The Elliott Community, Guelph’s only not-for-profit organization offering four levels of care for the area’s seniors, has launched a fundraising campaign to purchase a mobility vehicle to create an enhanced recreation program for its residents.
The fundraising goal has already reached 80 per cent of its $60,000 goal through the generous support of residents and families.
“We are always looking for ways to create a higher standard of living for our residents. This mobility vehicle will allow us to offer events such as community programs for our residents, attendance at seniors’ events, participation in the city’s seniors’ programs,” said Trevor Lee, CEO of The Elliott Community.
“We have raised funds through the generous support of our residents and their families. We are asking for the support of our community to help us reach this goal and provide these services to our residents.”
The Elliott Community already has a small vehicle which can be used by residents with mobility challenges to go to family events, appointments or individual excursions. The vehicle has created a new sense of freedom and connection to the community, one resident at a time.
The new vehicle would allow the organization to host up to 10 residents on excursions including two wheelchairs.
Similar to many mobility vehicles seen in the Guelph area, the vehicle adds a new dimension to life at the organization. Not only can it be used for events planned as part of the recreation facility, residents can create their own internal group events, and use the vehicle to enjoy an outing together.
“The need for support for this program is great,” said Stephanie Kibbee, fundraising chair for the community’s board of trustees. “As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on fundraising to help create new programs and services while maintaining accessible care in a safe and home-like environment.”
The Elliott Community has 350 residents and is Guelph’s only not-for-profit organization to offer four lifestyle choices for seniors; independent living in its life lease suites, supported living in its retirement suites, enhanced living in its retirement ‘plus’ suites and full nursing care in its long-term care residence.
The recreation programs for residents in all levels of care will be enhanced through the purchase of the new mobility vehicle.
For more information contact Trevor Lee at 519-822-0491 x 2223 or via email at tlee@elliottcommunity.org.
