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One stitch at a time

November 30, 2020

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Disarming bombs on the frontlines

November 18, 2020

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Conscripted

November 11, 2020

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Always check the landing gear

November 08, 2020

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Firewoman

Nov 05, 2020
When a bomb dropped in England, Joan wasn’t far behind it. Racing out on the back of a military jeep with her crew, Joan said the life of a military firefighter in WWII was filled with excitement.
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Elton John tribute

Oct 19, 2020
Residents enjoyed a physically distanced Elton John tribute at Traditions of Durham Retirement Residence.
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Thanksgiving at Rosewood

Oct 12, 2020
Residents at Rosewood celebrated Thanksgiving with pumpkins and a turkey feast.
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Monarchs of Kingsmere

Oct 05, 2020
Residents spent the summer caring for monarch caterpillars and watching as they transformed into beautiful butterflies.
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Around the world in 5 days

Sep 21, 2020
Residents from Waterford Barrie travelled around the world without ever leaving the comfort of their home.
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Wise words Wednesdays

Sep 14, 2020
The residents at Island Park are sharing their words of wisdom each Wednesday in this innovative program.
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Newfoundland ponies at Carolina Retirement Residence

Sep 02, 2020
Cassie, the concierge at Carolina Retirement Residence, arranged for Newfoundland ponies to visit Carolina and the residents.
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Cooking up tradition

Aug 24, 2020
It’s more than just food. For Ari, the head chef at Kensington Place Retirement Residence, residents’ meals should speak to their tradition and culture.
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Blooming into spring

Aug 17, 2020
An award-winning gardener, John continues to nurture his green thumb at Traditions of Durham Retirement Residence.
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