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Page 16Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comMay 2012Berwick on the Park now offeringAssisted Living servicesOur new “Enhanced Living Services”(Assisted Living) model is driven by ourdesire to see our residents maintain theirindependence in the comfort of their homeat Berwick on the Park. The foundationof this new program is rooted withchoice, independence, respect, privacy andindividuality.The Berwick Retirement EnhancedLiving Services are a set of supportive livingservices registered through the office ofAssisted Living BC. With the assistance ofour qualified care providers, we work withour residents to develop a customized planof service that is flexible and unique to theirneeds. In addition to our existing Berwickhospitality services, residents will be able tochoose from a variety of support within theEnhanced Living program.ShuswapLodgeRetirement Residence“We see this as an extension of thegenuine hospitality that Berwick is wellknown for,” says Amir Hemani, ChiefOperating Officer at Berwick RetirementCommunities, “as our resident’s needsevolve, we will be able to more effectivelysupport their lifestyle in place with the goalof maintaining their independence.”In conjunction with the supportiveassistance, an additional benefit of theBerwick Enhanced Living program willbe the complimentary wellness clinicservices to help monitor and maintain eachresident’s overall wellbeing.Please contact Bev Graham at 250-377-7275 for more information regardingBerwick on the Park’s “Enhanced LivingServices” or any of our accommodationchoices.TVCO Celebrates 15th AnniversaryThe Thompson Valley CommunityOrchestra season finale on Friday, May 4will be an occasion for the 55 members ofThompson Valley Community Orchestrato celebrate 15 years of music making, withan entertaining evening of pop and classicalmusic presentations. From the majestic notesof The Pomp and Circumstance March, tothe lively interplay of The Maple Leaf Rag,to music from Les Misérables, Star WarsEpic, and A Salute to The Big Bands, theevening promises a variety of music styles toplease all listeners.As has become a tradition with TVCO,this concert will also be an occasion toshowcase talented members of the orchestra.Ten year-old Maggie Gu will play a soloviolin piece and young cellist Sam Rainerwill provide the vocals as the orchestra playsone of his original compositions. Veteranmusician Cal Muirhead will conduct hiscomposition of The Serenity Prayer withlyrics sung by Tenor John Franks.This orchestra, founded by Norris Bergin 1997 has grown in size and scope overthe years. From a starting group of 12 stringplayers the orchestra has grown to include allinstrument groups and a growing percussionsection. Its 55 players now include studentsfrom elementary, high school and universityas well as adult players. Of the original12 founding players, 9 still play with theorchestra, and they will be receiving somespecial accolades on the night. So come jointhe TVCO for an evening of celebration andwonderful music at 7 pm, Friday, May 4, atCalvary Community Church, 1205 RogersWay. Admission at the door: Adults $10,Children $5, Family $25.Supportive / Assisted Living at its Best• Care aide on site 24/7• Scheduled foot care• 3 Nutritional meals daily• Guest entertainers• Community outingsin our bus• Studio suites, 1 & 2 bedrooms• Spacious roomswith scenic views• Friday Happy Hour• Daily social &recreational activitiesBCSLASeal of Approval200 TCH SW Box 1480 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4P6 • 250-832-7081• www.shuswaplodge.com • admin@shuswaplodge.comCal Muirhead rehearses his composition The Serenity Prayer with TVCO andTenor, John FranksSubmitted photoSubmitted photoYoungest player, 10 year old Maggie Gu,concentrates during rehearsal.Suites startingat $1668monthlyA Community Where Health & Happiness are a Way of LifeThe Hamlets at Westsyde is a unique community designed for individuals and couples seeking quality assistedliving and complex care for seniors and young adults. The distinctive design of The Hamlets promotes socializationand offers necessary support to help each and every person achieve his or her personal best. Ourresident-centered care philosophy provides a focus on residents’ personal choice and dignity and creates acommunity where health and happiness are a way of life.At The Hamlets you can look forward to:Healthy and tasty meals prepared on site which includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks throughoutthe day.Amenities include a multi-media center, greenhouse, fireplace lounge, billiards/games room withcarpet bowling, tuck shop, chapel, hair salon and fitness room.Time to relax with family and friends and not have the worry of cleaning, cooking or home maintenance.A Gift of Selfless LovePlanning & Prefunding your funeralFuneralPre-PlanningProgramoffers:• Flexibility• Affordable Monthly Plans• Worldwide TravelProtection Plan• Peace of MindCall Kim MacKinnon,Certified Pre-arrangement CounsellorBook your appointment now. Having support to “age in place”, including couples who are able to stay together at The Hamlets, even iftheir individual care needs change and are different. Our onsite Team Professionals include Registered Nurses, Physiotherapist, Rehabilitation Assistant,Dietitian, Social Worker, Red Seal Chef, and more.Call and Book a Tour & Lunch is on us!3255 Overlander DriveKamloops, British Columbia V2B 0A5For more information or to register:Phone: 250-579-9061www.thehamletsatwestsyde.cominfo@thehamletsatwestsyde.com513 Seymour Street, Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2G8Ph: (250) 374-1454 • Toll Free 1-800-668-3379