Your Donation Matters to Archie

Archie Shadrach, a resident at Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, has a smile that spreads from one side of his face to the other. He’s the kind of person who can reflect on the good times and bad and still see the bright side of life. And after 99 years of living, he’s experienced it all. Archie would say that it’s his faith in God that keeps him going. 

Growing up on the island of Antigua, he began attending church with his family at an early age. His devotion motivated him to make something of himself, too. His father, an ambitious man, pushed his sons to work in the trades. Once Archie had been trained in construction – he built a home for his family out of an old army barrack auctioned off by the government – he was ready to take a leap of faith and move to London, England for a new job. 

After 25 years of marriage, one son and three daughters, Archie moved to the other London, to spend his golden years in Canada. 

Today, Archie makes his home at Mount Hope due to a fall and fracture, which makes it hard to get around on his own in a wheelchair. And being nearly a century old, he knew it was the right decision. 

When asked if Mount Hope feels like home, Archie says with a smile “Well, I think it'd be foolish of me to believe it's not a home, because here's where I live." 

Living at Mount Hope comes with plenty of comforts for residents like Archie, thanks to donor support made possible through Season of Celebration. Now in its 32nd year, funds raised through this special campaign have purchased things that directly impact care and comfort for patients and residents like pressure-reducing mattresses, specialized wheelchairs, blanket warmers and exercise equipment. 

Donations this year will support new equipment to meet the unique and specialized needs of patients and residents, recreational activities that nurture the spirit, and enhancements to living environments to ensure the very best comfort for those who call Mount Hope a home.

These additions are greatly appreciated by residents like Archie – especially during the holidays when it can be difficult for them to attend family events outside the hospital.  

Please consider the patients and residents who are in St. Joseph’s care during the holidays and consider a gift to Season of Celebration. 

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