Fairvern Family Portal

Redevelopment Update

Fairvern hosted our consultants from Bessant Pelech and Associates October 23 -25. Sessions were held with staff focusing on the Small House model and our Food Services model. In total 30 staff participated over the course of the 2 days including some our colleagues from The Pines. The sessions included an overview of the production finish model and foodservice process mapping as well as overview of small house and small house process mapping exercises.

I am also happy to share that as of today, November 7, 2024, the completion of the super structure of our new home is complete! In the original schedule the completion of the roof was slated for January 27, 2025, and it has been completed 52 days ahead of schedule not including Christmas week which is AMAZING. The pouring of footings began on November, 3 2023 which makes it almost a year to the day of starting, that the roof slab is complete. Huge thank you to all the team on site and behind the scenes who made this possible!

Review of Resident Rights – continued

13. Every resident has the right to keep and display personal possessions, pictures and furnishings in their room subject to safety requirements and the rights of other residents.

14. Every resident has the right to manage their own financial affairs unless the resident lacks the legal capacity to do so.

15. Every resident has the right to exercise the rights of a citizen.

Alternate Sprinkler Solution Update

We continue to work with our partners who will be completing the work and at this time, we are still awaiting the appropriate approvals for the project to start. Communication will be shared as soon as the start date has been determined.

Winter Footwear

We have been fortunate to have such beautiful fall weather however that will change. For the safety of our Residents and Staff, and to keep our floors clean, we ask that you not wear your winter footwear into the home. There will be boot covers available in the front vestibule for use and you are free to leave your boots on the boot trays also located there.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Christmas Craft Show at the Huntsville Legion

The Friends of Fairvern will be a vendor in the Christmas Market being held at the Huntsville Legion on Saturday November 16^th & Sunday November 17^th from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on both days. There will be 40 vendors, and the Legion will have a luncheon available.

Homemade crafts and baked goods will be offered by the Friends. We are still looking for donations of craft items so if you have any to contribute, please drop them off at our booth at the Legion Saturday morning or contact Brenda Greer at 705-789-3829 or email at 7brendag@gmail.com to arrange a pick up.

All money raised goes directly to supporting the residents.

Friends of Fairvern Facebook Page

If you use Facebook, please follow, like and share our new “Friends of Fairvern” Facebook Page with your friends. This will help us to increase our public exposure.

Friends of Fairvern Baking

The freezer is now fully stocked with additional Wild Blueberry pies, fresh Peach & Apple pies at $15.00 each. When last checked there was only 1 remaining box of our latest batch of butter tarts at a cost of $12.00.

A reminder that we have regular size pies and some smaller pies for those who live alone or have smaller appetites.

Remember all you need to do is take your choice from the freezer and if paying cash leave your money in the black cash box mounted on the wall to the right of the freezer.

E-Transfer Payments for our baking is now possible by sending it by email to: Friendsoffairvern1982@gmail.com

All the money raised goes towards enhancing the Residents’ lives so please think of The Friends’ baking when you’re planning your next meal or having friends in for a bite.

We Invite you to join us!

There are many great activities and opportunities coming up at Fairvern.

Wednesday November 6 - We are grateful to have had members of the Huntsville Legion come to Fairvern to host our Remembrance Day Service for Residents, Families and Staff.

Monday November 11 - For Observance of Remembrance Day, individuals from Fairvern will attend the service at the cenotaph and lay a wreath of behalf of our Home and Veterans.

Tuesday November 19 – Our Celebration of Life will be held in the Fairvern Chapel at 10:30am. We are gathering to honour those Fairvern residents who have passed in the last few months. This is an opportunity to remember, share stories, grieve, and encourage.

Friends of Fairvern

Saturday November 16 and Sunday November - 17 Come and support the Friends of Fairvern at the Legion Craft and Bake Sale. The Friends Bake table will be stocked with all your fresh, homemade, delicious favourites.

Saturday November 23 – Gramma’s Treasures Christmas Sale will be held at Fairvern from 9am to 3pm. There will be gifts, crafts and décor, all Christmas themed! Please come out and support the Friends of Fairvern.

