Babcock Community Care Centre

Residents gathered in the activity area for the monthly birthday party. They enjoyed some delicious birthday cake along with ice cream and beverages. Birthday wishes are extended to Kay Cowan who is celebrating her special day in August. Randy Grey provided the entertainment at the party.

Residents had a great time, as well as a family member, during a new exercise program. It was a combination of Yoga and Pilates. Targeted muscle movements promoted relaxation, with special breathing techniques. Calming music was played in the background. Four teams challenged each other in a game of Foosball. Everyone looks forward to the Tuck Cart coming their way down the halls. It holds a variety of items as well as special snacks and treats.

The Fun Mystery Social was a great hit with everyone. They ended the program with an episode of “Mark’s Epic Journey around the World.” Bingo was held three times over the week with several lucky winners. Toonie Bingo and Big Buck Bingo is their favourite. Presently the Bingo prizes are a large variety of chocolate bars. The Civic holiday party was a huge success. The dining room tables were decorated. A party cake along with fresh fruit, including peaches and fresh strawberries, was served. Everyone had a great time. Residents watched a Walt Disney movie. Popcorn and refreshments were served during the viewing.

One-on-one visits are appreciated by residents. They have their eye glasses cleaned, bedside tables are reorganized for them, and others just like to sit and visit. Slushies were served on the patio. Residents had a choice of strawberry banana or cherry. Craft time had residents painting golf balls. Eric Lunn visited and entertained residents with his musical program. Pet therapy is very popular with all the pet lovers. They were visited by Sybil and Remy, as well as Tigger and Wendy.

The reading and conversation program had a good crowd. Many wanted to catch up on the daily news provided through the local newspapers. World news is always discussed. Manicures were provided to several residents wanting their nails done. The weather has been more enjoyable for the roll and stroll program in place. Residents are able, with the help of staff, to venture around the village streets and to check out the progress on the new long-term care building scheduled to open in the Spring. Drumfit provides great exercise for residents as they hit the drums trying to keep up to the beat of the music playing in the background. Music Connections visited and Amy brought along a variety of musical instruments for residents. They had a great time singing as well.

The Mad Science activity was a huge hit. Residents watched the experiments and compared them to the ones they watched on Tik Tok. The family council meeting was held in the activity area. The Nu-Step cross-trainers are always busy with residents using them to exercise. Catholic Communion was given to residents of the Catholic faith. We appreciate the volunteers who visit on a regular basis.

The Food Committee held their regular meeting in the activity area and the Residents Council meeting followed. Wii Bowling is great fun for residents. The Play with Clay activity was a real squishy good time for residents. Wayne Gauden entertained residents with his guitar playing and singing. Deepest sympathy is extended to the family and friends of the late Allan Woolner.

Armchair travel is an exciting adventure to a place you might have never heard of, let alone travelled to. Residents are happy to hop on the magic train ride and travel to destinations such as Hawaii, Australia along with a variety of other countries. They also enjoy playing challenging games such as charades, Connect 4, Snakes and Ladders, virtual trivia, Mind Busters, Jeopardy, shell games, sling hockey, brain games, Wheel of Words, Family Feud, balloon toss, matching game and finally several games of bingo each week.

Despite the heat wave everyone appreciated the few classic car owners who graciously drove their cars to the parking area and had them on display for everyone to view. Residents had lots of questions about the vehicles and picked out their favourites. Special thanks to volunteers who assisted and for all the donated prizes. Don and Bonnie Cook provided the entertainment for the event.

A small group of residents, along with staff and volunteers, travelled to Parks Blueberries for a delicious lunch. Everyone had a great time. The Men’s club gathered in the activity area for a special meal and social time. They all enjoyed each other’s company and the delicious French toast with ham and cheese, or a Monte Cristo sandwich. Later in the week the Women’s club met and requested the Monte Cristo sandwich for their lunch. They had great conversation as they enjoyed their meal. The cooking group decided to make pizzelles, a thin wafer that looked like a large snowflake. They cooked these in their new baking press .After drizzling chocolate syrup over them they held a social time and were pleased how great they tasted.

