New Equipment Improves Life At Passamaquoddy Lodge
ST. ANDREWS – A wish list of much-wanted new equipment not paid for by government has been fulfilled for residents at Passamaquoddy Lodge, which serves seniors in southwest New Brunswick. The purchases were made possible through donations to our 2024 Fall/Winter fundraising campaign, which raised $77,000.
The money was used to purchase a soft-serve ice cream machine, 2 Broda chairs and 2 meal carts.
“Our residents have their spoons at the ready,” says Yolande Jay, Administrator at the nursing home in St. Andrews, “We are now able to serve a treat that they have been wanting for years.”
Broda chairs are wheelchairs that are engineered with patient safety and ergonomic support in mind. The food carts deliver food at the exact correct temperature while attaining the highest food safety standards.
“We rely on the generosity of donors to supply many of the ‘extras’ required for our residents,” said Gary Groom, chair of the Passamaquoddy Lodge Foundation. “The Fall/Winter campaign has once again renewed our faith in those who support the Lodge with their generosity.”
The campaign also generated $6,000 toward the “New Build” Fund.
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Recently Acquired Items thanks to our Generous Donors
Heated and refrigerated tray delivery carts
These carts ensure that the food is served to the residents at the proper temperature, meeting all safety standards. They will ensure an enjoyable, safe, energy efficient dining experience.
Broda Chairs
These chairs are essential for the health and comfort of many of our less mobile residents. Broda chairs help reduce the risk of muscle contraction and pressure sores.
Soft Serve Ice Cream Machine
Helps us put a smile on the faces of the Lodge residents. They love soft serve ice cream; it reminds them of ice cream socials and Sunday drives with their families. It is especially popular out in our Courtyard garden on those days we have BBQs. More importantly, soft serve ice cream can be served to almost all of our residents, despite dietary restrictions.