Sunday November 24 –Friends of Fairvern have brought back the Joyful Tea! This is an opportunity to bring your loved one down to the Activity Center for baked treats, tea, coffee, and a visit with friends old and new.

There are many fantastic and fun things planned for the month of December!

Thursday December 5 – Come out and join us and the residents at Fairvern for our Friends of Fairvern Christmas Party. We will be celebrating in the Activity Center at 2pm. We have many activities planned! Come and take a picture with Santa, decorate Christmas cookies, make Christmas cards, sing Christmas carols, eat sweet treats and more!!

Saturday December 14 – Family and Resident Christmas Party with music by Twoheartscontent! Join us at 2pm in the Activity Center for great music, sweet treats, and some Christmas fun!

Secret Santa is back!! Starting Wednesday November 20 come pick a number from the Business office window and get matched with a resident. Purchase a gift valued at under $25. Gifts are to be wrapped and labelled with the resident’s name and returned before Wednesday December 18. Please ask if you are needing gift ideas or specific sizes for residents, or if you have any questions call Esther Murphy at 705-394-2538 or email esther.murphy@muskoka.on.ca

Continued review of Resident Bill of Rights

10. Every resident has the right to pursue social, cultural, religious, spiritual and other interests, to develop their potential and to be given reasonable assistance by the licensee to pursue these interests and to develop their potential.

11. Every resident has the right to live in a safe and clean environment.

12. Every resident has the right to be given access to protected outdoor areas in order to enjoy outdoor activity unless the physical setting makes this impossible.

Footwear Reminder

Although we have been blessed with a beautiful fall, the weather will be changing. As a reminder, please do not wear wet boots or shoes into the home. There are footcovers available for your use in the front vestibule. Thank you for assisting to keep our Residents and Staff safe and our home clean.

Fall and Winter Menu

The new Fall & Winter Menu 2024 – 2025 will begin on Monday, October 28, 2024. This menu will have lots of new options, old favourites, and the perfect dishes for those chilly days. Also, new this year the daily menu postings will feature a description of specific meal items to help clarify the menu options and promote informed choices.

Accounting Billing Changes

Fairvern will be going through some changes in our accounting/billing systems that will affect the look and feel of your accommodation invoices and payments. Look for the changes in next month’s communication.

Fairvern Long-Term Care Home is going through some changes in our accounting/billing systems that will affect the look and feel of your accommodation payments and statements.

There is no need for you to change anything regarding your billing or payments. Your first new bill will be sent on November 1st, with your first withdrawal occurring on November 15th.

Automatic Withdrawals:

If you have automatic withdrawals, it may look different on your bank statement showing a different company name.

Emailed bills/statements:

If you currently receive emailed bills/statements, this will continue, although the look and layout may differ slightly.

Mailed bills/statements:

If you currently receive mailed bills/statements, these will continue to the same address that we have on file.

We encourage you to sign up for electronic billing by supplying your email address to Debbie Biliko

Although we do not foresee delays, please be advised they may occur with billing or withdrawals.

For any billing questions, concerns, or updates such as change of address, name, banking info, etc. please contact:

Debbie Biliko

(705) 789-6011 ext. 4331

deborah.biliko@muskoka.on.ca

Thank you for your patience during this transition,

Christine Briden,

Manager of Finance, Long-Term Care

Friends of Fairvern

“MEATBALLS & MIND GAMES” Dinner & Show – Update

What a great time was had at the “Meatballs and Mind Games” event which included a sumptuous Italian dinner & an edge of your seat mentalist show by Buzz Collins. He had many participants from the audience and we were left wondering how on earth he was able to do what he did.

It was a pleasure to have Mayor Nancy Alcock attend and bring greetings from the Town of Huntsville & The District of Muskoka & share that the new Fairvern site is expected to be ready for occupancy in the spring of 2026.

Our fundraiser was very successful & The Friends of Fairvern Executive Committee would like to thank everyone who attended to demonstrate their support. We are still in the tabulating phase and will announce what this fundraiser made once we have a final figure.

Tag Day

Another successful tag day was held in August with a grand total of $6695.48 raised. The Friends would like to thank all that donated and to those who donated their time on tag day.

