Latest News - Holy Family Home

Celebrating 75 years with Project to keep Residents Warm and Cozy

Lubov Foundation2021-09-23T14:45:27-05:00September 23rd, 2021|

Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League of Canada (UCWLC) members and some parishioners were busy. In celebration of the UCWLC 75th anniversary and in conjunction with a COVID-19 project they crocheted or knitted 150 laptop blankets and shawls. 100 of these were generously donated to Holy Family Home for residents to enjoy. Thank you to all those who took the time to create such beautiful pieces. Pictured (L-R) is Sandra Katchnowski, Coordinator Recreation Services at Holy Family Home, members of the Women’s League Janet Kuchma, Francis Bodnar, Lorna Nelson and Ana Cubela, Coordinator Spiritual Care at Holy Family Home.

2021 Federal Election

Lubov Foundation2021-09-13T14:34:02-05:00September 13th, 2021|

Dear Residents and Families, RE: 2021 Federal Election Holy Family Home will have a polling station where residents can vote at the Home for the 2021 Federal election. The polling station will be open from 8:30 am – 6:00 pm on September 20, 2021. The polling station will be located in the auditorium. Elections Canada has issued the documentation for voting to the Home. This documentation can be obtained at the nursing station of each unit. Residents who wish to vote or families who wish to escort residents to vote can obtain the documentation from the nurse on the respective [...]

COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall

Lubov Foundation2021-09-13T14:40:30-05:00September 13th, 2021|

The Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC) Manitoba Provincial Council is hosting a virtual town hall meeting with healthcare professionals and community leaders who will present the facts and share accurate information about COVID-19 vaccines. It’s time to dispel the myths and get the necessary facts and information from health care professionals to help you make an informed decision. Educate yourself to protect your loved ones and your community. Join the virtual event on September 19 at 2:00 pm for answers to many of your questions. Register for the event today

Covid / Visitation Update

Lubov Foundation2021-08-30T11:09:16-05:00August 30th, 2021|

Dear Families, With consideration of feedback received from our residents and families, we are making further changes to our visitation hours. The current public health direction does not permit us to ask the vaccination status of our designated family caregivers and indicates only one designated family caregiver can visit in the home at a time. We have heard from many designated family caregivers that given they are both fully vaccinated, they would like to visit at the same time and are willing to share their proof of vaccination with the Home. Beginning September 1, 2021, our visiting hours will be [...]

Festival of Lights Special Resident Events: “Holy Family Home Olympics”

Lubov Foundation2021-09-02T14:41:44-05:00August 17th, 2021|

Thanks to the generous Festival of Lights donation campaign, special recreation events for our residents continue throughout the summer. The third events were “The Holy Family Home Olympics” parties held at the beginning of August. Separate events were held so that residents from all units could attend while keeping in practice with social distancing and group size guidelines. Residents cheered each other on as they participated in different events such as axe throwing and golf putting. Everyone received a gold medal and toasted to a successful Olympics at the end to celebrate. The inflatable axe throwing, beverages, game equipment and [...]

Festival of Lights Special Resident Events: “Christmas in July”

Lubov Foundation2021-09-02T14:42:01-05:00August 13th, 2021|

Thanks to the generous Festival of Lights donation campaign, special recreation events for our residents are taking place in the park throughout July, August and September. The second events were “Christmas in July” parties held at the end of July. Separate parties were held so that residents from all units could attend while keeping in practice with social distancing and group size guidelines. Residents were greeted by a “snowfall” as they entered the park, enjoyed frozen hot chocolate treats and had a visit from a special guest- Santa on rollerblades handing out gifts, all while enjoying the brightly Christmas-decorated atmosphere [...]

Covid Update

Lubov Foundation2021-08-06T14:14:46-05:00August 6th, 2021|

Dear Families, Holy Family Home continues to care for our elderly population who are more vulnerable to severe outcomes if exposed to COVID-19. For our residents – and for our staff – and for you – masks and visitor restrictions will remain in place at this time even though new public health orders will be taking effect on Saturday, August 7, 2021. Please refer to the Shared Health website for reasons why Personal Care Homes (PCHs) follow different guidelines.https://sharedhealthmb.ca/files/covid-19-ph-orders-faqs.pdf As always, thank you for your ongoing patience and support as we navigate these ever changing times. Sincerely, Angela PeelerCFOO

Covid Update

Lubov Foundation2021-08-03T09:35:12-05:00July 30th, 2021|

Dear Families, We are reminding designated family caregivers and visitors that wearing masks (fully covering nose and mouth) is mandatory at all times both inside the Home and in the outdoor areas. This is in accordance with public health orders and is regardless of vaccine status. The vaccine is the best tool we have in the prevention of COVID-19 but it is not 100% effective. The mask requirement will remain in effect until the province gives further direction. There should also be no food or drink consumed by any visitors in the resident’s rooms. Thank you for your continued support [...]

Festival of Lights Special Resident Events: “Tiki Parties”

Lubov Foundation2021-09-02T14:42:46-05:00July 23rd, 2021|

Thanks to the generous Festival of Lights donation campaign, special recreation events for our residents are taking place in the park throughout July, August and September. The first events were “Tiki Parties” held on July 6 & 7. Four separate parties were held so that residents from all units could attend while keeping in practice with social distancing and group size guidelines. Residents danced to tropical party music, did the limbo and enjoyed colourful slushies in the brightly decorated park. The slushy machine rental, decorations and props were provided by the Festival of Lights Funding. Thank you to our Festival [...]

Covid Update

Lubov Foundation2021-07-22T19:21:31-05:00July 22nd, 2021|

Dear Families, Residents having short absences from the Home for non-essential reasons continues to be strongly discouraged. Shared Health has developed guidelines for short absences, which we understand will be have further clarification tomorrow. If residents leave the facility for short absences, the following will be the process (subject to change based upon provincial direction): Requests for short absences must be made 24 hours in advance Monday – Friday for approval by either nursing management of social work.Absences can be requested for 2 hours twice per week between the hours of 9 am to 8 pm.Transportation for residents must be [...]