Renfrew-Collingwood Community News October 2019

October 2019

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Get ready to rumble

The nation’s eyes on Renfrew-Collingwood riding

by Paul Reid Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the main event. In the red corner, the contender, fighting with Team Trudeau and the Liberal Party, former CTV Vancouver news anchor, Tamara Taggart!

And in the orange corner, the undisputed incumbent, holding the title for two consecutive elections, fighting with the New Democratic Party, the current MP of Vancouver Kingsway, Don Davies!

Yes, all eyes were drawn to our community when the prime minister of Canada made it his first stop during the 2019 election to our very own Italian Cultural Centre to bolster support for Vancouver Kingsway Liberal candidate, Tamara Taggart.

As you can see from the map, about one-third of the Vancouver Kingsway riding, which streteches Source: tamarataggart.liberal.ca from Boundary to Oak Street, consists of our Renfrew-Collingwood community.

Source: dondavies.ca

The question is, will the relatively well-known Tamara Taggart’s star power be enough to unseat the current MP Don Davies in what has historically been an NDP stronghold? Also listed as running by this time are Kimball Cariou of the Communist Party of Canada, Lawrence Taylor of the Green Party of Canada and Helen Quan of the Conservative Party of Canada.

Source: www.elections.ca

I wish I could elaborate, but our non-partisan stance here at RCC News prevents just that. So may I just say, may the best person win. We want a clean election. No low blows. And remember, clean up your signs when this is done. The big election is Monday, October 21; who are you going to vote for? You all ready? Let’s get it on!

Homelessness Action Week

Housing is the difference.

Community is the connection.

October 13-19, 2019 Learn more: stophomelessness.ca #HAW2019

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Collingwood Corner: Groceries in the ‘70s

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New seniors bus Pages 4 and 8

Moon Fest sizzles Pages 6 and 7

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Watch for Homelessness Action Week THANK YOU! 2019 events in your neighbourhood – October 13 to 19 to all who A huge

advertise with the RCCNews Contact Lisa at 604-435-0323 or email: rccnewssales@ cnh.bc.ca

Each October, communities and organizations throughout the region mark Homelessness Action Week, which is organized by the Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley Council of Community Homelessness tables.

Homelessness Action Week

Community and grassroots events and projects are an important part of Homelessness Action Week. This week helps to increase awareness on how many people in our own city, region and province are affected by homelessness. Watch for local events in your neighbourhood and learn more about homelessness at stophomelessness.ca .

Healthy Feet in Collingwood 6:30 - 9 am Collingwood Neighbourhood House, 5288 Joyce Street

Housing is the difference.

Community is the connection.

October 13-19, 2019 Learn more: stophomelessness.ca #HAW2019

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Noticed in Renfrew-Collingwood

by Karen Vanon

The CNH Morning Star Breakfast Program serves 50-70 individuals experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, homelessness each week with a hot meal, shower and underwear program. The Healthy Feet Project will integrate foot care with the breakfast program participants bi-weekly on Saturday mornings, starting mid-October.

The program will provide necessary foot care for those experiencing homelessness and a connection point to other health-care providers.

For more information, contact Ana at 778-9288413.

Find more information on HAW events throughout Vancouver at vancouver.ca/people-programs/homelessness-actionweek.aspx

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Collingwood Corner: Grocery prices in 1972 and 1978

by Loretta Houben While fall cleaning I discovered a tiny piece of ephemera. At first, I didn’t recognize it because it’s so different than what I’m used to in 2019.

It was a piece of yellowed paper, 14.5” long and 1.5” wide. It’s an old shopping receipt from Canada Safeway, dated 4 Febrary 1978. The total at the bottom is $49.49. This would have been my mom’s shopping for the week. My parents usually went to Simpson Sears every Saturday, where Metrotown in Burnaby is located now, and then grocery shopped at IGA at Old Orchard on Kingsway, or Safeway near Tyne St. I stared at the list, and the highest priced item is $7.33, which was probably roast beef, and the lowest item is 5 cents. The list mystified me, and then I remembered I had a more itemized grocery list comparison in an old book I’d kept from my Grade 7 year at Sir Wilfred Grenfell School. It was put together by the students, and the list compared prices between various products at Stongs supermarket and Safeway located at 22nd Avenue and Rupert in Vancouver.