Join the Friends of Fairvern Facebook Page

Please follow, like and share our new “Friends of Fairvern” Facebook Page with your friends. This will help us to increase our public exposure.

Friends of Fairvern Baking

The freezer is now stocked with Wild Blueberry pies at $15.00 each & our delicious butter tarts at $12.00 a box. If you’re interested, best to get one soon as last year they both went quickly. There are still a few other kinds of pies available as well as strawberry/rhubarb or apple crisp.

A reminder that we have regular size pies and some smaller pies for those who live alone or have smaller appetites.

**Remember all you need to do is take your choice from the freezer and if paying cash leave your money in the black cash box mounted on the wall to the right of the freezer.

**E-Transfer Payments for our baking by sending it by email to: Friendsoffairvern1982@gmail.com

All the money raised goes towards enhancing the Residents’ lives so please think of The Friends’ baking when you’re planning your next meal.

Donations Needed

The Friends are looking for donations of either 250mL or 500 mL empty preserve jars. If you can help, please contact Marlene Schell at 705-789-4363.

Review of Resident Rights Continued

7. Every resident has the right to form friendships and relationships and to participate in the life of the long-term care home.

8. Every resident has the right to share a room with another resident according to their mutual wishes, if appropriate accommodation is available.

9. Every resident has the right to meet privately with their spouse or another person in a room that assures privacy.

Hair Care

Please note that Sandra, our Hairdresser, will no longer be providing services to Fairvern. We thank her for her service and recruitment is underway for a replacement. Families are more than welcome to arrange another hairdresser to come in and cut their loved ones hair. The Fairvern Hair Salon can be used. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

Staff Education

In August Fairvern hosted Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) training and recertification. GPA is a course that teaches caregivers how to understand and respond to dementia related behaviors. Staff are taught ‘respectful self-protective and gentle redirection techniques‘. More GPA courses being offered in coming months.

Jamie from Specialized Geriatric Services provided some follow-up education regarding personality disorders. Jamie covered “What is a Personality Disorder” (quick review from previous month). Discussion on care strategies for staff to utilize when working with an older adult with personality disorder such as: setting healthy boundaries, communication strategies, preventing team splitting, and care planning.

Friends of Fairvern

“MEATBALLS & MIND GAMES” Dinner & Show – Sat. Sept. 21^st at the

Huntsville Royal Canadian Legion

If you haven’t got your tickets yet, time is running out. Only 200 will be available for the evening.

The Algonquin Theatre is managing our tickets sales for this event. To purchase your tickets, you can buy them on-line from the Algonquin Theatre website or buy them in person at the Canada Summitt Centre Information Desk.

Here’s a sneak peek of the dinner menu

Appetizer (Served at Your Table)

Baguette with Butter/Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar

Individual Antipasto Bowl

Main Course (Served Buffet Style)

Penne Pasta, Authentic Italian Tomato Sauce, Three Cheese & Spinach Ravioli with a Rose’ Sauce,

Chicken Breast Parmesan Style, Meatballs, Mild or Spicy Sausage

Roasted Potatoes, Green Beans Italiano

Caesar Salad or Garden Salad

Dessert

Variety of Desserts

Tea & Coffee

Entertainment – Buzz Collins

One of North America’s leading psychological entertainers, Buzz Collins has headlined everywhere from the resorts of the Caribbean to the Las Vegas strip. His show has been described as a series of mental experiments that will leave you questioning the possible and believing in the impossible. When Buzz isn’t dropping jaws on the live stage, he can be heard weekday mornings as host of the Morning Buzz on Belleville's Rock107.

**NEW** Friends of Fairvern Facebook Page

If you use Facebook, please follow, like and share our new “Friends of Fairvern” Facebook Page with your friends. This will help us to increase our public exposure.

Friends of Fairvern Baking

Remember that homemade baked goods from the Friends Pie Freezer are available in the freezer at the back of the Rose Room. Freshly made strawberry, rhubarb, and strawberry/rhubarb pies as well as date squares and some berry or apple crisp are available. Large and small pies are available.

Coming soon: Wild Blueberry pies

**Remember all you need to do is take your choice from the freezer and if paying cash leave your money in the black cash box mounted on the wall to the right of the freezer.

