Mayor Ted Clugston cuts ribbon to formally open the city's newest retirement residence with Masterpiece's very first resident Margaret Clementi. Also pictured, from left, resident Edith Giesbrecht, Sarah Garforth-Bles, Sofia Garforth-Bles, Tim Garforth-Bles, (president and CEO of Masterpiece), baby Scarlett and Maria Garforth-Bles, as well as resident Lynn Solley.--NEWS PHOTO TIM KALINOWSKI
Medicine Hat News
Masterpiece Southlands Meadow seniors’ complex celebrated its official opening with a gala Friday night.
Tim Garforth-Bles, president and CEO Masterpiece Care Corp, said the project has exceeded his expectations. The 151,000 square-foot complex has 100 spaces subsidized by Alberta Health Services for long-term care and dementia residents. There are also independent living suites.
To the left of the entrance there is a Lava Java coffee stop ready for residents to enjoy a special coffee. The dining room boasts two-storey windows with a panoramic view, state-of-the-art grills, pizza ovens and an on-site bakery.
Garfoth-Bles is already planning phase two of the project that could be under construction within a year. It will provide another 80 units, with a different concept, independent living for couples.
