On May 3, I lined up at the Toronto Half Marathon with a simple challenge:
Start in last place, ask people to sponsor me $0.01 for every runner I pass, and then run fast to pass as many people as I could.
Race day exceeded my expectations!
By the time I crossed the finish line, I had passed 9,477 runners. More importantly, 76 donors came together to raise $7,464.32 for the Senior Living CaRES Fund.
The Challenge
The concept was simple.
Supporters pledged $0.01 for every runner I passed after starting at the very back of the field.
The better the race went, the more money we’d raise.
Race Day Results
The weather cooperated, my legs felt good, and there were more runners on the course than expected.
Final results:
Runners passed: 9,477
Half marathon finishers: 10,558
Chip time: 1:25:38
Gun time: 1:53:35
Gun time place: 1,081
But the most important result wasn’t my finish time.
It was the impact created by the people who supported the challenge.
$7,464 for the Senior Living CaRES Fund
Together, 76 donors raised $7,464.32 for the Senior Living CaRES Fund.
I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who participated.
Some donors work in senior living. Others are friends, family members, business partners, and members of the broader community. Every donation helped turn a fun race-day challenge into meaningful support for the people who care for older adults every day.
Why the Senior Living CaRES Fund Matters
The Senior Living CaRES Fund supports frontline team members working in senior living communities through emergency bursaries and education grants.
The people working in senior living dedicate their careers to caring for older adults. This fundraiser was an opportunity to give back to the people who spend every day supporting residents and their families.
Thank You
To all 76 donors, thank you.
Your generosity transformed a half marathon into something much bigger.
The goal was to pass runners.
The result was $7,464.32 raised to support the people who care for our older adults.
June is Seniors Month in Ontario, a time to celebrate the contributions of older adults and connect people with the programs, services, and resources that support healthy aging.
At Elderado, Seniors Month is always one of our busiest and most rewarding times of the year. Throughout June, we’ll be attending health fairs, educational events, conferences, webinars, and community gatherings across Ontario to help older adults and family caregivers learn more about retirement homes, long-term care, home care, and elder care planning.
Whether you’re supporting an aging parent, planning for your own future, or simply looking for local resources, we’d love to meet you.
We’re kicking off Seniors Month at Markham Stouffville Hospital’s Seniors Health & Wellness Fair.
This event brings together healthcare providers, community organizations, and local services that support older adults and caregivers. We’ll be there sharing information about retirement homes, long-term care, home care, and elder care navigation resources.
Not Another Seniors Expo takes a fresh approach to connecting older adults with community resources, businesses, and organizations serving seniors across Durham Region.
We’re honoured to participate in the Community Stroke Conference at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital.
Recovering from a stroke often leads families to ask important questions about housing, rehabilitation, home care, and long-term support options. We’ll be sharing information and resources that can help families navigate those decisions.
We’re excited to join the AFC Health & Wellness Fair at Stevenson Memorial Hospital.
Events like these provide valuable opportunities for families to discover local programs and services that can help them age well and remain connected to their communities.
Who says Seniors Month can’t include a little competition?
We’ll be joining Pickleball4All at Ontario Tech University, celebrating one of the fastest-growing sports while connecting with older adults and caregivers from across Durham Region.
The Tour de Thanks is a cycling fundraiser we co-host with the Senior Living CaRES Fund to recognize the incredible frontline workers who support older adults every day.
There are 10 routes in Ontario and 1 route in BC where riders will be visiting retirement homes and long-term care homes at to thank team members for the work they do and raise awareness for the Senior Living CaRES Fund’s emergency bursary and education programs.
We’ll wrap up our Seniors Month events by joining AgeTech Toronto for The Story That Sells.
This event brings together innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders working to improve aging and elder care through technology and innovation.
As elder care continues to evolve, conversations like these help shape what the future may look like for older adults and their families.
Why We Participate in Seniors Month
At Elderado, our mission is to make it easier for families to navigate elder care.
