Check out this month's Above and Beyond winner | p 10
cake at Andrews of
25th anniversary celebration on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025.
began operating in January 2000. More photos inside
RESIDENT RECIPES
DANCING AND GAME DAYS
Check out the rest of our photos from Andrews of Summerside’s 25 year anniversary! | p 3 Check out Summerside’s winter prom and photos from other activities this month | p 4-6
This month we feature a decadent butter tart recipe from resident Evelyn Rafuse | p 4-5
PET THERAPY
Spending time with animals proven to benefit seniors and people living with dementia | p 6-7
Check out our residents’ Valentine photos | p. 7-9
Director of Care Kim Jay helps 104-year-old Verna Phillips cut the
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ACTIVITIES UPDATE
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Andrews of Summerside celebrated 25 years of caring for Islanders on January 17. The home initially opened in January 2000. Residents, current and former staff as well as former residents’ families were invited to take part in the festivities. It was a wonderful afternoon.
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Andrews of Summerside residents were treated to a special prom night, courtesy of Three Oaks High School. TOSH students got dressed up and danced the night away with our residents.
F U N A N D G A M E S
Resident at Andrews of Stratford had fun playing games with Grade 6 students from Stratford Elementary. Students spent their morning playing cards, Jenga, checkers and even learning crib! Intergenerational experiences like this are so important and are a great way to connect with the community!
V A L E N T I N E C O U P L E S
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, we asked resident couples as well as residents and their spouses, what they appreciate most about each other. Here’s what they had to say:
Ron Burnell & Jean Proffitt - Andrews of Parkhill
“She’s very lovey-dovey.” – Ron “He has a caring personality. Good looks.” – Jean
& Mary
“What I appreciate most is all the years we spent together. Her smile, her looks of course, just everything about her.” – Bert
Roger & Lorraine Arsenault (Married 64 years) - Andrews of Summerside
“Sixty-four years and I don’t think we went to bed one night where we
Fred & Arlene Gallant (Married 70 years)Andrews of Summerside
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Wilcox (Married 61 years) - Andrews of Summerside
David and Iris Rogers (Married 64 years) – Andrews of Stratford “His continuing sense of humour.” – Iris “Everything.” – David
Anita and Ivan Morrison (Married 63 years) – Andrews of Stratford
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Mike Perry & Shirley Gallant - Andrews of Parkhill
He’s a handsome son of a gun.” - Shirley “She’s good. She’s well proportioned.” - Mike
Charles & Erma Palmer (Married 70 years) - Andrews of Parkhill
He was always good to the children.” – Erma “She’s perfect for me.” – Charles
James & Brenda Burrell (Married 42 years)Andrews of Summerside
His sense of humour. Just his loving ways.” - Brenda “Her cooking. I taught her how to cook.” – James
David & Diane Hamilton (Married 64 years) - Andrews of Summerside
“She’s always been very caring and always puts others before herself. We have been married for 64 years.” – David
John and Anne Cameron – (Married 69 years)Andrews of Park West “We have an interesting and happy life together.” - Anne
Carl & Toice Millar (Married 59 years) - Andrews of Summerside
Her patience and understanding.” – Carl “He’s dependable.” – Toice
Clyde and Jeanette Pirkey (Married 61 years)Andrews of Stratford “She puts up with me.” - Clyde “How much he loved and supported me in our move to Andrews. I wouldn’t have done it without him.” - Jeanette
Sheldon and Ruth MacNevin (Married 67 years) – Andrews of Park West “She was the perfect wife as far as I’m concerned. No matter what I tried, she was always there.” – Sheldon “He was kind enough to hang on to me.” - Ruth
GETTING TO KN CATHY FISCHER
Cathy Fischer recently joined our team as Manager of Special Projects
Cathy will be helping us on our journey toward accreditation by reviewing policies, Accreditation Canada criteria and advising on how to ensure we reach the required standards
“It’s just an opportunity for me to share my experience, my knowledge that I’ve gained over the years and just to help if there are improvements that can be made and to highlight what’s being done well,” Cathy said
Cathy comes to us with decades of experience She is a graduate of Conestoga College and has been working as an RN since 1984 Throughout her career she’s worked in various roles, including 12 years in acute care as well as supervisory and management positions She’s worked in long-term care since 1997
We are thrilled to have Cathy as part of our Andrews team and look forward to working together toward our shared goal!
