The Delmanor Family Joins Together for a Delmanor Day Event to Remember!

The Delmanor Day Event 2012 was a fun-filled day held at the Old Spaghetti Factory for lunch and then Mariposa Ice Cream and a boat cruise to finish off the days events.

Joe from Glen Abbey enjoying meatballs & spaghetti

Residents from all four Delmanor properties, including four recreation managers and Donna Armstrong came together to meet and mingle and enjoy a lovely afternoon on the water and great food with friends.

The seniors visited the Old Spaghetti Factory for a fabulous Italian meal, follwed by a shuttle to the docks to depart on a 1 1/2 hour cruise aboard the Oriole. 



Eleanor from Elgin Mills enjoying her ice cream aboard the Oriole

The Delmanor residents enjoyed the beautiful weather along with the stunning sights of Wards Island, Centre Island and the view of Toronto's skyline.  A highlight of the cruise was the "make your own sundae station".

Delmanor Recreation Managers: Ashley, Robyn, Whitney & Marilyn

There were 42 residents and 5 staff that attended this perfect day celebrating all of the fabulous Delmanor properties and more importantly, the outstanding seniors that reside there.

Delmanor Group shot in front of the Oriole

For more information about Delmanor Retirement Communities, please visit us at delmanor.com

Delmanor Northtown Welcomes Another Season of Monarch Butterflies

The residents of Delmanor Northtown have their very own Monarch Butterfly hatchery in the garden shed of the retirement community for everyone to obseve and enjoy.

The caterpillar stage

One of the Delmanor Northtown dedicated staff, Tracy - also known as "the butterfly lady", collected milkweed leaves with butterfly eggs on them from meadows surrounding her home and brought them to Delmanor Northown for the seniors to observe the transformation from eggs to caterpillars to chrysalis and eventually into beautiful Monarch butterflies that the residents then released into the world.

Reinie admires the newly hatched Monarch butterflies and chrysalises

The entire process of change from a caterpillar to a Monarch takes 2-3 weeks.  At Delmanor Northown the process is ongoing all summer long with caterpillars, chrysalis and butterflies at different stages at all times, so there is always something to see!

Etta releases one of the first Monarchs of the season

For so many residents, the butterfly hatchery has been therapeutic, for watching new life brings great joy.  The hatchery has also been intriguing to many of the seniors who have never had the opportunity to see Monarch butterflies up close and intimate before.

Not a day goes by that the garden shed isn't a flurrry of activity while the seniors keenly await the arrival of new butterflies as they break free from their chrysalises.  The retirement community is very proud to say that they have successfully hatched 68 Monarchs so far this year with plenty more to come!

A Monarch butterfly drying its wings soon after hatching

The summer of 2012 marks the third year that the residents of Delmanor Northtown have been hatching butterflies.  The special friendships and bonds that have been formed between those that have shared the butterfly hatching experience together has been outstanding.

The residents will continue to enoy watching the blutterflies flourish this summer and for many summers to come!

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

Smile Theatre Visits Delmanor Northtown

Delmanor Northtown residents and invited guests spent an enchanting evening with Smile Theatre.

The Set

Murray reviewing his program

The production, "The Greatest Story Never Told" was presented to the seniors in the lounge along with light refreshments.

The residents enjoying the show

Smile Theatre Actors, Adam White & Cara Pantalone showcased over ten songs for the audience.  The performance was loved by everyone in attendance.

Actors Adam & Cara give an outstanding performance

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.

Delmanor Northtown's Jubilee Tea

The residents of Delmanor Northtown celebrated the Queen's Jubilee with a traditional British inspired afternoon tea.

Residents Betty & Helen dressed for tea

The seniors enjoyed a relaxing afternoon with friends and delightful treats including scones, biscuits, jams and clotted cream made in house by the Delmanor culinary team.

Henry & Dorothy celebrating the Jubilee

The residents had a wonderful time listening to live music and sharing in conversations about the Royal Family.  Many fond royal memories were shared while wearing fancy hats made especially for the occasion.

Alex & Peggy give a toast to the Queen on her Jubilee

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

Beating the Heat at Delmanor Elgin Mills

Nothings says summer like ice cream!

The residents and staff of Delmanor Elgin Mills cooled down with a refreshing treat from a vintage ice cream truck.

Delmanor resident with the ice cream truck

The eagerly awaiting seniors met in the parking lot as the truck arrived.  Frozen treats were enjoyed by everyone all afternoon while listening to the toe tapping oldies performed by musical duo, "Fit".

The sounds of the fiddle and fun filled the air around Delmanor Elgin Mills.  The excitement was contagious and lured out some of the Elgin Mills staff to cool down and celebrate the season with the residents.