Alan and Lois Woolner had a great time with family and friends at their 67th Anniversary party. The July birthday party was held with Randy Grey providing the entertainment. July birthday wishes are extended to Gord Gregory, John Marshall, Eugene Kaminski, and Maria Baptista. The Resident Council and Food Committee meetings were held in the activity area with several residents in attendance. Their discussions included requests for special foods they liked, the new building progress and how they appreciated the activity programs in place.

The one-on-one visits are appreciated by residents. This visit several asked to have their glasses cleaned and other little tasks around their room they wanted done. Craft programs are always fun with several residents in attendance. They make wreaths, and also a variety of art decorations to display on the hallway bulletin board. Many of our residents are very talented when it comes to deciding on craft designs. Catholic Communion was held in the activity area twice this month with David Skipper and Mary Lou DePelsmaeker officiating.

Residents gathered to watch the aerial view of the new building and their future home. They had several questions about the new facility. Banana splits on the patio were a great hit. Another special treat, in such hot weather, was having a Popsicle dipping station. There was a variety of Popsicle flavours they dipped in warm chocolate syrup, whip cream and sprinkles. They were a great, tasty addition.

The Tuck Shop cart made its way around the building. Several purchased the new art bookmarks. Wanda Hazelwood and friends visited and entertained residents with music and depicted bible stories by flannel graph. Residents enjoyed their visit. Mocktails with strawberry daiquiris and pina coladas were served at the Blended Bliss Social. Special thanks to CD Creative Concepts for donating their Balloon Buddies to our residents.

The reading group gathered in the activity area to catch up on local news and read a biography on the writer of “Marley and Me.” Thanks to Wardsville Golf Club for donating golf balls to our craft group. It is very much appreciated. The Civic holiday weekend was very busy. Residents indulged in a variety of delicious homemade cookies and cupcakes purchased at Union Bakery in Dresden. Residents are enjoying their outdoor walks or strolls along the village streets now that the weather is cooler.

Pet therapy is a fun time for the animal lovers at our home. Remy and Sybil, and Tigger and Wendy always bring joy to everyone during their visits. Happy birthday to Kay Cowan, she is celebrating her birthday in August. Deepest sympathy is extended to the family and friends of the late Frances Bell and James McFarlane. Babcock Community welcomes Darlene McGall and Shirley Lumley as our newest residents.

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Babcock Community Care celebrated their 50th year anniversary in business serving in long-term care. The weather was great for the outdoor event. There was a display board set up in the hallway showing some of the events and fundraisers, along with photos of past and present residents, staff and volunteers. The 50th year posters and balloons throughout the building marked the occasion. The posters are on display in the main hallway and can be viewed throughout the year. Crystal St. Denis kept the audience entertained and staff made sure everyone was offered a treat of fresh strawberries and cake topped with whipped cream. We have gone through many changes over the years in long-term care, but our overall goal of providing the best of care in a safe home-like atmosphere for residents remains the same. Staff members along with the Babcock family understand what family members are going through when they are faced with having one of their own family or friends admitted into long-term care. We wish to thank volunteers and staff for making the day so special for everyone.

Canada Day is fast approaching and celebrations are in the works for the residents at the home. We wish to thank Lianne Rood, M.P. and her staff for providing flags and pins for the occasion. Wanda and Friends visited and showed residents her bible stories depicted by flannel graph while music played in the background. The crafters gathered in the activity area and beautiful, colourful flowers were made from paper plates. They also had a great afternoon designing a coffee filter flower by dipping the filter into coloured water.

National Doughnut day was for everyone with a sweet tooth. A variety of doughnuts and Timbits were served and enjoyed. The Faith Haven choir visited and entertained residents with their beautiful singing voices. Residents look forward to their visit. Sybil and Remy came by to see everyone during pet therapy. Wendy and Tigger the service dog plan on visiting each Friday after he completes his training program. Rosary was given by Trish Welch for residents of the Catholic faith. After dinner a small group of residents arm chair-travelled to Italy. They listened to facts about the country and participated in trivia about Europe. A social hour followed and everyone was served special treats and refreshments.

Randy Grey visited and entertained residents during the monthly birthday party. Ron Garrison celebrated his birthday in June. Bingo was played three times during the week with several lucky winners. Residents had fun playing other games as well such as Connect Four, Wheel of Words, Music Connections, Snakes and Ladders, Cups games, Ladder Golf, Hoya cards and Euchre. Communion was served by John and Joanne Carter for residents of the Catholic faith. The ladies enjoyed having an afternoon of manicures. A social hour followed.

