BC Hydro Power Outage November 10 2023

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BC Hydro will be conducting a planned power outage on Friday, November 10th from 10am to 12pm. This is so that they can do some equipment maintenance.

The outage will affect the Primrose Gardens, Terrace East and Terrace West buildings. The emergency generators will provide power to one elevator in each building and essential power including hallway heating and some kitchen power. Residential apartments will be without power, heat and light during this time.

Lunch will still be served in each dinin room at the usual time. Residents should start coming down to lunch early as there will be longer lines at the elevator. Please be patient and do not attempt to take the stairs if that is not a usual activity for you. Residents are welcome to come down to the lobby if their apartment is uncomfortable during this time.

Guest Suites are Reopening November 1st!

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We are pleased to announce that effective November 1st, three Guest Suites will again be available to reserve for families/guests of Menno Place residents. There is one guest suite in Primrose Gardens, one in Terrace West and one in the Pavilion. Rates and booking information can be found below.

There are a few important details for you to note:

  • All bookings are made with Angela at Reception – 604.851.4000
  • Until November 15th, reservations for the Christmas Season (Dec 1st – Jan 7th) will be available only to residents of the building in which the Guest Suite is located. After November 15th, any available suite can be booked.
  • Please contact Reception if you h ave any questions regarding the Guest Suites.

We ask for your patience as we are reopening our Guest Suites. We are glad to offer this service to you, and we will address any hiccups as we go along and learn the booking system. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Leonard Klassen, Interim Manager of Independent & Supportive Living (604.851.4006).

Guest Suite Descriptions and Rates

There are three guest suites available on campus for bookings. Rates are inclusive of all taxes/fees, including parking.  Occupancy Limits may be adjusted depending on age of children (if applicable). A 1-night stay surcharge of $40 will be added to stays less than 2 nights.

Pavilion (Suite 222) – Bachelor Suite
2023 Rate:   $90/night
Occupancy Limit:   4

Full Kitchen (no dishwasher), Dishes, Dining Table w/ 2 chairs, Queen Bed, Pull Out Bed, Futon/Couch, TV, Individual coffee pot, toaster, microwave, Full Bath w/ tub, Portable Fan

Terrace West (Suite 102) – Bachelor Suite
2023 Rate:   $90/night
Occupancy Limit:   2

Queen Bed, Couch, TV, Small Desk/Table w/ chair, Full Bath w/ tub, Individual Coffee Pot, Patio, Fan, bar fridge, microwave (NO full kitchen)

Primrose Gardens (Suite 211) – 1 Bedroom Suite
2023 Rate:   $125/night
Occupancy Limit:   4

Queen Deluxe bed, Pull out Couch, Bathroom w/ Shower, Full Kitchen (no dishwasher), Dishes, Small Dining Table w/ 2 chairs, Individual Coffee Pot, Kettle, Toaster, Microwave, 2 Portable Fans

Join us for tea! Celebrating 70 years of care at Menno Place

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You’re invited!

For 70 years Menno Place has provided hope, dignity, and compassion to more than 25,000 seniors in Abbotsford.  Secure in that legacy of care now it’s time to build for the generations to come.

Please join us as we celebrate 70 years of trusted care with a tea reception on Thursday, November 23, 2023. Come and go from 1pm – 3pm in the Menno Hospital Chapel (32945 Marshall Road, complimentary parking).

At Menno Place it’s not just about a bed, food, and medical care. It’s about the incredible staff, volunteers, and donors who make it possible for our 700 residents to live their best lives.

Come join us as we celebrate this milestone and look forward to another 70 years of compassionate Christian care for the seniors in our community.

Reserve your free ticket at Eventbrite:

Menno Place Celebrates 70 Years! from Menno Place on Vimeo.

Current 2023 Protocols for Respiratory Illness

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Current 2023 protocols are now in place. Please note that these are updated from when we were in the COVID pandemic.

Showing care and concern for each other is our overarching approach.

The procedures vary depending on which apartment building you live in.

Staff are required to wear medical masks in common resident areas of all buildings.

Medical masks are optional for residents who have NO symptoms.

Visitors are asked to wear medical masks in all common areas (masks are available at the front entrances of each building).

