NOVEMBER 2016
WE HONOUR OUR VETERANS
Augustine House Resident Council Meeting
MINUTES of Resident Council Meeting held October 25th, 2016
Attendance: Sheila, Irene, Tom, Jane, Phyllis, Carla, Reg.
Called to Order: at 9:56am
Agenda: Approved…Reg/Irene…Carried.
Minutes of last Meeting: Approved…Irene/Carla...Carried.
Treasurers Report: (Irene) Balance of $343.70. Approved: Carla/Jane…Carried.
Food and Dining: (Carla) Sees need for more stringent fruit preparing/washing; especially in
regards to grapes. With the 'new' Chef appointment, is looking forward to Steve's
suggestions for timely meetings and processing, in a timely manner, of any complaints.
Encourage Residents to put forward constructive complaints/compliments to her for passing
on to 'the Kitchen'. Create a mutual atmosphere between Servers/Chefs/Residents.
Fire and Safety: (Reg) Normal monthly inspection(s) completed as well as certain 'in-suite'
inspections. Administration needs to consider Corridor Washroom Help/Alarm cords in those
presently without. A mishap in any one of those could go unnoticed, to the detriment of the
person, for some time.
Hospitality: (Jane/Phyllis/Carla) 4 new Residents welcomed.
Haven House: (Tom) Recited incident related to 'security' and taken up with Admin. in
question.
New Business: (Irene/Council) A discussion, in fair depth, of fundraising venture(s) centering
around a Xmas Sale that would benefit Council Treasury and Residents alike. Preliminary
planning in the hands of Irene, with any and all assistance as required. More to come...
Next Meeting: Tuesday, Nov. 22nd, 10:00am
Adjourned: (Reg/Carla) 11:00am
RESIDENT FORUM MINUTES
Held Thursday October 27, 2016 @ 3pm
Present:
Tanya, Joy, Lorette, Anne, Joanne and Tim and 35 residents attended
Tanya welcomed everyone
TANYA:
- Great feedback from VanDusen trip, thanks to Tim and Joanne for a wonderful day.
- Tanya reviewing all Satisfaction Surveys, thank you for the positive feedback and constructive
comments – 4 page Brochure will be published based on all responses.
- (Food/Dining) Congratulations to Stephen Rothwell, he is excited about his new role and looking
forward to meeting everyone. He will be in the Main Lounge Oct 28th at 10:30am to take your
questions/comments. Thanks to Sheila/Reg/Shannon/Tim during interview process.
- (Pharmacy) Remedy RX – will be at AH more often, feel free to ask any questions about their services
FLU CLINIC is Wed, Nov 2 - 10am - 2pm.
- (Evacuation Drill) Oct 20th, went well. Residents and staff did a “sweep” looked under beds, behind
small spaces - people may hide if afraid. Residents may store 4L water/few canned goods. AH has
emergency food/water for 3 days, resident’s items expanded reserve to 6 days. Suggestion - essential
items/hearing aids/meds could go in a pillow case in event of evacuation.
- Reminder - do not dispose of blister cards/pill bottles in regular garbage, shred personal information to
avoid identity theft. You can return pill bottles to Pharmacy/Remedy RX. Flatten boxes for recycling.
- (Canada 150 Year Tulip) Frieda Townsend’s daughter Sharon kindly donated 200 “Canada Tulips”.
Tulips that mimics Canadian Flag/Eternal Flame in Ottawa – suggestions welcome on where to plant
bulbs.
- Raking/Leaf Blowing continuing – will look for moss on north pathway heading to Monastery.
- (New Telephone System): We have purchased a new phone system – 3 options to choose from, cost
about $20/month – feel free to ask about cost/options…Also new WI/FI system in the works – stay
tuned for more information. Older computers may require wireless adapter. Reminder touse remote that
goes with Delta Cable box – call Delta Cable with issues.
JOANNE:
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Christmas Craft Fair: Sunday, Dec 4th 10am-2pm. Volunteers welcome for Raffle, 50/50 Draw, baking
etc. Ask Joanne about activities, baking/crafts and volunteering.
TIM:
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Still recycling juice containers, please rinse out, money raised well worth it.
October 31st is Halloween – Costume Party/Prizes/Party 7:30 Main Lounge. Trip to Value Village for
costumes Monday afternoon.
November is “Movember” Tim will shave his head Nov 1st at 3:30. Social Hour Main Lounge – funds
raised go towards cancers below waist! Don’t miss out on a fun afternoon!
Yoga is back in November – Erica will return to work in early November.
Nov 11th Remembrance Day Service, 10:40 Dining Room
Ricky’s Breakfast Nov 16th 10am
Bus trips to Tsawwassen Town Centre & Tsawwassen Mills – check calendar for dates.
Nov 17th Joy’s Dancers – wonderful ballroom/latin dancing
Christmas Decoraters will be here Nov 23, 24 & 25 – Thank You to our wonderful decorators!
Christmas “Kick-Off” Nov 29th – Join the holiday season!
