b"Every resident received a welcome basket and families enjoyed an in-room picnic lunch with their loved one, topped off with a musical performance. The entire home was decorated beautifully and the concert was a nice touch, adds Rennie. Pulling together:All hands on deckWith construction nearing completion, communication and logistics planning for the pre-occupancy review, move- Margaret Ruppel (left), one of Meaford's first residents, transitioned easily to the new home, day and admissions kicked into highwhich incorporated comfy design elements like an Adirondack chair and scenic walls (right)gear. Fortunately, our team wasnt going it alone. Everyone was excitedneighbours fundraised to buy flowerus to grow. And fortunately, were a and wanted to help. From families andcentrepieces for residents to enjoy;great team and can count on one volunteers to community partnersothers dropped by looking for a touranother in the process.and members of the public. Unionsor more information. and suppliers to contractors andTo develop the long-term care homes architects. Successfully opening theStaff from other peopleCare homesneeded to meet the growing demand Home was a real group effort, decorated the new Home for thein Ontario, everyone in the sector says Killing.holidays. And the entire Meafordand health system is going to have Our supportive municipal partnersteam helped one another manageto pull together. In the lead-up to were always a phone call away tothe balance between excitement andopening Meaford Long-Term Care, answer questions, help removeuncertainty. Moving into the newpeopleCare reached out to other barriers and connect us withHome is an adventure for us all, sayssenior living organizations that had resources in the community thatWendy Cochrane, a Recreationist whosuccessfully opened new homes and would benefit residents and staff.has worked for Meaford Long-termall were generous in sharing strategies Our unions worked with us on newCare for 30 years. A change like thisand insights. Special thanks to Jarlette staffing lines and helped welcome andis not easy, but I think its a wonderfulHealth Services, Southbridge Care educate new team members. Something to experience because it helpsHomes, and many others. Breakthrough for Womenwith Urinary IncontinenceThe PureWick System is a non-invasive option to help you take control over urinary incontinence.Helps keep the skin dry by wicking away urineMay help to reduce the risk of nighttime falls, byThe HER s ofstaying in bed.* bet MECan make better sleep possible.**Based on survey responses (01/19) by 141 caregivers and users who purchased thePureWick System and a subsequent supply of PureWick Female External Catheters.Get started today purewickathome.ca | 1 800-387-9473 BD PureWickBD, the BD Logo and PureWick are trademarks of Becton, Dickinson and Company or its affiliates.2023 BD. All rights reserved. BD-86086 Urine Collection Systemwww.oltca.com LONG TERM CARE TODAY 11"