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On June 3, 2011 Fraser Health and AgeCare marked the grand opening of Rosewood Neighbourhood at Harmony Court Care Centre, the first model of care designed for medically stable, independently mobile seniors with dementia for Fraser Health.

AgeCare has renovated and created 25 private suites on the main floor of Harmony Court. This specialized setting provides a safe and secure environment emphasizing the resident abilities rather than losses. A secure courtyard has been created, the new Hearthstone Lounge with fireplace and quiet conversation space and the ever popular demonstration kitchen area for baking and other fun pursuits.

Rosewood neighbourhood provides families with a unique care solution for a loved on who is not longer able to live on their own, or can no longer supported in an Assisted Living setting. This program is called "Alternative Care Model - Dementia".

Minister of Health, Michael de Jong states "This new model of care will allow the growing number of seniors with dementia to remain in their community, and close to friends."

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Planting our Azalea to Mark the Official Grand Opening

Resident Ambassador, Mr. W. Kellett,

Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors, Dr. Margaret MacDiarmid,

Parliamentary Secretary for Multiculturalisam, Richard Lee,

Executive Director, Health Cook, Fraser Health,

Minister of Social Development, Harry Bloy

and Minister of Health, Michael de Jong

Parliamentary Secretary for Multiculturalism, Richard Lee,

Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors, Dr. Margaret MacDiarmid,

Minister of Health, Michael de Jong

Executive Director, Heather Cook, Fraser Health,

AgeCare Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Hasmukh Patel

Minister of Social Development, Harry Bloy

Accreditation Canada is an independent group responsible for the national review and accreditation of senior care facilities across Canada. Organizations and communities will only be awarded their Accreditation Seal if they have successfully implemented all the required organizational practices and have a clear commitment to safety.

Surveyors from Accreditation Canada reviewed all AgeCare communities in Alberta and British Columbia in the fall of 2010. They reviewed documents, observed staff and care practices, interviewed key stakeholders and community partners. From this process, results are then shared with AgeCare.

We are proud to announce, Accreditation Canada recognized AgeCare for our industry-leading practices, a rare citation. AgeCare and our staff have been recognized for their exemplary and innovative implementation of the new Alberta Health Services - Supportive Living Program at Sunrise Gardens, Brooks, Alberta.

Additionally, we were cited for our ability to work in partnership with our community and regional healthcare partners to provide the seamless delivery of care and services.

AgeCare continues to look for further opportunities and ways to promote excellence within our organization.

Our newest community in Calgary is located in Walden, on the east side of McLeod Trail heading south. This location is ideal for the seniors as it is next to grocery shopping, a drug store, medical centre and all the amenities.

This community boasts 90 suites with well appointed amenities, dining rooms on each of the 4 floors. Additionally, each floor will have its own balcony so residents can enjoy fresh air and the lovely views any time they like.

Walden is also a LEEDS project, Leadership In Energy and Environmental Design which means it offers construction practices that support environmental health, as well as resident health.

It is designed to encompass strategies on energy efficiency, water efficiency, CO2 emission reduction, improved environment quality and the stewardship of resources.

A building becomes special when the residents move in! AgeCare is known for its programs that feature inter-generational participation and we welcome a true sense of community by involving neighbouring schools and organization to join us in our communities. We are a true partner in the communities where our buildings are located and we embrace our place in that neighbourhood!

In honour of October 1st the International Day of the Older Person, Valleyview (Medicine Hat), Columbia (Lethbridge) and Harmony Court Estate (Burnaby), held the first Seniors of Distinction Awards.

It was a special day to celebrate the seniors in those communities and all the contributions they have made. Together we are so proud to recognize and celebrate the achievements and diversity of local seniors through our award and nomination process.

We would also like to thank the local Mayors, Members of Parliament, Members of the Legislative Assembly for attending our special day and their participation. The award winners received Federal and Provincial recognition for their achievements.