Here are a few items I copied from the list for your amusement: Butter Fraser Valley: 78 cents at both stores Chiquitta Bananas: $1.00 for 8 lbs at both stores Sunkist Navel Oranges: 6 for $1.00 at Stongs; 7 for $1.00 at Safeway Canned Sockeye Salmon: 79 cents at Stongs; 77 cents at Safeway Sun Rype Apple Juice: 49 cents at Stongs; 47 cents at Safeway Campbell’s Tomato Soup: 29 cents 2 pint at Stongs; 35 cents 1 pint at Safeway

Local volunteer honoured for a lifetime of volunteerism Local volunteer Vince Prasad received the 2019 Lifetime Volunteer Award Nominee Plaque at VanDusen Botanical Garden on September 18, 2019.

The Lifetime Volunteer of the Year award recognizes seniors and retirees in Vancouver who make a difference in our community and who use their time to help others.

Congratulations Vince!

Heinz Ketchup: 46 cents for 1 pint at Stongs: 57 cents at Safeway Hamburger Buns: 37 cents for 8 at Stongs; 33 cents for 8 at Safeway Hamburger Relish: 39 cents at Stongs: 41 cents at Safeway Raspberry Jello: 25 cents for 2 at Stongs: 22 cents at Safeway Fryercut Chicken per lb: 69 cents at Stongs; 69 cents at Safeway Ground Hamburger per lb: 85 cents at Stongs; 93 cents at Safeway T-Bone Steak per lb: $1.89 at Stongs; $1.76 at Safeway Grade A large eggs: 67 cents per dozen at both stores Corn Flakes: 41 cents at both stores Homogenized milk: $1.04 at both stores Kraft Slice cheese: 53 cents for 8 oz at both stores 8 tins pop: 99 cents at both stores The list was put together

by Peter Rindje, Wally Rulens and Tim Felcher.

This was nearly 50 years ago, and I find the price increase in groceries astonishing. In 1978, minimum wage was $3.50 per hour. Do you think the cost of living in Vancouver has improved over the years?

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COMMUNITY NEWS The mission of this non-profit publication is to provide the residents, businesses and organizations of Renfrew/Collingwood with a medium for community communication.

Paul Reid: staff writer and layout coordinator Lisa Symons: sales and distribution coordinator Julie Cheng: editorial coordinator

Contributors: Ann Wong, Himani Bhatnagar, Chao Cheng, Janet Lee, Jenny Shen, Kayla Isomura, Loretta Houben, Mandy Huynh, Paul Reid, Tony Wanless, Vince Prasad

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Thank you re: New B.C. funding to help seniors stay connected (RCC News, September 2019)

by Janet Lee

Thanks to the hard work of the staff at Collingwood Neighbourhood House there is now a brand new bus for the seniors to use to get wherever they need to go!

The staff at CNH really went above and Hurray! What a great gift! beyond to make this This is the best thing ever happen. They tried to come for the seniors at in so many differCollingwood Neighbourhood ent ways to raise the House, especially for those needed funds for a who are mobility/transporta- The new bus is beautiful! It new bus, but the costs tion dependent. For those se- is fully wheelchair accessible, remained out of reach. niors who are lonely at home, with seatbelts for everyone Finally they put their going out is often impossible. and all the safety bells and heads together and They need help in many ways; whistles. I went for a test brainstormed all the doing everyday things like drive and am happy to rereasons and needs for going to the bank or to medi- port that it is very comforta new bus. This they cal appointments and making able and luxurious. It is very presented to the Minsocial connections are exPhoto by Jenny Shen smooth and air conditioned ister of Health, Adrian tremely difficult. too. This bus, for CollingDix. When Mr. Dix announced wood, is to take seniors who Collingwood’s new bus on August 22, 2019, he also Collingwood Neighbourhood need transportation, wherannounced that 13 different organizations within House used to have a small, ever they need to go be it to B.C. will receive money to purchase (or help to purold bus that was constantly medical appointment, shop- chase) new buses for their transportation needs. in need of repair and was in ping, or social visits, and for dire need of safety upgrades. group trips.