**E-Transfer Payments for our baking is now possible by sending it by email to: Friendsoffairvern1982@gmail.com

All the money raised goes towards enhancing the Residents’ lives so please think of The Friends’ baking when you’re planning your next meal.

Donations Needed

The Friends are looking for donations of either 250mL or 500 mL empty preserve jars. If you can help, please contact Marlene Schell at 705-789-4363.

Fixing Long Term Care Act – Resident Bill of Rights

This month we will review the following:

4. Every resident has the right to freedom from abuse.

5. Every resident has the right to freedom from neglect by the licensee and staff.

6. Every resident has the right to communicate in confidence, receive visitors of their choice and consult in private with any person without interference.

Staff Appreciation

On August 14, Fairvern will be hosting an Appreciation event for all our team members. A special BBQ will be held on all shifts to say thank you for the care and compassion that each member shows! If you are here, take a minute to recognize the tremendous work of our team!

Friends of Fairvern Annual Tag Day – Friday, August 2

The Friends will be out around town and surrounding areas on Friday, August 2 collecting donations to enrich the lives of the Residents at Fairvern. In the past, the Friends support has assisted in many areas and this support is truly appreciated. If you see a volunteer while you are out on this day, please thank you them for all they do and consider a donation.

Friends of Fairvern Fall Fundraiser:

A Reminder to Get your tickets soon for:

An Evening of “MEATBALLS & MIND GAMES” starring BUZZ COLLINS

An authentic Italian Dinner followed by a performance by Mentalist Buzz Collins

On

Saturday September 21, 2024

At

The Huntsville Royal Canadian Legion

Tickets are on sale now from the Algonquin Theatre box office or online: https://tickets.algonquintheatre.ca/TheatreManager/1/tmEvent/tmEvent1719.html

Friends of Fairvern Facebook Page

If you use Facebook, please follow, like and share our new “Friends of Fairvern” Facebook Page with your friends. This will help us to increase our public exposure.

Friends of Fairvern Baking

The Pie Freezer in the Rose Room is fully stocked with freshly made strawberry, rhubarb, and strawberry/rhubarb pies as well as other varieties of baked goods. We have regular size pies and some smaller pies for those who live alone or have smaller appetites.

**Remember all you need to do is take your choice from the freezer and if paying cash leave your money in the black cash box mounted on the wall to the right of the freezer.

**E-Transfer Payments for our baking is now possible by sending it by email to: Friendsoffairvern1982@gmail.com

All the money raised goes towards enhancing the Residents’ lives so please think of The Friends’ baking when you’re planning your next meal.

Fairvern Family Council

Fairvern Family Council will be taking the summer off, and meetings will resume in September 2024. Meeting information will be shared.

Hello family and friends of Fairvern!

Some exciting new supports are being created for the families of our residents. There has been a Caregiving Support group that has been meeting to provide support for caregivers based on topics identified by caregivers! Other services are also offered for support, please see the survey for more information. The survey can be accessed by either scanning the QR code with smartphone device or click on the link.

Please note the group will continue and be planned in further detail after the July 28, 2024, cutoff date for the survey. There are no current scheduled meeting dates.

Look forward to hearing your feedback and if you prefer to contact me, I can be reached at Robyn.Lawryk@muskoka.on.ca or 705.394.2540.

https://forms.office.com/r/6ZYYXP2gL5?origin=lprLink

Thank you in advance,

Robyn Lawryk (Social Worker)

Family and Friends BBQ July 24, 2024

Please see attached flyer and RSVP by July 19, 2024.

Menu to include:

Grilled Chicken Breast

Sausage on a Bun

Grilled Portobello Mushroom on a Bun

Potato Salad

Greek Pasta Salad

Watermelon

Strawberry Shortcake

Fairvern Family Council

Fairvern Family Council will be taking the summer off, and meetings will resume in September 2024. Meeting information will be shared.

SEWING SERVICES

We regret to inform you that Fairvern will no longer be offering sewing services to our Residents. There are several local services that will adapt Resident clothing and there are also several specialty clothing companies. Please see Esther for more information.