 

 

As we stated at the beginning, showing care and concern for each other is our overarching approach. Let’s all do our part to avoid spreading illness. Thank you for your commitment to doing your part in following our protocols.

Smitha Varghese, Interim Manager of Assisted Living (604.851.1337)
Leonard Klassen, Interim Manager of Independent and Supportive Living (604.851.4006)

Current 2023 Protocols for Respiratory Illnesses in Independent Living

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Current 2023 protocols are as follows. Please note that these are updated from when we were in the COVID pandemic.

Showing care and concern for each other is our overarching approach.

If you have any of the following symptoms (fever/chills, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, muscle/body ache, headache, new loss of taste/smell, sore throat, congestion/runny nose, diarrhea/nausea/vomiting), please do the following:

DINE IN YOUR SUITE: Inform us so that we can deliver your meals. Do not come to the dining room while you are sick.

During office hours, please contact Reception – 604.851.4000

On weekends and statutory holidays, please call the kitchen in your building after 9:00am.

Pavilion: 604.851.1373     Terrace: 604.851.4011      PG: 604.851.7398

MASK IN COMMON AREAS: Wear a medical mask when in common areas of the building (for example, if you are on your way out to an appointment).

NO GROUP ACTIVITIES: Do not attend any recreation activities while you have the above list of symptoms.

INFORM FAMILY/CAREGIVERS: Contact your family/care givers for any necessary support; call 9-1-1 if in medical distress.

COVID TESTING: COVID test kits are available from Judith (LEA) or Angela (Reception). Covid testing will be self-administered or with assistance from your family or caregiver.

POSITIVE COVID TEST: Notify Reception (604.851.4000) or LEA (604.851.4021) to inform Menno Apartments of COVID positive test result.

We will provide a PPE (personal protective equipment) cart outside your apartment door for 5 days. This is for the purpose of protecting Menno staff and/or home care workers who need to enter your apartment to provide service while you are sick. You can rejoin dining and activities on the 6th day after your positive test, provided your symptoms have cleared up.

Staff are required to wear medical masks in common resident areas.

Medical masks are optional for residents who have NO symptoms.

Visitors are asked to wear medical masks in all common areas (masks are available at the front entrances of each building).

 

 

As I stated at the beginning, showing care and concern for each other is our overarching approach. Let’s all do our part to avoid spreading illness. Thank you for your commitment to doing your part in following our protocols.

Leonard Klassen, Interim Manager of Independent & Supportive Living
604.851.4006

Current 2023 Protocols for Respiratory Illnesses in Assisted Living

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Current 2023 protocols are as follows. Please note that these are updated from when we were in the COVID pandemic.

Showing care and concern for each other is our overarching approach.

If you have any of the following symptoms (fever/chills, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, muscle/body ache, headache, new loss of taste/smell, sore throat, congestion/runny nose, diarrhea/nausea/vomiting), please do the following:

DINE IN YOUR SUITE: Inform care staff so that we can deliver your meals. Do not come to the dining room while you are sick.

MASK IN COMMON AREAS: Wear a medical mask when in common areas of the building (for example, if you are on your way out to an appointment).

NO GROUP ACTIVITIES: Do not attend any recreation activities while you have the above list of symptoms.

COVID TESTING: COVID tests are available and care staff will administer a rapid test if you have any of the above list of symptoms.

POSITIVE COVID TEST: We will provide a PPE (personal protective equipment) cart outside your apartment door for 5 days. This is for the purpose of protecting Menno staff who need to enter your apartment to provide service while you are sick. You can rejoin dining and activities on the 6th day after your positive test, provided your symptoms have cleared up.

Staff are required to wear medical masks in common resident areas.

Medical masks are optional for residents who have NO symptoms.

Visitors are required to wear medical masks in all common areas (masks are available at the front entrance from the Visitation Host).

 

 

As I stated at the beginning, showing care and concern for each other is our overarching approach. Let’s all do our part to avoid spreading illness. Thank you for your commitment to doing your part in following our protocols.

Smitha Varghese, Interim Manager of Assisted Living
604.851.1337

Shake Out Earthquake Drill – Thurs October 19, 2023

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Menno Place will practice our earthquake preparedness safety drill  – the Great British Columbia ShakeOut – on Thursday, October 19th at 10:19am! DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON. All staff and residents at Menno Place will be participating with practice drills.

