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Babcock Community Care Centre News – March 2023

Valentine’s Day was very busy for residents and staff. The Elegant dinner was scheduled for the same day and residents were pampered with nail care, hair styling, make up and hand massages. Everyone put on their best attire for the dinner. Hors d’oeuvres were served along with sparkling wine.
 
The dining area was decorated with an array of colours to resemble a special dining experience. Residents were served the menu they had chosen at an earlier Food Committee meeting. Roasted chicken with mashed potatoes and all the trimmings. It was delicious. Residents enjoyed the entertainment provided by Dan Davidson.
 
The crowning of the King and Queen of Hearts was an exciting time. Staff and residents had voted previously on who they thought should receive the honour. J.D. O’Hara was crowned King of Hearts and Ruby Klassen was the Queen. Residents and staff received valentines addressed to them. Residents had been busy earlier filling up chocolate treat bags for everyone.
 
Karaoke night was a big hit with seven residents taking their turns at the microphone showing off their singing talents. Alexander supervised residents in Drumfit. Everyone had such a great time. Residents had a challenging time playing the game Family Feud. The Bell Ringer team won by a huge lead, with the O’Hara team trying their best to catch up. Big Buck Bingo is always fun. Everyone is happy when they win the loonies.
 
A large group of residents gathered for a game of Euchre, Connect 4, and checkers. Communion was served by Ted Quenneville and David Skipper to residents of the Catholic faith. Frances Bell read to a small group of residents at the Book Club meeting. Residents are kept busy with games like table hockey, Snakes and Ladders, Trivia time, Hoya cards, Viking Chess, Duck races, Hula Hoop rings and word puzzles.
 
Tim Horton’s doughnuts and refreshments were served in the afternoon break for all who were interested. The Nu-Step cross trainers are very busy early in the morning with residents using them to keep fit. The Keurig coffee drinkers always enjoy a cup of coffee of their choice from the huge variety of coffee pods. One-on- one visits with residents in their room are always uplifting to everyone.
 
Mary Wootton played several country and rock and roll tunes for everyone to enjoy. Quilt weaving was a new activity time went by fast for residents. They completed a 12 by 12 grid of fabric from recycled strips that residents had previously cut. Each one made a memory quilt for the foot of their bed complete with a treasured photo.
 
The Food Committee held their regular meeting and there was a lot of discussion on the upcoming scheduled activities and what foods they preferred. Another pizza and wing night was requested in March. For St. Patrick’s day a request for a party serving root beer was also made.
 
Everyone really commented on how they like the new table hockey game and said they could play for hours. A request for lasagna was made along with carrots and butter tarts.
 
The Residents’ Council meeting followed and everyone gave positive feedback. Mary Wootton held worship services for those residents wanting to attend. Bingo was held three times during the week with the following lucky winners: J.D. O’Hara, Marg Therrien, Doreen Getty, Doris Laurie, John Marshall, Hee Bong Bak, Geoff Ewing, Edna Abbott, Brenda Allen, Richard Bliskis, Wilfred Driver, Don Earhart, Phyliss Munro, Rudy Klassen, Norm Fenn, David Ellis and Gordon Gregory.
 
Activity staff became very creative when they decided to use an IV stand to accommodate a magnetic dart board. Each resident had 3 turns and they had so much fun. After the game they indulged in a variety of meats, pickles, olives and assorted crackers. Winners of the dart games were Doris Laurie, Don Earhart and J.D. O’Hara.
 
The coffee and chat social had residents reminiscing about the good old days. Hot chocolate and coffee was served. Superbowl fans gathered around the television to watch the game while staff served a variety of Superbowl dips and nachos.
 
February birthdays were celebrated with birthday cake and ice cream. Birthday wishes go to Don Earhart, Bill Hanenburg and Geoff Ewing. Birthday wishes to Doreen Getty who celebrates her birthday in March. Remember to wear your green for the upcoming St. Patrick’s day party.
 
The new Mobii Magic Motion activated projector recently purchased is such a hit with residents. It has approximately 300 apps and things happen when the residents move inside the picture field. One example is berries will be squished with their movement until a milkshake appears. It encourages movement and laughter for everyone and is great exercise. Pictures and sounds of islands, aquariums, chickens, clouds and so much more are happening right there in the room. Large groups, a table of four, or just and individual can interact with this system.
 
Babcock Community Care welcomes Alan Gooding as their newest resident. Deepest sympathy is extended to the family and friends of the late Magdalena Coone and Marian Herr.

Babcock Community Care Centre News – January 10, 2023

Residents are having a great time interacting with the new Mobii Magic motion activated projector system purchased by Babcock Community Care for their enjoyment. Check it out on our Facebook page to view the amazing capabilities of this system.
Residents also expressed their gratitude at Christmas as they gathered in the Activity area to open their gifts. Christmas stockings were then handed out by staff to everyone. Bev Close made sure everyone received a gift and by the look of the smiles and some tears, it was a great present. John was Santa Claus, with his helper Lisa, and Sharron was dressed as an Elf. All the gifts were labelled as they opened them and any residents needing assistance were helped by staff.
 
The weather was horrific outside but inside the staff showed tremendous dedication on making the day almost perfect for everyone during the stormy holiday. The local schools had made sure each resident and staff member received a Christmas card. Candy canes were passed around to everyone.
 
