Aspen Heights Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:               Score:

Gold:           John F. and Joan A.            2700

Silver:         Jackie N. and Carol F.       2000

Bronze:        Richard D. and Deirdre P. 1800

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:             Score:

Gold:           Joan K.                                     30

Silver:         Marion C.                                15

Bronze:        Peter B. and Pearl R.        12

Today started off with a riveting game of Jeopardy!  Our residents really know their stuff!  Team vs Team battling it out for the medals during this very competitive game against wits.  Jeopardy Pro John R. proved that novelty socks are still in fashion! Keep an eye on our Facebook page to catch a glimpse!

Later, the anticipation was palpable as 15 players took to the tables and spread out their cards for a cryptic game of luck that EVERYONE enjoys – Bingo!!

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by the entire Management team. Our special guest Constable Lavictoire, Community Liaison, had to excuse himself from the ceremony, so Executive Director Barbara Thorne awarded the medals.  Our resident Art F. gave a very moving closing speech in which thanked the staff, especially Health and Wellness Director, Maddi Thauberger, and her aids and volunteers for being so involved and hardworking to make this event so enjoyable.

Athletes and Volunteers were joined by a few visitors in our community such as invitees from the CRM like Leon and Leda, Gladys and Winnie. Renowned bagpiper Jeanie Hawes whose presence was gratefully appreciated with the emotional and hypnotic sounds of Celtic ancestry.  Executive Director Barbara Thorne led the Canadian Anthem.

We celebrated the optimism and a positive can-do of everyone who participated in our “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade” week of fun and friendly competition.

With the Games officially closed everyone at Aspen Heights Retirement Residence is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games. You can feel the anticipation in the air!

???? Quote of the Day: “I am happy we get to sit for these events today, I am tired!” ????

Auburn Heights Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:           Score:

Gold:           Bruce                                  17000

Silver:         Jan                                       6000

Bronze:        Hank                                5000

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:           Score:

Gold:           Gale                                       25

Silver:         Ed R                                      24

Bronze:        Ted                                      20

Today featured 2 great events at Auburn Heights.  In the morning it was Team vs. Team battling it out for medals during friendly game of Jeopardy.  We were very impressed by everyone’s knowledge, but Bruce really blew us all away!

Later, the anticipation was palpable as 35 players took to the tables and spread out their cards for a cryptic game of luck that everyone enjoys – BINGO! Fun fact: Auburn Heights residents enjoy playing Bingo online!  Did you know the largest Bingo game in history took place in Jacksonville, Florida with a staggering 600.000 players!

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by Cory our Marketing Director & Sam Health & Wellness Director, who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.

With the Games officially closed everyone at Auburn Heights Retirement Residence is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games. You can feel the anticipation in the air!

“If you dream and allow yourself to dream you can do anything,” Clara Hughes, Order of Manitoba and Officer of the Order of Canada. Clara is a dual-season Olympian, and the only athlete in history to win multiple medals at both the summer and winter Olympic Games.

Preston Park I Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:       Score:

Gold:           Noreen R                       2800

Silver:         Ileen Y                            2500

Bronze:        Joyce D                         600

At Preston Park, 12 challengers battled it out for the medals.

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:     Score:

Gold:           Louise F                        25

Silver:         Joyce C                         24

Bronze:        Mary W                     17

At Preston Park, 32 players battled for medals in this new category.

Today featured 2 great events at Preston Park! In the morning it was a fierce head-to-head competition for medals during friendly game of Jeopardy.  We were very impressed by how quickly our contestants came up with the answers! Later, the anticipation was palpable as players took to the tables and spread out their cards for a cryptic game of luck that everyone enjoys – BINGO!

Athletes and Volunteers were joined at the closing ceremonies by MP Kevin Waugh, MLA Lisa Lambert,

City Councillor Bev DuBois, and Keith Jorgensen. We celebrated the optimism and a positive can-do attitude of everyone who participated in our “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade” week of fun and friendly competition.

With the Games officially closed everyone at Preston Park is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games. You can feel the anticipation in the air!

Preston Park II Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:       Score:

Gold:           Marie L.                         2200

Silver:         Barb G                              700

Bronze:        Eileen R.                        400

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:    Score:

Gold:           Roxy B.                         35

Silver:         Pat A.                            25

Bronze:        Betty S.                       17

Today featured 2 great events at Preston Park II.  In the morning it was Resident vs. Resident battling it out for medals during friendly game of Jeopardy.  Marie L impressed us with her Canadian trivia knowledge!  Later, the anticipation was palpable as 20 players took to the tables and spread out their cards for a cryptic game of luck that everyone enjoys – BINGO! A Tie had to be broken for our first-place winners with a nail-biting game of four corners!

