WINDERMERE CARE CENTRE 900 WEST 12TH AVE VANCOUVER BC V5Z 1N3 May 2018
VICTORIA DAY FACTS P A G E 2 Victoria Day is a federal holiday in Canada, traditionally observed on the Monday preceding May 25th each year. It was observed in Canada for many years prior to the country's Confederation, to celebrate Queen Victoria's birthday (who was born in 1819). It was declared an actual holiday in 1845 by the parliament of the Province of Canada. It wasn't until Queen Victoria died in 1901 that the holiday became a legal holiday. Victoria Day is not observed as a holiday in England, and is mostly a Canadian holiday however some parts of Scotland also observe the holiday. Interesting Victoria Day Facts: On Victoria Day 1854 approximately 5,000 Canadian residents gathered in Toronto in front of Government House to "give cheer" to Queen Victoria. Other names for Victoria Day include May Long Weekend, May Run, May Two-Four, and May Long. In Quebec, Victoria Day was called Fête de Dollard until 2003. It was then officially changed by provincial legislation to National Patriot's Day. Queen Victoria was known as the "Mother of Confederation". In Great Britain they celebrated Empire Day on the same day that Canadians celebrated Victoria Day for many years. In 1958 Empire Day was renamed Commonwealth Day and it remained on the same day as Victoria Day until 1977, when it moved to March. On Victoria Day in 1881 a large ferry named Victoria capsized near London, Ontario in Thames River. The passengers were returning from picnics at Spring bank Park, and approximately 182 people died. This disaster became known as the Victoria Day disaster. On Victoria Day federal protocol dictates that the Royal Union Flag should be flown at all federal government buildings from sun up until sun down. Queen Victoria became queen when she was only 18 years old, when William IV died. She had to propose to her future husband Albert, because of her position. During Queen Victoria's lifetime there were six assassination attempts on her life. When Queen Victoria's husband died in 1861 she began wearing only black. She continued this for the rest of her life. Queen Victoria and Albert had nine children, and eventually 34 grandchildren.
P A G E 3 MAY BIRTHDAYS Please Join us Celebrate May Birthdays With a High Tea on Wednesday May 16th at 2:00 pm A special performance by Robyn on the Piano
P A G E 4 NURSE S CORNER DID YOU KNOW? Alcohol- Beer, Wine, Sherry or other alcoholic beverages are classified as a medication in Residential Care. Provincial Licensing Regulations states all medications must be prescribed or ordered by a physician, placed in a safe, secure storage area and administered by qualified staff. At the Windermere: A doctor s order for alcohol must be obtained before we are able to serve alcohol to a resident. We want to be sure there are no contraindications with other medications or your general health Alcohol will be stored safely and securely in medication room or Locked cupboard. Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase for residents only during In the Wind Pub and served by Recreation Staff. Family or resident may purchase and deliver alcohol intended for a resident s consumption to the Nurse for labeling and storage. The Nurse will administer the alcohol at a mutually agreed upon time. Any abuse of alcohol will be referred to the Administrator and Physician for follow up. If you have any questions or concerns regarding our alcohol policy please contact: Ross Sugimoto, Administrator 604 737 5474
P A G E 5 RECIPE OF THE MONTH CLASSIC CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES INGREDIENTS 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted and cooled to room temperature 1¼ cups packed light brown sugar ¾ cup granulated sugar 2½ cups all-purpose flour 1½ tsp kosher salt or ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt 1 tsp baking soda 2 large eggs 2 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips sea salt INSTRUCTIONS 1. Whisk the flour, salt, and baking soda in a medium bowl. Set aside. 2. Whisk both sugars in a large bowl and make sure to break up any large chunks.. Add the melted butter and whisk vigorously for about 1 minute, until the mixture forms one mass and starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl. 3. Whisk in one egg to the sugar-butter mixture, stirring until it's fully mixed in.. Whisk in the second egg and the vanilla and scrape the sides of bowl again. 4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and stir with the spatula to fully combine. Make sure you've scraped the bottom of the bowl and there are no streaks of dry ingredients left. Stir in the chocolate chips. To bake right away: Preheat the oven to 375ºF. Bake the cookies 3 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet (about 6 cookies per baking sheet) for 10 to 14 minutes, until the edges are set and the cookie is beginning to turn golden brown throughout. Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