Other residents have started a daily ritual of watching a movie in the afternoon together. They enjoy each other and have a great time chatting. Everyone had a great time on the patio during the popsicle party. The walking program outside around the village streets is not being offered during this heatwave. The air conditioning provided in the facility is a great relief from the heat outdoors. The drumfit program is great fun for everyone. The tuck cart is always a welcome sight for everyone as they tour around the halls.

Residents really enjoyed trying a new dish from Jjets Food truck located in downtown Wardsville. Some had never tasted the delicious panzerotti with sauce dish. The guys at Jjets made an easy soft crust type dish especially for seniors. We thank them for that!

Bonnie and Don visited and entertained everyone with guitar music and a puppet. Everyone enjoyed their performance. The magic train ride activity showed residents how in the Philippines they travel in the smallest tricycle trains. There is a bench seat and someone pushes with their foot. They have a larger version of a train that can carry 10 people. It uses a motorcycle-sized motor to do this. Patio slushies cooled everyone down while on the patio. The current events program caught everyone up on the local and national news. The Get Fit activity had everyone moving to music and laughter could be heard as everyone had a fun time.

Father’s Day was special for all the men. They participated in the Sporty Sports Car day activity. Several knew about car racing and talked about the history of cars. The program brought back many old memories. Each of the men received a flower boutonniere to celebrate the occasion. Residents are excited about a new program called Travelogue. Each resident will receive their very own passport and will travel to various locations around the world. They will receive a stamp for each time they travel. This month the destination was the Great Lakes where they learned many interesting facts. They are all ready looking forward to the next trip.

Babcock Community Care extends our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of the late Nancy McEachern. Welcome to new residents Jim McFarlane, Yvon Blais, and Margaret Watts.

Things are progressing nicely on the build of our new facility.

Mother’s Day was a great day for everyone. All the ladies received a beautiful flower corsage and appreciated the surprise gift. Visitors were welcome to join in the bingo games or play Hoya Cards. The ladies enjoyed the hand massages and manicures earlier in the day for the special occasion.

The Mother’s Day social was well attended. Everyone was served tea in the nostalgic fine china cups. This brought old memories back for several. The bus trip to Chatham was loads of fun for everyone. They headed to Wal-Mart where they had great time spending their bingo winnings on whatever they wished. They all gathered at McDonalds for lunch. Thank you to all the volunteers who assisted the staff with this trip.

The Memorial service was held in memory of past residents. They included Barbara Driscoll, Berdina Postman, Ida Russell, J.D. O’Hara, Sandra Rivard, Albertine Letourneau, Wilfred Driver, Geoff Ewing and Richard Bliskis. Reverend Deb Dolbear-Van Bilsen officiated at the service and spoke of each resident. Family members were in attendance, as well as friends of the above former residents.

Games have become very popular with residents within the home. Some of the games played are Table hockey, Tricky trivia, Elephant ring toss, Nuts and Bolts, Cup Pong, Fisherman’s knot, Horse shoes, Bean Bag Toss, Wheel of words, Virtual trivia, Name that tune, Ladder ball, Shuffleboard, Reverse Charades, Snakes and Ladders, Bingo and the Jelly bean game. Kit Kat ice cream bars on a stick were enjoyed as a treat.

The Book club gathered in the activity area and read stories from several interesting books. The pizza and wings dinner was enjoyed by residents. John Carter gave communion to residents of the Catholic faith. Residents are looking forward to the barbecue lunches beginning soon. Happy Birthday wishes are extended to Ron Garrison who celebrates his birthday this month. The monthly birthday party will be held on June 5^th with Randy Grey providing the entertainment.

Join us for the Strawberry Social to be held on June 17^th between 2 and 4 pm. We are celebrating our 50^th Anniversary of Babcock Community Care providing long-term care to residents of Middlesex, Lambton, Kent and Elgin Counties. Crystal St. Denis will be providing the entertainment on the outdoor patio area.

