Caleb Village celebrates their 12th anniversary

By Joan Janzen
joanjanzen@yahoo.com

Caleb Village celebrated their 12th anniversary on June 4, 2021. The residents were served a tasty roast beef lunch at noon, followed by a celebration that took place in Caleb’s beautiful courtyard.

Four musicians from the surrounding communities came to entertain the residents. Brian Swan from Eatonia, Jim Callsen from Flaxcombe, and Suzanne Fox from Eston played guitar, and Russ Gill from Leader was on the drums. Suzanne also played the kazoo, which was a special treat. A few of the residents danced to the wide variety of classic hits the band was playing.

Nancy Vanthuyne, the general manager, has been at Caleb for eleven years and obviously enjoys her job. She was busy serving the residents snacks, mingling with guests and occasionally dancing with one of the residents. She is instrumental in helping to provide a safe, welcoming and fun retirement experience for everyone at Caleb.

The outdoor beverage bar was open, where wine and other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages were available. Band member Brian Swan teased the residents, saying they might as well help themselves to a drink since they don’t need to drive home. Although he said the band members hadn’t played together for quite some time, they did a fantastic job ensuring everyone was entertained and tapping in time to the tunes.

Caleb’s residents enjoyed the anniversary celebrations of their home, where there is lots to do for everyone, and everyone chooses their own level of care. On a daily basis, residents enjoy visiting the library, visiting in the common area, gardening, bingo, playing pool or shuffleboard, lounging in the courtyard, or visiting the wellness clinic, massage therapist or the hairdresser.