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Providence Care’s Resident Giving Tree returns to brighten residents’ holidays

December 3, 2024

Kingston, ON – This holiday season Providence Care’s long-term care home, Providence Manor, invites you to join a heartwarming tradition. The Resident Giving Tree is back, offering community members a meaningful way to spread cheer and make the holidays brighter for residents in need.
 
First introduced in 2023, the Resident Giving Tree initiative grew from a heartfelt mission to bring holiday cheer to residents without family support. Last year, the community's generosity made the season brighter for 43 residents who received thoughtfully chosen, beautifully wrapped gifts on Christmas morning.
 
“The Resident Giving Tree reminds us of the power of community,” says Jodi Doucette, Admissions Coordinator & Social Worker. “It’s heartwarming to see how staff, volunteers, visitors, and members of the public come together to ensure our residents feel cared for and celebrated during the holidays.”
 
The Resident Giving Tree, located in Providence Manor’s main lobby (275 Sydenham St, Kingston) features clear plastic ornaments containing wish list items for residents in need. Staff, visitors, volunteers, and the public are invited to select an ornament, fulfill the wish list, and return the unwrapped items to Providence Manor. Gifts will be wrapped and delivered on Christmas morning, creating moments of joy and connection for residents.
 
How to Participate:
 
  • Visit Providence Manor’s main lobby and select an ornament from the Giving Tree or view the list online. If you wish to select an ornament online, email info@providencecare.ca with the ornament number. If you select an ornament in-person, inform Reception.
  • Purchase the items on the wish list.
  • Drop off the unwrapped gifts at Providence Manor by Dec. 20, 20204. Gifts can be dropped off at the desk in the main lobby daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please ensure you attach the ornament tag with the gift.
 
This initiative offers a meaningful way to brighten the holidays for residents while providing essential items tailored to their needs. Whether it’s a warm blanket, cozy clothing, or a small token of care, each gift makes a difference.
 
Join us in making this holiday season special for Providence Manor residents. Together, we can ensure no resident feels forgotten this Christmas.