AgeCare is so pleased to announce that our newest communities official grand opening. This supportive living community welcomed residents in August, 2009 and since then has welcomed all 84 residents.

We are proud to announce the Little Ducklings Day Care is up and running also, and the "Grand Friends" program is already such a huge success.

The Adult Day program is also under way and local seniors can join our community for wellness, programming and support with others.

The ACCA Board of Directors met on Monday, November 27 to elect a new President. ACCA Vice President – Private sector and Dr. Hasmukh Patel was elected.

Dr. Patel, founded AgeCare Ltd along with his partner Dr. Kabir Jivraj in 1998 with the mission to develop and manage innovative Supportive Housing and Long Term Care facilities in Alberta.

Dr. Patel attained his medical degree in the United Kingdom before immigrating to Canada in 1987. He established his practice in family medicine in rural Alberta before moving to Medicine Hat in 1991 where he continued to practice family medicine. During this time, he was also a staff member at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. AgeCare currently operates a total of eight private facilities, mostly located in southern Alberta (one in BC and one in Ontario).

AgeCare has many projects on the go, the opening of Sunrise Gardens in August 2009, the completion of Sagewood slated for the fall of 2010, and construction to start shortly in Strathmore (Sagecourt) and in Walden.

Dr. Patel has served on the ACCA Board of Directors since 2006 and has been chairing the ACCA Finance committee over the last couple of years.

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Dr. H. Patel, Chief Executive Officer, AgeCare, is featured as a national leader for innovative seniors communities in HCE Exchange May/June 2009 Issue The article describes AgeCare's successful current communities and the newest additions to the AgeCare family of communities.

>> View HCE Exchange Magazine Issue

>> View Article Featuring Dr. H. Patel

Coming Soon! AgeCare announces a new site in Calgary, in the community of Walden. Our latest community showcases our commitment to innovation in design and programming. AgeCare will pursue a Silver Level LEED certification. LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design - which is a Green Building Rating. This promotes a whole building approach to sustainability by recognizing performance in key areas of human and environmental health.

Harmony Court Estate Grand Re-Opening was a huge success, with many dignitaries and guests attending. The ribbon cutting was so moving as Ann Dillon who has lived in our community for 32 years! As our MLA Raj Chouhan described so beautifully, we are so thankfully that this local favourite community has received such a wonderful renovation. We all appreciate the investment into the Burnaby area and especially thank our community for its ongoing support of local events.

Ann is rightfully surrounded by our special guests:

October 9th, 1999-2009

AgeCare proudly announces that our original community, our first property, has arrived at 10 years! We would like to thank our entire community - the residents, the staff and the Medicine Hat community for their incredible support over the years.

Valleyview has been a success since the moment it opened and has experienced such a wonderful and vibrant history over the last 10 years. Well done to everyone and drop by to give then congratulations they sincerely deserve it.

Harmony Court continues to demonstrate itself as a local favourite and
wins a top 3 placement in the Burnaby New Leader newspaper contest.
This contest is voted on by citizens in Burnaby and New Westminster!
Our new community is so proud to be apart of this great community and
give our thanks for voting us top 3!

Harmony Court Estate which recently enjoyed a grand re-opening was featured in the feature length news article Cozy Corner "Let's Talk" with Janet Isherwood. Janet recently visited Harmony Court Estate in person with a very positive review of our Seniors Community in Burnaby.

Read Cozy Corner "Let's Talk" Article<<

August 19/2009 Groundbreaking

Shirley Reinhardt, Deputy
Reeve, Wheatland County
Back Row left to right; Ken Sauve, Councillor, Wheatland; Dwight
Standford, Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Strathmore, Brad Walls
Town Council, Strathmore; Bob Sobol, Town Council, Strathmore; Mike
Lloyd Town Council, Strathmore; Glen Koester, Councillor, Wheatland;
Bernie Bland, Councillor, Wheatland; Alice Booth, Councillor, Wheatland