Elgin Mills staff with their delicious treats

Welcome back summer!!

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

Celebrating the Queens' Jubilee at Delmanor Elgin Mills

The residents and staff at Delmanor Elgin Mills celebrated the Royal Jubilee with a day full of Royal celebrations.

The day started with residents designing and creating their own decorative head pieces to wear for the day.  The seniors and staff celebrated with a Royal Ball where they could take part in some of the elegance of the days events.

The afternoon of royalty was spent dancing and indulging with a cupcake celebration and champagne toast with friends.

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

The "Happy Tappers" Visit Delmanor Glen Abbey

The residents of Delmanor Glen Abbey were entertained by a fun and exciting dance performance by "The Happy Tappers".

All of the seniors gathered in the Abbey Room for the delightful performance by these very talented ladies.

The Happy Tappers

Everyone in attendance had a great time watching this energetic group & their jolly performance.

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 take a virtual tour of the retirement residence at delmanor.com

BBQ Season Kicks Off at Delmanor Glen Abbey

Delmanor Glen Abbey residents and guests gathered together in the Courtyard and Back Garden of the retirement residence to welcome the arrival of summer and the return of beautiful weather and warm temperatures.

Resident Myrtle with her grand-daughter

The amazing culinary team at Delmanor Glen Abbey served up a delectable feast for all of the grateful seniors in attendance. 

The BBQ

The beautiful weather calls to all of us to get outdoors, and this fabulous outdoor BBQ was just what everyone at Delmanor Glen Abbey had been waiting for!

Myrtle with her grand-children

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

Delmanor Wynford Hosts a Masquerade Ball

Delmanor Wynford residents and staff dressed in their favourite costume masks for Wynford's very first masquerade ball.

Residents June, Mary & Eileen hiding behind their beautiful masks

The seniors enjoyed a french inspired dinner consisting of french onion soup, beef wellington & cornish hens, served with duchess potatoes and assorted French pastries for dessert.

Residents Koko & Elsie showing off their lovely masks

Following the delightful dinner, residents enjoyed a fabulous evening of fun and dancing.

Resident Martha displaying her hand-crafted mask

Although many residents had their own masks for the occasion, there were others who designed their masks using feathers, jewels, lace & beautiful ribbons.  The residents had a blast guessing who was behind the masks on display.  The lovely music combined with the delicious meal prepared by the Delmanor Wynford Chefs together made for a wonderful evening.

Delmanor Wynford staff in the dining room dressed for the occasion

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

Delmanor Northtown Supports the North York Women's Shelter

Delmanor Northtown Seniors Community, as part of the “Delmanor Northtown Gives Back Initiative” dropped off donations to the North York Women’s Shelter. 

Residents & staff organizing donations

Delmanor residents and staff raised over $1,200 for the shelter. Donated items such as gift cards, toiletries, new clothing and children’s toys plus proceeds from previously held events at Delmanor Northtown were delivered to the shelter.

Donations being delivered to N.Y.W.S

Residents and staff of Delmanor Northtown were pleased to help to make a difference in the North York community. 

For more information regarding Delmanor Northtown, please visit them online at  www.delmanor.com and for The North York Women’s Shelter please visit their website www.nyws.ca

Delmanor Glen Abbey Residents Celebrate the Queen's Jubilee

The Queen's Jubilee was celebrated by residents and staff in the Player's Lounge at Delmanor Glen Abbey. 

Doris, Rose & Helen enjoying the event

The Delmanor chefs put on a spread fit for a Queen with champagne & orange juice being served along with cranberry & lemon scones with clotted cream and ginger jam fresh fruit cups.

Doris, Karen, Rose, Ted & Helen

All of these delights were topped off with tea in fine china and a take-away treat of shortbread to be enjoyed later in the residents suites.

Bill, Fred, Gary, Betty & John enjoying the Jubilee

Trudy, Karin & daughter

The seniors had a wonderful time watching the grand and elaborate celebrations marking this historical event.  The festivities provided a lovely memory for the guests with their treasured friends sharing delightful food.

Eunice & Mrs. Sullivan with Special Guest

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

Experiencing Paris at Delmanor Glen Abbey

Delmanor Glen Abbey hosted an "Evening in Paris" for residents and guests.

Holly, Student Volunteer with Julie, Marilyn & Karen

This popular evening enabled the residents to travel across the globe with decorations and cuisine.

A delightful French dinner was prepared by the Delmanor Executive Chefs that consisted of French Onion Soup followed by Conquille St. Jacques or Cornish Hens with Grand Marnier Sauce served with exquisite French vegetables.

Chef Mark with Recreation Manager Marilyn

Everyone who attended this event had a fabulous time!

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.