilled to be able to collect over 200 pounds of clothing over the course of our 2 week clothing drive!!

Sheila & Isobel meeting the clothesline truck

Sheila & Isobel loading the donations

If you would like more information about retirement living at Delmanor Northtown, please contact Laurie Fortin, Marketing Manager at (416) 225-9146 or visit them online at delmanor.com

Delmanor Elgin Mills Enjoys National Peanut Butter Lovers Day!

The residents of Delmanor Elgin Mills spent an entire day enjoying everything peanut butter.

The day started with baking peanut butter rice crispy squares.  The fun continued into the afternoon as the residents made peanut butter bird feeders and hung them in the garden for the awaiting birds.

Hanging the bird feeders

The peanut butter festivities ended with a peanut butter taste test, sampling four different types and varieties of peanut butter including regular, unsweetened, all natural and chocolate.

Peanut Butter treats

Not surprisingly, the most popular tasting peanut butter was plain Skippy.

The seniors loved testing their peanut butter knowledge and re-living past memories of how many peanut butter sandwiches they have enjoyed over the years.

Sampling the peanut butter

For more information about retirement living at Delmanor Elgin Mills, please contact Susan Applebaum, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 770-7963 or visit them online at delmanor.com

Delmanor Northtown Residents Learn the Benefits of Acupuncture

As a Naturopathic Doctor, Jacqueline Streich is committed to providing excellence in alternative health care and is always interested in providing knowledge of natural health care alternatives to members of the senior population.

Dr. Jacqueline Streich, ND

In an afternoon seminar at Delmanor Northtown, she did just that by sharing her wealth of knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine including the basics of Acupuncture. 

Tony experiencing acupuncture

Residents were given the opportunity to learn all about how the use of Acupuncture needles on pressure points can relieve pressure and over time help treat many acute and chronic conditions that are common during the retirement years.

Eleanor's turn to experience acupuncture

Eleanor saying it's a piece of cake!

The seniors left the seminar feeling very comfortable with the thought of acupuncture and a better knowledge of the benefits the treatment could bring to their overall health and well being.

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

Spring Has Sprung Early at Delmanor Wynford!

Spring arrived early at Delmanor Wynford with the arrival of six cute baby chicks. Residents were able to experience life on a farm with the Hatching Program that allowed residents to see the process involved in hatching eggs into baby chickens.

Colby enjoying the chicks

The Hatching Program began with an incubator and one dozen eggs from a local farm. Residents were responsible for turning the eggs several times a day and monitoring the temperature of the incubator.

The Adorable Wynford Farm babies!

The Hatching Program brought everyone together…including the seniors and their families, staff members, and guests from the community. Everyone was thrilled with the new additions to the Delmanor Wynford family. The chicks have since returned to the farm where they will have more space to grow!

Wynford Residents, Sharon & Jean enjoying the chicks

For more information about retirement living at  Delmanor Wynford, please contact Betty Ann Miers or Monique Kuhn at (416) 331-9797 or visit them online at delmanor.com

Delmanor Northtown Says Aloha!

The winter months are always the best time to plan an escape to a warmer climate. For those who didn’t have a chance this year, Delmanor Northtown decided to give them the feeling of being in a warm, tropical environment for the day right at home by planning a Hawaiian themed afternoon and dinner.

Traditional Hula Dancers

Residents enjoyed an afternoon performance by the traditional hula dancers of the Siony Srnka Dance Studio.  The residence was transformed for a themed photo opportunity that transported the seniors to a beach in Waikiki.   

Christine having fun with the photo scene setters

Island fever was in the air as the residents entered the dining room for a Hawaiian inspired menu consisting of pork ribs, pineapple chicken skewers and choice of pineapple upside-down cake or coconut cream pie for dessert!

Alice about to enjoy her pineapple upside down cake

The temperature was definitely turned way up at Delmanor Northtown and everyone had a fantastic time!

Doreen & Brian pose for a vacation photo

If you would like to arrange a tour of Delmanor Northtown, please contact Laurie Fortin, Marketing Manager at (416) 225-9146 or visit them at delmanor.com