Grey Cup – Sunday, Nov 27th– Enjoy the game/wings in the Main Lounge
Coming in December news on Elder College Singers / “Tea & Trumpets” at the Orpheum.
WHO’S NEW IN THE HOUSE
RON
Ron was born in Edmonton, where he lived until he was 27.
Ron attended school there and went to work at Maple Leaf mills as a salesman
when he finished school.
Ron was transferred to Peace River for 5 years and also worked in Calgary and
Montreal. He eventually ended up working for Helen Curtis selling shampoo and
bathroom products where he was head of Western Canada. He worked there for
30 years until he retired.
Ron marrierd Teresa in 1956 in Edmonton. They were married for 61 years. He
has 5 children, 10 grandchildren and 4 greatgrandchildren.
Ron’s hobbies include Canadian football and Hockey, Ron coached a football team
in Edmonton and was a referee for 25 years.
Welcome to Augustine House.
GARETH
Gareth was born on a summer day in Mexico, by accident. One day, while his
parents were on a cruise, Gareths mother went into labour and was rushed to
the closest hospital, which was in the town of Guadalupe, Mexico. Gareth grew
up in Ottawa and was the middle child of five kids.
Gareths first job was delivering groceries on his bike but he later went on to
become a clerk for the National Research council of Canada. He also has been
involved with the Salvation Army from a young age, and continues to be a part
of the church.
Gareth was holding a street meeting in Hazelton, BC when he saw a beautiful
lady across the street, their eyes met and one year later, Gareth and Lorna
Anne had a full uniform wedding.They were married 35 years and raised three
children.
Gareth enjoys hymn sing and loves to socialize, so say hello to him when you
see him. Welcome to Augustine House Gareth.
ROLLA CLAUDETTE
Rolla was born in Yorkton Sask , north of Regina.
After finishing Grade 12, Rolla attended business school in Yorkton and went on
to work for Sears in the business office in Regina.
Rolla’s aunt and uncle had a general store in Aneroid, Saskatchewan. It was
there that she met Ray, a local farmer. They married in 1954.
Rolla loves to travel and names Europe and Australia as her favorite places to
visit. Rolla is a long time member of beta signa phi and enjoys Bridge, Curling,
Golf and mahjong.
Rolla has two children.
Welcome to Augustine House Rolla.
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HEAD SHAVE
BY DONATION
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO
CANCER RESEARCH
TIM’S DOING IT, HOW ABOUT YOU!
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 1ST
3:30
MAIN LOUNGE
NAME: EVE
POSITION: HOUSEKEEPER
WHAT IS YOUR BASIC PHILOSOPHY IN LIFE: LIVE,
LOVE, LAUGH
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE BOOKS/MOVIES:
ANYTHING WITH JOHNNY DEPP
WHAT DID YOU WANT TO BE GROWING UP:
VETERINARIAN
WHAT KIND OF MUSIC DO YOU LIKE: CLASSIC ROCK
WHAT DO YOU DO FOR FUN: TRAVEL
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE COCKTAIL: CRANBERRY AND VODKA
WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY: HELPING PEOPLE
WHO WOULD YOU MOST LIKE TO MEET: ELVIS PRESLEY
WHAT IS YOUR PERFECT VACATION: ANYWHERE WARM AND SUNNY
WHAT IS THE FIRST THING YOU NOTICE ABOUT PEOPLE: THEIR SMILE
WHAT IS YOUR IDEAL DATE NIGHT: CANDLELIGHT DINNER WITH MY HUSBAND
WHAT WERE YOUR SCHOOL GRADES LIKE: AVERAGE
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE FOOD: STIR-FRY’S
WHEN DID YOU LAST LAUGH SO MUCH IT HURT: ON MY LAST CRUISE
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A 12 YEAR OLD: LEARN AS MUCH AS YOU CAN FOR A
BRIGHT FUTURE
WHEN DID YOU LAST RETURN A PURCHASE: A FEW DAYS AGO
PARTING WORDS TO THE MASSES ARE…: DON’T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF, THINK POSITIVE
AND BE HAPPY
You might not know the name Carter Stefan
yet, but you will soon as the Tsawwassen
teen is starting to make his mark in the
music world.
At just 13, Stefan is already
accomplished classical/jazz guitarist.
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Last year he wrote 12 original compositions,
recorded each song, performed all the
accompanying music and then released the
allinstrumental album Carter Stefan Twelve by Twelve two months before his
13th birthday.
Stefan first picked up the guitar when he
was 10 and was instantly hooked.
"It started with some pretty easy stuff and
then I was put in front of an audience and I
made like $200," he recalled. "I thought,
'Wow,' this is pretty awesome. From there I
just loved performing and sharing my music
with other people."
Stefan's music encompasses many styles,
including country, reggae, classical and
some Delta Blues. Besides the guitar, Stefan
played the ukulele, piano, trumpet,
percussion, bass, and various other sound
effects for the album.
His label Kave Sound Studios recently
submitted the album to the Junos for
consideration for Best Album of the Year.
"I'm really stoked - I hope it gets
nominated," Stefan said.
