BRANTFORD – The John Noble Home celebrated the reopening of its newly renovated Day and Stay program space on Friday, September 25, 2026, marking the completion of significant improvements designed to better support older adults, individuals living with dementia and memory loss, and their caregivers. Members of the John Noble Home Committee of Management, staff and community partners gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to recognize the newly renovated space and the important role the Day and Stay program continues to play in our community.
Given its importance, the Day and Stay program continued to operate from another area of the John Noble Home while renovations were underway. Improvements to the new space include larger, more accessible washrooms designed to better accommodate individuals using walkers and wheelchairs, new windows and flooring in the bedrooms, updated heating and air conditioning, improved lighting, and a new activity room. The additional space provides more room for programming and creates a bright, welcoming environment where clients can comfortably socialize and participate in activities.
“The City of Brantford is proud to support investments that strengthen services for older adults and caregivers in our community. The improvements to the Day and Stay program space will help ensure this important and now expanded service continues to meet the needs of individuals and families for years to come.” says City of Brantford Councillor Linda Hunt, Vice Chair, 2026 Committee of Management.
The Day and Stay program offers three services to support clients and caregivers including the Day Program, Afternoon Program and Overnight Stay Program. The Day and Afternoon programs serve individuals from Brantford and the surrounding regions who are living with dementia or memory loss. Therapeutic recreation staff provide a variety of cognitive, creative, physical and social activities designed to support clients’ abilities, interests and well-being. The Overnight Stay Program provides respite care for individuals who require additional support. The program works with the Brantford General Hospital to support patients who no longer require hospital care but may need additional assistance before returning home. With three semi-private bedrooms available, the Overnight Stay Program also provides caregivers with an opportunity to rest and recharge while knowing their loved one is receiving appropriate care and support.
The renovations were supported by the City of Brantford and the County of Brant and reflect an ongoing commitment to providing accessible, responsive services for clients and caregivers in the community.
“The County of Brant is proud to support investments that strengthen services for older adults and caregivers who rely on the Day and Stay program. These improvements reflect our commitment to ensuring County residents and their families continue to have access to important supports that contribute to their well-being and quality of life.” – County of Brant Councillor John MacAlpine, Chair, 2026 Committee of Management.
Photo caption: Back row from left: County of Brant Councillor John Bell, MPP Will Bouma; Front row from left: City of Brantford Councillor Richard Carpenter, City of Brantford Councillor Mandy Samwell, City of Brantford Councillor Linda Hunt, County of Brant Councillor John MacAlpine, County of Brant Mayor David Bailey, Lisa Clarkson, Day and Stay Program Manager, Anna Gora, Administrator, John Noble Home. Photo: City of Brantford.
Originally published in the Two Row Times, October 7, 2026 (Volume 14, Issue 8), page 7.