Residents’ Bill of Rights – Three Rights will be featured monthly

Every licensee of a long-term care home shall ensure that the following rights of residents are fully respected and promoted:

RIGHT TO BE TREATED WITH RESPECT

1. Every resident has the right to be treated with courtesy and respect and in a way that fully recognizes the resident’s inherent dignity, worth and individuality, regardless of their race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status or disability.

2. Every resident has the right to have their lifestyle and choices respected.

3. Every resident has the right to have their participation in decision

making respected.

Friends of Fairvern Baking

The Pie Freezer in the Rose Room is now fully stocked with freshly made strawberry, rhubarb, and strawberry/rhubarb pies as well as some other baked goods. We have regular size pies and some small pies for those who can’t consume a whole pie.

Remember all you need to do is take your choice from the freezer and if paying cash leave your money in the black cash box mounted on the wall to the right of the freezer.

E-Transfer Payments for our baking by sending payment to: Friendsoffairvern1982@gmail.com

All the money raised goes towards enhancing the Residents’ lives, so please think of The Friends’ baking when you’re planning your next meal.

Activation

Summer is here and the Life Enrichment team is hard at work encouraging, engaging and empowering residents.

Check out the Calendar!

The Friends of Fairvern Tag Day – HELP NEEDED

The Friends’ Tag Day is scheduled for Friday August 2^nd. If you can help Tag in Huntsville or in one of our local Fairvern catchment area communities, please contact President, Marlene Schell at 705-789-4363.

**NEW** Friends of Fairvern Facebook Page

If you use Facebook, please like, follow and share our new “Friends of Fairvern” Facebook Page with your contacts. Help us to spread our outreach.

Friends of Fairvern

The Friends are looking for donations of either 250mL or 500 mL empty preserve jars. If you can help, please contact Marlene Schell at 705-789-4363.

Friends of Fairvern Fall Fundraiser:

A Reminder to Get your tickets soon for:

An Evening of “MEATBALLS & MIND GAMES” starring BUZZ COLLINS

An authentic Italian Dinner followed by a performance by Mentalist Buzz Collins

On

Saturday September 21, 2024

At

The Huntsville Royal Canadian Legion

Tickets are on sale now from the Algonquin Theatre box office or online: https://tickets.algonquintheatre.ca/TheatreManager/1/tmEvent/tmEvent1719.html

* NEW * CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

A new caregiver support group has been developed to create an informal and safe space for those who have loved ones who reside at Fairvern to discuss the impacts of being a caregiver. The group’s focus is caregivers and needs of a caregiver. Please come out and have your voice heard on what you would like to see in this group and topics of interest you would like to cover.

Start date: Monday, June 10, 2024

Time: 6:00 to 7:00pm

Location: Family Room (located in Fairvern lower level)

Frequency: Monday’s Biweekly

Upcoming Topics:

June 10, 2024 – Caregiver Guilt

June 24, 2024 – Caregiver Burnout

Facilitated By: Robyn Lawryk (Fairvern Social Worker)

News from Activation

The summer is almost here and things are warming up at Fairvern!

Come celebrate Dads on Thursday June 13 at 2pm for our Father’s Day Celebration.

Or come by on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 16 for a cold drink and some Dad jokes!

We are celebrating June Birthdays at 2pm on Tuesday June 18.

We remember Residents who have passed at our Celebration of Life on Tuesday, June 25 at 10:30am.

Canada Day Celebrations start early with a party on Sunday June 30 at 2pm.

As always, we encourage family and friends to join us!

Fans in Resident Rooms

With the warm weather upon us here is a reminder about fans in Resident rooms. Fans must be positioned so as not to blow on other Residents in the room. Should there be an outbreak fans will not be permitted due to infection control concerns. If you are bringing a fan, please let our Maintenance department know as they will complete an inspection to ensure electrical safety.

Family Council

Family Council will take place virtually on June 25, 2024, at 6:00 pm. All are welcome to attend via Zoom link below. Family Council will not meet in July and August, returning in September.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82575005149?pwd=ClKu5wSYe4WVcvkvUQA6pFQGruqrqN.1

Pet Vaccination

Pets are welcome to visit at Fairvern. Please ensure that your pet’s up to date vaccination papers are handed into Fairvern every year. Once these have been received, we will issue a pet card.

