Spring Dancing Fun at Delmanor Northtown

Residents and invited guests of Delmanor Northtown put on their dancing shoes for  a fun filled evening of live music and entertainment.

A delightful assortment of hors d'oeuvres & refreshments prepared by the talented Delmanor Chefs were served throughout the evening.

The proceeds from the ticket sales and draws were donated to the North York Womens' Shelter.

It was a truly enjoyable and memorable evening for all in honour of  a very worthy cause.

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

Northtown Residents Attend a Decorative Fruit Carving Demonstration

With the warmer weather upon us, seasonal fruit becomes more prevalent on the menu at Delmanor Northtown.

Chef Divakar about to start the carving

As a kick off to the summer season, Chef Divakar decided that it would be fun to give a demonstration all about the art of fruit carving.  In this demonstration, he showed the residents how to make melon rind into very realistic leaves, and made a show piece out of a watermelon. 

The main flower appeared and the carving begins

The transformations made by Chef Divakar with pieces of fruit left the seniors amazed!

The residents thoroughly enjoyed learning the art of decorative fruit carving and were thrilled with the creations.

The delicate process of carving the second row of petals

Most of the on-lookers could not believe what they were seeing as Chef Divakar carved a multi-tiered flower image out of the layers of rind, and pink flesh out of the watermelon, one piece at a time.

The seniors were captivated as Chef added depth to the carvings image by cutting more and more melon away to present perfectly shaped flower petals in various shades of colour.

Mary & Isabelle look on as more petals take form

After the demonstration one resident was asked what the best part of the whole experience was and she replied, "well, it's gorgeous but I love that we still get to eat it later!"

Chef Divakar with the beautiful final carving

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

"Be Seen and Be Safe" Safety Armband Project Launch with Delmanor Wynford

Delmanor Wynford, with Monique Kuhn and Pam Palmer joined together at Fenside Public School to hold a community safety expo that provided complimentary fluorescent Delmanor Wynford armbands to the first 200 people that attended the event.

Monique Kuhn, PC Hugh Smith & Pam Palmer

The "Be Seen, Be Safe" project was sponsored by 12 local corporations, including Delmanor Wynford.  All of the participants eagerly support safety and the use of fluroescent armbands to be worn by all pedestrians and bicycle riders within the community.

Monique Kuhn & 33 Div. Crime Prevention Officer Kelly Downie

This was a very successful event that was attended by city officials, media, police officers from 33 division and many guests from the community.

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

A Victorian Fashion Show Comes to Delmanor Elgin Mills

Residents and guests from the community lined the catwalk to enjoy a Victorian Fashion Show featuring classic clothing from the period.

Residents and staff were asked to model the fashions.  Some of the attire included pyjamas, a wedding gown, many beautiful Victorian gowns and a corset.

The elegant fashion show was narrated by Victorian fashion expert Nancy McLeod.

The seniors and staff paraded up and down the catwalk showing off their gorgeous handmade outfits.

The afternoon of fashion at the retirement residence concluded with a classic Victorian Tea Party, complete with pastries and tea sandwiches.

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

Mother`s Day Brunch at Delmanor Elgin Mills

Residents of Delmanor Elgin Mills, along with their families, came together for a beautiful buffet brunch on Mother`s Day morning.

The retirement community hosts this event annually.  It is always anxiously awaited by everyone at Delmanor Elgin Mills.

Craig Ruhnke entertained the guests while they were treated to brunch items such as frittatas, carved roast beef and a spread of delectable desserts.

All of the seniors and invited guests had a wonderful time together and the ladies of honour each left with a gorgeous long stem rose.

To obtain more information about Delmanor Elgin Mills, please contact Susan Applebaum, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 770-7963 or take a virtual tour at delmanor.com

Celebrating the Amazing Residents at Delmanor Glen Abbey

All 45 Delmanor Glen Abbey male residents enjoyed a lunch together in the Player's Lounge while the women of Delmanor Glen Abbey attended a Ladies Luncheon & Shoe Show to celebrate and  honour Mother's Day.

Enjoying the ladies tea

The Delmanor Glen Abbey gentlemen graciously relocated to the Player's Lounge for their lunch, while the women gathered together in the Oaks Dining Room to enjoy sandwiches, scones, jams, butter and of course, tea in elegant china.

Mr. Sandy, Mr. Sibley & Mr. Abela enjoying lunch

It was an incredible day, shared with Norma Sheppard, that so elegantly presented an antique shoe show for these very special ladies.

Beautiful desserts

For more information about Delmanor Glen Abbey or to arrange a tour of the retirement residence, please contact Julie Shuster, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 469-3232 or visit them online at delmanor.com

Delmanor Wynford Celebrates Cinco de Mayo

Delmanor Wynford residents and staff dressed in their sombreros and bright Mexican colours to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.

Recreation Manager Ashley Smith with members of band

Cinco de Mayo is celebrated annually on May 5th.  It is a celebration of the Mexican victory over the French in the battle of Puebla on May 5th, 1862.  An underdog Mexican force, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza defeated the well trained forces of Napolean III's French army.  The victory symbolized Mexico's resistance to foreign occupation, it's patriotism and unity.

Residents Muriel Appleton & Marg Tadman enjoying their margaritas

The Delmanor residents enjoyed a mexican inspired lunch that included black bean and corn salad, quesadillas, beef fajitas and apple empanadas.

Wynford staff dressed in their bright Mexican colours

Following lunch, the seniors and staff were entertained by a Mariachi Band that performed popular Mexican songs.

While they enjoyed the performance, the residents were treated to Lime Margaritas.  Cinco de Mayo is celebrated worldwide with lots of food, drink & music.

