If you’ve ever been a caregiver, you know how worrisome and stressful it can be. The weight of it all can keep you up at night, especially right now, having a loved one in long-term care during the COVID-19 pandemic. But I’m comforted knowing Dad is happy and comfortable at the Perley Rideau.
An important update regarding COVID-19
Our response to COVID-19 is essential to containing the impact of this virus throughout our Seniors’ Village and beyond. As healthcare providers across the city come together to fight this virus - community members like you are doing your part by social distancing and helping to flatten the curve. Now, you can do even more to help by donating to our COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund.
Particularly popular – and effective – is the latest interactive environment created by residents, instructors and volunteers in the art Gallery on the second floor. This immersive multi-media art installation, entitled Octopus’ Garden, evokes the seashore and the ocean depths.
Maintaining a Sense of Normalcy
To protect public health and maximize quality of life for Perley Rideau residents, staff and managers continue to adjust policies and programming in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The cancellation of the 2020 edition of Ottawa Race Weekend won’t deter the newest members of Team Perley Rideau. Marie Gauthier and Susan Davies, seniors who reside in Perley Rideau’s independent-living apartments, are determined to keep fundraising and training for one of the Weekend’s events – the two-kilometre race – with their walking poles.
A Message from the Perley and Rideau Veterans' Health Centre / Foundation
"By standing strong and lifting each other up, we will get through this together." CEO Akos Hoffer & Foundation Executive Director Delphine Hasle.
"In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic I am reaching out to let you know where things stand at the Perley Rideau Foundation."
Jim Whitehead has found a new purpose in life, one that honours the legacy of his wife Pat, who passed away in 2018 after coping with Alzheimer’s disease for eight years.
There are many reasons why the Perley Rideau feels like home. You play such a big part in this.
"You can imagine that in my six years as CEO, I’ve had ample opportunity to take it all in. Because of you, the Perley Rideau is a special place, with a beautiful, homelike atmosphere. Thank you!"
A Home Filled with Love and Laughter
Working at the Foundation for the past six years, I’ve had this beautiful birds-eye view of seniors and Veterans enjoying life to the fullest at the Perley Rideau. Thanks to you, their days are filled with comfort, meaningful activities and opportunities to get together.