A thrilled Silver Medalist, Pat A, exclaimed: “I never win at Bingo, but here I am!”

Lilly W., our 100 year-young resident, had a fabulous bingo game with two separate wins! She normally doesn’t play but could help but sign up for the healthy competition!

Athletes and Volunteers were joined at the Closing Awards Ceremony by:

• Kevin Waugh, MP
• Lisa Lambert, MLA
• Bev Dubois, City Councillor.

We celebrated the optimism and a positive can-do of everyone who participated in our “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade” week of fun and friendly competition. With the Games officially closed everyone at Preston Park II is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games. You can feel the anticipation in the air!

College Park I Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:     Score:

Gold:           Dawn V.                        155

Silver:         Linda S.                         125

Bronze:        Barry L.                      115

At College Park Retirement Residence, 16 athletes battled it out for the medals.

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:      Score:

Gold:           Irene D.                         23

Silver:         Barry L.                         21

Bronze:        Estelle L.                   17

At College Park Retirement Residence, 26 players battled for medals.

Today was the final day of the games. Residents did not let the last day of the games slow them down! Participants continued to challenge themselves with 2 events: Jeopardy and Bingo! Once the medalists were determined, the Residents participated in the closing ceremonies to say goodbye to the 2024 ASCSGs.

Competitors were honoured to be joined at the award ceremony by:

• Minister Christine Tell,
• MLA Nicole Sarauer,
• Mayor Sandra Masters and
• Police Chief, Farooq Sheikh,

who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances. Thank you for sharing this special day.

Executive Director, Melissa Gustafson introduced the 2024 ASCSG Closing Ceremony by stating, “Our theme this year has been If Life Gives You Lemons… Squeeze Some Fun—and I think we squeezed as much fun as possible this week!” With the Games officially closed everyone at College Park Retirement Residence is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games.

College Park II Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athletes Name:      Score:

Gold:           Irene B                          2900

Silver:         Jo-Anne H                    1200

Bronze:        Rose F                          900

At College Park 2, 18 residents battled it out for the medals.

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:           Score:

Gold:           Jo-Anne H                         29

Silver:         Beattie G                            25

Bronze:        Elaine P                            12

At College Park 2, 17 players battled for medals.

Today featured 2 great events at College Park 2.  In the morning residents were battling it out for medals during friendly game of Jeopardy.  We were very impressed by everyone’s quick wit!  Later, the anticipation was palpable as players took to the tables and spread out their cards for BINGO. Residents loved the change of pace with a new way to play bingo. They are hoping to see this format in our regular bingo programming!

Competitors were joined at the Award and Closing Ceremony by Dignitaries:

• Minister Christine Tell
• MLA Nicole Sarauer
• Mayor Sandra Masters
• Police Chief Farooq Sheikh

They participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.  We celebrated the optimism and a positive can-do of everyone who participated in our “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade” week of fun and friendly competition.

With the Games officially closed, “We can’t wait for next year”, residents said over and over again during the happy hour following the closing ceremonies!

River Ridge II Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:           Score:

Gold:           Harold S                        62/66

Silver:         Keith D                          54.5/66

Bronze:        Elizabeth P                     49/66

At River Ridge 2, 7 participants battled it out for the medals. Harold really impressed up with his quick recall and trivia knowledge!

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:           Score:

Gold:           Bev S                            17

Silver:         Grace S                         15

Bronze:        Elizabeth P                     12

At River Ridge 2, 32  players battled for medals.

Today featured 2 great events at River Ridge 2.  In the morning it was Team vs. Team battling it out for medals during friendly game of Jeopardy.  Later, the anticipation was palpable as players took to the tables and spread out their cards for an RR2 crowd favourite – BINGO!

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by dignitaries, Executive Director Kim Olver and Health & wellness Director Nikki Johnson who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.

With the Games officially closed everyone at River Ridge 2 is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games. You can feel the anticipation in the air!

At this year’s Games, we had 2 Husband & Wife Medal Winners. WOW – They really cleaned up!  George has won 3 medals and wife Sarah won a medal as well. They either played or attended every game! Not to be outdone, Les won a gold earlier in the week (he played almost every game this week while his wife cheered him on. Today, they both played Bingo & his wife won Bev gold!

