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From Your Manager,

Residency & Service Agreement

October 2019

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Adrian Boe

October, the second month of autumn, when nature shows it greatest splendor, and of course

Thanksgiving this month is on the 14th. Once again, I believe we have much to be thankful for, at

least that’s what most of you tell me. I also heard rumour of an Octoberfest Celebration; stay

tuned for details.

Brandon is busy preparing our home for winter, so be prepared, he may ask for access to your

suite for water shut-offs and such. It is a huge task to winterize Garden View. If your heat

doesn’t seem to respond, please report that to Sheri.

That’s all for now, as always, stay happy and healthy.

Regards,

Adrian

5.4 Adjustment to Rent, Service and Amenity Package, and Fees for Services:

Rates and fees for services are subject to review and change annually, typically on

January 1st. In the event of an increase, the Foundation shall provide written notice

to the Resident at least one month prior to the implementation of such increase.

Bus Trips

Oct. 1 - 9:00 Coaldale Bakery Oct. 3 - 9:45 Shopping at the Mall Oct. 4 - 1:00 Corn Maze Oct. 5 - 11:30 Horse Races at the Exhibition & lunch Oct. 10 - 9:30 Nanton Bomber Museum & lunch Oct. 11 - 11:00 Casino lunch & Walmart Oct. 18 - 12:15 Movie Mill Oct. 24 - 11:00 Lunch at DQ and Creepy Hollow tour Oct. 25 - 9:00 Walmart Oct. 25 - 1:30 Casino trip Oct. 28 - 9:00 All Lodges Crib Tournament Oct. 29 - 9:00 Out & About in LA

Flu vs The Cold

The flu and the common cold can often seem similar and are hard to distinguish one from the other. Both are self-limiting infections caused by viruses (the influenza virus causing the flu and rhinoviruses causing the majority of colds). Both lead to symptoms of a runny and stuffy nose, sneezing, a sore throat, aches and pains, coughing, and fatigue. The flu can have additional symptoms of a high fever lasting a few days, a headache, and more severe body aches. Both the flu and the common cold can only be treated symptomatically with over-the-counter products. The best way to prevent getting sick is by washing your hands thoroughly, especially after sneezing or coughing, and to get the annual influenza vaccine; talk to your pharmacist.

Influenza Clinic

Flu season will be

approaching us soon.

Don’t forget to get your Flu Shot!

Shoppers Drug Mart will be here

October 16 at 8:30.

All Residents are encouraged to

attend.

Congratulations to Step It Up Challenge 1st place winners - Team Piyami!

Team Piyami: Front L to R: Dorthy, Jamie, Chris, Sarah, Courtney, Susan, Kathleen, and Denise. Back: Terry, Katrina, Ken, Robin, Andrean. Missing: Shirley, Dorothy, Tammy, Stacey, Josie & Sam.

2nd place winners were a combined team of Alberta Rose, Administration staff, & Black Rock.

Team Alberta Rose: L to R: Kerry, Juanita, Administration Staff: L to R: resident Christine, Kalsey, Vicki, & Brenda. Brent, Lori, Stacy, & Brandi.

Team Black Rock: Seated L to R: Back row: Cindy, Josie,

Residents: Theodora, Sylvia, & Maxine. Ahling, Marcela, Missing: Rita & Michele. Nanette, & Karen.

Maintenance Corner

Chef’s Comments

Oct. 1 Jerry T.

Oct. 7 Dorina A.

Oct. 16 Lillie Q.

Oct. 18 Phyllis P.

Oct. 21 Keiko T.

Oct. 25 Carole H.

Due to the holiday on October 14, the next “Meet the Chef” meeting and kitchen tour will be held in November.

As always, if you have any comments or suggestions for the kitchen, please do not hesitate to fill out a comment card!

Tuesday, October 22 – We will be hosting an Oktoberfest Buffet at lunch time from 11:30 - 1:00. All are invited to join us for a smorgasbord of Oktoberfest favourites including bratwurst, schnitzel, pretzels, and beer!

Happy Thanksgiving!

I hope everyone has a chance to spend time

with family and friends over the holiday.

Quick Reminder (with the weather getting

colder outside now):

Please ensure windows are closed if

temperature outside is below 0; we don’t

want to freeze the radiator piping.

Thanks,

Brandon

Come and celebrate this

month’s birthdays with Tom

Price on October 17 at 2:00 in

the entertainment area.

Happy Birthday!

SPECIAL EVENTS

Oct 3 - 2:00 Doug & Friends

Oct 4 - 2:00 Gerry B-Kool

Oct 6 - 6:30 Salvation Army

Oct 9 - 10:00 Music Makers

Oct 10 - 2:00 Los Gringos

Oct 15 - 2:00 Yvonne Nelson

Oct 17 - 2:00 Birthday Party with Tom Price

Oct 18 - 2:00 Golden Mile Singers

Oct 22 - 2:00 Oktoberfest with Richard Wadham

Oct 24 - 2:00 Noel Burles

Oct 29 - 2:00 Tom’s Tunes

Oct 31 - 2:00 Halloween Party with Bob & Dennis

Reminders

Don’t forget the Music Makers will be here October 9 at 10:00 in the entertainment area.

Walmart Vision will be upstairs on October 9 at 10:30 to adjust your glasses.

Leister’s will be here at 9:00 on October 15 (upstairs) to check your walkers for the winter.

Leishman Hearing will be in the craft room on October 17 at 9:30 to maintain your hearing aids.

We will be having a Story Telling Session on October 23 at 10:00 in the TV room.

Dr. Williams will be here October 30 at 9:00. Please see Roberta for an appointment.

Please sign up for the Minor Ailments Clinic on October 31 at 10:00. Sign-up sheet is outside

Adrian’s office.

Emergency Procedures: Loss of Power

In the event we lose power in the lodge, we have plans in place to ensure continuation of services. There are several things you can do to stay safe:

1) Remain calm. 2) Ensure you have a flashlight in your suite and check on a regular basis to ensure the batteries

are still working. 3) If you are on oxygen, ensure you have adequate supplies and use your portable tanks until

power is restored. 4) Ensure your windows are closed and secured to help retain heat. 5) Fire doors close. Contact staff to assist you to open them.

Hot food and beverages may still be provided as we have gas stoves. For any other questions, please see your Manager.

Movie & Popcorn

Saturdays at 2:00

Come & enjoy

a great movie!

Nursing Students On Tuesday, October 1 from 8:00 to 11:00 and from 1:00 to 4:00, nursing students will be here to practice their “interviewing” skills. They will talk to you and ask you about your general health.

Massage Students On Wednesday, October 30, the students are back to offer free, 15-minute mini massages between 10 and 12 Noon. Please support the students and sign up for the mini massages!

We hope you sign up to help the students practice their newly acquired skills!