The Village of Aspen Lake

05/10/2026

Today, we honour the incredible mothers, grandmothers, great-grandmothers, and mother figures in our lives. Your stories, laughter, strength, and unconditional love have made a difference and continue to inspire generations.

Wishing you a beautiful Mother’s Day from all of us at Aspen Lake.

04/25/2026

We are so pleased to award the Barb Schlegel Award to Ray & Bentley. They brighten everyone’s day!

Since beginning their volunteer journey in 2022, Ray and his therapy dog Bentley have brought comfort, companionship, and joy to The Village of Aspen Lake.

Together, they have contributed an incredible 251 hours of service and have become a cherished part of the community. Bentley’s calming presence and gentle spirit create moments of warmth and happiness for residents and team members alike, and their weekly Wednesday visits are something many look forward to.

We are proud to recognize Ray and Bentley as Barb Schlegel Volunteer Award recipients and thank them for the comfort and connection they bring to Village Life.

Learn more about this year’s recipients: https://schlegelvillages.com/volunteer/awards2026

04/23/2026

Our Volunteer Appreciation Dinner was held yesterday in recognition of the many hours of service our volunteers have given! Individually, these people are just about the nicest people you will meet… so when they all come together in one room, it’s an evening to remember!

A truly special evening with the people who make a difference with their kind hearts!

04/23/2026

Earth Day at Aspen Lake!

This year, we created a beautiful collective artwork to celebrate the day. Each artist showing their unique style in the individual squares.
We also welcomed our friends from Kingsport Environmental to teach us a bit about their birds of prey and to see the birds up-close!

We hope you spent a little bit of time today appreciating the wonderful world we live in!
Happy Earth Day!

04/19/2026

We are so grateful for our volunteers! They share their talents, their time, and their compassion every time they walk through our doors. Whether they are lending a helping hand, sharing a laugh, leading activities, or simply sitting and visiting, our volunteers bring comfort, joy, and meaningful connection to the Residents who call the Village of Aspen Lake home.

During Volunteer Week, we take a moment to recognize the incredible difference our volunteers make each and every day. Your kindness creates smiles, sparks memories, and reminds our Residents that they are surrounded by a caring community. The moments you give so generously truly brighten our Village in ways words can hardly express.

To each of our amazing volunteers at the Village of Aspen Lake—thank you for your dedication, your warm hearts, and the countless ways you enrich the lives of those around you. We celebrate you this week and every week!

04/11/2026

There’s something special happening in our Carpentry Club…

At our latest work session, the men rolled up their sleeves and got building—creating beautiful wooden bi-planes and tractors with the support of our incredible team members and volunteers. With hammers, nails & glue in hand and a few laughs along the way, it was a hands-on afternoon full of purpose and pride.

These projects aren’t just about woodworking—they spark memories, encourage creativity, and bring people together through shared skills and meaningful moments.

We can’t wait to see what the group builds next!

04/08/2026

Today was a heartwarming day at the Village of Aspen Lake! We had the pleasure of welcoming Mrs. McGregor’s Grade 7 class from AV Graham Public School, who came to personally deliver their handmade “Happy Hearts” fleece pillows to our residents. Each pillow was crafted with care—and you could feel that thoughtfulness in every knot.

More than just the gifts, it was the time spent together that made the visit so special. Students and residents shared stories, laughter, and meaningful conversation that bridged generations in the most beautiful way.

It’s inspiring to see young people showing such kindness, initiative, and genuine connection to their community. Thank you to these incredible students for bringing so much warmth into our home today—you’ve made a lasting impression!
Greater Essex County District School Board

04/07/2026

There was a little extra hop-piness at the Village this week!

Our residents had the sweetest visit with some adorable dwarf rabbits during a special pet therapy program. Everyone took turns getting to know these tiny guests, named Mochi & Daisy.

More than a few people asked, “Can we keep them?” Sadly, no, but we have a date set to visit with them next month too!

04/06/2026

The April Event Calendars and the April Edition of the Aspen Lake Echo newsletter is available on our web-site. Follow the link and check it out!

The team and residents at The Village of Aspen Lake off McHugh St in East Riverside, Windsor are proud to consider the Village as one large extended family. In time, this family will grow as the full continuum of care is eventually offered with retirement suites. For now, however, the small Village....

04/04/2026

🐰🌷 Everyone loves a visit from the Easter Bunny! 🌷🐰

Our Easter Bunny hopped all around the Village, spreading smiles and stopping to visit with Team Members along the way.

These photos capture just a few of the fun moments shared across the Village — proof that you’re never too old to enjoy a little Easter magic! 💛