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Centenarian WWII Veteran in Kingston

February 28, 2022

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PSW and sushi chef is a win-win for residents!

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Sienna Superstars May 2021

May 31, 2021

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Sienna Superstars April 2021

Apr 26, 2021
Each month, we take a moment to recognize some of the outstanding team members who work with us. Thank you all for the work you do each day.
Innovative Programs

Thanksgiving at Rosewood

Oct 12, 2020
Residents at Rosewood celebrated Thanksgiving with pumpkins and a turkey feast.
Intergenerational

Story time at Royale Place Retirement Residence

Jun 29, 2020
Residents at Royale Place are filming themselves reading children’s stories for local kindergarten children — and now you can enjoy them too!
Inspirational Life

For love of country and music

Feb 03, 2020
A Master Warrant Officer in the Royal Canadian Air Force, Eugene’s true passion is for music.
Veteran Stories

The Sailor Who Couldn’t Swim

Nov 10, 2019
Staring up at the bottom of the ship, which floated 50 feet above him, Leading Seaman Bernie Heasler really wished he knew how to swim.
Innovative Programs

The secret to a fuller life is in quality time

Jul 10, 2019
“It makes me feel good to discover the life story of a resident,” said Erin, an RPN at Trillium. “It’s a privilege to be an ally for someone at one of the most challenging times in their lives.”
Veteran Stories

An interesting life

Nov 06, 2018
“I have some strong views about war,” said George Carlyle, WWII veteran. From exploding artillery to stepping in as best man at a wedding, George has seen just about everything.
Innovative Programs

Rubber duck race raises funds for seniors in need

Jun 18, 2018
View hilarious photos or rubber ducks racing to the finish in this fundraiser for United Way and seniors in need in the local community
Innovative Programs

The Titanic Survivor

Jan 23, 2018
Residents at Trillium and Rosewood retirement residences enjoyed a spectacular presentation by the descendant of a Titanic survivor.
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