‘I found great treasures in it’
Art therapy and craft classes beneficial for seniors and people living with dementia
Andrews of Stratford resident Sarah MacQuarrie started painting after she had her first child and kept it up for most of her adult life.
“I found great treasures in it,” she said.
Now retired, Sarah doesn’t paint like she used to but instead finds creative release in art classes led by activity director Sharon Woods-Bryenton
“It gives me something to do,” Sarah said “I continue painting, in a sense, but I like to see little things come alive ”
Sarah is far from the only resident who feels this way Residents at all our Andrews and ProTem Memory Care homes find comfort, purpose and belonging in the art therapy classes provided
“Doing something creative can help boost mental health by stimulating different parts of the brain and provide a sense of accomplishment and improve self-esteem,” said Annelize Malan, activity director at Andrews of Summerside
Annelize organizes multiple art and craft projects a month and tries to mix up different mediums to keep residents interested
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Sarah MacQuarrie poses for a photo in front of some of her paintings at her room at Andrews of Stratford.
Annelize Malan instructs residents during a crafting class at Andrews of Summerside.
Komalpreet, activity assistant at Andrews of Summerside, helps residents during a recent craft class.
“Arts and crafts are not just painting a picture, but can be anything from knitting, sewing, painting to coloring,” she said. Most recently, residents worked on creating snowflakes using Q-tips and glue.
Andrews of Summerside resident Adele Gardiner was a professional quilter who ran a successful business selling quilts around the world She’s now a regular at art classes, always willing to try something new or challenge her skills
“I’ve done crafts all my life and I’m always looking for new ideas,” she said
Adele added, the social aspect of art classes is another positive
“I enjoy getting together with all these people,” she said
For Beulah Waite, who also lives at Andrews of Summerside, the classes are a great form of mental stimulation “You got to keep your mind working,” she said
The benefits for people living with dementia can be even more profound A report published in December in Scientific American showed working on an art project can lower cortisol (stress hormone) levels, improve cognition, sleep and mood
“There’s definitely a relaxation component,” said Adrienne Lacroix, activity director at our dementia care homes in Moncton “The after-effects are very beneficial ”
In addition to improvement in mood and overall sense of well-being, the art classes also provide a sense of accomplishment “They feel so proud,” Adrienne said “Just seeing that sense of pride is fantastic ”
Adrienne’s program focuses on learning about an artist first, then showing a documentary on the artwork and then providing an opportunity for the residents to express themselves. She plays classical or relaxing music and emphasizes the creative journey over the end result.
“We have residents who have their masters in art or were artists themselves,” she said. “But even residents who have no art background thoroughly enjoy it.”
Art and craft classes are a part of regular activity programming at all our P.E.I. senior care homes as well as our dementia care homes in Moncton. To see more about what each home has planned this month visit www.andrewsseniorcare.com or www.protem.ca.
ABOVE & BEYOND JANUARY WINNERS
SHELLY CAMPBELL : CHARLOTTETOWN JOINED IN 2024
was recognized for going above and beyond.
Our Above and Beyond winner for January is
Shelly is a hard-working, passionate LPN We are fortunate to have her at Andrews of Charlottetown
Shelly started working with us in late 2024 Prior to joining our team, she worked as an LPN in primary care in Summerside
She enjoys senior care and helping people
OUR OTHER HOMES
“I love working with the residents,” she said “Knowing that I’m helping them and making their life a little bit easier ”
Outside of work, Shelly enjoys spending time with her husband and three children
Paula Paynter : Parkhill
Irish Bawag : Park West
Teena George : Stratford
Shelly Campbell
Shelly
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Are you, a friend or family member looking to buy or sell a property?
You could earn up to $250. Read below to learn how.
We are pleased to offer a new Referral Program between Provincial Realty and Andrews Senior Care The Referral Program will work as follows:
Each employee that retains a Provincial Realty real estate advisor, or refers a friend or family member who uses their service for selling or purchasing properties over $150,000 will receive a gift card as a token of our appreciation
For more information, please contact Provincial Realty at 902 892 2266 or email us directly office@provincialrealty ca
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DON'T MISS OUT ON THESE BENEFITS
Paid vacation time starting at 4% per year (Approximately 2 weeks)
Health and dental coverage, of which we cover 50% of the costs
A pension plan where we match your contributions of up to 4% of your salary annually
A fitness subsidy of up to $250 annually
Discounts with local companies, including pharmacies, home heating oil providers and restaurants
