The Meadows Yarmouth

04/06/2026

An Important Message to Our Families, Residents, and Community

We have been informed that the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), representing approximately 200 staff at The Meadows, will commence a legal strike effective Monday, April 13th, at 7:00 a.m. The Meadows is one of 22 long-term care homes across Nova Scotia where a labour disruption is expected to take place.

First and foremost, we want to acknowledge the dedication and compassion that our staff bring to work every single day. The care they provide to our residents is deeply valued, and we are grateful for their commitment.

The current labour dispute reflects an ongoing negotiation between CUPE and the funder, the NS Government. The collective agreement expired in 2023, and The Province has put forward an offer representing a cumulative wage increase of approximately 12% over the contract period in addition to improvements to evening and weekend premiums— while its our understanding that CUPE and its members are seeking additional improvements to wages.

We respect the collective bargaining process and hope a mutually agreeable resolution is reached as soon as possible.

Essential services will continue. The health, safety, and well-being of our residents remain our absolute top priority. During the strike period, CUPE employees will continue to work under our Essential Services Agreement at a reduced [capacity/staffing level], supported by non-striking employees, non-unionized staff, and management.

Families should be aware of the following temporary changes during this period:

• Menus will be simplified. Meals will continue to be provided to all residents, and medical dietary requirements will be maintained. We appreciate your patience and understanding as our dietary team adapts.

• Non-essential programs and activities — including recreation and social programming — will be temporarily paused. We know how much these mean to our residents and look forward to resuming them as soon as possible.

Visitors are always welcome, families as usually visit and spend time with their loved one. Your presence makes a real difference. We do kindly ask, however, that visitors limit their assistance to their own family members and refrain from providing care or assistance to other residents, in order to protect everyone's privacy and safety and to respect the essential services agreement we have with the Union.
Yes you may bring your loved one home to stay during this period, If you choose to, please coordinate in advance with the neighbourhood team.

Employees may be present with picket signs around the entrance. Access to the facility for visitors and families will remain open at all times as usual. We appreciate your understanding, patience, and continued support as we navigate this period together. We will provide updates as the situation evolves.

A memo will be going out to substitute decision makers tomorrow.

Sincerely,
Anna Babin

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04/05/2026

🐰 Happy Easter from everyone at The Meadows! 🐣

03/27/2026

😷 Due to a recent increase in resident, staff, and community illnesses, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the upcoming Spring into Summer Vendors Event at The Meadows on March 28th

Mandatory masking has also been reintroduced across the facility and we believe this is the safest choice for our community at this time. The residents health and wellbeing remain our top priority.

Please stay tuned for a postponement date. We look forward to rescheduling this event when it is safe to do so.

Thank you for your understanding,

The Meadows Rec Team

03/25/2026

✨Move & Groove✨

We sure know how to move and groove it at The Meadows! Every Monday & Wednesday morning we kick off the day with our Move & Groove Exercise Program! 💪🏼

Laughter, music and movement - the perfect recipe for a great day! Proof that staying active can be a whole lot of fun! 💃🏼

03/20/2026

Exciting news from our team!! 🎙️

We’re proud to share that we have two new GPA® Certified Coaches in our facility! They recently led their first full-day of Gentle Persuasive Approaches training session for our care team members. 👩🏻‍🏫

For those unfamiliar, GPA® stands for Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care. An evidence-based program that equips care providers with practical, compassionate strategies to support individuals living with dementia. It’s all about meeting people where they are and providing care with respect and understanding. 🫶🏼

If you’re part of our care team, keep an eye out 👀 for the next sign up sheet! We plan to offer our next session the end of April.

Let’s continue learning, growing, and supporting one another as we deliver the highest quality of care every day! 🩵

03/10/2026

Sunshine, smiles and a spin on the trishaw !☀️ 🚲 After a long, snowy winter, our residents got to soak up some well deserved spring sunshine - and WOW did it feel good! 🌷 There’s nothing like a dose of vitamin D to recharge the soul. We hope everyone enjoyed the beautiful day as much as we did!

03/08/2026

🌼 Happy International Women’s Day from all of us at The Meadows!! We have so many remarkable women here, and that's what makes it such a special place, from residents to volunteers, to staff and families.
We are grateful for the women who support, care, guide, and uplift others throughout our home and in the community. Your dedication enriches lives every day! We are honoured to walk alongside you 🌷. Thank you for all you bring to our
community and all women in the community, and around the globe, we celebrate you 💐

02/25/2026

⚡ We’re Hiring — Maintenance Worker (Trade Electrician)!⚡

Are you a skilled electrician looking for a meaningful role where your expertise truly makes a difference? Join our team and help create a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained environment for our residents and staff.
✅ Competitive workplace
✅ Supportive team culture
✅ Opportunity to make an impact every day

Take the next step in your career — apply today and be part of something meaningful!

📢 Apply now: [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=9543e345-3bdc-4084-adc2-758493f26822&ccId=19000101_000001&source=CC2&lang=en_CA&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter&jobId=559841](https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=9543e345-3bdc-4084-adc2-758493f26822&ccId=19000101_000001&source=CC2&lang=en_CA&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter&jobId=559841)

02/19/2026

Olympic Spirit is Alive at The Meadows! 🏅

We’re getting ready for the Olympics right here at The Meadows!
Our residents are buzzing with excitement and looking forward to participating in their own fun competitions and friendly events🥇

📺 And in the background today on the big screen we’ll be cheering extra loud during the Canada vs USA Women’s Hockey Gold Medal Game from the 2026 Winter Olympics!

GO TEAM CANADA! 🇨🇦🥇 Let’s bring home the gold!

02/17/2026

❄️ What an incredible day on the ice at the Mariners Centre!

Our residents had a fantastic time skating today — full of smiles, laughter, and that fresh winter energy we all love.

It was extra special that residents from Nakile Home For Special Care and the Yarmouth Home School Group were able to join us.

Seeing everyone together, cheering each other on, and making beautiful community memories truly warmed our hearts💙

02/14/2026

❤️Valentine’s Day Dance with Young at Heart ❤️