Every event is an opportunity to meet older adults, family caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community organizations working to improve aging experiences across Ontario.
If you’re attending any of these events, please stop by and introduce yourself. We’d love to meet you.
One of the challenges families face when considering a new retirement residence is that the building isn’t always open yet.
That doesn’t mean you have to wait until opening day to learn more.
I recently visited the Amica Glen Abbey Presentation Centre at Oakville Place in Oakville, where Amica has created a full one-bedroom model suite to showcase what residents can expect when the community opens in Summer 2026.
The presentation centre offers an opportunity to explore the suite design, learn about the care options, and get a better understanding of what life at Amica Glen Abbey will look like.
For families considering retirement living in Oakville, it can be a valuable way to move beyond floor plans and renderings and start visualizing what day-to-day life might look like in the community.
How to Find the Amica Glen Abbey Presentation Centre
The Amica Glen Abbey Presentation Centre is located inside Oakville Place Mall.
Address:
Oakville Place
240 Leighland Avenue, Unit 202
Oakville, ON L6H 3H6
The presentation centre is located on the second floor of the mall, beside Sephora.
If you’re visiting for the first time, it’s worth giving yourself a few extra minutes to find the location.
A Full One-Bedroom Model Suite
The highlight of the presentation centre is the full one-bedroom model suite.
While renderings and floor plans can help you understand a residence, walking through a suite provides a much better sense of how the space feels.
The suite is bright, modern, and thoughtfully designed. Large windows allow natural light to fill the living area, creating an open and welcoming atmosphere.
The layout provides a good sense of how residents can personalize their space with their own furniture, artwork, and belongings.
What Will Amica Glen Abbey Be Like?
Amica Glen Abbey is expected to open in Summer 2026 and will offer a full continuum of care to support residents as their needs change.
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
One of Amica’s strengths is its ability to provide additional support within the home as care needs evolve.
For many families, this can provide reassurance that support is available without necessarily requiring another move in the future.
The residence is being designed with the amenities and services many families have come to expect from Amica communities, including premium dining, wellness programs, social opportunities, and personalized care services.
Amenities and Lifestyle
While the residence is still under construction, the presentation centre provides a glimpse into the lifestyle residents can expect when the community opens.
Amenities include a spa & hair salon, library, fitness centre, swimming pool, games room with billiards, fireplace lounges, craft kitchen, home theatre, grand outdoor terrace and a greenhouse.
Like other Amica communities, Amica Glen Abbey is being designed to support active, engaged living while removing many of the responsibilities that come with maintaining a home.
For some residents, that means spending more time pursuing hobbies and interests. For others, it means enjoying the convenience of prepared meals, housekeeping, transportation, and support services when needed.
Who Might Be Interested in Amica Glen Abbey?
Amica Glen Abbey may be worth exploring if you are:
Looking for a newly built retirement residence in Oakville
Interested in independent living with access to future care options
Exploring assisted living or memory care in Halton for yourself or a loved one
Planning ahead and wanting to learn about retirement living before a need becomes urgent
Visiting the presentation centre can help families determine whether the community aligns with their needs and priorities before the residence officially opens.
Why Visit the Presentation Centre?
Many families begin researching retirement living months or even years before making a move.
The presentation centre provides an opportunity to:
Tour a full model suite
Learn about available living options
Meet the team
Explore floor plans
Ask questions about care and services
Learn about pricing and availability
Gain a better understanding of what the completed community will offer
For families who like to plan ahead, it’s a practical first step.
Final Thoughts
The Amica Glen Abbey model suite provides a helpful look at the design, finishes, and approach Amica is bringing to its newest residence. More importantly, it gives families a chance to gather information and determine whether the community could be a good fit.
If you’re exploring retirement living options in Oakville, the presentation centre is worth a visit.
Amica Glen Abbey Presentation Centre
Oakville Place
240 Leighland Avenue, Unit 202
Oakville, ON L6H 3H6
