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ATHENS, ON – The Fundraising Team supporting the G. Tackaberry & Family Home is proud to announce that they have reached 82% of their $3 million fundraising goal, thanks to the generosity of community donors over recent months.
With $2.4 million raised to date, the Fundraising Committee for the new 192-bed home recognized 14 individuals and businesses for their collective contribution of $178,000 on April 15.
The cheque presentation event...
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ATHENS, ON – You can tap your toes and toss a contribution to support the residents of The G. Tackaberry & Family Home on February 8th when the Shantyman performs a concert at the Joshua Bates Centre. The concert is a fundraiser and a minimum of $10 per person donation would be greatly appreciated.
The concert will feature a selection of songs from the ‘50s and ‘60s by Chris Hum, the Shantyman. The event will also have a display of the G. Tackaberry...
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ATHENS, ON – The Maple View Landings Redevelopment Project (G. Tackaberry and Family Home) is set to receive a major boost with a charity volleyball tournament organized by students, taking place at the Athens District High School gymnasium on Saturday, November 16.
Organizer Katherine Pattemore is leading the event with friends, as "Maple View Lodge" holds a special place in her heart.
“My friends and I are running this charity volleyball tournament because...
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The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, in partnership with St. Lawrence College, officially welcomed the Living Classroom to Maple View Lodge in Athens, Ontario. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held on Wednesday, September 25th, was a celebration of the innovative educational model that will benefit both students and the long-term care community.
The Living Classroom model integrates hands-on training within long-term care settings, allowing students to acquire practical...
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This week, the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville were honored to host Ontario’s Minister of Long-Term Care, the Honourable Natalia Kusendova-Bashta, and Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes MPP, Steve Clark, for an in-depth tour of Maple View Lodge in Athens. The visit provided an opportunity for the Minister and MPP to engage directly with the beloved residents and dedicated staff of the long-term care home.
Mayor of Athens, Herb Scott, thanked the...
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