August 19 – 25 is a special week in New Brunswick as we celebrate Special Care Home Week. It’s a time to recognize and honour the vital role these homes play in the province’s long term care network. Special care homes are more than just places to live; they are communities where older adults find comfort, dignity, and independence every day. It’s also a moment to applaud the incredible dedication, compassion, and hard work of the team members and operators who make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents every single day.
At Canterbury Hall, residents joined the celebration by sharing fun facts about themselves and offering thoughtful words of advice and inspiration:
Bella Spence (Age 94)
Accompanied by her dog Charlie, Bella says she is inspired every day by “having so many friends, a good meal, caring staff around, and loving every day.”
Doris Fewer (Age 110)
Her best advice is “to enjoy freedom as much as you can and appreciate the service provided to you.”
Jean Morand (Age 83)
Jean’s favourite thing about her home is “the wonderful people that look after us.”
Joy Pobihuschy (Age 87)
Joy loves to “listen to music, spend time with friends, and play with the puppy.”
Margo Greenough (Age 82)
Her advice to the younger generation is “to treat everyone how they’d like to be treated”.
Sr. Jean LeClair (Age 94)
Jean’s advice for younger generations is to “be happy to live each day to the fullest.”
Vivian Young (Age 80)
Vivian says her favourite thing about her home is “the great people around.”
This week, we embrace the special opportunity to honour the deep connections, everyday joys, and timeless wisdom that make each community truly exceptional and unique!
Basic Cable Connection