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(April 2, 2020) Helen Henderson Care Centre has a CLEAR health status for COVID-19. We have one-case of Influenza B which should be cleared tomorrow. 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 visit our Facebook page for regular updates. For further information on our infection control practises and directives, please contact our Director of Care, Sue Reynolds, at…

As she faithfully works the night shift at a nursing home down the street from her house in Amherstview, Cindy Whan is quietly improving the lives of the community’s most vulnerable citizens while the rest of the world sleeps. “I like my job a lot,” says the friendly 26-year-old who has worked as a Personal Support Worker (PSW) at Helen Henderson Care Centre for the past year. “If I ever show-up for work in a bad mood, the residents put me in a good mood. I’ve always wanted to work…

(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…

Lindsay Geris is extremely grateful for the blessings in her life. At 29 years old, she appreciates every healthy day as she works to control her Type 1 Diabetes. Speaking from Helen Henderson Care Centre where she has worked as a Registered Practical Nurse for the past three years, Lindsay notes, “I wear an insulin pump. I have had it since I was nine months old. I was the youngest person in Ontario to get it and the third youngest in Canada. It’s helped me control this disease and avoid…

A nurse at Helen Henderson Retirement Lodge has earned the home’s first workplace award of the New Year. Marie Drohan is the home’s Employee of the Month for January 2020. “I’m shocked and excited,” says the Registered Practical Nurse about the recognition. “I can’t wait to go home and tell my mom.” An employee at the home for the past 1.5 years, Marie admits, “I love it here. I’ve been a nurse for 17 years and I’ve worked in many different facilities. There’s a reason I’m still at Helen Henderson…

One of the best events of the year is back! Join Helen Henderson Care Centre for music, refreshments and fun at our annual FAMILY FUN DAY from 2 to 4 pm on Sunday, Dec. 1. Remember to bring your camera to capture a visit by Santa. Just follow the sound of live music to the activity rooms around the home. For details, contact Activation at 613-384-4585 ext. 224.  

A popular Activity Aide at Helen Henderson Care Centre has been named the home’s Employee of the Month for November. Steph Gannon, 24, smiles when informed of the award. “I never expected it,” the Harrowsmith woman says kindly. The proud owner of a Beagle Blue Tick dog named Finn, Steph started working at the accredited retirement lodge and long-term care home in April 2018. “I love it here,” she says with a smile. “I love what I do. I like spending time with those who might need an extra smile…

Helen Henderson Care Centre is excited to unveil a new program called Grandfriends which partners local children with seniors. Scheduled to start Oct. 18, we're confident this will create special moments that will last a lifetime. For details, please contact Activity Director Donna Joudoin at 613-384-4585 ext. 224.

Amy Esipu is having a good year. Speaking from Helen Henderson Retirement Lodge where she works as a Residential Aide, the mother of four smiles brightly when told she is the home’s Employee of the Month for October; good news that follows on the heels on the recovery of her eldest son who suffered a serious brain injury two years ago. “He’s been doing amazing, considering,” says Amy when asked about her 16-year-old son, Curtis, who was struck by a vehicle outside their home in Sydenham while riding his bicycle.…

It's going to be spooktacular. Join Helen Henderson Care Centre on Oct. 31 for a Beetlejuice Halloween Party. Trick or Treaters can find treats and decoations starting at 6:30 pm in the Lodge Lounge. For details, contact Activation at 613-384-4585 ext. 224.