Drop, Cover, and Hold On when the earth shakes.

Taking the proper actions, such as “Drop, Cover, and Hold On”, can save lives and reduce the risk of injury. Everyone, everywhere, should learn and practice what to do during an earthquake, whether at home, work, school or traveling.

If you’re at Menno Place on Oct 19th, please prepare to participate in this drill.

At 10:19am you will hear an announcement: “Earthquake drill STOP, DROP, COVER, HOLD ON”

  • You are required, if safe to do so, stop current activity, drop to the floor and take cover under a table or desk.
  • You should count out loud for the duration of the simulated earthquake. This will help keep you focused and calm, as well as providing an indication of how long shaking can last.
  • When the shaking portion of the drill stops, stay in place and count to 60, giving displaced objects a chance to settle.

Some education tips:

  • Residents in beds, recliners, wheelchairs should not be transferred until after the shaking stops. Stay put. Cover your head and neck with your arms or a pillow until the shaking stops.
  • Wheelchair users: lock the wheels, cover your head and neck.
  • A safe place for residents who cannot drop is next to an inside wall away from moving/falling objects
  • Do not use doorways

For those who use adaptive equipment:

 

Upcoming Vaccine Clinics at Menno Apartments

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We are pleased to announce that we will be hosting vaccine clinics (both Flu and Covid) in each of our Menno Apartments buildings.

Pavilion – Thursday, November 2nd
Primrose Gardens – Friday, November 3rd

Beginning today, a questionnaire will be circulated to each tenant offering them the opportunity to sign up for vaccination. Each tenant can make their choice about both the Covid vaccine and the Flu vaccine. Please follow up with your loved one if they may have difficulty completing the form. Forms can be handed in to reception or put in the suggestion boxes located in each building.

If you have any questions, please contact reception at 604-851-4000.

Leonard Klassen,
Interim Manager of Independent & Supportive Living

In-Person Chapel Returns Sept 17!

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We are thrilled to announce that in-person chapel is returning to the Menno Place campus starting Sunday September 17th 2-3pm!  This service will take place once a month in the Menno Hospital chapel.

Everyone is welcome:

1. Residents who are able to come on their own may do so.
2. Residents who need assistance must have a family member or friend bring them or designate someone to do so. We are not able to provide staff to porter residents at this time.

Gathering in person for worship is a significant part of one’s faith experience. We want to provide this opportunity. Thank you for participating with your loved one to make it possible.

Volunteers Needed! Not every resident who needs assistance has family members or friends who are available to help. If you or someone you know would like to facilitate an in-person worship experience for those who need it please contact one of the Menno Place chaplains – Andy (Andy.Capesinio@mennoplace.ca), Ann (Ann.Thakker@mennoplace.ca) or Kerry (Kerry.Dyck@mennoplace.ca) . Thank you!

Staying Cool in Hot Weather

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It’s going to be hot for the next couple of days. Make sure you know how to stay cool and safe and watch out for symptoms of heat exhaustion.

How to keep your body cool and comfortable:

  • Drink lots of fluids
  • Stay in a cool space
  • Wet a facecloth with cold water and put it on the back of your neck
  • Dress in loose fitting, light colored and breathable fabrics
  • Pay attention to how you feel and watch for symptoms of heat exhaustion

How to keep your apartment cool and comfortable:

  • Make sure the heat is turned off
  • Keep your doors and windows closed during the day (you can open them overnight)
  • Close your blinds or curtains
  • Limit outside walks to the early morning
  • Cool off in the air-conditioned common areas of your building

Watch out for symptoms of heat exhaustion:

If you experience any of the following symptoms move to cool space immediately and let someone know you are not feeling well: skin rash, heavy sweating, headache, dizziness or fainting, nausea or vomiting, rapid heartbeat and breathing, muscle cramps, extreme thirst, and/or dark urine or decreased urination.

Leonard Klassen
Interim Manager of Independent and Supportive Living

If you have any questions please contact reception – 604-851-4004 (Terrace East and Terrace West) or 604-851-4000 (Primrose Gardens and Pavilion).