Sunnyside Foundation

To donate online to the Sunnyside Foundation, click here. 

Click here to donate to Virtual Walk and Roll 2021.

You may notice that our online donations look a little bit different. We have officially registered with SimplyK to accept our online donations. Please note that online tax receipts will now be coming from SimplyK. 

To donate by cheque, please mail to:

Sunnyside Foundation

247 Franklin Street North

Kitchener, ON  N2A 1Y5

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.

Virtual Walk and Roll is a month-long fundraising event beginning on June 1, 2021 in support of Sunnyside Seniors’ Services. It’s a chance for the community to come together at a safe physical distance to help older adults at Sunnyside live their best lives.

Click here to donate to Virtual Walk and Roll 2021.

What is Virtual Walk and Roll? How do I participate? How do I win? - Our Virtual Opening Ceremonies Video will answer all of your questions.

Please note: you can navigate this video using the time stamps to find what you’re looking for easily.

Towards the second half of the video, there are a number of very important people in our region who sent in messages of support.

Click here to to view the Virtual Walk and Roll 2021 Brochure.

To register, click here.

Keeping Track of Your Progress

For the first time ever, participants can choose to track their progress online. By filling out the online Walk and Roll survey regularly, you can track both your active minutes and your steps.

Click here for the online Walk and Roll survey.

There will be a prize for the most steps recorded and for the most active minutes!

We are asking for your help during this unprecedented time. Donations to the Sunnyside Foundation will help to support the purchase of items that support the health, safety and well-being of Sunnyside residents, tenants and staff such as:

• Personal protective equipment like masks, face shields, gowns, caps and gloves
• Technology that connects residents or tenants and their family or friends in the community
• Items to support residents and tenants to engage in activities that give them meaning and purpose

There are several ways to show your support:

• Purchase a Sunnyside Foundation t-shirt for yourself and/or for a Sunnyside resident or tenant. At this time there is limited stock of t shirts. To see if your size and colour choice is available, please contact Jeff Burton.
• Make a donation to the Sunnyside Foundation
• Get involved in our upcoming fundraising events

Your generosity has a big impact on the lives of the residents and community served by Sunnyside, thank you so much for your support!

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

Jessica Bevenborn, Vice Chair

Broker, KW Insurance Brokers

 
Spencer Yule, Secretary

Partner/Account Executive, Lackner McLennan and Erb and Erb Insurance

Brandon Florizone, Treasurer

Intermediate Actuarial Analyst, Economical Mutual Insurance  

 
Carol H. Schmidt

 
Merlin McRae

Law Clerk, Madorin Snyder LLP

 
Ian Inglis

Broker of Record, Remax Solid Gold

 
Lori Strauss

Professor, PSW Coordinator, Conestoga College

Adam Hunsberger

Associate, Madorin Snyder LLP

• 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:

• 2018: Supported the enhancement of the day program and overnight stay areas in the Kitchener Community Alzheimer Program
• 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

The Sunnyside Foundation hosts several fundraising events throughout the year. Proceeds from these events support programs and services that help older adults live their best life.

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