Best Wishes to Glen Abbey's Marilyn!

Delmanor Glen Abbey is proud to be home to a growing and versatile number of residents. Strong bonds form in a home environment, strengthened by shared goals and great times. That is why it is especially bittersweet when a member of the Delmanor family moves on to a well-earned retirement.

Marilyn has been an incredible recreation manager, creating wonderful feats of entertainment and enrichment for almost ten years. In her time at Delmanor Glen Abbey, she helped residents flourish, fostering creativity and skills, as well as overcoming challenges with positivity and determination. She also worked with residents as well as staff not as a ‘cog in the machine’, but as a friend one could turn to for guidance and inspiration.

Marilyn has always held the biggest smile, and her energy was infectious. She could turn a rainy day inside into an afternoon at an indoor ‘beach’ and was always able to think on her toes to make the best of any situation. We knew as we wished her a tearful goodbye that her retirement would be more fun than rest, and her days will be filled with the same excitement that she brought to to Delmanor Glen Abbey each and every day.

From everyone at Delmanor, best wishes for a healthy and happy retirement Marilyn, you will be missed!

If you would like to learn more about retirement living at Delmanor Glen Abbey or to arrange a tour of the residence, please contact Nicole McNall or Monique Kuhn, Marketing & Community Relations Managers at (905) 469-3232 or online at delmanor.com

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Progressive Bridge at Delmanor Prince Edward

The ladies and gentlemen of Delmanor Prince Edward and guests were treated to an afternoon of Progressive Dessert Bridge, hosted by Alex Kornel.

Alex Kornel is a Gold Life Master with 4000 master points. He has been playing bridge since he was 7 years old. He and his wife, Barbara Seagram, own and operate the Barbara Seagram School of Bridge. Alex is a certified director and instructor and has a great love of the game.

The Delmanor Bridge players learned some finer points of the game from Alex, and enjoyed delicious fresh Strawberry Shortcake  after the event.

Alex Kornel (left) with the four winners

If you are interested in learning about the next Bridge Tournament held at Delmanor Prince Edward, or for further information about the retirement community, please contact Pam or Julie, Marketing & Community Relations Managers at (416) 233-0725 or visit online at delmanor.com

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Delmanor Northtown's Better Hearing Seminar

A hearing problem, even a mild difficulty, can keep you from being fully connected to the world and people around you. 

Alex

Andreas, guest speaker and Audiologist spent 3 years at the prestigious National Centre for Audiology. He worked in a scientific setting, published acoustical research, and conducted clinical field trails on hearing aid technology and implementing policy change on how hearing aid performance is evaluated.  

Hearing Specialist Andreas

He and his team shared valuable information regarding types of hearing loss, and about the hearing system and its rehabilitation with the residents of Delmanor Northtown and invited guests.   One on one, residents could speak with a hearing specialist to learn about the latest technology.

Hearing Solutions Team with Anne Marie

Many people are not satisfied with their existing hearing aids or are recognizing that they are starting to have difficulties with their hearing.   For both, the Hearing Seminar was a welcomed opportunity to begin to improve the way they hear the world.

One on one time with Andreas

If you would like to learn about other interesting seminars coming to Delmanor Northtown, or to arrange a tour, please contact Laurie Fortin or Keri Mingo, Marketing & Community Relations Managers at (416) 225-9146 or visit online at delmanor.com

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Meditation & Relaxation at Delmanor Glen Abbey

Medical mysteries are often shrouded in sciences that often make us feel as though we are at their mercy. History proves however that a person can take direct control of their own well-being to affect their physical health, their mental capacities, and spiritual growth. The practice of meditation has been a focus of ongoing attention at Delmanor Glen Abbey, and it has given the residents another order of control over their overall well-being.

Many cultures throughout the ages have turned to meditation to calm their inner voices.  The Delmanor residents were fortunate to have the help of a certified Hypnotist and Reiki Master to guide them through the process of calming their minds, relaxing their tensions, and finding an inner peace that is often difficult to attain. 

