2026 Strategic Framework Open House

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On May 15th, we had the opportunity to come together as a community to reflect on our journey and work over the past year and look ahead to what we are doing in the near future.

The open house was marked by an update in four specific areas – our strategic priorities – Christian Values, Home of Choice, Service Excellence, and People and Culture.

We were pleased to have 50 of our staff complete the event passport which shows that they received the update at each of the booths. These staff were entered in a draw to win an Amazon gift card. Congratulations to the winner – Milet from our Housekeeping and Laundry team!

We had many external stakeholders join us including community partners and a member of our Board and we thank them for coming. It was an encouraging time to see a strong representation across our organization, and throughout the Abbotsford community.

Thank you to everyone who attended, contributed, and helped bring this event to life.

Nurses Week: Gift Card Winners!

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Thank you to everyone who participated in our two gift card draws for Nurses Week!

For the first draw we asked our nurses to describe Menno Place nursing using a movie title, song title, or book title — and explain your choice.

The winning answer came from Navneet Dhanoa who works in Menno Home East 2. Naveneet has won a $50 gift card for her answer, “You Have Got A Friend (song by Carole king). Menno place feels like this song because long term care is about comfort, trust and companionship. Residents are supported with dignity and kindness, and staff are there every day to provide care, friendship, and a sense of home when it matters most.” Congratulations Navneet!

For the second draw we asked, “What is one small thing you do as a nurse that you believe makes a big difference to residents at Menno Place?”

And the winner is – Jenna Padilla, from Menno Home West 1. She has won a $10 Starbucks gift card for her answer, “Taking the time to make a resident a warm beverage of their choosing in the dining room, even if I’m busy administering medications so the residents don’t feel like they’ve been accidentally forgotten.” Congratulations Jenna!

 

Memorial & Butterfly Release 2026

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Join us for the Menno Place Butterfly Release on Friday, June 12 at 2:30pm, following our annual memorial service at 1:00pm in the Hospital Chapel where we’ll be honouring those who have passed since June 2025. Click for details on how you can pre-purchase your butterfly!

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Dementia Education Series Continues on June 3

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We are pleased to invite you to attend the third session of our Dementia Education Series – Depression and Anxiety in Older Adults. If you missed the first two sessions you are welcome to join in at any time.

Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Location: Menno Hospital Chapel
Presenter: Dr. Atul Nanda, Geriatric Psychiatrist

Dr. Nanda will lead this informative session and share valuable insights into the care and management of individuals living with dementia. This session offers an excellent opportunity to deepen understanding and enhance the support we provide to our residents.

We strongly encourage all staff members and family partners to attend and benefit from Dr. Nanda’s expertise.

We look forward to your participation.

Kind regards,
Smitha Varghese
Director of Care, Menno Home and Hospital

The winning theme for the Staff Summer BBQ Is…

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Thank you to everyone who voted on the theme for this year’s staff BBQ. The winning theme is: DENIM & PLAID!

Mark your calendars for Thursday, August 13th and come to the Menno Home courtyard for food, music and summer vibes.

Nurses Week: Gift Card Draw #2

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This draw is for the second gift card we’re giving away to a nurse at Menno Place as part of our Nurses Week celebrations. To enter the draw simply fill out the form below.

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Save the Date for the 2026 Memorial & Butterfly Release

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MEMO: No More Availability for Summer Vacation Requests

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MEMO
To: All Menno Home, Hospital and Apartments Staff
From: the Staffing Offices
Date: May 11, 2026
Re: No More Availability for Summer Vacation Requests

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The staffing office will not accept time off requests from  June 15, 2026 – September 15, 2026.

Please see your managers and have them sign off on any time off requests before submitting to the staffing office.

 

Thank you for your co-operation.
Menno Staffing Office

Nurses Week: Gift Card Draw #1

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As part of our National Nursing Week celebrations we will be giving away two gifts cards to two nurses at Menno Place. To enter the draw simply fill out the form below.

Fill out my online form.