Seine River Retirement Residence

“I have been here for nearly 10 years, and these have been the best games yet! What a week!” exclaimed Ms. Barb D.

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:      Score:

Gold:           Lorna S                           5400

Silver:         Robert M                       4600

Bronze:        Margaret W                4400

At Seine River Retirement Residence, 15 participants battled it out for the medals.

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:      Score:

Gold:           Inga M                          18

Silver:         Helen B                         15

Bronze:        Harry Y                       10

At Seine River Retirement Residence, 20 Bingo players battled for medals.

Today featured 2 great events at Seine River Retirement Residence.  In the morning, we had 15 participants battling it out for medals during friendly game of Jeopardy.  We were very impressed by everyone’s quick wit!  Later, the anticipation was palpable as 20 players took to the tables and spread out their cards for a cryptic game of luck that everyone enjoys – BINGO!

Ms. Inga M, an octogenarian who has been playing BINGO for more than 20 years showed her stamina as she filled her card for the win!

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by Executive Director Angela Aitchison, Lifestyle Director Lisa Karpowicz & Health & Wellness Director Krzysztof Szulc who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.

Athletes and Activity Volunteers were joined by Seine River retirement Residence Staff at our Closing Ceremony. We celebrated the optimism and a positive can-do of everyone who participated in our “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade” week of fun and friendly competition.

With the Games officially closed everyone at Seine River Retirement Residence is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games. You can feel the anticipation in the air!

Shaftesbury Park Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:

Gold:           Arnice P

Silver:         Joelle R

Bronze:        Enid D

At Shaftesbury Park Retirement Residence, 17 teams battled it out for the medals.

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:

Gold:           Daniel M

Silver:         Joanne M

Bronze:        Barnie C

At Shaftesbury Park Retirement Residence, 26 players battled for medals.

Today featured 2 great events at Shaftesbury Park Retirement Residence.  In the morning, residents tested their knowledge during friendly game of Jeopardy. Later, the anticipation was palpable as players took to the tables and spread out their cards for a game of luck that everyone enjoys – BINGO! This was our first-time playing bingo for the Games and it went very well!

Mrs. Dorothy S who usually doesn’t join our regular Bingo program, ended up winning our very first game! She steadfastly maintains that she will only play Bingo for the ASC Games.  Time will tell whether we can temp her…

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by Tricia Charles, ASC Vice President of Operations for Manitoba, who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances. Mr. Justin A, who won the gold medal for Ladder Ball, won a Silver National Medalist. He was so happy, and he couldn’t wait to show it to his daughter when she visits later this week! Congratulations Mr. A.!!!

With the Games officially closed everyone at Shaftesbury Park Retirement Residence is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games. In fact, Chef De Mission Betty Anne observed, “We squeezed a lot of fun this sweet and bittersweet to close the games. We are looking for bigger and better next year!”  ???? ???? ????

Sturgeon Creek I Retirement Residence

JEOPARDY

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:

Gold:           Janet Y

Silver:         Dave R

Bronze:        Pat C

At Sturgeon Creek 1, 15 athletes battled it out for the medals.

Today featured two great events at Sturgeon Creek 1.  This morning everyone was battling it out for medals during friendly game of Jeopardy.  We were very impressed by everyone’s knowledge!  Later, the anticipation was palpable as 20 players took to the tables and spread out their cards for a cryptic game of luck that everyone enjoys – BINGO!  We had a three-way tie for most medals! Congratulations to Rilla, Ian and Dave!

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by Nellie Kennedy, MLA Assiniboia, who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.

We celebrated the optimism and a positive can-do of everyone who participated in our “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade” week of fun and friendly competition. With the Games officially closed everyone at Sturgeon Creek 1 is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games. You can feel the anticipation in the air!

Sturgeon Creek II Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:

Gold:           Brian T.

Silver:         Sylvia H.

Bronze:        Barb M.

At SC II, 12 trivia buffs vied for the last medals of the games.  They were attended by a following of cheerleaders, who were very quiet and attentive.  All competitors appreciated an all-Canadian Jeopardy!!  A gold medal winner was established at the end of the game, but we came up with a 4-way tie for silver.  Play-off rounds took place, and after the first round we were down to 2 players, who battled it out for the silver and bronze medals.  A true “photo finish” for the last event of the games!!!