So thank you, Collingwood Neighbourhood House, for your love for the seniors. Thank you for helping to fulfill our needs and for all your hard work and dedication. Not only did you give us seniors here at Collingwood a gift, you are a leader for the rest of the province.

Next submission deadline: Oct 10

Janet Lee is 83 years old and a long-time volunteer and participant at Collingwood Neighbourhood House.

Besides her many roles in the community, she’s also a Senior On the Move Advisory Committee member with a focus on seniors transportation issues.

The Renfrew-Collingwood Community News is an initiative of the Collingwood Neighbourhood House (CNH).

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VANCOUVER KINGSWAY all candidates meeting

October 8, 2019 at 7 pm

Collingwood Neighbourhood House 5288 Joyce St. Hear from the Vancouver Kingsway candidates before the October 21st Federal Election.

Bring questions for the candidates!

For more information, contact Collingwood Neighbourhood House at 604-435-0323

Read On!

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A news section for RenfrewCollingwood learners

Best way to have a better life

by Tony Wanless

Read On!

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Do you want a better life, a better job, and a better future for yourself or your children?

Reading levels on this page

Learn to read, or read better.

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The ability to read and write – known as literacy – is the best way to have a better life in Canada today.

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That is because almost all jobs in Vancouver and elsewhere insist that you have some reading and writing skills, usually in English.

It also means that if you can not read, or read well, you will very likely never get anything better than the most simple, lowest paying job.

Unfortunately, almost half the population of B.C. finds it hard to read a newspaper, calculate how to make a budget, understand credit card interest rates or fill out a work application form.

And most of these people may be immigrants who have never learned English.

They may not even ever had the opportunity to learn to read and write.

Because they do not have this one important skill, they will likely live in poverty forever.

In Canada it is almost impossible to get a job without some reading skills. Most jobs require good reading ability, and many demand far more than that.

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Dear Neighbours: I hope the start of the cooler season is treating you all well! Although summer is over, Fall always brings about such great and nostalgic events and activities. The change in colours of our trees is always a special treat to witness and a beautiful spectacle on its own.

Community Office Newsletter Are you subscribed to our newsletter? Please visit us at www.adrian.dix.mla.bcndpcaucus.ca to subscribe. Find out what we have been up to and how you can get involved with our office and the community. We would also love to hear from you!

If you have any events or activities you would like to share with your fellow neighbours, we would be happy to put up a poster in our office and/or publish it in the next newsletter.

Trick or Treat!

Halloween is just around the corner and my community office is open to trick-or-treaters! Come by on Thursday, October 31st between 9AM – 4PM for a small treat. We would love to see all the fun and wacky costumes you have created this year. My most memorable Halloween costume was a raven!

Looking for Resources?

I encourage you to speak with your family and friends on emergency preparedness plans. Drop by our office to pick up a “Master of Disaster” Home Emergency Preparedness Kit which contains valuable information on how to prepare for a power outage, earthquake, severe weather, and more. My office has a wealth of information and resources in a variety of languages on other topics that matter to you, including Provincial Government Programs, Community Programs, and Seniors’ Health and Wellness Services. Pick up copies for yourself or someone who might need the information!

