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Your V!.VA Community Newsletter

V!VA’s Visionary – Jordan Bernamoff CEO and PresidentOn Wednesday, February 16th, Jordan Bernamoff passed away after a short battle with cancer. Jordan never let his diagnosis get in the way of caring for his family or leading the V!VA Team. He never lost his charismatic way, words of inspiration or ability to motivate others while fighting his own personal battle.

Jordan was driven by his passion to make a difference in the retirement living industry. He left a successful law career to co-found V!VA Retirement Communities in 2006 and built V!VA based on his innovative vision. He believed that every retirement community should be built for real people.

Jordan was known for his genuine respect for others and his ability to bring out the best in those who worked for him. Before moving into the retirement field, Jordan was Vice-President of Business Development for St. Peter’s Health System, one of Ontario’s premier geriatric hospitals.

Jordan will truly be missed by all Community and Team Members at the Waterside and V!VA Retirement Communities. We will always honour Jordan’s vision and keep his legacy alive by Making Today Great!

March 2011

1 V!VA’s Visionary – Jordan Bernamoff CEO and President

2 Winter Warm Up Week

2 March 2011 Brings Changes at The Waterside

3 What’s Happening?

4 Upcoming Events

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Winter Warm Up Week February 14th to 19th Throughout the week of February 14th to 19th, Community and Team Members participated in a variety of activities to try and forget about the cold winter months. The Waterside was a sea of RED on Valentine’s day with Members wearing red clothing and raising just over $250 in support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation. On Touring Tuesday, Members climbed aboard the Waterside bus and travelled to Pakenham to enjoy a homemade lunch prepared by Watt’s Cooking (the butter tarts are well worth the drive). Mid-week, Lifestyles Coordinator, Alison, joined Community Member Reg Bustard for an afternoon of cross country skiing on the trials along the Mississippi River. Things heated up considerably by Thursday and Members celebrated with a Hawaiian pool party. Community and Team Members enjoyed a selection of tropical fruit, V!VAlicious drinks and swimming in the heated saltwater pool. Friday’s events had Members participating in musical activities, singing and sharing many laughs with entertainer Paddy Stewart. On Saturday, we ended a fun filled week with a visit to Fulton’s Sugar Shack for a taste of Lanark County’s famous maple syrup.

Winter Warm Up Week is a time for Community and Team Members to have fun and Make Today Great together! Thank you to everyone for your participation.

March 2011 Brings Changes at The WatersideSince mid-October Valerie Danis, Administrative Coordinator has been working double duty as she assumed the role of Acting Community Director. Val has done an amazing job juggling the various roles while V!VA worked diligently to find the right person for the Waterside.

On behalf of V!VA Retirement and Members at the Waterside we want to thank Val for keeping us on track and supporting Community and Team Members during the transition. You are one amazing individual!

As March begins Val will begin orientating Waterside’s new Community Director Denise Tessier. Denise brings years of experience and knowledge with her from working in the retirement industry. We welcome Denise and her family as they travel from Sudbury, ON.

Q: What did one shrub say to the other shrub?

A: I don’t know about you, but I’m BUSHED!

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Tue. Mar. 1st

10:00 a.m.Bus Trip. Janie H. Knits in Perth followed by lunch at the Crossroads Tea Room in Balderson. Join the Knit Wits in their quest for wool and new ideas for knitting projects.

Wed. Mar. 2nd

2:00 p.m.The Gramophone Man. Join Darcy to view and listen to over 500 hundred 78rpm records. Don't miss out on this wonderful collection. Entertainment begins at 2:00 p.m. in Paddles Pub.

Sat. Mar. 5th

1:30 p.m.In The Woods. MUDDS Youth Theatre Performance; limited tickets available. $15/person. Please see Alison for details.

Tue. Mar. 8th

3:00 p.m.Mardi Gras Celebrations. Pull out your yellow, green and purple clothing! Festivities begin at 3:00 p.m. with New Orleans style music provided by Peter Brown.

Tue. Mar. 15th

10:30 a.m.Welcome Back Chinese Restaurant. Sign up early for this bus trip to a popular Chinese restaurant in Bell Corners, Ottawa.

Thur. Mar. 17th

10:30 a.m.March Community Member Forum. All Community Members are encouraged to attend this informative monthly meeting.

Thur. Mar. 17th

3:00 p.m.Luck of the Irish. Wear GREEN and celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Afternoon festivities provided by Celtic musician Blaine Broderick. Appetizers and drinks to follow.

Sun. Mar. 20th

2:00 p.m.Celebrate the arrival of Spring early with musical entertainment provided by Gib and The Boys.

Wed. Mar. 23rd

7:00 p.m.Musical Evening Entertainment provided by Side By Side. A new group of performers to visit the Waterside, come and enjoy!

Mon. Mar. 28th

6:45 p.m.Movie Night with the Carleton Place Brownies. Please join the Carleton Place Brownies for an intergenerational evening. Please Note: Oldies Re-runs cancelled.

Wed. Mar. 30th

2:00 p.m.Guest Speaker from Rideau Valley Diabetes Association. Presentation will focus on healthy food choices, eating habits and warning signs of diabetes. Dietician delivering presentation.

Thur. Mar. 31st

9:00 a.m.Museum of Nature. Ends of the Earth and Arctic Kaleidoscope are two of the exhibits you will enjoy at this wonderful museum. Please note: return for late lunch.

What’s Happening? March 2011

Happy Birthday to our February Community Members celebrating this month.

Friday, March 25thCome and celebrate our March’s Birthday’s. Cake, tea, coffee and entertainment provided.

Everyone is welcome to attend (even if it is not your birthday). Hope to see you there!

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Kiss Me, I’m IrishMarch 17th

Turn the Waterside GREEN on St. Patrick’s Day! Musical entertainment with Celtic performer Blaine Broderick at 3:00 followed by green beer and appetizers, PRIZE for best dressed Leprechaun!

Celebrate Mardi Gras New Orleans Style

March 8th

Get ready for Mardi Gras… pull out those bright clothes of yellow, green and purple, the official colours of Mardi Gras.

Celebrations begin at 3:00 p.m. with musical entertainment by the talented pianist Peter Brown. Appetizers and drinks to follow. Come and join in on with the fun and festivities with friends.

Prizes will be award to the best dressed!

Spring Fashion Show by Alia N Tanjay April 21st, 2011Volunteers needed for our Spring fashion show clothing provided by Alia N Tanjay from Hazeldean Mall. For every $50 spent receive $10 back to spend on additional items. Trunk sale on last seasons items and 50% off rack will be available.

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