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:

Gold:           Isabel B

Silver:         Alfons K.

Bronze:        Solange M.

At SC II, the dining room/bingo hall welcomed 25 avid bingo players.  Once everyone was settled in, a “bingo” hush fell over the room and play began.  Unlike other events, bingo is relatively quiet and you could see the concentration on players’ faces.  Play ensued with 5 games that were familiar to

SC II regulars, and the newcomers caught on quickly.  Bingo will be the only event where the medal winners were not announced on the spot—everyone is going to have to sleep on it and wait until the closing ceremony and final medal presentation to find out who the bingo queens or kings will be!!!

Daily Fun Fact:  Our bingo games assistant was the first to shout out “Bingo!!”—and no—it wasn’t a set up!!

Athletes and the SC II community were joined for the closing and final medal ceremony by MLA Assiniboia Nellie Kennedy, who brought her good wishes and assisted with some of the final medal presentations.  With the Games officially closed everyone at SC II is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games after a weekend of well-earned rest!!

Victoria Landing Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:      Score:

Gold:           Evelyn O                        2500

Silver:         Marie G.                         2300

Bronze:        Wendy B.                       600

At Victoria Landing Retirement Residence  10 participants battled it out for the medals.

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:        Score:

Gold:           Elizabeth C.                    20

Silver:         Lottie G.                           17

Bronze:        Ruth V.                            12

At Victoria Landing Retirement Residence , 21 players battled for medals.

Today featured 2 great events at Victoria Landing Retirement Residence. In the morning it athletes battled it out for medals during the friendly game of Jeopardy.  We were very impressed by everyone’s quick wit!  Later, the anticipation was palpable as players took to the tables and spread out their cards for a crowd favourite at Victoria Landing– BINGO!

Competitors were joined at the Award and Closing Ceremonies by dignitaries who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.

• Glen Simmard, MLA Brandon East
• Jelynn Dela Cruz , MLA for Radisson/Legislature Assistant for Health, Seniors & LTC

Claudia Nohr Executive Director and Daniel Miranda, Health & wellness Director closed the ceremonies that celebrated the optimism and a positive can-do of everyone who participated in our “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade” week of fun and friendly competition.

With the Games officially closed everyone at Victoria Landing Retirement Residence is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games. You can feel the anticipation in the air!

Beacon Heights Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:       Score:

Gold:           Gaetane                         2800

Silver:         Rita                                    2400

Bronze:        Gilberte                        1500

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:    Score:

Gold:           Rene                             10

Silver:         Margaret                       8

Bronze:        Earl                               7

For the Final Jeopardy round, question was “What year was the first ASC Games?” A new resident guessed based on how old BH is. Do you know the correct answer?

There was an amazing turn-out for Day 5 of the Games. The entire Games Room was filled with contestants and spectators. One even shared, “Next year I will do more than just cheer, I will play and win gold!”

Athletes and Volunteers were joined by the whole BH management team. Ottawa Mayor

Mark Sutcliffe joined the celebrations via video.  #TeamOttawa

With the Games officially closed everyone at beacon heights is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games. Lemonade was certainly made for the 15^th Annual Senior Games! ????

Cedarcroft Place Retirement Residence

“Wow what a week this has been, I think everyone had so much fun. I could really use a nap now!” – Shirley

BINGO (played on Monday)

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:           Score:

Gold:           Betty S

Silver:         Rennie

Bronze:        Janet

At Cedarcroft Place we had 18 players battling for medals. Rennie assumed that that he wouldn’t like bingo, so he had never played. In spirit of the Games, he decided to give it a try and ended up winning the Silver medal. Rennie proudly showed off his medal for the rest of the week!

Trivia Challenge

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:

Gold:           Norma

Silver:         Stuart

Bronze:        Brian

Our morning began with an intense game of Trivia followed by a relaxing chair yoga session. At Cedarcroft Place we had 9 residents battling it out for the medals.

Our residents were then pipped into the dining room by Stratford Police Pipe Band member, Dan Johnsons.

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by Mayor Martin Ritzma and MP John Nater, who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.

Residents then enjoyed a relaxing afternoon with musical entertainment to end the week with the band Keys & Strings.

A great way to close out a fantastic week, themed “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade”! With the Games officially closed everyone at Cedarcroft Place is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games. You can feel the anticipation in the air!

