The long-established Wisdom of the Elder Signature Program within Schlegel Villages has led to the launch of a new podcast as part of an over-arching #ElderWidsom campaign to help combat ageism in our society. The podcast series debuted on Oct. 13 and takes the idea of the Green Bench campaign,... Read more
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November 13, 2020
- Signature Programs, In the News
In October 2020, we launched our #ElderWisdom podcast featuring Erin Davis and co-host Lloyd Hetherington exploring friendship, tragedy, love, life, learning and so much more as they have conversations with seniors on the 'virtual' green bench. Start Listening: Learn more about our hosts Erin Davis... Read more
June 1, 2020
- In the News
Honour the wisdom of the elder, end ageism June 2020 – Stories from the Green Bench The Schlegel Villages #ElderWisdom campaign is running it’s 5th year of highlighting the collective wisdom held by our elders across our 19 Schlegel Village locations. Our residents will continue to offer their... Read more
March 31, 2020
- In the News
At Schlegel Villages, we have the honour of caring for and supporting more than 4,000 residents in 19 long-term care and retirement Villages across Ontario. Their safety – along with that of their loved ones and the team members who work in our neighbourhoods – is our top priority. Active screening... Read more
August 1, 2019
- In the News
Golf Fore Haiti - September 5th! WHAT? Hand up for Haiti Golf Tournament WHY? To raise funds for Fonkoze | An organization that helps lift women and their families out of ultra-poverty ( www.fonkoze.com ) WHO? YOU! WHEN? Thursday September 5th, 2018 WHERE? Mount Elgin Golf Course, Mount Elgin, ONT... Read more
February 26, 2019
- In the News
The 2019 Healthy Hearts Chef Challenge will showcase the culinary talents of executive chefs representing Chartwell, Delmanor, Esprit, Revera and Schlegel Villages Retirement Communities. This fun-filled evening is the kick-off for our 35th Anniversary WALK OF LIFE® on Saturday, May 25th. In... Read more
October 31, 2018
- In the News
Heart of the community’s growth Providing a full range of retirement living options The Schlegel Family. Kitchener, Ontario. When The Village of Erin Meadows first put down roots in Mississauga at the corner of Winston Churchill and Erin Centre boulevards 15 years ago, the area was still growing... Read more
September 20, 2018
- In the News
In the last two years before he died in 2009, Ken Davis didn’t really know who his family was. He could recognize a friendly face, his son Brad recalls, and he knew he was comfortable in some way with the people who came to visit him, but to recognize his wife, sons, daughter or grandchildren was... Read more
April 9, 2018
- In the News
Volunteer Canada's theme for this year is: “Celebrate the Value of Volunteering – building confidence, competence, connections and community” . Volunteering is often seen as a selfless act; a person gives their time, skills, experience, and passion to help others, without expecting anything in... Read more
November 21, 2016
- In the News
The University of Waterloo participated in Random Act of Kindness Day (RAK Day) to help spread kindness on campus and in our community. Supporting The Kitchener and Waterloo Community Foundation, the RAK Day campaign seeks to create a more empathetic and connected community, inviting everyone to... Read more
