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We are privileged to know many remarkable residents who have mastered the art of aging well with grace and dignity. Recently, some of our centenarians generously shared their thoughts on aging well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Isabelle Maude Redden, resident of Orchard Court, N.S. <\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Joan, who celebrated her 100th birthday on May 7, 2024 spent her childhood in Charlottetown, P.E.I. as part of a bustling household with 11 Isabelle says her tip on staying well and living a long life is to drink a bit of wine occasionally. We hope she was able to practice this when she celebrated her 100th birthday with fellow residents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Born on April 5, 1924, Isabelle married her husband Louis in 1948, and the couple was blessed with two beautiful children. Isabelle has been living at Orchard Court, a licensed long term care community in Kentville, N.S. since 2022. With a bright smile, Isabelle says that she feels no different being 100. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Annie Hashem, resident of Parkland Cape Breton, N.S.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Annie, a passionate and talented artist who takes pride in her work and loves to sketch, paint, and draw, celebrated her birthday on October 2. When asked about turning 100, Annie smiles and says she doesn\u2019t focus on age and still can\u2019t quite believe she\u2019s reached this incredible milestone. Her philosophy is simple yet powerful: \u201cmake people laugh\u201d. This infectious joy and unwavering spirit are just a few reasons why Annie continues to inspire those around her.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Mabel McNutt, resident of Vimy Court, N.S. <\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On August 2, 2024, Mabel Allison celebrated her 100th birthday with a Mabel feels that she has seen a lot of changes throughout her lifetime and believes there will be many more. Her advice for staying healthy is simple. \u201cEat well and walk every day to keep yourself moving\u201d. A quote that she lives by is: \u201cThe golden rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.\u201d Mabel McNutt was awarded a certificate on her 100th birthday from the Colchester County Mayor, Christine Blair and Councilor Paul Weatherby.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Addie Ferguson, resident of Parkland Saint John, N.B.<\/strong>

Addie believes that you are as old as you feel, and she certainly does not feel old. She feels that it isn\u2019t the years in your life but the life in your years that counts. At 100 years young, she celebrated her milestone at Carleton Hall, radiating joy and vitality. When asked what her tips for living a long, healthy life were, Addie offered a simple yet powerful piece of advice: \u201cMaintain a healthy lifestyle. Get lots of exercise and eat healthy foods, participate in activities and have hobbies.\u201d Her words are a testament to the importance of balance in life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Support for the community is what started us on this journey. Learn about how the Shannex philosophy<\/a> continues to recognize the interconnectedness of the people who live and work with us.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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