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 (April 2, 2020) Carveth Care Centre has a CLEAR health status. We are working closely with Public Health and the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care to PREVENT COVID-19 from entering our home. Our work includes a comprehensive management plan. Please watch this page for public notices and updates or go to our Facebook page. For further information on our infection control practises and directives, please contact our Director of Care, Shelley Bender, at 613-382-4752 ext. 103. * Should our health status change, families and staff will be contacted immediately…

A Personal Support Worker from Kingston has been recognized by a nursing home in Gananoque for workplace excellence. 56-year-old Laurie Heaslip smiles when told she is the Employee of the Month for April at Carveth Care Centre. “Laurie is comforting, approachable and is resident-focused,” says Lynn Vereecken, Assistant Director of Care at the popular long-term care home. “You are guaranteed a positive response when you approach her. She is a valued member of our team.” Pleased with the feedback, Laurie notes, “I love my work. I’ve been doing it for…

(March 14, 2020) In a further effort to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 to Helen Henderson Care Centre and Carveth Care Centre, Gibson Family Health Care is only allowing essential visitors to our homes. This is a direct order from the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care who has identified essential visitors as those who have a resident who is dying or very ill. These visitors will be actively screened. No other visitors are allowed into our homes at this time. They are encouraged to keep in touch with…

Join Carveth Care Centre on April 11 for a special Easter celebration. Starting at 1:30 pm in the Multipurpose Room, this family-friendly event includes refreshments, pictures with the Easter Bunny, face painting and live harp music. For details, contact the Activation Department at 613-382-4752 ext. 107.

Devin Burns believes a life without recreation is like a car without gas. Staying active keeps your body and mind working. Speaking from Carveth Care Centre where he has worked as an Activity Aide for the past two years, the 25-year-old smiles when asked about his work. “I Love it. It’s great,” says Devin in late February 2020. “It’s everything I thought it would be and more.” A trained kinesiologist, Devin is the home’s Employee of the Month for March. “I was extremely surprised to win this award,” he says…

Have a favourite scenery or structure photo?Please share it with Carveth Care Centre by April 6, 2020.All photos will be displayed in our long-term care home for the enjoyment of residents, families, volunteers and staff. Best photos will even win a prize!Each entry is $5 with proceeds in benefit of the Gananoque Humane Society. For details, contact the Activation Department at 613-382-4752 ext. 107.

Jessica McCully feels privileged to work with seniors. Speaking from Carveth Retirement Lodge where she has worked for almost five years, the 26-year-old brunette admits, “I love it here. When I got hired in the lodge, I decided they got me for life.” Married with children, the Gananoque woman notes softly, “My grandparents were a big part of my life. I’m very fond of the elderly.” The home holds a special place in Jessica’s heart for another reason. Her grandfather lives in the nursing home while her grandmother lives with…

Judy Covill knows from experience a busy person doesn’t have time to be unhappy. Work is the antidote for sorrow. Speaking from Carveth Care Centre where she has worked for the past 35 years as a Health Care Aide, the 64-year-old speaks with a vibrancy and enthusiasm that defy her age. “I couldn’t retire for a while,” she says with a smile when asked about her plans. “I like to keep busy.” A proud mother and grandmother, Judy’s hard work has been noticed by the home’s managers and staff who…

It's going to be spooktacular. Join Carveth Care Centre on Oct. 31 for a Haunted Farm Halloween Party. Trick or Treaters can find treats and decoations from 5-8 pm in the Multipurpose Room which can be accessed from Herbert Street. For details, contact Activation at 613-382-4752.

Kyleen Menard is happiest when she’s caring for others. Speaking from Carveth Care Centre where she has worked as a Personal Support Worker for the past four years, the 29-year-old Sunbury woman is gaining recognition for helping people reach their fullest potential. “I really like it here,” she says about the accredited long-term care home in Gananoque. “I enjoy all of the residents. My coworkers are great.” Asked about her work, the mother of two notes, “It’s very tough. It’s also very rewarding because you get to help people with…