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The following is a paid advertisement by Adrian Dix, MLA for Vancouver/Kingsway

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Burnaby Hospital Serves Many Constituents of Vancouver-Kingsway As Minister of Health, I am excited to share the great news about the upcoming redevelopment of Burnaby Hospital. The project is part of work underway to provide better health care throughout across British Columbia. In the last two years, the Province has announced almost $4 billion in capital investments for 11 hospitals, with more to come. The redevelopment, which at more than $1.3 billion will be among the province’s largest-ever health care investments, will impact every part of the existing hospital campus. It will add two new patient-care towers with new wards and operating rooms, a total of almost 400 beds (the majority in single rooms), a bigger emergency department and a new cancer treatment centre. The last big upgrades at Burnaby Hospital happened more than 40 years ago. Detailed business planning for the tower is underway, with construction expected to begin in 2024. For more information, please visit www.news. gov.bc.ca/.

Every year throughout Canada and the world, World Literacy Day (September 8, 2019) has been created to bring to mind this problem.

Our community office is located at 5022 Joyce Street and is open from Monday to Thursday 9AM – 4PM and Friday by appointment. Feel free to contact us at 604-660-0314 or adrian.dix.mla@leg.bc.ca. My staff and I are here to help you on matters related to provincial government services and ministries. I look forward to seeing you soon!

Because a large number of immigrants live in the Collingwood Neighbourhood House area, CNH takes a large part in highlighting the importance of literacy by acknowledging and providing some remedies through various events. Look for the displays about this important subject at CNH offices.

Sincerely, Adrian Dix, MLA Vancouver-Kingsway

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Moon Festival sizzles despite rain Still Moon Arts Society ran their 17th annual Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival last month, celebrating the four elements of earth, air, water and fire.

Despite one of the rainiest event days on record, the festival was still buzzing with attendees from all over the surrounding communities of the Renfrew Ravine. Local musicians and artists did not relent in the weather, and continued to display their impeccable artistic talent in front of crowds of awed and appreciative community members.

A huge thank you to all organizers, artists, volunteers and attendees for another successful Moon Festival!

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The Seniors Connection Brand new seniors bus driving around the Collingwood community and beyond with a specialist and thereafter the Safeby Himani Bhatnagar There’s a new ride in town, and it is swanky! The brand new Seniors Shuttle, which has been funded by the B.C. Ministry of Health, has capacity to carry up to 15 passengers. It is a striking white in colour, with large tinted windows for natural light, seatbelts, and tonnes of space for walkers and wheelchairs.

The shuttle is currently being used for the Better at Home Shuttle Service, which allows seniors to request on-demand rides for wherever they need to go – shopping, doctor’s appointments, seeing a friend – on a by-donation ($0-$10) basis. The service is active on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. Call a lift at 604-7195553.

way pharmacy. Christine uses it to go to a health centre in Metrotown, grabbing some take-away Greek food while at it.

The shuttle is also being used for the monthly senior’s trips, like the recent fun day out in Belcarra Regional Park in Port Moody and Boundary Bay in Tsawwassen. Many of the seniors appreciate the new bus, especially for the ramp, spaciousness and safety features “The new bus has made life much easier for those using it,” says bus driver Michael Hill, who knows how meaningful the shuttle is for the community. For seniors in Renfrew-Collingwood who are unable to drive or use transit, this service is a convenient, affordable way to complete important tasks and be independent.

Happy riding!

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Investing in volatile times

by Ann Wong Invest with purpose. We invest for many objectives. We typically will save for retirement, a home, vacation, home renovations, children’s education, and the list goes on and on. It is important to identify what is important and necessary (a need) and what is nice to have and would make you feel good (a want).

Once the market takes a downturn, you feel anxiety about the lower account value. As the valuation declines further, fear starts to set in that you have lost out. When the account balance keeps going down, you start to panic and worry.

Things get worst and you feel capitulation and ready to sell out and call it quits. Your mood keeps getting lower and sets into despondency.

It appears that there is no chance of getting back to where you were before. And finally, depression sets in as the account is considerably of lower value than what you had invested into it.

