News & Updates

The Lodge foundation fundraising committee is planning to reach into the community to pay for pressing needs not covered by the provincial government. Although targets have not yet been finalized, at the top of the list are two warming carts used to take food to residents who eat their meals in their rooms. Replacement could cost up to $25,000 each. More information will be available soon.

Retired lawyer and provincial civil servant Donne W. Smith was elected new president of the Lodge at the Annual General Meeting in late June. He replaced Ann McIntosh who completed her term but will remain on the executive as past president. Other members of the executive are Jane Lauzier a vice-president and Nancy Mandly in the joint role of secretary/treasurer.

A modernized, more useful website has been launched for the Lodge. It blends much more detailed information about existing Lodge operations and the proposed new build, which continues to await provincial government approval as negotiations of a viable per diem rate continue.

It has practical information for current residents as well as material designed to engage the people in Southwest New Brunswick in our innovative household-model that will demonstrate national leadership in seniors’ care. Services for the community, both current and proposed, are included as we work towards having more seniors living longer in their homes aging in place with dignity.

Donations are also now accepted online through the website, both for current needs and the new build.