SPECIAL NOTICES

All residents not only receive the necessary nursing and restorative care, but are also regularly assessed for their ability and desire to participate in leisure and recreational pursuits. Physiotherapy, music, pet therapy, and walking programs are all available and advantageous for physical and mental stimulation. Entertainment is provided on a regular basis, and local clergy hold weekly church services in the chapel. Group outings are organized to visit shopping malls, theatres, and special events, and arrangements can be made for a resident to go out with a friend or family member.

The Manor Auxiliary is extremely active and makes an outstanding contribution to the quality of life within the Manor. The Auxiliary Shop is a favourite spot for both residents and visitors. The afternoon coffee shop is much enjoyed, and so are the regular bingo games and other special events that the Auxiliary sponsors. Through various fund-raising activities in the community, the Auxiliary helps finance capital projects such as new  furnishings and equipment and subsidizes the costs of para-transit service for the residents' activity outings.

Two other organizations within the Manor also make important contributions to the well-being of the residents. All residents are encouraged to participate in the Residents' Council, which meets on the last Monday of the month at 2 PM. Family members, staff, and community members can attend these meetings by invitation, but voting is restricted to residents. The meetings address issues like housekeeping and menu suggestions, rules and regulations, and any other matter of general concern to residents. All proceedings are recorded in Minutes, which are then circulated to the Chair of the Board, the Vice-Chair, the Administrator, and all members of the Residents' Council. The other organization, the Family Council,  meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at Sherwood Park Manor.  The meetings last about an hour, and there is always an interesting and relevant guest speaker.  Anyone with a friend or family member residing at Sherwood is welcome to attend

In summary, careful attention has been given to each and every aspect of the residents' daily life so they can truly say, "This is home."  Hundreds have already enjoyed the secure, comfortable lifestyle; the good company; the peace of mind; the friendly services and delicious food; and the relaxed, friendly atmosphere of the Manor...and you can, too.

Detailed information relating to Sherwood Park Manor and residents' care can be obtained by clicking on the relevant topic in the blue window at the left of the page. If you would like to arrange for a tour of our facility, do feel free to phone or email us; we would be very happy to show you our Home in person. Meet the team who have provided the comfort and security to our infirm or older members in this community for over 25 years.

PLEASE NOTE: Admissions to all nursing homes in this area are coordinated by the Access Centre for Community Care in Lanark, Leeds and Grenville. The  Access Centre can be reached by phone at 613 283-8012  or toll-free at 1 800-267-6041. A recent (March, 2005) article in the Brockville Recorder and Times gives a comprehensive review of regulations governing admission to local nursing homes as well as a wealth of relevant additional information for anyone contemplating admission for himself/herself or for a family member. In a follow-up article (February 25, 2006), the author discusses what daily life is like in a long-term care facility like Sherwood Park Manor. Click here to read these articles.

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