Clearly define each goal, the amount of funds you need and the time to achieve it. For example, if you are saving for retirement and you are now 40 years old, your goal may be 25 years away to reach the typical age of 65 for retirement. Twenty-five years is a long time for markets to go up (bull market) and markets to go down (bear market).

“Investing is like Black Friday and Boxing Day shopping.“

Investing is an emotional sport. When you first open the account and deposit the funds, there is optimism that you will be making money. Next is excitement and anticipation of the value growing. Followed by the thrill of how well things are doing. Then euphoria, that everything you touch turns to gold. You can do no wrong.

As the confidence is extremely high, this is also the highest point for financial risk.

Later, the market starts to pick up a little and bit of hope sparks. It is like a ray of light at the beginning of sunrise. As you keep the account intact rather than withdraw funds, there is a sense of relief. Better news emerges and the whole cycle starts again with optimism.

Remember that the investment markets run on cycles. Take advantage of down markets to buy more. Investing is like Black

Friday and Boxing Day shopping.

Buy low and buy more when you see the deals.

Time in the market is more important and has better results than timing the market.

When you are feeling the roller coaster emotions, speak to your financial planner to re-assess your goals, time horizon and risk tolerance.

Ann Wong has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. She holds the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Financial Management Advisor (FMA) designations and is also a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI). Send her an email if you would like to obtain an investment risk assessment and schedule a complimentary consultation to start on the right path to financial success. hello@ awsmgroup.com

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Flu Clinic (All Ages)

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Collingwood Neighbourhood House (CNH)

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A second home and a new beginning

COMMUNITY LUNCH Collingwood Neighbourhood House invites you to lunch every Tuesday and Thursday. Full meal prices are $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, $5 for students and $3.25 for children under 12. Items can be purchased a la carte or “to go.” *Joyce location

Kayla Isomura Visit Collingwood Neighbourhood House (CNH), “it’s good for you,” Maryam Shariatzadeh-Joneidi says.

October lunch menu Tues 01 Tomato soup Tuna melt / veggie option Salad; Marble brownie

A newcomer from Iran, Maryam made her first visit to CNH two years ago, thanks to a recommendation from her daughter-in-law.

Thurs 03 Beef stroganoff /veggie option with noodles Salad; Chocolate chip cookies

Maryam says she immediately filled out a volunteer form and now spends anywhere between four to five days a week here.

Tues 08 Cream of cauliflower soup Spinach or chicken pie Salad; Blueberry muffin

It turns out CNH was a natural fit.

Thurs 10 Salmon or veggie pie Salad; Vanilla pudding

On Mondays, she is in the kitchen cooking; Wednesdays are spent on the rooftop, gardening. On Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays, she is practicing her English, and sometimes spends Saturdays in drawing workshops.

Tues 15 Lentil soup Enchiladas chicken or veggie Salad; Tres leches cake Thus 17 Veggie chow menu / spring roll Salad; Egg tart

This fall, she hopes to be volunteering with Collingwood’s child care services.

Tues 22 Split pea soup Veggie or meat burger Salad; Vanilla cheesecake

“I always like gardening, I always like looking after the kids, and I like working [in] the kitchen,” she said. “I have three children and we’re [in] the kitchen all the time.”

Thurs 24 Roasted chicken with rice /veggie option Salad; ; Black sesame seed cookies

CNH has remained a major learning opportunity for Maryam, whether it’s a new recipe or a new plant.

However, the people at CNH have remained an important part of the neighbourhood house for her, too.

Everyone at Collingwood is nice, helpful, and makes her feel comfortable, she says.

For these reasons, Maryam regularly advises others to visit CNH, whether they’re another immigrant from Iran or a neighbour.

Tues 29 Pumpkin soup Chicken panini /veggie option Salad; Oatmeal cookies

After all, CNH has become a place for Maryam to create, learn, and grow.

