Welcome
to
Willows Estate Willows Estate is
a licensed and accredited, long-term care residence
in Aurora, just north of Toronto. We are located within
minutes of two large hospitals and emergency services.
We are easily accessible by public transit and offer
convenient on-site parking facilities.
Our dedicated staff provides compassionate, supportive
and professional care and services to 84 residents with
varying interests. Our Behaviour Management Specialist
offers leadership and support to staff and families
concerning the
individualized care of residents with Alzheimer's disease
or dementia.
Our commitment to education provides our staff with
the knowledge to ensure each resident receives care
that respects their individuality and preference. It's
part of our Pursuit of Excellence mission.
Our modern, two-storey home is designed for residents'
comfort. Bedrooms -private and shared -are spacious,
attractively decorated and feature en-suite bathrooms.
Corridors are wide and accommodating. Residents and
visitors can enjoy our comfortable lounges or a breath
of fresh air on the patio in our peaceful setting. We
take special pride in our meals with a home cooked touch.
Willows Estate enjoys strong community support. Based
on our belief that residents continue to be valued citizens,
we encourage them to take part in the life of Aurora
and invite local townspeople to become involved in our
home. Our outings include shopping excursions, visits
to area farms and theatre outings. Children, local entertainers
and clergy visit us regularly. Volunteers add
much to the good times we have at our theme days, birthday
parties, holiday events and celebrations.
We are commited to continually strive to exceed the
expectations of individuals and communities we are privileged
to serve. Our commitment to every resident and to those
significant in their lives is to respect and value every
individual and provide an environment which facilitates
a purposeful and peaceful lifestyle and supports the
quality of life residents are entitled to enjoy.
Our residents are valued members of Willows Estate's
management team. Our Residents Council provides the
opportunity for residents and their family members to
participate in planning and evaluating the services
in our home and supports a strong line of communication
between residents and administration.
News last
updated
May 7, 2008
Focusing on best practices mitigates risk of falls Friday January 11, 2008
A walking program, regular assessments and frequent monitoring of residents have helped minimize the risk of falls at Willows Estate, says Rosemary Ferraro, the Aurora long-term care home’s director of care. Full Story
Willows hosts regional family council meeting Wednesday November 21, 2007
Thirty-three individuals representing family councils from Aurora-area long-term care homes attended the Central Region Aide family council meeting at Willows Estate on Nov 16. Full Story
Communication is the key to serving delicious food, says NCM Monday October 15, 2007
Residents’ councils at OMNI long-term care homes play a big part in determining what does and does not appear on menus, and Willows Estate is no exception. Full Story
Willows’ employee finds long-term care a career fit Thursday September 13, 2007
A position in retail just wasn’t giving Jackie Ciszewski what she was looking for in a career. Full Story
Library, theatre partnerships a hit at Willows Wednesday August 22, 2007
Two partnerships Willows Estate has with community members for the past few years have been especially beneficial to residents, says Teddy Mazzuca, life enrichment co-ordinator at the Aurora long-term care home. Full Story
LEC hopes more homes can take part in cheery event Wednesday August 8, 2007
A recent surprise for residents at Willows Estate in Aurora was a blooming success.
Full Story
Photos help residents with cognitive impairment But LEC says to exercise caution with music programs Monday, July 30, 2007
Willows Estate has two programs for residents with cognitive impairment which life enrichment co-ordinator Teddy Mazzuca says have been "very successful."
Full Story
Willows Estate receives special delivery Friday July 27, 2007 Willows Estate residents will have something to smile about today.
Full Story
Willows Estate family council members plant outdoor garden Thursday, June 28, 2007 Thanks to the efforts of family council members and their families, residents at Willows Estate long-term care home in Aurora are enjoying a refurbished garden alongside the home’s outdoor walkway. Full Story
If
you are interested in becoming
a member of our family as a resident, an employee
or a volunteer please contact us!
Visit Willows
We are currently welcoming new residents and have
private, semi-private and basic rooms available. Visitors
are welcome to drop by and tour the home. An appointment
is not necessary.
Letter: Wonderful
staff We are writing to
tell you and the wonderful nursing staff of Willows
Estate how lucky we were to have found your
nursing home in our time of need.
Our godmother, Eleanor Robertson, was a resident
from October 1994. In that time, she was not always
an easy resident to care for, however your staff
always treated her with the utmost respect and kindness.
We attribute the fact that she lived until today
to the excellent nursing care that she received
every day without fail.
On many occasions we visited Eleanor for extended
hours at a time. No matter what day of the week
or what staff members were on duty, the residents
were calm, clean, beautifully dressed and happy.
The staff did not just concentrate on beds and baths
but on stimulating the residents and also on ensuring
proper nutrition. In addition, we never failed to
be impressed by the low turnover of staff that you
enjoy. We found it so
reassuring to see the same staff members on duty
year after year.
And they were happy, too, as could be judged by
their banter with residents and their family members
and also with their own colleagues.
We would not hesitate to recommend Willows Estate
to our family members and folks who have loved ones
in need of continual nursing care. Yours sincerely, Lynn Houghton & Pauline Gauthie