Residents really enjoyed the musical program provided by Johnny Borton. The Music Therapist had residents playing instruments and singing during her program. The Coffee and Chat program stirred up a great conversation about who they thought may win the Stanley cup. Of course, local news was also of great interest. Residents appreciate their outdoor roll and stroll program. They venture around the village streets with assistance and are amazed to see how quickly the new facility is being built. One-on-one visits are really appreciated on a regular basis.

The Women’s club gathered and had a great meal of smashed waffle potatoes along with conversation. They had a choice of salsa, sour cream, shredded cheese and tomatoes to add to the lunch. The Men’s Club met as well and enjoyed the exact same lunch. Catholic Communion was given to a small group of Catholic ladies. Residents Council treated the staff, families and residents at the home by having Beau’s Treat Trailer setup outside. They had 9 varieties of ice cream cones. This also was a great way to start the Nursing Best Practice Spotlight Organization journey.

The patio is now setup with hanging flower baskets and ferns, as well as a few new ornamental items for everyone to enjoy. Residents appreciate being able to view the patio area as they exercise daily on the Nu-Step cross trainers and other equipment. Another scenic drive is scheduled for June 23^rd. Babcock Community Care extends their deepest sympathy to the family and friends of the late Tom Moorby and Alan Gooding.  

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National Nurses week is being celebrated May 12th to May 18th this year. Thank you to our amazing nurses, your kindness and empathy has touched the lives of so many of our residents. 

Everyone really enjoyed the musical program presented by Don and Bonnie Cook. Residents sang along while Don played his guitar and sang many of their favourite songs. The red cup balance game proved very challenging for many but everyone laughed and had a great time. Sybil and Remy visited during the pet therapy session. One-on-one visits are appreciated by residents throughout the week. The Music Connections program had a large crowd in attendance. Jess Dickie provides the musical instruments and everyone had a fun time. Bingo was held three times over the week with many lucky winners. Krispy Creme doughnuts were served as a treat after the Bingo. Joel Horvath entertained residents with his keyboard playing. Residents sang along as he sang a variety of songs. 

The Virtual Quiz Trivia, supervised by Ursula, tested the resident’s knowledge. Everyone did very well answering the questions. Hoya cards are always popular with the card players. The Nu-Step cross trainers are occupied with residents wanting to get in their exercise for the day. They enjoy watching the many variety of birds and the odd rabbit or squirrel running by outdoors. Wii bowling is always a fun game to play. Play money was used while playing the Wheel of Words game. Two teams were formed, one called the Dodge Rams, the other the Jolly Jelly Beans. The interactive games projected on the floor are a great past time for residents. They particularly like the popping of the balloons displayed on the floor. Chicken Soup for the Soul stories were read to residents. The Connect 4 game is a fun game for everyone to play. The Socrates Cafe group gathered in the activity area where Frances Bell read an inspirational story.

Silk Scarfs is a very popular craft where residents design and paint their very own scarf to either keep or give as a gift. Hot cross buns were served as a treat. Reverend Deb Dolbear-Van Bilsen visited and provided an Easter worship service for those residents wanting to attend. Easter was a very busy time with many family members and friends coming in to visit. Foot care and Physiotherapy is provided on a regular basis. The Residents Council held their regular meeting and the Food Committee meeting followed. Everyone commented on how they appreciated the Elegant Dinner event and menu. They mentioned how excited they are for the upcoming pizza and wing night as well as the ice cream truck scheduled in May. They were told about the upcoming 50th Anniversary being celebrated at the strawberry social in June. Everyone is welcome to drop in between 2 and 4 pm for a delicious dish of strawberries with all the toppings. It will be held outdoors and Crystal St. Denis will be providing the entertainment.

The Magic Virtual Train Ride took a ride on the Colorado train to the most scenic place in America. They viewed bike paths with a helicopter ride half way through the trip, as well as several other transportation methods. Camping stories were told as well during the trip. Arm chair travelling is almost as great as the real deal. The Faith Haven Group visited and sang several favourite hymns. Residents always enjoy their beautiful singing voices and their visits. A small group of residents gathered for a game of charades. Kit Kat ice cream bars were served afterwards.

The new nursing home building is progressing very quickly and everyone is checking it out as they pass by either on foot or by car. It will house 64 residents.