Chapel Hill Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:      Score:

Gold:           Brian D.                         2300

Silver:         Michael C.                      700

Bronze:        Grace K.                        400

At Chapel Hill Retirement Residence, 10 Competitors battled it out for the medals.

Assisted Living – Cornhole

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:      Score:

Gold:           Carol R.                         19

Silver:         Bobbie T.                       15

Bronze:        Barbara H.                  14

At Chapel Hill Retirement Residence, 14 players battled for medals.

Today featured 3 great events at Chapel Hill.  In the morning it was Resident vs. Resident battling it out for medals during friendly game of Jeopardy.  We were very impressed by everyone’s quick wit!  Later, the anticipation was palpable as players took to the tables and spread out their cards for a cryptic game of luck that everyone enjoys – BINGO! Our Assisted Living Residents brought their A game in our favourite competition, Cornhole.

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by MP Marie France Lalonde, who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.

With the Games officially closed everyone at Chapel Hill is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games. Congratulations to everyone at Chapel Hill! What a great week!!

Cité Parkway Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name         Score:

Gold:           Hubert D.                       3,900 pts

Silver:         Martine G.                      3,000 pts

Bronze:        Claudette L.                 2,900 pts

Today featured a friendly Jeopardy competition, residents, husbands & wives, & friends battled it out for medals! Gold Medalist Hubert exclaimed: “I used to know these things, now it is sheer luck or maybe I am smarter than I think!”

Competitors were awarded their medals and flowers were also delivered to all our Assistants and our Chef de Mission. We look forward to celebrating with everyone soon!!

Fox Hollow Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:       Score:

Gold:           Deirdre O.                   1500

Silver:         Derek S.                        1401

Bronze:        Harry H.                     1400

At Fox Hollow Retirement Residence, 24 players battled it out for the medals.

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:

Gold:           Karen H.

Silver:         Tony M.

Bronze:        Faye S.

At Fox Hollow Retirement Residence, 22 players battled for medals.

Today featured 2 great events at Fox Hollow. In the morning it was 1 vs. 1 battling it out for medals during friendly game of Jeopardy.  One of the week’s Gold Medalists, Sophie urged her fellow players on, “If there’s anyone that can do it, we can!” We were very impressed by everyone’s general knowledge!  Later, the anticipation was palpable as players took to the tables and spread out their cards for a game of luck that everyone enjoys – BINGO!

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by the Chef and Assistant Chef de Mission who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances. Residents are tired but happy after a busy and satisfying week!

McCarthy Place Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:          Athlete’s Name:      Score:

Gold:             Ginny P                          800

Silver:           Vida Mae I                    700

Bronze:         Phyllis R                      300

At McCarthy Place, 6 teams battled it out for the medals.

BINGO

Medal:          Athlete’s Name:   Score:

Gold:             Ria K                            10

Silver:           Lois W                           7

Bronze:         Deb H                         5

At McCarthy Place, 28 players battled for medals.

Today featured 2 great events at McCarthy Place. In the morning it was Team vs. Team battling it out for medals during a friendly game of Jeopardy.  We were very impressed by everyone’s quick wit!  Later, the anticipation was palpable as players took to the tables and spread out their cards for a cryptic game of luck that everyone enjoys – BINGO!

Ms. W, an octogenarian who has been playing BINGO for more than 20 years, showed her stamina as she filled her card for the win!

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by Mayor Martin Ritsma and MP John Nater who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.

We celebrated the optimism and a positive can-do of everyone who participated in our “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade” week of fun and friendly competition. With the Games officially closed everyone at McCarthy Place is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games.

Lakeridge Heights Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Team’s Name:              Score:

Gold:           Barb’s Bees                    700

Silver:         Busy Bees                      400

Bronze:        Golden Honeys                0

At Lakeridge Heights 3 teams with a total of 18 players battled for medals. 6 per team.

Today featured our reminiscing walk and slideshow where residents were able to look back at photos from the week, followed by an intense game of Jeopardy. In the morning it was Team vs. Team battling it out for medals. We were very impressed by everyone’s quick wit!

Athletes and Volunteers were joined by Christiane Khalileyh – Constituency Assistant to MPP Lorne Coe at our Closing Ceremony. We celebrated the optimism and a positive can-do of everyone who participated in our “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade” week of fun and friendly competition.

With the Games officially closed everyone at Lakeridge Heights is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games.

Summit Heights Retirement Residence

“As we bid farewell to these ASCSG games, let us remember to make refreshing memories that inspire us to keep competing and keep savoring every moment life offers!”