Resident Clothing Seasonal Change

With the arrival of warmer weather, we are encouraging our families to start looking at your loved one’s clothing to make the change over to Spring and Summer attire. Please ensure that the Fall and Winter clothing is taken home. If new clothing is brought in, please ensure that the items are placed in the clothing labelling bin by the 1^st floor main entrance with a completed labeling form enclosed in the provided bags. Labelling will be completed and the clothing will be delivered to the Resident.

Friends of Fairvern Baking

The Pie Freezer in the Rose Room is now stocked with the following:

Large Apple, Raisin, Strawberry/Rhubarb, & Bumbleberry Pies - $15.00.

Date Squares – 6 Large Squares in a Box - $12.00

Apple & Strawberry /Rhubarb Crisp - $12.00

**Remember all you need to do is take your choice from the freezer and if paying cash leave your money in the black cash box mounted on the wall to the right of the freezer.

**E-Transfer Payments for our baking is now possible by sending it by email to: Friendsoffairvern1982@gmail.com

All the money raised goes towards enhancing the Residents’ lives so please think of The Friends’ baking when you’re planning your next meal.

Friends of Fairvern Fall Fundraiser

A Reminder to Get your tickets soon for:

An Evening of “MEATBALLS & MIND GAMES” starring BUZZ COLLINS

An authentic Italian Dinner followed by a performance by Mentalist Buzz Collins

On Saturday September 21, 2024 At

The Huntsville Royal Canadian Legion

***Tickets are on sale now from the Algonquin Theatre

Welcome to Fairvern – Robyn Lawryk - RSW

Please help us welcome Robyn Lawryk to the Fairvern Team! Robyn is a Registered Social Worker with over 10 years experience in her field and is excited to start in the home. As Fairvern’s new Social Worker, Robyn will be working Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, assisting Residents and Families with various needs. Her first day is Monday April 29th!

Fairvern Family Council Meeting

Please join the Fairvern Family Council meeting Tuesday April 30 at 6 pm via Zoom. New members always welcome!

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89987896384?pwd=QD6UyJzbGZfoURDca8L92xzeMSvDWc.1

2023 Notice of Assessment

Please remember, for those residents who are eligible for a “rate reduction” for basic accommodation fees, to forward a copy of the 2023 Notice of Assessment to Debbie Biliko. These can be dropped off to the Business Office or sent by email to debbie.biliko@muskoka.on.ca.

Spring and Summer Menu

With the long anticipated arrival of Spring, the dietary department is delighted to announce that the new Spring & Summer menu will begin on Monday, May 6. This is a brand new menu that offers many new dishes and flavours for our residents to enjoy!

Mother’s Day

We are thrilled and excited to be the home of some of the most wonderful moms.

And some aunts, sisters and daughters.

We welcome you to join us for

Mother’s Day Tea

Sunday May 12

At 2pm

We welcome friends and loved ones to come and bring residents to this celebration

Volunteer Appreciation

We hosted a volunteer appreciation event on Friday April 26^th. It was an afternoon of music, food, laughter and great company as we celebrated these integral group of people who volunteer their time here at the Home.

Hats off to our amazing volunteers!!

It has become quite clear that this community is the most generous and thoughtful. And Fairvern volunteers are the very best of them.

The Friends of Fairvern has been supporting Fairvern through activity volunteers and fundraising. Their name really says it all, they have been friends to the Fairvern community for over 40 years. The ongoing commitment and dedication is inspiring. Thank you to all of the Friends of Fairvern.

To our in volunteers who come and assist with resident needs and activities, some of you are members of the Friends of Fairvern and others are not. But we extend our sincerest gratitude. You might see a glimpse of the affect you have but you will likely never really know the full measure of the impact in the lives of the residents, families, staff and community here. Thank you.

To our faith community who comes in to serve and bless the residents here at Fairvern, thank you for your dedication, encouragement and love. Thank you.

For those who play music and sing. You see the smiles and toes tapping. But you only see in part the good that you are doing. Sometimes love is a song.