CHAPLAIN S CORNER P A G E 6 I have been feeling inspired by the flowers blooming as Spring settles in again. I was especially encouraged to see the daffodils last month and now the tulips that started to grow late in April. It prompted me to look a little deeper at the story of this lovely plant. Definition: tulips (plural noun) - a bulbous spring-flowering plant of the lily family, with boldly colored cup-shaped flowers. Originally from Persia and Turkey, tulips were brought to Europe in the 16th century, where they were named for the material used to wrap turbans, due to the turban-like appearance of a tulip in full bloom. The original Turkish word translates to the Latin "tulipa." By the 17th century, the popularity of tulips, particularly in the Netherlands, became so great that the price of a single bulb soared to new heights, causing markets to crash and putting into motion "tulip mania." Approximately 150 varieties of tulips grow in the wild, especially in mountainous, cold regions. Tulips have, thus, come to mean eternal life and are seen as heralds of spring. This is celebrated annually in the spectacular Tulip Festival in late April and early May in Abbotsford nearby. Along with crocuses and daffodils, tulips are the first flowers to blossom each year, sometimes while there is still snow on the ground nearby. And as the heralds of spring, tulips are popular Easter flowers. To celebrate the cycle of growth and the return of warmth and abundance after the long winter, bright bouquets featuring yellow tulips, pink tulips, orange tulips, red tulips and variegated tulips are often part of centerpieces and decor during the Easter season. Once the tulip was hybrid, an even greater array of colors and petal forms were created, with a wide range of meanings being attached to them. Tulips are also considered symbolic of fame and perfect love, while different tulip colors often carry distinct meanings as well - yellow tulips symbolizing cheerful thoughts, white can convey forgiveness, and purple representing royalty, for example. Red tulips mean "believe me" and are a declaration of true love. Variegated tulips mean "you have beautiful eyes." Another meaning for yellow tulips is "there's sunshine in your smile." Cream colored tulips mean "I will love you forever." White tulips also symbolize heaven, newness and purity. A white tulip garden then symbolizes heaven on earth. Pink tulips mean affection and caring. Orange tulips speak of energy, enthusiasm, desire, and passion. Sending a bouquet with pink tulips symbolizes your affection and caring, or yellow tulips can bring cheerfulness to those recovering from illness. Orange tulips mean energy, enthusiasm, desire, and passion, making them a great pick-me-up and source of inspiration. From royalty or fame, good cheer and affection, beautiful eyes and smiles, purity and heaven to forgiveness and caring, energy and enthusiasm, desire and passion, or life and love, tulips and their meaning are an inspiring part of our springtime experience. Chaplain Ken
MONTESSORI PROGRAMS P A G E 7 What is Montessori at Windermere? Windermere staff have been trained to support residents using the Montessori method: residents are provided with activities suitable to their needs, abilities and interests. It s a personalized approach that gives our residents a sense of enjoyment, accomplishment and purpose. The residents enjoy activities such as folding,puzzles,listening to music, sorting and other tasks. Sing along with Sonia Marie Monday May 7th @ 10 12 noon - 3rd floor and 7th floor Singing in the Halls with Pete Campbell Friday May 18th @ 10 12 noon 10 15 th floor Twilight Music with Kamila Wednesdays 6:15 7:30 2nd and 3rd Floors Floor Programs; Yoga on Thursdays at 11:00 am on the 11th floor Song Sharing on Thursdays at 10:00 in the Lower Main
P A G E 8 WINDERMERE HIGH TEA To Our Residents, the Kings and the Queens of Windermere On Wednesday May 16th 2018 At 2 pm Main Floor A special performance by Robyn on the Piano. We will be celebrating the May Birthdays, Victoria Day, honoring the Women for Mother s day...
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MAY HIGHLIGHTS DATE TIME EVENT LOCATION Wednesday May 2nd 10:00 am Scenic Drive Around Town Wednesday May 2nd 2:00pm Scenic Drive Around Town Friday May 4th 10:30 am Kids And Song Main Floor Monday May 7th 10-12 noon Music on the Floor with Sonia Marie Floors 3 and 6 Wednesdays May 9th 10:00 am Mandeville Gardens Vancouver Tuesday May 15th 12 noon Cinco de Mayo Lunch Club Lower Main Wednesday May 16th 10:00 am High Tea Preparations Main Floor Wednesday May 16th 2:00 pm High Tea Birthday Celebrations Main Floor Friday May 18th 10-12 noon Singing in the Halls with Pete Floors 10 15 Tuesday May 22nd 5:00pm Volunteer Appreciation Dinner Lower Main Wednesday May 23rd 10:00 am Dim Sum outing Richmond Friday May 25th 10:30 am Resident and Family Forum Main Floor Tuesday May 29th 2:00 pm Food Committee Meeting Main Floor We are so happy to be joining hands with Douglas Community Park to host the Song Sharing Thursday Program at the Windermere Care Center Song Sharing Thursdays is a Arts an health Program project working with seniors and professional artists, who together develop an arts practice that focuses on the creative expression of ideas and issues that are important to them. The project provides a forum for expression and communication,exploration and imagination, which in turn fosters a sense of well-being and belonging. TUCK SHOP EVERY THURSDAY AT 3:30 PM HAIRDRESSER EVERY WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY AND FRIDAY 9:30 AM TO 12:30 PM Programs are subject to change as needed