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:     Score:

Gold:           Rob G                           3,200

Silver:         Betty P                          2,800

Bronze:        Mel P                            2,300

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:           Score:

Gold:           Barb E                            Won 2 times full Card

Today featured Jeopardy at Summit Heights.  In the morning it was a great battle for medals during friendly games of Jeopardy.  It was a Super Jeopardy with contestants going wit-to-wit.

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by Deputy Mayor Ted McMeekin and Lisa Maychak the Project Manager for an ageless Friendly City who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.

Château Symmes Retirement Residence

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:      Score:

Gold:           Myron Z                         2400

Silver:         Judy B                             1400

Bronze:        Henri L                         1100

At Château Symmes, 21 players it out for the medals. We were very impressed by everyone’s quick wit!  Later, the anticipation was palpable as the musician was getting ready to start the show.

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by Declaire Tuburce, who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.

Everyone at Château Symmes appreciated the events of this week and are eager for next year’s events!  Mary Lou S exclaimed: “It’s too bad it over I liked the special lemon snacks this week!” We did too, Mary Lou! ????

Résidences de la Gappe, Phase 1

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete/Team’s Name: Score:

Gold:           Mrs. G. Blackney             1800

Silver:         Mrs. F. Thibault               1500

Bronze:        Mrs. C. Lapensée             1400

At Résidence de la Gappe Phase 1-15 teams battled it out for the medals.

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:           Score:

Gold:           Mrs. L. Tremblay             30

Silver:         Mrs. M. Ricard                27

Bronze:        Mrs. G. Bergeron             15

At Résidence de la Gappe Phase 1, 21 players battled for medals.

Details on competition:

The residents are very happy to have the two new disciplines today, we started the day with the Quiz, Jeopardy, that the residents were looking forward to with excitement. Mrs. Blackney and Mrs. Tremblay’s competition became quite serious, they were fighting for gold, and this was obvious to all the spectators. Bingo went well and the winner’s luck prevailed. We had a lot of residents shouting bingo at the same time, and we could feel the excitement.

Recap of Medal and Closing Ceremony:

Athletes and Volunteers were joined by community, business, and government dignitaries at our Closing Ceremony. We were happy to have Mathieu Levesque CAQ MP, Chapleau Riding join us.  He was joined on the podium by :

Mrs. Dusseault -Plouffe – Chef mission – Jeopardy

Mrs, Côté – Assistant – Walk – pétanque-atout – shuffleboard

Mrs. Thibault- Assistant – Bean bag – Bocce – Bingo

Mrs. Drouin– Assistant- Ladder ball and Cornhole

We celebrated the optimism and a positive can-do attitude of everyone who participated in our “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade” week of fun and friendly competition. With the Games officially closed everyone at residence de la Gappe Phase-1 is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games.

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Jeopardy

Médaille :      Nom de l’athlète/de l’équipe :       Score :

Or :               Mme G. Blackney                                       1800

Argent :         Mme F. Thibault                                        1500

Bronze :         Mme C. Lapensée                                     1400

BINGO

Médaille :      Nom de l’athlète/de l’équipe :        Score :

Argent :         Mme M. Ricard                                          27

Bronze :         Mme G. Bergeron                                   15

Détails de la compétition :

Les résidents sont très contents d’avoir les deux nouvelles disciplines d’aujourd’hui, nous avons commencé la journée avec le Quiz, Jeopardy les résidents attendaient ce moment avec excitation. Mme Blackney et Mme Tremblay font de la compétition est devenu assez sérieuse, elle se batte pour l’or et ceci était perceptible dans tous les spectateurs. Et pour finir aucune n’a gagner ! Le Bingo a bien été, mais c’était difficile pour les résidents de bien comprendre le principe.

Fait amusant du jour :

On a éprouvé beaucoup de plaisir ce matin au bingo comme on continuait sur la même carte pour faire les ligne nous avions beaucoup de résidents qui criaient bingo en même temps ont pouvais sentir l’excitement, les résident ont beaucoup apprécie.