To those who are just beginning your volunteering journey and for those who have served for years – we are grateful for all of you.

To all of our volunteers, we just want to take a minute to tip our proverbial hats and say that our home is better, warmer, sweeter, happier and more loving because of all of the things that you do.

From the bottom of our hearts-THANK YOU

The Friends of Fairvern Presents:

An Evening of “MEATBALLS & MIND GAMES” starring BUZZ COLLINS

An authentic Italian Dinner followed by a performance by Mentalist Buzz Collins

On

Saturday September 21, 2024

At

The Huntsville Royal Canadian Legion

Doors Open at 5:00 pm, Dinner at 6:00 pm, Showtime at 8:00 pm

Licensed Bar - Silent Auction - 50/50 Draw

Tickets $65.00

Available from the Huntsville Algonquin Theatre

www.algonquintheatre.ca

This event is one of our major fundraisers for the year. The money raised is used to support the Residents with the purchase of items or assistance with activities requested by by the Home.

Our committee is very excited about this event which promises to be an evening of delicious food and wonderful entertainment.

Please get your tickets soon & plan to join us.

Friends of Fairvern Pies

The Pie Freezer in the Rose Room is now stocked with the following:

Large Chicken Pot Pie - $20.00 (Only 1 remaining)

Butter Tarts – 6 to a box - $12.00.

Large Apple, Raisin, Strawberry/Rhubarb, & Bumbleberry Pies - $15.00.

COMING SOON: Apple Crisp, Strawberry/Rhubarb Crisp & Date Squares

Remember all you must do is take your choice from the freezer and & leave your money in the black cash box mounted on the wall to the right of the freezer.

All the money raised goes towards enhancing the Resident’s lives so please think of The Friends’ baking when you’re planning your next meal.

2023 Notice of Assessment

Please remember, for those residents who are eligible for a “rate reduction” for basic accommodation fees, to forward a copy of the 2023 Notice of Assessment to Debbie Biliko. These can be dropped off to the Business Office or sent by email to debbie.biliko@muskoka.on.ca.

Hats Off to our Volunteers

Fairvern will be hosting an appreciation celebration on April 26, 2024. Let's recognize and celebrate every volunteer and each contribution they're making to strengthen inclusivity and wellbeing in our home.

Please RSVP to Esther at ext. 4336.

Looking forward to seeing you!

March Family Council Meeting – April 30, 2024

The Fairvern Family Council will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 30^th at 6:00 pm via Zoom.

The meeting link will be circulated closer to the meeting.

All Friends and Families are invited and encouraged to attend.

Leave of Absence Books

Beginning Wednesday, March 27, 2024, Fairvern implemented Leave of Absence books that are located at the Nurses Stations on each floor. If you are leaving the home with your friend or loved one we ask that this book be filled out. The form will ask for the following information:

Date, Time, Name of Resident, Responsible Person, Time Out, Phone Number, Signature when Returning and Time Returned.

Thank you for your support and cooperation. Please reach out should you have any questions.

SOLAR ECLIPSE SAFETY

On Monday, April 8th there will be a Total Solar Eclipse visible across North America. A Total Solar Eclipse is when the moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun and creating darkness on a slim sliver of Earth’s surface. Read more about Total Solar Eclipses here.

When is the Solar Eclipse?

Here in Muskoka, the solar eclipse is expected to start at 2:06PM reaching its maximum of 95% obscurity at approximately 3:20PM, and ending at 4:20PM. Safety precautions should be followed for the full time.

What is the Hazard?

Looking at the sun without special protection may cause damage to your retina from radiation (solar retinopathy). Viewing any part of the bright sun through a camera lens, binoculars, or a telescope without a special-purpose solar filter secured over the front of the optics could cause severe eye injury. Proper eye protection is recommended if you are wanting to look at the solar eclipse.

Safety Considerations

·DO NOT look directly at the sun!

·Where possible, schedule task indoors during the eclipse, to reduce the likelihood of looking at the sun. Discuss with your teams the plan for this day and time.

·Where possible, AVOID travel during the eclipse.

·If driving, continue as normal and avoid looking at the sun. Depending on the sun position, use hats/shades/visors that prevent light to pass through. DO NOT drive wearing eclipse glasses and DO have headlights turned ON.

