Abby’s Story: My daughter’s angel
When my daughter, Abigail, was five, she was diagnosed with leukemia. Abby was scared and we tried our best to explain to her why she was sick, but it was a difficult time for our family.
Bert’s Story: SuperWalk for Parkinson’s
Callum hadn’t yet been born when his grandfather, Wilbert, began showing signs of Parkinson’s disease. It wasn’t until the family returned to Canada from Australia that that the youngster began developing a relationship with Grandpa Bert.
Delia’s Story: My Glamorous Grandma
My Grandma Delia always seemed so fascinating to me. She had sparkling brown eyes and a charming laugh. She lived in a huge old house in Chatham, Ontario, and always dressed in pretty skirts and wore jewellery, no matter the occasion.
Grandpa’s Story: Dancing king
I’ve taken ballet since I was a little kid and nobody was a bigger supporter than my grandpa. He used to take me to my lessons and he was always front and centre at my rehearsals, cheering me on.
George’s Story: A box of memories
My husband was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease a few years ago.
Jodie’s Story: Birthday Blues
Next week is my 65th birthday. Sixty-five was the age at which my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.
Paul’s Story: The joy of children’s laughter
Paul Miller is a big strong man who lost a leg in World War II. He is a war veteran, but is jolly and has a soft spot for his grandchildren.
Annie’s Story: Coming out of her shell
A resident at The Village of Erin Meadows has made a significant improvement since coming to long- term care a few years ago. Annie arrived at the home as a quiet woman who kept to herself and didn’t participate in any of the activities.
Sandor’s Story
Fresh air, great food and brisk walks around the promenade deck! I was recently diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, but that didn’t stop my wife, Megan, and I from taking a seven- day Alaskan cruise.
Vivian’s Story
Last year I was diagnosed with high blood pressure and my doctor prescribed medication for it. I decided it was time to get proactive about my health but had never been a very athletic person.