Programming staff inspired boy to volunteer at Leisureworld Rockcliffe
Making an impact on residents' lives is young man's reward
Friday April 15, 2011 -- Kristian Partington
Sachil Patel is a busy man, by anyone’s standards. The 17-year-old is prime minister of his student council; he sits on numerous community youth committees; he co-ops in radio and television broadcasting; and he gives what time he can to the residents of Leisureworld Caregiving Centre Rockcliffe.

Leisureworld Oxford resident has always helped other
"Love others and do for them what needs to be done," Marguerite Fenton says
Wednesday April 13, 2011 -- Kristian Partington
Marguerite Fenton was the second oldest child in a family of 10 children. She says there was always something important that needed to be done and it was natural for her to step up when needed.

"Real life heros" make a difference at Leisureworld
Volunteers' contributions acknowledged this week
Monday April 11, 2011 -- Lisa Bailey
They come from all different backgrounds, with a variety of skills and interests, to give their time and energy in a multitude of ways at Leisureworld Caregiving Centres.

Residents and staff make volunteer experience amazing
Smiles count as greatest reward
Friday November 12, 2010 -- Lisa Bailey
Patricia Munroe says volunteering at Leisureworld Caregiving Centre O’Connor Court is a remarkable and rewarding experience.

Oxford honours 'the treasures in our chest'
10-year volunteer appreciates chance to help residents
Thursday October 21, 2010 -- Lisa Bailey
Leisureworld Caregiving Centre Oxford considers its volunteers ‘the treasures in our chest.’ This was the theme of the 80-bed home’s annual appreciation dinner for its complement of helpers, held Sept. 29.

Richmond Hill volunteer rides to conquer cancer
Residents and council support young cyclist
Friday June 25, 2010 -- Lisa Bailey
Cycling by, David Lattavo catches sight of a hand-painted sign outside of a home reading, “A survivor lives here thanks to you.”

Visiting volunteer believes in giving back
Leisureworld Lawrence residents enjoy one-on-one time
Thursday April 29, 2010 -- Lisa Bailey
The sound made Linda Hogarth’s heart soar. The one-on-one visiting volunteer at Leisureworld Lawrence says she’d been “babbling on” Saturday night to a normally uncommunicative and withdrawn resident about a shower she’d attended, when the seemingly impossible happened — the resident laughed.

Volunteers' work is music to residents' ears
Leisureworld Barrie welcomes The Great Pretenders
Wednesday April 28, 2010 -- Lisa Bailey
Pat Partridge’s work is music to the ears of residents at Leisureworld Caregiving Centre Barrie.

Volunteer's vintage collection gets tip of the hat
Program stirs memories for Leisureworld Ellesmere residents
Monday March 29, 2010 -- Lisa Bailey
Residents of Leisureworld Caregiving Centre Ellesmere are tipping their hats to volunteer Gloria Bondy.

Leisureworld Elmira volunteer lives by the 'golden rule'
Porter nominated for Circle of Excellence Award
Tuesday March 23, 2010 -- Lisa Bailey
Terry Arndt is a cherished source of comfort to residents at Leisureworld Caregiving Centre Elmira.

Norfinch calls committed volunteer 'a hero'
Senior runs program, assists with outings, tends to grounds
Friday February 26, 2010 -- Natalie Hamilton
From turning topsoil and tending to tomato plants to supporting residents who have dementia and assisting with outings, Luigi Simone has become "a gem" to Leisureworld Caregiving Centre Norfinch.

O'Connor Court honours its volunteers as part of LTC Week festivities
Family and volunteer appreciation dinner a lively and enjoyable time: Steele
Monday November 2, 2009 -- Jennifer Higgs
As part of its Long-Term Care Week celebrations, Leisureworld Caregiving Centre O’Connor Court hosted a residents honour families and volunteers appreciation dinner Oct. 21.

Leisureworld Elmira honours Nancy McKee's commitment to volunteering
Monday May 2, 2008 -- Jason Thompson In recognition of selflessly volunteering her time and energy, Nancy McKee is the Leisureworld Caregiving Centre Elmira’s Circle of Excellence recipient for 2008.

Volunteer recognized for 33 years of service, uses music to reach residents
Friday April 25, 2008 -- Camille Jensen Six volunteers from Leisureworld Caregiving Centre Scarborough were awarded Ontario Volunteer Service awards April 14, including a woman who has volunteered at the home for more than 30 years.