“We’re very happy that the visitor guidelines have been loosened,” said Debra Croteau, daughter of Garrison Green resident Del Croteau. “We all want to keep mom safe, but the visitor restrictions have been very difficult for the family.” Last week, Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health issued Order 29-2020, which outlines the guidelines and processes […]
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Enjoying the Stampede Spirit at United’s Communities
Official Stampede festivities have been cancelled for the first time in almost a century, but that’s not stopping residents from enjoying the Stampede spirit. The Stampede events this week were all planned with social distancing in mind, and in line with the Calgary Stampede’s slogan “Community spirit cannot be cancelled”. That’s never been more true […]
Families and Neighbours Boost Morale
When it’s your birthday, it’s time to celebrate no matter the circumstances. On April 24, Richard Odland, who has lived with his wife Lynn at United’s Garrison Green for three years, turned 81. Rather than letting them celebrate on their own, their family came by to wish him well. To put the icing on the […]
United Takes First Steps to Restart Programs and Services
After more than three months of limited movement and socializing, residents at United’s two communities are enjoying the safe and gradual relaunch of programming, fitness classes, bistro and dining room meal services and more socializing with other residents – while adhering to the guidelines and orders as set out by the Chief Medical Officer of […]
Canada Day Celebrated at United’s Communities
Residents at United’s two communities celebrated Canada Day and found new ways to create lasting memories. At Garrison Green, residents collaborated on a large artwork banner that was strung from the second floor balcony. A musical group, the Awesome Brothers, played Canadian songs and invited residents to sing along from their suites as the band […]
Baby Hats a Labour of Love for Madge McAdam
For Garrison Green resident Madge McAdam, volunteering has been a lifelong passion. Daughter Susan Snowdon says she can’t recall a time when Madge wasn’t volunteering for something. “She helped out with the Holy Cross Hospital’s teddy bear program for kindergarten students, spent time at the Colonel Belcher Hospital’s palliative care program, and even organized no-charge […]
