In October, The Salvation Army Meighen Health Centre launched its first Wellness Month under the theme “Taking Care of Mind, Body, and Soul.” This initiative was created to support the overall well-being of our staff through meaningful engagement, education, and holistic care. Our Wellness Day, held on October 30, featured two impactful sessions:Althea Fernandes, MC,  […]

Last week, we proudly celebrated a truly special occasion — Staff Appreciation Day 2025.It was a meaningful tribute to the incredible individuals who are the heartbeat of our organization — the team members who’ve dedicated 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25+ years to our mission and growth. We recognized their years of service with thoughtful  […]

The Meighen Health Centre team was proud to join the Best Practice Spotlight Organization (BPSO) Summit 2025, held from September 23–25! Over three inspiring days, we connected as part of a social movement for change, focused on advancing the implementation of Best Practice Guidelines. A highlight was our group photo with Dr. Doris Grinspun, Chief  […]

On September 30th, Meighen Health Centre stood in unity with communities across Canada to observe Orange Shirt Day – Every Child Matters — a solemn day of reflection, remembrance, and reconciliation. We honoured the memory of the children who never came home from residential schools, uplifted the voices of survivors, and acknowledged the strength of  […]

Pizza Day Brought Flavor, Fun & Friendship Today, our residents gathered for a joyful and delicious Pizza Day lunch — and what a delightful experience it was! Laughter filled the room as residents spoke among themselves about the amazing menu and how they truly felt like they were being treated to a fine dining experience.  […]

In an inspiring partnership with Help Mobility, Meighen Health Centre recently introduced an immersive Virtual Reality (VR) experience to its residents — opening a whole new world of exploration, connection, and memory stimulation.This innovative session allowed residents to “travel” beyond the walls of the care home — from peaceful nature walks to breathtaking landmarks and  […]

On World Alzheimer’s Day, the compassionate team at Meighen Health Centre stood united in solidarity and support for individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Staff members proudly donned purple attire, the global color of Alzheimer’s awareness, to honor those living with the condition, remember those we’ve lost, and show unwavering support for ongoing research  […]

We are pleased to announce that Isabel & Arthur Meighen Manor has been selected by @Infoway’s Centre for Clinical Innovation in Digital Health (CIDH)as a recipient of the 2025 Connected Care Innovation Grant. https://lnkd.in/gmehsfe9 In collaboration with our technology partner, GlobalDWS Corporation, our winning project — “Streamlining Documentation in LTC with AI-enabled Note Taking” —  […]

A Community Decision: Choosing Comfort Together At our facility, comfort is more than just a feature—it’s a shared value. When the time came to replace our old mattresses, we made a conscious choice to involve the very people who experience their impact daily. We proudly hosted a Mattress Exhibition, welcoming not only our staff, but  […]

At Meighen Health Centre, we know that every resident deserves safe, dignified, and individualized care — and that begins with well-trained hands and informed hearts. That’s why we continuously deliver Level of Assistance in-service training to our frontline staff, reinforcing best practices for:Safe mobility and transfersFall prevention strategiesRecognizing subtle changes in residents’ needsPreserving resident independence  […]