Récapitulation de la cérémonie de remise des médailles :

Lors de la cérémonie de remise des médailles, les concurrents ont été rejoints par Mathieu Levesque CAQ député du comté de Chapleau, qui a félicité les athlètes vainqueurs pour leurs performances. Il a été rejoint sur le podium par :

• Dusseault -Plouffe – Chef mission – Jeopardy
• Côté – Assistant – Walk – pétanque-atout – Shufflboard
• Thibault- Assistant – Bean bag – Bocce – Bingo
• Drouin- Assistant- Ladder ball and Cornhole

 Récapitulation de la cérémonie de clôture et remise des médailles :

Les athlètes et les bénévoles ont été rejoints par des dignitaires de la communauté, du monde des affaires et du gouvernement lors de la cérémonie de clôture. Nous avons célébré l’optimisme et la détermination de tous ceux qui ont participé à notre semaine de plaisir et de compétition amicale intitulée “Quand la vie vous donne des citrons, faites de la limonade”.

Les Jeux étant officiellement terminés, tout le monde à Résidence de la Gappe Phase 1 est impatient de se préparer pour la 16e édition annuelle des Jeux.

Résidences de la Gappe, Phase 3

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:        Score:

Gold:           Raymond L                     1500

Silver:         Denis C                            750

Bronze:        Jeannine B                   625

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:        Score:

Gold:           Gaetane C                      20

Silver:         Madeleine S                    12

Bronze:        Suzette L                       10

Today featured two great events at Residences de la Gappe phase 3 and 4.  In the morning we had residents battling it out for medals during a friendly game of Jeopardy.  Later, players took to the tables and spread out their cards for a game that everyone enjoys – BINGO!

When a resident asked us if we had received the results for the National Medals. We made them believe that we would only have them next week. We kept the surprise until the closing cere Silver and Bronze Medalist Mrs. Philipps and Mrs. Costa were very happy and surprise! mony of the games. The residents were so happy. Especially the winners!

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by DOC Marcelin Shematsi, AD Chantal Boutin and our Chef Of Mission, who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.

Athletes and Volunteers were joined by Chantal Lariviere (musician and singer) at our Closing Ceremony. We did a marche with all the athletes and residents accompanied by the bagpipe player. We celebrated the optimism and a positive can-do of everyone who participated in our “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade” week of fun and friendly competition.

With the Games officially closed everyone at Residences de la Gappe phase 3-4 is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games.

Résidences de la Gappe, Phase 4

Jeopardy

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:        Score:

Gold:           Raymond L                     1500

Silver:         Denis C                            750

Bronze:        Jeannine B                   625

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:        Score:

Gold:           Gaetane C                      20

Silver:         Madeleine S                    12

Bronze:        Suzette L                       10

Today featured two great events at Residences de la Gappe phase 3 and 4.  In the morning we had residents battling it out for medals during a friendly game of Jeopardy.  Later, players took to the tables and spread out their cards for a game that everyone enjoys – BINGO!

When a resident asked us if we had received the results for the National Medals. We made them believe that we would only have them next week. We kept the surprise until the closing cere Silver and Bronze Medalist Mrs. Philipps and Mrs. Costa were very happy and surprise! mony of the games. The residents were so happy. Especially the winners!

Competitors were joined at the award ceremony by DOC Marcelin Shematsi, AD Chantal Boutin and our Chef Of Mission, who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.

Athletes and Volunteers were joined by Chantal Lariviere (musician and singer) at our Closing Ceremony. We did a marche with all the athletes and residents accompanied by the bagpipe player. We celebrated the optimism and a positive can-do of everyone who participated in our “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade” week of fun and friendly competition.

With the Games officially closed everyone at Residences de la Gappe phase 3-4 is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games.

The Courtyards on Eagleson

“We Made it!” – June M., Gold Medalist

Cornhole

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:      Score:

Gold:           June M.                         8

Silver:         Patricia L.                      5

Bronze:        Joan J.                          3

BINGO

Medal:        Athlete’s Name:       Score:

Gold:           Ken J.                               4

Silver:         Betty G.                          3

Bronze:        Judy R.                          2

Today featured Corn Hole and Bingo great events at Courtyards on Eagleson.

Everyone loves Bingo at the Courtyards. We played Bingo every day!

Competitors were joined at the Award Ceremony by Councilor Allan Hubley and Elanie A., from Family Physio, who participated in congratulating the winning athletes on their performances.

Athletes and Volunteers were joined by Allan Hubley – Councilor for Kanata South for the Closing Ceremony. We celebrated the optimism and a positive can-do of everyone who participated in our “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade” week of fun and friendly competition.

With the Games officially closed everyone at The Courtyards is looking forward to preparing for the 16th Annual ASC Seniors Games.

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