Lucienne is an 87-year-old lifelong Elvis Presley fan who, for nearly seven decades, had a dream to visit Graceland, the King’s home in Memphis, Tennessee. In the face of declining vision and a neurological disease that invokes tremors, Lucienne’s dream…
The Montreal Canadiens are engraved in Claudette’s heart!
Claudette has been a hockey fan since she was a teenager. Her passion for the sport began unexpectedly: when her father was ill, she watched hockey with him to keep him company during his recovery. Those moments strengthened their bond,…
Milan’s Racing Weekend
Milan Celebic, 83, enjoys watching various sports, but his all-time favourite is horse racing. He always attended live races as an avid fan up until the closure of the Windsor track many years ago. Since then, Milan dreamed of once…
Taking the train down memory lane
At 88 years old, Jacques Proulx’s long-held dream of taking a train journey from Montreal to his hometown of Casselman, Ontario, finally came true. This journey held a special significance as it meant reliving cherished memories connecting with his mother’s…
Monique rises higher!
Monique Morin Savoie radiates a lifetime of inspiring accomplishments, and her stellar career never overshadowed her unwavering commitment to family. A nurturing figure, Monique lovingly raised her family, even taking one of her sisters under her wing. Despite not having…
Clifford’s Game Day
Clifford Sagert’s lifelong passion lies in sports. Actively engaged within the Kamloops community, he dedicated 51 years to umpiring softball and playing fastball. Alongside his active involvement in local sports, Clifford has been a devoted fan to his favourite team,…
Raymond’s Bagpipe Symphony
Raymond Montpetit, a resident of Chartwell Villa Rive-Sud, embodies resilience and dedication, especially towards youth. His love for children led him to various roles in child development, such as summer camp director, aide for students with disabilities, volunteer with the…
Lise’s Ballet Debut
Lise Paré, a resident of Chartwell Trait-Carré, has dreamed of attending Les Grands Ballets Canadiens since she was very young. During her youth, she spent most of her time in dance classes, learning such varied styles as ballet, flamenco, and…
Malvina’s Joyful Reunion
At 95, Malvina is a source of inspiration for everyone lucky enough to know her. A resident of Chartwell Manoir et Cours de l’Atrium, in Quebec City, she exemplifies perseverance, love for family, and commitment to her community. Despite some…
Jack fishes for an old passion
Jack, 91, a resident at Chartwell Crescent Gardens, is an Allied Army veteran from the Netherlands. Jack is a man of many hobbies and interests – fishing being one of them. Jack immigrated to Canada from the Netherlands with his…