It’s hard for me to believe, but January 13th marked 1 year since I started working as the SSAC’s Front Desk Administrator. It has been quite a year, and I just wanted to take a moment to mention a few of my personal highlights.
Mark Trevis and his Ukulele Group kindly asked me to join them in Feb. to sing a song at the Valentine’s Tea in the Lunchroom. A few days later, an Earthquake shook up Richard, Gill and I during our Managers Meeting – not something I will ever forget.
In April, we started renovations on the former Lounge, as we moved into a new Office space. It is much more bright, cheerful, and has a view. Most importantly, it relieved much of the congestion in the front hallway, and we’ve enjoyed the positive response from Members.
Global News did a segment on the Centre in June, to help promote our 50/50 Draw, which was implemented to help keep the affordable meal prices reasonable for Seniors. Our President Richard, as well as our amazing Chef Emily did interviews, and everyone was very excited to watch the news clip, once it aired.
In July, we got a huge new freezer, and our frozen meals sales have been doing very well. This is a vitally important service for our Members, and it is wonderful to know that we are providing delicious, nutritious, affordable meals, and they are being thoroughly enjoyed. Way to go, Emily, Liz, Jackie and Crew! You are all so incredibly talented, as well as lovely People.
Our amazing new Executive Director Vicki Raw started in September, and by all accounts, she has made so many things about the Centre so much better, in a very short time. We are very fortunate to have her here. Not only does she bring a wealth of experience with her, but she is extremely good with People. She makes us all feel truly appreciated and valued.
The pre-Halloween Disco Dance in October was an absolute blast! A bunch of us Ladies went together, and danced almost non-stop. A huge thanks to John and Krystyna for playing the BEST songs for us – we look forward to your next event!
Several times last year, Maryanne Brabander asked me to come and sing during Memory Café. She knows that I have performed in Fundraisers here at the SSAC for over 10 years, and nothing warms my heart more than singing the “Oldies” for Seniors. Thanks, Maryanne!
These are just a few of the best parts of this past year here, for me. I would like to extend a huge thanks to all the Volunteers who work alongside me, for their patience, kindness, and time. As I have mentioned before, this place could not function without all of your efforts! I have really enjoyed getting to know you all, and I look forward to the year ahead.
One last thing – Gill Smith – you are so appreciated! You go above and beyond every single day – always willing to help with everything, and with a genuine smile on your face. You ROCK!
