New Horizon funding for Glen Haven Manor

November 30, 2009 - Merv Tweed, MP for Brandon-Souris is pleased to announce that Glen Haven Manor in Glenboro has received funding of $1,309 to operate a seniors’ program in cooperation with area youth. 

“Residents at Glen Haven Manor will benefit from this Community Participation and Leadership funding of the New Horizons Program,” said Tweed.  “They will have the opportunity to work together with the youth of the area through active living and interactive games.”

“People will really enjoy the exercise and activity,” said Elsie Pinkerton, Secretary-Treasurer of the Glen Haven Manor.  “Many residents should be exercising and the program will offer interaction with the youth to make it more entertaining.”

The New Horizons for Seniors Program provides grants to support community based projects that encourage seniors to contribute to their communities through active living.

“Our government recognizes the crucial role our seniors play in healthy communities.  Seniors have the skills, experience and knowledge to strengthen our relationships across generations,” Tweed concluded.