Members of Mariachi Band

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

The LivingWell Lecture Series Delights Delmanor Northtown

Delmanor Northtown, as part of the continuing LivingWell lecture series also welcomed guest speaker Judy Croon for her fantastic presentation that she has been delivering to the entire Delmanor family.

Judy Croon has been the opening stand-up act for such performers as Joan Rivers, Wynonna, Dionne Warwick, Anne Murray & comedian Robert Klein.

Her t.v specials have appeared on many networks.  She has had countless stand-up comedy and performances over the years.

Judy showed the Northtown seniors how humour and passion, combined with her seven secret components can fill you up to power over life's stresses through the retirement years.

The residents and guests of Delmanor Northtown listened to Judy`s recipe for Living Well.....which did not include tofu......but instead, lots of laughs.

Refreshments were served to all of the delighted guests after this fantastic seminar.

Beautifully presented refreshment table

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

LivingWell at Delmanor Glen Abbey

The LivingWell Lecture Series with Judy Croon visited Delmanor Glen Abbey residents and guests at the Glen Abbey United Church.

Judy Croon shared her ``seven steps to healthy living that does not include tofu`` lecture.  The very popular presentation included humour and recipes for LivingWell.

Over 100 guests and residents attended the presentation at Glen Abbey United Church and returned to Delmanor Glen Abbey for delicious refreshments.

The guests spoke very highly of the positive message that was put forth in the lecture and the happy and humorous delivery of the presentation.

If you would like more information pertaining to any of the sessions in the LivingWell lecture series or if you would like more information about Delmanor Glen Abbey, please contact Julie Shuster, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 469-3232 or visit them online at delmanor.com

Delmanor Glen Abbey Residents Deliver the Weather

The residents of Delmanor Glen Abbey visited the Weather Network Channel to see behind the scenes how the Weather Network station operates and what it takes to go on the air.

Residents Joe at the monitor and Fred in the background

Marilyn Cook arranged this fantastic tour of the Weather Network.  The seniors even spent time in the green room on air delivering the weather.

Residents in the green room

The Delmanor Glen Abbey residents had a wonderful time touring the Weather Network and thoroughly enjoyed all of the behind the scenes perspectives that were gained during this informative tour.

Residents delivering the weather!

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

Liason College Visit Delmanor Glen Abbey

Liason College Chefs visited Delmanor Glen Abbey to present their skills and culinary talents to the Glen Abbey seniors.

The guest chefs prepared mouth watering smoothies and exquisite devilled eggs to the residents to sample.

The devilled eggs were loved by the residents; so much that the recipe was passed along to the culinary team at Delmanor Glen Abbey.

Food presentations are always popular with the seniors.  Observing culinary skills and sampling freshly prepared treats always prove to be a successful event to be held within the retirement community.

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

Delmanor Glen Abbey Celebrates a Taste of Italy!

Delmanor Glen Abbey residents gathered together in the Oaks and Fairway Dining Rooms to celebrate and enjoy flavours from other countries.

Taste of Italy theme

These special culinary theme nights are loved by the seniors as they are treated to the tastes and sounds from various other countries.

Residents enjoying the meal

The food was delicious.....the music, perfect and the wine was delightful to make up a wonderful evening filled with friends and wonderful time spent together.  The Taste of Italy was a great success!

The Taste of Italy Menu

For more information about retirement living at Delmanor Glen Abbey or to arrange a tour of the residence, please contact Julie Shuster, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 469-3232 or visit them online at delmanor.com.

Delmanor Glen Abbey Hosts Fashion Show

In honour of 100 years since Titanic`s sinking,, Norman Sheppard presented a show focusing on the fashion styles of 1912.

All of the guests and residents gathered in the Players Lounge at Delmanor Glen Abbey for this beautiful and elegant show.

Everyone in attendance thoroughly enjoyed this presentation of fashion through the ages.

If you would like to arrange a tour of Delmanor Glen Abbey, please contact Julie Shuster, Marketing & Community Relations Manager at (905) 469-3232 or visit them online at delmanor.com

Pet Therapy at Delmanor Glen Abbey

A beautiful canine visitor came to Delmanor Glen Abbey with his handler Judi for some pet therapy for the residents.



The proven health benefits of animals on older adults was clearly enjoyed and appreciated by the Delmanor Seniors.




The residents looked forward to Murphy`s monthly visits and all of the joy that came from spending time with the gorgeous golden friend.

For more information about retirement living at Delmanor Glen Abbey, please contact Julie Shuster (905) 469-3232 or take a virtual tour at delmanor.com

Mens Lunch at Delmanor Glen Abbey

In celebration of the diverse and magnificent gentlemen residing at Delmanor Glen Abbey, the residence hosted a Mens Day with many special treats for the men only.

Instead of the Delmanor Chefs preparing an elegant and delicious lunch for the men, they were treated to the old fashioned taste of Kentucky Fried Chicken that brought back many memories of summer picnics in years gone by.

The gentlemen had a great time kicking back and socializing together and then were treated to an afternoon movie at the Encore Theatre.  All of the seniors had a great time watching the movie ``The Artist` and spending time with their fellow guys.

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

LivingWell Lecture Series at Delmanor Wynford

Delmanor Wynford hosted another chapter of the LivingWell lecture series for residents and guests of Delmanor Seniors Communities.

 Judy Croon is a comedienne, MC, motivational humourist and author. Her keynote “Relieving Stress with humour – Judy’s 7 ingredients to Living Well that Don’t Include Tofu” has entertained and informed thousands across the country. Judy is also one of the co-authors of “From the Stage to the Page-Life Lessons from Four Funny Ladies”.

100 guests from the community attended this very popular event, along with 18 residents from Delmanor Wynford.

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