JANUARY 2024
STRATFORD
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SHARING THE JOY OF THE SEASON
Children from Little Ducklings daycare visited residents at Andrews of Stratford in December for a morning of Christmas music and story-sharing. Pictured from left to right is Vaila, Elena and resident Evelyn Rafuse.
ABOVE & BEYOND ACTIVE AT ANDREWS
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RESIDENT RECIPES ABOVE & BEYOND
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PET THERAPY RESIDENT RECIPE
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UPDATE FROM STRATFORD Dear family members and friends of Andrews of Stratford, We had a lovely December at our home. We celebrated Christmas, enjoyed live musical guests and hosted a special morning with children from Little Ducklings daycare. This month we look forward to more live music, a special winter buffet and our first men’s club meeting. With 2023 behind us, I’d like to wish all our residents and their families a wonderful new year. Thank you for your continued trust as we embark on another year together. Sincerely,
- Roxanne
ROXANNE THIBODEAU : DIRECTOR OF CARE
Team member Laura MacArthur, an LPN, and resident Anna Doucette share a laugh while walking to lunch at Andrews of Summerside.
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Holiday celebrations Our residents celebrated the season all through December, with activites like gingerbread house competitions, festive musical performances and visits from Little Ducklings daycare and École François-Buote.
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ANDREWS COOKBOOK SUGAR COOKIES
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 we feature a sugar cookie recipe from resident Wanda Ings.
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Sugar Cookies
Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening 1 cup sugar 1 egg 3 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1 tsp vanilla 1/4 cup of milk
Directions Combine ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Roll into thin layer of dough and cut into desired shapes. Baked in preheated 350 F degree oven for 8-10 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on a baking sheet before serving or decorating.
Photos by Nathan Rochford. Cookies prepared by Andrews' culinary team.
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ABOVE & BEYOND DECEMBER WINNER Every month our team and residents recognize one team member for showing exceptional care Shianne was recognized for going above and beyond. Our Above and Beyond winner for July is Shianne Retieff. Shianne consistently goes above and beyond for our residents and her team members. We are lucky to have her. Shianne started working as a housekeeper at Andrews of Stratford in 2022. Prior to joining our team, she worked on the front desk at the Quality Inn. In her experience, Andrews is one big family. “I really enjoy the atmosphere,” she said. “Everyone is super friendly. I really like how everyone really cares about the residents.” When she’s not at work, Shianne keeps busy spending time with her four kids and tending to her event décor business Shiny Custom Designs.
SHIANNE RETIEFF : STRATFORD JOINED IN 2022
Take a look at some of our activities planned for this month!
JANUARY SUNDAY
MONDAY
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TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
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9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - FUN & FITNESS 2 PM - WELCOME JANUARY 2024 WITH THE MUSIC MAKERS
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - ANDREWS STRUMMERS UKULELE 2 PM - CHURCH SERVICE WITH REV ARNOLD STAIRS
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - FUN & FITNESS 2 PM - MUSIC WITH IMAGINE FIVE MONA, CHERRY, PEGGY & ROSEMARY
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - FUN & FITNESS 2 PM - MUSIC WITH THE CROWBLACK CHICKENS
SATURDAY
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10:30 AM - TRINITY UNITED CHURCH CHANNEL 610
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - FUN & FITNESS 2 PM - COME AND ENJOY ENTERTAINMENT WITH STEVE ZAAT
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - FUN & FITNESS 2 PM - HEALTH CHAT WITH MEGAN MURPHY COMMUNITY CARE MANAGER
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - ANDREWS STRUMMERS UKULELE 2 PM - CHURCH SERVICE WITH REV ARNOLD STAIRS
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - CATHOLIC SERVICE WITH FATHER PRAVEEN & SISTER ANNE 1:30 PM - MUSIC WITH DAVID MOORE
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - FUN & FITNESS WINTER BUFFET 2 PM - ENTERTAINER BILL MACINTYRE
HAPPY BIRTHDAY AUDREY DOHERTY
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10:30 AM - SERVICE WITH SISTER ANNE MACDONALD IN THE CHAPEL
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS EDUCATION FOR STAFF IN THE ACTIVITY ROOM 2 PM - LET’S PLAY WINTERTIME BINGO!
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - FUN & FITNESS 2 PM - MUSIC WITH HELEN MACCRAE, EVELYN MCCARTHY, GARY GAGON
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - ANDREWS STRUMMERS UKULELE 2 PM - CHURCH SERVICE WITH REV ARNOLD STAIRS
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - FUN & FITNESS 2 PM - SWEET MUSIC WITH THE MACDONALD SISTERS
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - MEN’S CLUB HOSTED BY NATHAN 2 PM - TUNES WITH CLIFF MARTIN
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ADA CAMPBELL
NOMADIC
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10:30 AM - TRINITY UNITED CHURCH CHANNEL 610
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - FUN & FITNESS 2 PM - MUSIC MAKERS ENTERTAINMENT & BIRTHDAY PARTY
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - ANDREWS STRUMMERS UKULELE 2 PM - CHURCH SERVICE WITH REV ARNOLD STAIRS
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - CATHOLIC SERVICE WITH FATHER WILLICK & SISTER ANNE 2 PM - THE ELDERLY BOTHERS & LITTLE SIS ENTERTAINMENT
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - FUN & FITNESS 2 PM - LET’S PLAY WINTERTIME BINGO
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PHYLLIS MACDONALD
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JEANETTE PIRKEY
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - FUN & FITNESS 2 PM - MUSIC WITH WITH FULLERTON’S MARSH RANDY, FRANK & WILLY
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10:30 AM - SERVICE WITH SISTER ANNE MACDONALD IN THE CHAPEL
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - FUN & FITNESS 2 PM - COME AND ENJOY THE CORNWALL MISFITS
9:15 AM - NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - FUN & FITNESS 2 PM - WINTER POETRY, PROSE AND PIANO MUSIC WITH PROF TERRY PRATT 3 PM - BRIDGE CLUB
9:15 AM NEWS & VIEWS 10:30 AM - ANDREWS STRUMMERS UKULELE 2 PM - CHURCH SERVICE WITH REV ARNOLD STAIRS
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GAMES Sudoku
Community Cash 50/50
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.
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.
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