The Delmanor Glen Abbey team are very grateful to those in our community who are working tirelessly during this pandemic. It takes all of us together to get through these challenging times, and sometimes it’s the smallest of gestures that have the ability to brighten someone else’s mood or give them strength during a difficult […]
2020 was a challenging and difficult year for many people and especially for those families who lost their income. At Delmanor Northtown we wanted to support families, seniors and children in our community that are struggling with food insecurity and to help provide access to nourishing meals. Millions of visits are made by people to food […]
Since the pandemic began in March, Residents have had to adjust to their new normal, and that includes losing the benefits of regular excursions and visits from family and friends. Prior to the pandemic, Residents had regular excursions in order to pick up supplies and to do any shopping that was needed. With restrictions in […]
During a holiday season when we are spending a great deal of time at home and often alone, it was a surprise and a delight to have two jolly friends from Delmanor show up at the door with a holiday sweet box. Red boxes with Delmanor ribbons were filled with homemade Chef created shortbread and […]
For the last few years it has been a Wynford tradition to have an excursion to cut down a real tree for everyone to enjoy and celebrate at Christmas time. Given the circumstances upon us this year, the Wynford team decided to venture out for a tree while Residents zoomed in from the safety of […]
There is something very special about Christmas time, it is that time of year when we don’t only come together as families, but communities as well. A local community group called “The Rise and Shine Seniors Project” provides support and love to seniors during the holidays. During this challenging time, the group has made changes […]
For another surprise during our Twelve Days of Christmas Event, Santa and one of his elves made a stop in the dining room to deliver gifts to the Residents and to spread holiday cheer. Santa was met with delight by the excited Residents that were thrilled by the surprise arrival of their special guest. Although […]
Do you know how the tradition of a Christmas tree wreath originated? Christmas wreaths originally served as Christmas tree ornaments. These ornaments however were different than the decorations that we use today. The wreaths were formed into a wheel-like shape that was partially for convenience sake, as it was easy to hang a circle on […]
The Home Instead Senior Care ‘Santa to a Senior” program is designed to assist seniors that need a little extra support and who otherwise might not receive a gift at Christmas time. Delmanor Elgin Mills was thrilled to present Home Instead Senior Care with one thousand dollars in gift cards to help support their annual […]
Delmanor Elgin Mills was thrilled to present CHATS (Community Home Assistance for Seniors) with a cheque for $1,000 to help support the much needed services that they offer to communities in York Region. Chats was launched in 1980 and is a charitable organization that enhances the health, wellness, and independence of more than 8500 York […]
