Andrews of Park West

Why we walk

Being on the front lines of senior care, we ’ ve seen the impact Alzheimer’s can have on an individual and their family This year, we will again be the leader-level sponsor of the annual Alzheimer's walk in Moncton, N B Likewise, our Island homes will be participating as one Andrews team under the name the Andrews Rockstars. All funds raised by team members will be matched dollar for dollar by Andrews Senior Care. This month, join us and together, with the Alzheimer Society of Canada, we can make a difference. Click here to support our team

UPDATE FROM PARK WEST

Dear family members and friends of Andrews of Park West,

This month our residents and team will be celebrating Mother's Day, Victor and recognizing our nurses and nurses everywhere during National Nurses

We will also be fundraising again this year for the IG Wealth Management W for Alzheimer's In a change from previous years, Andrews is entering one t with members from all our homes. We are excited to be a part of this impor cause

Happy May

Sincerely,

Team member Laura MacArthur, an LPN, and resident Anna Doucette share a laugh while walking to lunch at Andrews of Summerside

Joan DeNoon smiles while enjoying some ice cream during a recent spring party at Andrews of Summerside.

Elayne Morrison enjoys a dish of ice cream with strawberry sauce.

Andrews of Summerside resident Anna Doucette takes her turn bowling using assisted ramp which allows residents to bowl without compromising their balance.

Gerda Klein takes part in Knitting Club at Andrews of Charlottetown.

Janice Morgan works on a project during Knitting Club.

ANDREWS COOKBOOK

In every family there's that one dish that mom or dad makes better than anyone else in the world Maybe it's dad's chili recipe, or mom ' s secret to perfect ginger snap cookies These dishes and desserts become family legend, favourites at holiday parties, birthdays or family dinners The recipes are often passed down through generations and become a part of a family's story We wanted to share those stories

Every month we feature a different recipe submitted by one of our residents.

This month our Resident Recipe series features a decadent chocolate cake, submitted by Hazel Mallett This cake was a favourite for birthdays, so much so that Hazel renamed it "Pete's Special Cake," after her son Peter

Pete's Special Chocolate Cake

Ingredients

1 1/2 cup of white sugar

1 3/4 cup of flour

1/2 cup shortening

1 1/4 cup of milk

1 tbsp baking soda

1/2 cup cocoa

2 eggs

Vanilla

Directions

Combine ingredients in a large mixing bowl to make the cake batter Use an electric mixer for best results

Pour batter into round 9” X 13” cake pan and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes

Once the cake is finished baking, let it cool before decorating with your preferred icing

Photos by Nathan Rochford. Cake prepared by Andrews' culinary team.

Andrews of Summerside resident Hazel Mallett.

'I feel his presence'

Steve Zaat continues father's tradition of playing Andrews Senior Care homes

Stepping inside Andrews of Stratford for the first time was an emotional experience for Steve Zaat

For years before his death in January 2021, Steve’s father Cornelius “Con” Zaat, a beloved P E I musician, played regularly at Andrews Senior Care homes So, when Steve, a musician in his own right, started doing shows with Andrews in 2022, it felt like a sort of homecoming.

“I feel his presence, ” Steve said of the activity room where his father spent so much of his later years entertaining residents “I feel honoured to be able to follow in those particular footsteps I know he was really proud that music had continued.”

Music has always been central in Steve’s life Whether it was playing guitar around the house as a teenager, or singing with his sister in the local Dutch choir As he got older, music became less of a private passion and more of a trade In 2022, Steve released his second studio album “Not that Far”, which explores themes of grief, loss and healing.

His decision to start playing senior care homes was influenced by seeing the joy his father brought to people as well as his own religious beliefs

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“I wanted to do something that was purposeful,” Steve, who is Baháʼí, said “I could play at a pub and sell a bunch of drinks, but with a bit of a higher purpose in mind, I feel like performing for seniors takes it a step above ”

Sharon Woods-Bryenton, program coordinator at Andrews of Stratford, said having Steve perform has been a treat for the residents

“’Con’ was an Island treasure and our residents loved his visits and music,” she said. “When Steve called after he moved back to the Island, I knew it would be like having a part of ‘Con’ back Both Steve and Con are extremely accomplished musicians, but it really is their heart that shines through as you can see the joy they give and get from performing and sharing music with our residents ”

Which for Steve, has always been the point

“I feel like live music is good for anyone at any age, ” Steve said “It just reaches the heart and brings back memories. There’s a couple of songs I do where everybody sings along. It’s heartening.”

An added benefit is meeting residents who remember “Con”

“A lot of the places I play, they know him,” Steve said “When I played Andrews of Charlottetown, eight people came up to me and said ‘I knew your father ’ I get to tell the story about dad when I’m performing here He’s the reason I’m here doing this in the first place ”

'Con' poses for a photo with former residents Gerald and Ann Ells.

Steve performs "Prince Edward Island, A Home Away from Home,' written by his father "Con" Zaat. Listen to more of Steve's music here

ABOVE & BEYOND

Donna was recognized for going above and beyond

Our Above and Beyond winner for April is Donna LeClair

Donna always keeps residents in mind and focuses on personcentered care She’s always willing to go the extra mile We are fortunate to have her at Andrews of Park West

Donna has been working with Andrews of Park West as a caregiver, shift supervisor and preceptor for incoming caregivers for more than 10 years

“I always wanted to work in care, since I was a kid,” she said, adding she especially enjoys working in senior care “I love coming to work.”

Her commitment to care extends beyond the doors of Park West It’s not uncommon for Donna to take home residents’ clothing or garments that need mending and fix them up herself “I’ll take it home and mend it up, ” she said “You’ve got to be a jack of all trades You do what you have to do ”

Every month our team and residents recognize one team member for showing exceptional care

DONNA LECLAIR : PARK WEST JOINED IN 2011

GAMES

Sudoku

The object of the puzzle is to fill the remaining squares, using all the numbers 1–9 exactly once in each row, column, and the nine 3 × 3 subgrids

Community Cash 50/50

Weekly 50/50 draw in support of support not for profit groups including Murphy s Pharmacies Community Centre and the Holland College Athletics Department Anyone can play for just $2/week