Thurs 31 Meat or veggie loaf Mashed potatoes Salad; Pumpkin pie

“Everything is good for me,” she said. “It’s a good place.”

This page is sponsored by Collingwood Neighbourhood House

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RENFREW COLLINGWOOD COMMUNITY NEWS

OCTOBER 2019

Upcoming Events October

Annual General Meeting - September 26th

Mural Completion

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Thank you for all that attended our 2019 AGM on September 26 . The AGM th closes our 17 year as a BIA. We celebrate the partnerships we have with the Collingwood Neighbourhood House and the Collingwood Community Policing Centre, Mosaic, Vancouver Public Library and many more community organizations. We are looking forward to more street enhancement projects: more murals, benches, flower boxes, and new trash recipticals. We will continue to build on the Collingwood Guardians and special events like the Winter Carnival, Chinese New Year Lion Dance, Collingwood Days and the Jr. BIA. We would like to thank our Street Clean Team in partnerships with Coast Foundation Society and Mission Possible. Last but not least much appreciation to our landscape gardeners at Skookum Landscape.

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14th Thanksgiving 21st Election Day 31st Halloween November 11th Remembrance Day 30th Winter Carnival & Tree Lighting

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Collingwood had itÕs first Bubble Tea Crawl from September 14 to the 22 . In partnership with the I Heart Bubble Tea, there was an event at Sharetea and an nd actual bubble tea crawl was held on the 22 . Thank you Humphrey from #iheartbubbletea for organizing the crawl and to the Jr. BIA for handing out the cup sleeves.

Prizes were donated by CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice We would like to thank all the shops that participated: GONG CHA

MILK & SUGAR

YIFANG TAIWAN FRUIT TEA

ICY BAR

COCO FREASH TEA & JUICE

SUGARLOOP BY WESTCOAST DARTS BUBBLE WORLD TEA HOUSE

SHARETEA

HAPPY LEMON CAFƒ FOAM

SUNFLOWER BUBBLE TEA

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Save the Date Annual Winter Carnival & Tree Lighting - Saturday, November 30th 3:30 Ð 7:30 p.m.

Arts & Crafts for the kids, hot cocoa and cookies. A visit from Santa. @Tyne & Kingsway Local school choirs will perform along with others. More information next month.

Twitter & Instagram @shopcollingwood

Shop Collingwood! ItÕs good for business!

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RENFREW COLLINGWOOD COMMUNITY NEWS

RE-ELECT

DON DAVIES

From Vancouver Kingsway For Vancouver Kingsway Authorized by the official agent for the candidate.

Affordable Housing A Green Economy Head-to-Toe Healthcare www.DonDavies.org 604-256-5090

You Can’t Retire From Being Great Whoever said being a nurse is stressful? After working in orthopedic trauma at Vancouver General for six years and ultimately burning herself out, Three Links registered nurse Sharon Sevilla was eager for a change of pace, and after seeing an ad for a position at Three Links, ended up as part of our Team! Luckily for both parties, it’s been a perfect fit.

It’s hard to believe, but 33 years later, Sharon is retiring this month.

She will be greatly missed by all. In Sharon’s own words; “When I left VGH they all said I’d be back in six months – little did they know!”

The change of pace was just what she needed, and Sharon truly enjoys the more intimate nature of Three Links, and values the relationships she is able to develop with our residents “…as people, not just patients.”

She also likes the emphasis Three Links places on self-improvement, and the many programs and updates the facility makes to improve the quality of care it provides.

Outside of work, Sharon has a unique array of hobbies she will have more time to explore in her retirement – including bowling (which she takes quite seriously in fact, as a member of not one, but two, leagues!) and playing World of Warcraft.

Of course, spending time with her family, especially her grandson. They are truly lucky to have such a devoted and caring person in their life.

Sharon represents the best of what seniors care is to the people we serve. We at Three Links are thankful for the years of service she has given us, and wish her all the best with her forthcoming retirement!

Sharon Sevilla will be greatly missed by: