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Author: Editorial Team

Pat is posing after riding on the hot air balloon.

Pat is Cleared for Takeoff

Posted on: February 28, 2023 Last updated on: February 28, 2023 Written by: Editorial Team
Have you ever experienced a magical event from a distance, but never had the chance to participate yourself? For Pat, 87, resident at Chartwell Carrington Place in Vernon, B.C., it is the magic of floating through the air with ease…
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Marjorie and her group in front of the Royal Alexandra Theatre

Marjorie Revisits the Theatre

Posted on: February 2, 2023 Last updated on: February 16, 2023 Written by: Editorial Team
The theatre has always held a special place in Marjorie’s heart. She and her late husband, Bob, loved making the drive into Toronto to see a variety of legendary performances over the years at the Royal Alexandra Theatre, a national…
Continue reading “Marjorie Revisits the Theatre”…
Eric Sets Sail Again

Eric Sets Sail Again

Posted on: December 9, 2022 Last updated on: January 27, 2023 Written by: Editorial Team
What does November 11th mean to you? For Eric, 86, a resident at Chartwell Hampton House in Chilliwack, B.C., the day brings back fond memories of his time spent at sea while part of the Royal Canadian Navy. Eric was…
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Rachelle sees the world from a new point of view

Rachelle Sees the World from a New Point of View

Posted on: December 5, 2022 Last updated on: December 6, 2022 Written by: Editorial Team
Everybody pursues a different goal in life. For Rachelle, 84, resident at Chartwell Cité-Jardin in Gatineau, she feels fulfilled by overcoming new challenges that help prove to herself and others her own strength and capability. Rachelle has always been generous…
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Evelyn is celebrating her birth day with her family.

Evelyn Celebrates Decked in Blue

Posted on: December 2, 2022 Last updated on: January 27, 2023 Written by: Editorial Team
If you can’t attend a Blue Jays game, you can always bring the Blue Jays to you! In honour of Evelyn’s 102nd birthday, the die-hard Blue Jays fan received a birthday celebration she won’t soon forget. Evelyn, resident at Chartwell…
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On October 7, Eileen and Alex, accompanied by their son, daughter-in-law and granddaughter, celebrated their love while watching their beloved Tiger-Cats in person at Tim Hortons field.

The Tudoroff’s Travel Back in Time

Posted on: December 1, 2022 Last updated on: February 16, 2023 Written by: Editorial Team
Imagine if you and your partner could travel back in time to the place where you first fell in love. For Eileen and Alex, both 89 years-old from Hamilton, Ontario, it’s on the bleachers of the football stadium watching the…
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Melanie is joyfully posing in front of the helicopter.

Melanie Takes Flight

Posted on: November 24, 2022 Last updated on: December 2, 2022 Written by: Editorial Team
Have you ever missed the opportunity to experience a once-in-a-lifetime event? For Melanie, 87, a resident at Chartwell Domaine Notre-Dame in Gatineau, it was the chance to fly over her hometown of Blue Sea, near Maniwaki. Mélanie is a dedicated…
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Christa is posing on the Baff mountain top with Chartwell Foundation members.

Christa Scales the Mountains Again

Posted on: November 22, 2022 Last updated on: January 27, 2023 Written by: Editorial Team
Nostalgia is usually triggered by an object, place, or experience that one holds near and dear to their heart. For Christa, 95, resident at Chartwell Eau Claire in Calgary, the mountains are her nostalgic place. Born in the Czech Republic,…
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Portrait of Joseph Coughlin

Joseph Scores a Touchdown

Posted on: October 31, 2022 Last updated on: January 27, 2023 Written by: Editorial Team
Whether it’s hockey, baseball or football, Toronto sports teams have a loyal following from people of all ages and backgrounds. For Joseph, 91, resident at Chartwell Avondale in Toronto, the Argonauts have always held a special place in his heart. …
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Shirley Burke Packing Food - 5 Stars

Shirley Feeds The Hungry

Posted on: February 1, 2020 Last updated on: November 22, 2022 Written by: Editorial Team
Long Term Care resident Shirley selflessly asked for a wish to help others. Shirley and her son Paul volunteered at a mission for the homeless, sorting food, serving meals and raising awareness for an organization dedicated to helping.
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Recent news

28 Feb

Pat is Cleared for Takeoff

Have you ever experienced a magical event from a distance, but never had the chance to participate yourself? For Pat, 87, resident at Chartwell Carrington Place in Vernon, B.C., it is the magic of floating through the air with ease…
Continue reading “Pat is Cleared for Takeoff”…
02 Feb

Marjorie Revisits the Theatre

The theatre has always held a special place in Marjorie’s heart. She and her late husband, Bob, loved making the drive into Toronto to see a variety of legendary performances over the years at the Royal Alexandra Theatre, a national…
Continue reading “Marjorie Revisits the Theatre”…
09 Dec

Eric Sets Sail Again

What does November 11th mean to you? For Eric, 86, a resident at Chartwell Hampton House in Chilliwack, B.C., the day brings back fond memories of his time spent at sea while part of the Royal Canadian Navy. Eric was…
Continue reading “Eric Sets Sail Again”…

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