MENNO PLACE CAMPUS
Menno Place Campus is one of the largest senior's care campuses in British Columbia. There are 700 seniors living on 11 acres across from the Abbotsford Regional Hospital. Menno Place is governed by the Mennonite Benevolent Society which founded faith-based seniors care on this location in 1953.
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Menno Place
32945 Marshall Road
Abbotsford, BC V2S 1K1
604.859.7631
info@mennoplace.ca
More Information: 604.851.4000
Are you in the ‘sandwich generation’?
/in Articles, Sharon SimpsonThe sandwich generation is a term first coined by social worker Dorothy Miller in 1981. She was describing adult children who were “sandwiched” between their aging parents and their own maturing children.
Once Again, Menno Place hits a Hole-in-One!
/in Events, Family and FriendsWith the sun shining, the balloons up and the ribbon hung, Menno Place gathered for the grand opening of the putting green and lawn bowling alley. As BC’s largest campus of care, with over 700 residents, Menno Place is continually finding new ways to promote healthy and energetic living for seniors. There was an air of childlike excitement, as everyone knew that in just a few minutes they would get to play…
Honour a Loved One
/in Family and FriendsThere are 12 brand new, lovely benches at Menno Place.
Donate a bench to honour a loved one…
Grateful Hearts
/in Family and FriendsIn the last several months there have been some exciting additions to the Menno Place campus, and we are so thankful…
Pausing to Celebrate and Remember with our Annual Butterfly Release
/in Family and Friends, NewsMenno Place hosted their second annual Butterfly Release Celebration for seniors, families, and staff in the beautifully landscaped courtyard in the center of the 11-acre campus of care in Abbotsford.
Residents, family members, and staff were encouraged to purchase butterflies for release on this very special occasion…
Caring from Our Heart
/in ArticlesThe children had been sitting with their dying mother for several days. On our first visit Edith and I – along with the family – expected that God would call their mother home any hour. On our second visit, some three days later, we again sat with the family, expecting God to call her home any moment. After reading Psalm 23 and praying slowly and clearly so their dear mother could hear, one daughter asked, “Pastor Walter, why is death so hard?” …
All in a Day at Menno Place
/in Articles, Lex SmidI was worried about the weather, it was rainy and cold in the morning. Would it clear up for the afternoon release of butterflies? I earnestly hoped the sun would come through so that letting the butterflies free to fly could take place…
First Impressions at Menno Place
/in ArticlesMonday morning, my first day of a brand new job; I drove into the Menno Place parking lot full of trepidation. Not only is this my first “grown up” job, it is my first real encounter with the world of seniors care…
Job Opportunity – Life Enrichment Coordinator
/in Family and FriendsLIFE ENRICHMENT COORDINATOR – THE APARTMENTS AT MENNO PLACE – Are you looking for a meaningful job that maximizes your effective interpersonal relationship and communication skills? As Life Enrichment Coordinator, you are the liaison who communicates with seniors and their families before, during and after they become a part of the Menno Place community. You are key to exceptional customer service for those who are enquiring or planning to move to Menno Apartments. You help to create outstanding resident experiences that exceed the expectations of residents and their families once Menno Place is their home. Join Abbotsford’s fifth largest employer, serving 700 seniors in 6 buildings on 11 acres. This is a full-time salaried position with competitive compensation and benefits. Full job description: https://www.mennoplace.ca/careers Apply by end of business day – August 11, 2017. Send resume to: recruitment@mennoplace.ca
Heidi’s Scarves in the Fireside Treasures Gift Store – June 29
/in Events, Family and FriendsWhere: The Fireside Treasures Gift Store
When: June 29th, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Heidi’s Jewelry and Scarves is setting up shop at the Fireside Treasures Gift Store on June 29th, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Stop on by to browse her selection of jewelry and scarves.