The Northwood Foundation

With every passing year, there are challenges that arise for all of us, but there are always opportunities for reflection and growth. The Northwood Foundation is no exception. With the pandemic behind us, we set our focus on visioning – building and engaging our Northwood Foundation board to believe in the possible.

Northwood touches the lives of over 7000 Nova Scotians every day – who need special, loving care.

The Northwood Foundation’s role is to build relationships and share stories with people that not only see – but also feel the impact that Northwood makes in people’s lives.

Dignified Living Fund

September is Dignity Month. Due to popular demand, we kept the online, virtual silent auction in support of dignified living. Lasting all month long, this auction raised over $45K to help people live with dignity. A big thank you to all our sponsors, donors, and bidders.

Soles in Motion donated new shoes for our residents and tenants and they were given out during Dignity Month.

Throughout the year, the foundation team focuses on raising funds for Dignified Living, Mental Wellness Programs, and special projects that allow people to live more. This past year, we welcomed new ideas from donors who wanted to support Northwood in their own way.

Every donor, whether big or small, makes a difference for our Northwood Community –because they think with their hearts. And when your heart believes – together we can move mountains.

I am privileged to be a part of the Northwood Foundation that tells the story – that sets the stage for believing.

Handmade Lap Blankets

In March of 2022, residents were treated with a gift of their very own, handmade lap blankets from Mrs. McCrae who has been using her time and talents to make a difference for years. The residents were in awe as they got to keep the blankets they were posing with!

Petsmart Donation

In November, Petsmart chose Northwood as one of their Chance Friends so customers could donate a stuffed animal to our Northwood community. The response was overwhelming and we were able to give every resident one to call their own, plus we treated the staff who have worked hard all year long with some too. Thanks Petsmart!

BELL LET'S TALK DAY

On January 25th, Northwood continued our support of Bell Let's Talk Day. We did our part to kick start the conversation and take action to create a positive change for mental health in Nova Scotia and Canada. Together, we can make a difference and make the change happen.

Northwood Bus

The Northwood Foundation purchased a bus years ago to take our residents on outings. In October, just after having our bus repaired, the catalytic converter was stolen. After realizing the wait list for getting a new part was months away, Steele Auto Group found us a used one, and saved the day! Planning for a new bus began that day – stay tuned for the 2023 Live More Awards as all proceeds from that event will support the purchase of a new bus!

Holiday Card Campaign

Once again, Jack 929 embraced our Holiday Card Campaign, and Giving Tree Campaign and the turn out was amazing! Thank you to the team at Jack 929 who are always helping Northwood. Over 3,000 holiday cards were dropped off from daycares, schools, businesses, and community members who wanted to remember a resident during the holidays.

Teddy Bears For Northwood

Amy Murphy created a new event in support of Northwood residents at Ivany Place. Children could purchase a ticket to chat with Santa, and brought a teddy bear for Northwood residents too. Santa even had time to visit with the residents before he went back to the North Pole. We love Amy and her little Elf for their festive spirit and love for our Northwood community!

John Gracie returned again this year performing classic holiday tunes for the Ivany Place residents during our tree lighting celebration. Special thanks to Eastlink for making this happen again this year.