Sunnyside Foundation

Your generous donations support:

• Residents of Sunnyside Home long term care
• Tenants of Sunnyside Supportive Housing
• Older adults in the region who use the Sunnyside Wellness Centre
• Participants in Community Alzheimer Programs and the Young Onset Dementia Association (YODA)

Since 1998, we have raised over $2.5 million in support of projects and programs for older adults.

The Sunnyside Foundation is made up of a working board of volunteer directors approved by Regional Council:

Mark Radulescu, Chair
Solicitor, Giesbrecht, Griffin, Funk & Irvine LLP

John Donald, Vice Chair
Ph.D P.Eng. Associate Professor, School of Engineering, University of Guelph

Patricia Hancock, Treasurer
Controller, University of Waterloo

Christine Buuck, Secretary
Dean, School of Language & Communications Studies, Conestoga College

Jessica Bevenborn
Broker, KW Insurance Brokers

Edward Lynch
Vice President & Investment Advisor, RBC Dominion Securities Inc.

James H. Tait
Counsel, Sorbara Law

Kelley Vnuk
Chartered Accountant, The Co-operators Group

• Adults in the community with a comfortable and barrier-free place to exercise at the Sunnyside Wellness Centre
• Much-needed equipment that allows residents to move with ease and comfort
• Recreation and music therapy programs and supplies
• Accessible courtyards and walkways
• Research and education that enhances quality care
• Occupational therapy and physiotherapy equipment
• Funding to support chaplaincy and palliative care programs

Through donations, Sunnyside Foundation has also made these major contributions:

• 2017: Provided funding to train Seniors' Services staff in dementia care best practices
• 2015: Funded supplies and evaluation of the Young Onset Dementia Association (YODA)
• 2015: Funded specialized equipment including blanket and towel warmers and adjustable dining tables
• 2012: Funded Hush no Rush training program to improve the dining experience for long-term care residents with dementia
• 2011: Provided subsidies for older adults on a fixed income to receive fitness memberships and services at the Sunnyside Wellness Centre
• 2010: Built, equipped and furnished the Sunnyside Wellness Centre
• 2008: Purchased ceiling lifts for resident rooms
• 2007: Built accessible outdoor walkways and spaces
• 2006: Furnished rooms for convalescent care and respite care

 If you have questions about our fundraisers, please email us.

Thank you for supporting the Sunnyside Foundation. Every dollar makes a difference in the lives of older adults in our community. There are several ways to donate:

• Online through CanadaHelps

• By mailing a completed donation form.

Tax receipts will be issued for donations over $10.

The Sunnyside Foundation recognizes donors who contribute over $1,000 on the donor wall in the lobby of Sunnyside Home.