May 14, 2021 Comfort & Care in Community Newsletter Honour our Nurses with a Gift of Care – Honour our Nurses with a Gift of Care! . . This week we celebrated National Nursing Week at St. Joseph’s Villa. We are so grateful for all of the incredible nurses at St. Joseph’s Villa. Their dedication and courage…
– #VillaHeroes: Maggie and Ron Simpson, a spiritual journey of service Ron and Maggie Simpson have been dedicated volunteers at St. Joseph’s Villa since 2002. Since then, they have been an integral part of our residents’ social and spiritual lives. In late 2002, Maggie and Ron achieved a milestone goal they set together: to retire…
#VillaHeroes: Daniela Fazari, fulfilling a mission of care Daniela Fazari is a bright light around St. Joseph’s Villa. She’s the kind of soul that one is naturally drawn to and confides in. A friend to many and one you’d be lucky to have. She inspires everyone to be better, to love life and enjoy all…
#VillaHeroes: Judy Volpato, a daughter’s love is forever “To care for those who once cared for us is one of the highest honours.” – Tia Walker Through the uncertain times of the COVID-19 pandemic, St. Joseph’s Villa has kept resident-family connection of the highest importance. Essential caregivers play an integral role in maintaining this connection…
#VillaHeroes: Daisy Provido, taking a chance to follow her dream Meet Daisy Provido, a Personal Support Worker (PSW) at St. Joseph’s Villa. She was hired at the Villa in 2015, seven years after obtaining her PSW certification, and has been with the Villa ever since. It has become her second home and one of the…
April 19, 2021 Comfort & Care in Community Newsletter A year of silver linings at the Villa – #VillaHeroes: over two decades of service at the Villa . . As we approach HEROES gala on June 2nd, we continue to share the incredible stories of the staff, caregivers and residents at St. Joseph’s Villa. Our latest two…
#VillaHeroes: No mission too big or small for Adrian Grigorescu, Maintenance Lead Hand Meet Adrian Grigorescu. He is the Maintenance Lead Hand at St. Joseph’s Villa, and an integral part of our community. The Maintenance Team is a vital organ of St. Joseph’s Villa. Their day-to-day duties vary based on the facility, staff and…
#VillaHeroes: A legacy of compassionate care – It has been said the greatest essence of life is to be of service to others. This principle is one that Elaine Ford lives her life by. At 71 years old, Elaine is still driven by her passion for caring for others and teaching younger generations who enter…
April 2, 2021 Comfort & Care in Community Newsletter Wishing you a blessed Easter! – Happy Easter long weekend! . . Easter is a time to celebrate the renewal and restoration of life. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought us a year full of hardships, but we can lean on this Easter season to bring us positivity and hope…
– #VillaHeroes: Bonded by a family tradition Some consider family to be the compass that guides them through life. It’s the beacon of hope and ray of light through the toughest of times. This is especially true in the case of sisters Maureen and Maria, and their niece Nicole, who have collectively served at St.…