·During a Solar Eclipse, the environment will darken like dawn or dusk – prepare for distracted drivers and people. Ensure adequate lighting and wear high visibility clothing appropriate for low light conditions.

·If you want to look at the eclipse, only use safe solar eclipse viewers or filters that meet international standards ISO 12312. Please note that regular sunglasses do not provide sufficient eye protection for viewing the solar eclipse.

Updates to Enhanced Masking Mandates

The Ministry of Long-Term Care (MLTC) has been working closely with the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health (OCMOH) to monitor and assess respiratory illness in the community and LTCHs, including reassessing enhanced masking measures currently in place in LTCHs.

Recent trends have shown continued decreases in community level transmission of COVID-19, flu and RSV, as well as decreases in outbreaks in LTCHs, with lower risk of severe illness and hospitalization amongst residents, and increased vaccination rates. While outbreaks can still be expected, we anticipate entering a lower risk period of respiratory illness than we have experienced over the past three months. Based on the recent trends and projections, and the advice of OCMOH, MLTC ended the enhanced masking requirements on Monday, March 4, 2024.

Masking is still strongly recommended for caregivers and visitors, however not required. Should anyone choose to continue to wear a mask, you are free to do so and they will be available for use.

Thank you all for your continued support and understanding.

Clinical Practice Lead (CPL)

We are excited to announce, Fairvern is introducing a new addition to the Nursing Leadership Team, the Clinical Practice Lead (CPL). The CPL focus is education and continuous quality improvement of core programs and professional development among the Fairvern nursing team which will positively impact resident care. We are eager to have the CLP collaborating with families, residents, and staff to provide safe, optimal care. We are also pleased to announce that Sarina McKey was the successful candidate for this position.

Many of you will already be familiar with Sarina as she has made an impact on resident care at Fairvern for over 5 years in various roles. She began as a PSW and transitioned into the RPN role. During the past year she has also supported the team in the RAI-MDS role, completing resident assessments and Care Plan reviews to provide the best care possible.

Please join us in congratulating Sarina on her new role!

2023 Notice of Assessment

Please remember, for those residents who are eligible for a “rate reduction” for basic accommodation fees, to forward a copy of the 2023 Notice of Assessment to Debbie Biliko. These can be dropped off to the Business Office or sent by email to debbie.biliko@muskoka.on.ca.

March Family Council Meeting – March 26, 2024

The Fairvern Family Council will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 26 at 6:00 pm via Zoom.

The meeting link will be circulated closer to the meeting.

All Friends and Families are invited and encouraged to attend.

Friends of Fairvern Pies

The Pie Volunteers have made some yummy Chicken Pot Pies and various kinds of Butter Tarts for your enjoyment. The prices are as follows:

Large Chicken Pie is $20.00

Small Chicken Pie is $10.00

6 Butter Tarts is $12.00.

Also, there are still some Apple & Raisin Pies available for purchase.

All the money raised goes towards enhancing the Resident’s lives so please think of The Friends’ pies when you are planning your next meal.

Visioning Session

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Visioning Session with BPA on February 20. It was great to have such an amazing turnout. BPA will be sharing outcomes from this session and stay tuned for further information and opportunities for future sharing.

Activation Update

The sun is shining and snow melting. Spring is in the air!!

The home is decorated with shamrocks and green as we look forward to St Patrick’s Day. We have enjoyed some creative art projects and Travel Club trip to Ireland and will be reminiscing about the day as well as enjoying some music, treats and green beer coming up on Friday March 15 at 2pm.

We will also have some Easter activities starting this month as Good Friday will be on Friday March 29. We will share some pictures of our Easter events.

We look forward to getting outside with residents as soon as the weather allows.

Love is alive and well here at Fairvern! Our home was decorated in hearts and flowers.

Friends of Fairvern volunteer made fresh flower centerpieces for all of the tables in the dining rooms. Thank you, Marg for donating your time and Cottage Country Flowers for donating the carnations

We also enjoyed a lovely Sweetheart Lunch for some special lovebirds here at Fairvern. The pictures from the event will make you smile.