KWCC Newsletter-June, 2015

Community Events Chronicle

June 2015

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LIFE Enrichment Award:

We are very proud to Announce that Kings Way Care Centre and

Kennebec Manor were the recipients of the Life Enrichment Award

presented at the Annual General Meeting for the New Brunswick

Association of Nursing Homes. This award is presented to a long

term care facility in our province that demonstrates initiatives which enhances the Quality of

Life of those living in our homes and community. This award was presented to Kings Way Care

Centre and Kennebec Manor for the development of our Intergenerational Summer Camp. This

camp has enriched the lives of our residents and campers fostering fun, education and long

term friendships!!

Terry MacNeil Wellness Award:

We are so thrilled to announce that our very own Michelle Allain was

the recipient of the Terry MacNeil Wellness Award. Michelle

currently works at Kings Way, however had worked at Kennebec for

many years. This award is given to a staff member who demonstrates

behaviors that support mental and physical wellness in our homes.

Michelle accepted the role of Wellness Champion at Kings Way in

July of 2014. In her acceptance letter Michelle stated, “I am excited

to give back to my co-workers, for all they have done and continue to do each day. My hope is

that I can do my co-workers and management team proud”. Well, Michelle, you certainly made

us all very proud! Thank you and Congratulations!!

Judy Lane, CEO and

Megan O’Hara

Judy Lane, CEO, Sandra

Quigg, Michelle Allain

and Pat Hutchison

Lower Party June 26th at 1PMLower Party June 26th at 1PMLower Party June 26th at 1PM Upper Party June 26th at 2PMUpper Party June 26th at 2PMUpper Party June 26th at 2PM

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KENNEBECASIS

Calvin Ogilvie

June 20th

ROTHESAY

Dorothy Dixon

June 1st

Melvin Little

June 1st

Opal Fitzherbert

June 19th

QUISPAMSIS

Millie Martin

June 8th

Donna Leard

June 13th

Shirley Whitenect

June 13th

Evelyn Ingersoll

June 23rd

Dorothy MacMurray

June 23rd

Tribute Cards Tribute Cards Tribute Cards Tribute Cards

Tribute Cards are an attractive and efficient way to send caring messages to family and friends,

and at the same time support our Foundation. A lovely, personalized message printed

on a special card is sent to the recipient, and a tax receipt is issued for your kind

donation, for a minimum donation of $10.00.

Please visit our website or call the Foundation office at 847-1131, ext. 1124 .

A gift set of 8 cards & envelopes make a great gift for $20.00

Rothesay Neighbourhood staff & residents are organizing a Silent Auction for the 2015

KWCC Walk-A-Thon. We are looking for Auction Items from Rothesay staff, residents

& their families.

Please drop off your items to the Rothesay Care Station. The Auction items will be on

display in the 2nd Floor Dining Room

Auction opens for bids on Wednesday, June 3

Closes on Wednesday, June 24 at 3pm.

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Barb Hickey donated a lovely photograph of

the Quaco Head Lighthouse taken by her

husband, Don.

Don was a resident in the Rothesay neighborhood and

passed away on January 28,

2015.

Drop by the Rothesay

neighbourhood and view the

photo.

Welcome to KWCC

We would like to welcome a new

resident, please introduce yourself

and make her feel at home.

Margaret Reynolds

Kennebecasis Neighborhood

Fundraising Raffle on a Baby Quilt

We are holding a raffle on a baby quilt to raise funds for the Recreation Program. The quilt is located in the lobby and was donated by one of our volunteers, Barb Mackie. Tickets are on sale at the front desk. Tickets are $2 each or 3 for $5.

Cathy McHugh, who donated a Roho cushion in memory of her

father and mother, Larry and Norma Ryan. Larry was a resident

in Quispamsis neighborhood and Norma was a respite care

resident. Cathy donated it on behalf of her family.

Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast

Our volunteers are an integral part of bringing joy to our residents. Recently, Kings Way Care Centre celebrated our many volunteers with a delicious

breakfast of pancakes, bacon, sausage and all the trimmings.

Special mention to Jennifer Tobias with 4,711 hours, Phyllis Currie with 2,172 hours, Cynthia Cudmore with 1,648 hours and Albert Schyf with 1,093 hours. We would also like to congratulate Larry Greer, one of our faithful bus

drivers, on receiving his 500 hour pin!

Thank you to all our volunteers - you make a difference!

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Paul Ouelette’s Happy 50th Birthday

What a great day Paul had with over 100 well-wishers joining in his

celebration. Anyone who’s been in contact with Paul, knows he is an

over-the-top Montreal Canadien’s fan!! One of his former high school

friends, Bev Long, was able to have “The Canadiens” send him a special

autographed birthday card. This was one of the highlights of the day.

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The children from Lakefield Elementary School visited Kings Way Care Centre residents along with

residents from Kennebec Manor. The kids brought their homemade kites with them and were joined by the

residents in flying them. At noon the residents and students enjoyed BBQ hotdogs. Everyone had a

wonderful day!!

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KV Residents enjoyed the monthly birthday party with an afternoon of entertainment by Layton and his

wife. Smiles all around - thank you!!

Proud Dad!

Kiss from Mom!

Thank You to an Awesome Staff!

To the awesome staff at Kings Way Care

Centre...the care and compassion you show

every day make the happiness below

happen for our residents. From making a bed

to giving a hug, you are appreciated.

God bless each one of you!!

Beautiful Inside and Out!

Thank you to the

graduates who came

to visit our residents

with their beautiful

gowns and suits.

What a fashion show !

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Pastor’s Corner

“But when the fullness of the time was come, God sent forth His Son… to redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption

of sons.” Galatians 4:4-5

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Protestant Communion - Wednesday, June 10th at 1:00PM in Chapel

Anglican Communion - Thursday, June 18th at 2:00PM in Chapel with

Rev. Peter Gillies

Catholic Communion - every Wednesday - 11:30AM in Chapel

Bible Study - every Wednesday - 10:30AM in KV

Bible Study - Wednesday - June 3rd, 17th & 24th - 1:00PM in Chapel

Sunday Worship - every Sunday - 2:30PM

RC Liturgy of Word with Eucharist - Cancelled until September

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June Events

June 04 Thu 10:30AM St. Paul’s Chimes Upper Level

Thursdays 1:30PM Garden Club Bus Outing

June 8 Mon 5:45PM Music - Delbert Lower Level

June 12 Fri 1 & 2:00PM Music - Layton Lower/Upper

June 13 Sat 11:30AM Walk-A-Thon Front Yard

June 19 Fri 2:00PM Father’s Day Party Lower/Upper

June 26 Fri 1:00PM Birthday Party Lower Level

June 26 Fri 2:00PM Birthday Party Upper Level

June 27 Sat 2:00PM Music - Debbie Harrity Upper Level