Through a step-by-step tour, the residents relaxed their bodies slowly with deliberate direction, placing them in tune with their pulses and their own natural methods of self-repair. Participants learned to watch themselves for signs of stress that otherwise might get ignored throughout the day, and provided tools and methods to take command over stress.

Being a shared experience, everyone who attended was guided back to full wakefulness and glances that implied the question of ‘did you feel that too?’ , that were traded when everyone realized that meditation can offer a much more refreshed feeling of control over our whole selves. The Glen Abbey residents realized that our natural levels of stress are something that we all attend to, and that exploring methods of conquering feelings of anxiety as well as feelings of powerlessness over health issues is always a worthwhile endeavor.

If you would like to gain more information about other programs coming to Delmanor Glen Abbey, or to arrange a tour of the residence, please contact Nicole McNall or Monique Kuhn, Marketing & Community Relations Managers at (905) 469-3232 or online at delmanor.com 

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21st Annual RHAA Golf Tournament

On May 9^th a foursome from Delmanor participated in the 21^st Annual Ryerson Hospitality Alumni Association (RHAA) Golf Tournament at Cardinal Golf Club, in support of the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. The proceeds from the event support funding scholarships, awards and sponsoring events for those students working towards their degree in hospitality and tourism management.

One of the most active alumni associations on campus, the Ryerson Hospitality Alumni Association strives to connect past and current students of the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management Program through communication and experience. The RHAA is proud of their alumni’s achievements and aspirations as they strive to continuously help new students learn from alumni experiences from within the industry.

Sheldon Gould, Chief Operating Officer of Delmanor Retirement Communities, a proud alumnus of Ryerson’s school of Hospitality and Tourism Management was joined on the course by representatives from Delmanor Northtown (North York), Delmanor Wynford (North York), and Delmanor Elgin Mills (Richmond Hill) on what turned out to be an amazing day – with beautiful sun!!

 Although Delmanor was not the winning team, the proceeds went to an amazing program that has produced several current Delmanor Team Members. Delmanor would like to send a big “THANK-YOU” to Ryerson for their amazing contributions to this industry.  Delmanor is thrilled to sponsor such a wonderful and beneficial educational institution.

  

If you would like to learn more about retirement living at Delmanor Elgin Mills, or to arrange a tour of the retirement residence, please contact Susan Applebaum or James Lofranco, Marketing & Community Relations Managers at (905) 770-7963 or online at delmanor.com

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The Art of Tattooing at Delmanor Glen Abbey!

The art of tattooing has been around for centuries.  Ancient people began putting ink to skin in a way that was almost instinctual, one of few behavioral traits from ancient times that still exists today.

Civilizations all throughout history have used tattooing as a way to signify rank, and to display messages upon oneself.  The residents of Delmanor Glen Abbey were given an opportunity to learn about the interesting history of tattooing, their limitless meanings, current health and safety regulations that are used in North America, and even the opportunity to try a simulation using tools that are in practice today.

Canadian seniors today come from a rich and diverse history, with many life experiences and events that are often captured in tattoos.  Wars, loved family members, and historical happenings have been captured on the skin of some of the Delmanor Glen Abbey residents themselves.

The 'Tattoo Tryouts" gave the Delmanor Glen Abbey residents an opportunity to try the art from the other side of the canvas, and also those that may have been fearful of the art, an opportunity to experience tattooing first hand.  Conversations were sparked with those residents with tattoos as to their particular meanings, historical significance and timing of when they received their tattoos.

A simulation ended the gathering when a tattoo machine was reassembled with a ballpoint pen in the place of needles.  This demonstration allowed those that were interested a chance to operate the machines in a safe environment.  The buzzing and vibrations provoked many laughs, along with those who realized that their inhibitions were not only easily conquered, but fun!

If you would like to learn more about retirement living at Delmanor Glen Abbey, or to arrange a tour of the residence, please contact Nicole McNall or Monique Kuhn, Marketing & Community Relations Manages at (905) 469-3232, or visit online at delmanor.com

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