City of Kawartha Lakes residents can get into gear for an upcoming car show featuring vintage, classic, and one-of-a-kind vehicles that also raises funds for the residents’ council at Victoria Manor in Lindsay.
The annual Victoria Manor car show is set for Thursday, September 4 from 4 to 7 p.m. on the grounds of the 166-bed long-term care home at 220 Angeline Street South. Described as a fun-filled family event, the event includes also includes games, prizes, a barbeque, and more.
According to Rachel Edmondson, life enrichment supervisor at Victoria Manor, it’s an important night for the residents who call Victoria Manor home.
“The car show gives the residents the chance to engage with the greater community,” Edmonson told kawarthaNOW. “It also supports the residents’ council, whose continuous contributions help enrich the lives of the residents at Victoria Manor.”
Independent from the home’s administration and staff, the residents’ council is made up of Victoria Manor residents who speak on behalf of all residents to support their interests.
Among other things, the council helps plan activities, offer advice on how to improve life in the home for all residents, and collaborates with community groups. Fundraisers like the car show help the council carry out its work.
At the car show, visitors can check out a line-up of vintage, classic, and one-of-a-kind vehicles. There will also be games and activities for people of all ages, a raffle and door prizes, and a barbeque fundraiser.
Community members who have a classic car to show off can register for the event by emailing redmondson@kawarthalakes.ca.
The car show is weather-dependent, and activities will be cancelled if there is inclement weather.
A not-for-profit long-term care home operated by the City of Kawartha Lakes and managed by Sienna Senior Living, Victoria Manor offers furnished accommodation, meals and snacks, on-site medical care, nursing and personal care, and rehabilitation and restorative care.
Residents can also take part in daily leisure programming and recreation activities, as well as volunteer programs, musical events, pet therapy, and more.
The home features a multi-faith worship centre, auditorium, café, lounges, and enclosed outdoor gardens for resident and family get-togethers.