Room service was given on Christmas day and residents appreciated their green tea and Dutch chocolate biscuits and wafers. Others made their way to the dining area for their special treats.
 
The Dietary staff served up the traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings. It was delicious. Residents had a great time during the paint and sing activity. Each resident was given their own house to paint. They added stickers, placed a roof of their choice on it and painted it to their liking.
 
Fresh flowers were placed on the dining room tables over Christmas. Big Buck Bingo on Boxing Day had a small crowd. Several residents had amazing luck as they yelled Bingo more than once. Mary Wootton entertained residents with some of their favourite tunes.
 
Residents were pleased to view several of the pictures taken of them over the Christmas holidays. There was a lot of reminiscing about the winter storms they had endured during their lifetime.
 
Residents gathered for Movie Night and watched Garfield the Cat. The monthly birthday party was held for the December birthdays. Cake, ice cream and refreshments were served. The Keurig club is enjoying the variety of coffee purchased for their morning gatherings.
 
Babcock Community Care Centre welcomes Lois Cornwall as their newest resident. Deepest sympathy is extended to the family and friends of the late Donna Whitehead and Fred Hardy.

Babcock Community Care Centre News – January 2023

Residents enjoyed their bus trip to the Ska-Nah-Doht Conservation area to view the magic of lights showing. It was truly amazing and several trips were planned to go back before they were gone. Along the route to the lightshow, residents were able to see the countryside along the way and appreciated all the outdoor decorations and lights as well. Doreen Getty, John Marshall, Brenda Allen, Norman Fenn, Barbara Driscoll and Connie Peterkin were on one of the bus tours.

December was a very busy month at Babcock Community Care Centre. Residents appreciated all the gifts, flowers and visits during the holidays. The staff enjoyed a Chinese dinner along with a delicious helping of several varieties of cheesecake. Each one received a bag full of chocolate treats and candy to take home. Thank you to Jin’s Wicked Wok for going out of their way to allow management to purchase individual dinners for all the staff and keep our facility in compliance, with all the Covid regulations in place, regarding group party gatherings.

Dan Davidson entertained residents and provided them with musical instruments such as shakers, bells and blocks as they sang Christmas tunes. Everyone had a great time! Snow Globe making was a great project for those residents who wanted to make and design their very own. Activity staff handled the hot glue gun part and assisted each resident in their creations. The end results were amazing.

Crystal and Ryan St.Denis entertained residents with many of their favourite Christmas songs. The program involved some funny stories and placed everyone in a great Christmas mood. Rich, Gord, and Don played the maracas while Doris and Barb rang the bells. Staff and residents joined in dancing and several pictures were taken of the great time everyone was having. When this ended everyone moved to the large windows to watch a choir visiting and performing Christmas carols. Approximately 20 performers arrived by bus. Everyone noticed the many Christmas hats and outfits they were wearing. Everyone truly appreciated their visit. Thank you to each and every one of you!

Bingo was played several times over the holidays. Residents enjoyed the piece of wrapped Christmas cake purchased from Park’s Blueberries. It was delicious. Birthday wishes are given to Jimmy Every, Clara Aulis, Norman Fenn and Wilfred Driver who celebrated their birthdays in December. Congratulations to Clara Aulis and Joe and Wilfred and Donna Driver who celebrated their wedding anniversaries in December. Randy Grey visited and entertained residents with several of their favourite Christmas songs. He gave a history of the songs and mentioned the song “Joy to the World” is 300 years old and “Silent Night” is 204 years old.

The gingerbread house draws were made and Joan Kennedy and Dr. Parnell were the lucky winners. Michelle won the best costume, dressed as a Christmas gift.

Management has purchased a new piece of equipment for the Activity department called the Mobii interactive projector. We will provide more details about this after residents are given an opportunity to use it.

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Residents had a fun time with the program called Drumfit. They beat the drums using drum sticks as they try to keep beat with the music playing in the background. It keeps the body moving. The “Poke a Tree” game was awesome as residents poked their fingers in the decorated tree cups and pulled out chocolate candies, candy canes and money.

Residents had a great time at Happy Hour. They drank mock Caesars decorated with celery, pita chips, salsa, cheese sauce and pickles. Snowman Toss was another fun game with two teams. Several residents watched from a distance. The Book Club met and Frances Bell read short stories to everyone.

Mary Wootton played a selection of Christmas songs for her sing-a-long program. Residents are able to use their Bingo winnings if they choose to purchase items off the Tuck Cart provided. On this cart are self care products as well as chocolate treats and candy, along with several other items. Residents also enjoy their movie nights along with popcorn and refreshments.

The Christmas decorations are coming down and placed in storage for next year. Residents appreciate their one-on-one visits. Babcock Community Care welcomes Connie Peterkin, Tom Moorby and Barbara Driscoll as their newest residents.

MOH COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations

Please find below the latest information updates from the government on the Covid-19 vaccines and the recommendation for residents in long-term care homes to receive a 3rd shot. We will be contacting families to obtain consent for this to occur. Please call the home if you have any questions. Thank you.

Updated COVID-19 Vaccine Information Sheet August 2021

MOH COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations Special Population August 2021