June 2013
NEW DIRECTOR OF RESIDENT CARE AT SVNC
We are very pleased to announce that Alyssa Culp has accepted the position of Director of Resident Care at Saugeen Valley Nursing Center. Alyssa brings with her a great knowledge of nursing practice, and is a wonderful asset to us with her previous experience at Saugeen Valley Nursing Center. As most of you know, Alyssa was previously the RAI/Restorative Care Coordinator and BSO Nurse at SVNC. This experience will enable her in her new opportunity as DRC. We are thrilled that Alyssa will lead our nursing team and we are confident that her past experiences will positively impact the Home. Welcome to your new role Alyssa.
Father’ Day – June 16th
Fatherly Quotes
“Fatherhood is pretending the present you love most is soap-on-a-rope.” ~ Bill Cosby
“My father was an amazing man. The older I got, the smarter he got.” ~ Mark Twain
“It doesn’t matter who my father was; it matters who I remember he was.” ~ Anne Sexton
“A truly rich man is one whose children run into his arms when his hands are empty.” ~ Unknown
WISHING EVERY FATHER AT SVNC A TRULY REMARKABLE FATHER’S DAY!
Summer Trips
Throughout the summer months we will be going on short excursions with small groups of residents and larger group outings by bus. We invited family to partake in these outings as it allows for more residents to enjoy them. Please contact Shelley at 519-323-2140 at ext. #25 should you be able to join us. Remember that bus trips fill up fast so don’t be disappointed, reserve your seat early.
Grand River Raceway Trip – June 26th
Enjoy a horse racing and dining experience at the Grand River raceway. Book your seat with us by June 10th should you wish to join your loved one on this trip. We have to confirm our reservation with the raceway in advance to reserve seating for dinner. Additionally, payment is required upfront. Don’t be disappointed. Call Shelley & reserve you seat right away.
Alzheimer Support Groups
The Alzheimer’s Society of Guelph Wellington holds monthly caregiver support meetings at SVNC. Anyone wishing to take part in these supportive meetings is invited to contact Kayla at 519-836-7672 for more information. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 25th from 1:30-3:30PM in the SVNC library.
YEARS YOUNG CLUB!
Gladys Ernst June 1st – HAPPY 101st BIRTHDAY GLADYS
Art Ford June 3rd
Florence Duncan June 6th
Evelyn Adlam June 14th
Marion O’Shea June 17th
Marie Flemington June 19th
Ken Kingston June 19th
WELCOME
Iva Ritchie
Sheila Fowler
Margarete Streu
FAREWELL
Betty Hall & Dotte Lynn Egerton moved closer to family
WITH SYMPATHY
Merv Rainey
Lorraine Herold
Elliott “Buck” Rawn