He said he really doesn't know where his
music comes from.
"I just sit down with the guitar and I just
play. It just comes out of my mind and my
instrument. I don't know how it happens, it
just comes out," he said.
Stefan has already built up quite a
community following with numerous private
performances, the Special Olympics Delta
gala dinner, the South Delta Jazz Festival,
the Grand Prix of Art and a performance at
Gallery 1710 in Tsawwassen.
But one gig he is most proud of is his
weekly Monday performance at Augustine
House where he plays from 4 to 6 p.m. for
the residents.
"In Grade 6 we had to do a volunteer
project, so I went to Augustine House and
performed and it was a lot of fun," he said.
"I really like playing in front of these
people. They are nice. The staff here are
great too. I just love volunteering."
And the residents get just as much out of the
experience as Stefan does, according to
recreation manager Tim Bowman.
"It's right before dinner and it can be a very
calming experience for the residents," said
Bowman. "The first time he came here last
year he just blew us away. I asked him back
right away and it has turned into a regular
Monday gig. He is a super nice kid too. It's
nice to see a young man being such a
devoted volunteer."
Balancing his music, school and finding
time to hang out with friends is a constant
challenge, but one Stefan relishes.
"I really love what I'm doing and I want to
be the best guitarist in the world. To do that
I know that I might have to make a few
sacrifices, but that's OK," he said. "I just
love playing music. I can't see myself doing
anything else."
DID YOU KNOW……………
We have a website – check it out at
We have a Facebook Page – just go to www.facebook.com and search
Augustine House Society and “Like” us or Google Facebook Augustine House
Society
We even have a Twitter page! Our name is
@AugustineHouse
We also have areas in the building that have wireless access, so if
grandkids are visiting and they want to play on their electronic devices,
they can connect to the internet for free! Get the passwords from Reception.
CHRISTMAS DECORATING
OUR SMALL ARMY OF VOLUNTEERS WILL ONCE AGAIN BE HERE TO MAKE YOUR HOME
AS FESTIVE AS POSSIBLE FOR THE UPCOMING
CHRISTMAS SEASON.
THEY WILL BE HERE AT VARIOUS TIMES BETWEEN
WEDNESDAY 23RD – FRIDAY 25TH NOVEMBER.
NOVEMBER IS
MOVEMBER
It’s that time of year to grow those Moustaches for the month of November to
raise awareness for
Prostate Cancer
GREY CUP PARTY
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 27TH MAIN LOUNGE
3:00 pm
Bar will be open and wings will be served.
Get Your Flu Shot
from Remedy’sRx
Protect yourself and loved ones
from this year’s flu.
The flu vaccine increases your protection
against the flu virus and is covered by our
provincial health plan.
Wednesday November 2nd
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Multipurpose room.
Why Wear a Poppy
"Please wear a poppy," the lady
said, and held one forth, but I
shook my head. Then I stopped
and watched as she offered them
there, and her face was old and
lined with care;
But beneath the scars the years
had made there remained a smile
that refused to fade.
A boy came whistling down the
street, bouncing along on carefree feet.
His smile was full of joy and fun,
"Lady," said he, "may I have one?"
When she'd pinned it on, he
turned to say; "Why do we wear a
poppy today?"
The lady smiled in her wistful way
And answered; "This is
Remembrance Day. And the
poppy there is a symbol for the
gallant men who died in war.
And because they did, you and I
are free - that's why we wear a
poppy, you see. I had a boy about
your size, with golden hair and big
blue eyes.
He loved to play and jump and
shout, Free as a bird, he would
race about. As the years went by,
he learned and grew, and became
a man - as you will, too.
He was fine and strong, with a
boyish smile, but he'd seemed
with us such a little while when
war broke out and he went away. I
still remember his face that day.
When he smiled at me and said,
'Goodbye, I'll be back soon, Mum,
please don't cry.' But the war went
on and he had to stay, and all I
could do was wait and pray.
His letters told of the awful fight
(I can see it still in my dreams at
night), with the tanks and guns
and cruel barbed wire, and the
mines and bullets, the bombs and
fire.
Till at last, at last, the war was
won - and that's why we wear a
poppy, son." The small boy turned
as if to go, then said, "Thanks,
lady, I'm glad to know.
That sure did sound like an awful
fight, but your son - did he come
back all right?"
A tear rolled down each faded
cheek; she shook her head, but
didn't speak. I slunk away in a sort
of shame, and if you were me,
you'd have done the same:
For our thanks, in giving, if oft
delayed, though our freedom was
bought - and thousands paid!
And so, when we see a poppy
worn, let us reflect on the burden
borne by those who gave their
very all when asked to answer
their country's call
That we at home in peace might
live.
Then wear a poppy! Remember and Give!
- Don Crawford
AUGUSTINE HOUSE
REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 11TH
10:40 AM
DINING ROOM
Augustine House
3820 Arthur Drive
Delta, B.C.
V4K 5E6
Telephone: (604) 940-6005
Fax: (604) 940-6015
Email: [email protected]
Website: augustinehouse.ca