Memory Gardens Funeral Home & Cemetery
2723 Victoria Street N. N0B 1M0 Kitchener, ON, Canada

We hope you are doing well during these challenging times. Arbor Memorial's staff would like to wish all moms a Happy Mother’s Day! Here's a brief video we have created to paying tribute and remembering her. http://ow.ly/Fi7N50EGAII

Nous espérons que vous vous débrouillez bien en ces temps difficiles. Le personnel d’Arbor Memorial souhaite à toutes les mamans une bonne fête des mères! Voici une brève vidéo que nous avons créée pour lui rendre hommage et se souvenir d'elle. http://ow.ly/Vkh450EHh5C

Our funeral homes in the York region- O'Neill Funeral Home and Highland Hills Funeral Home donated $2,000.00 to Parkview Home for Seniors through the Arbor Memorial Foundation. Thank you for your community involvement! Please consider joining us to help the local communities. http://ow.ly/S01S50EV9gD

Happy Victoria Day from all of us at Arbor Memorial.

Whether the loss of your mother was recent or long ago, you can honour her life in creative ways this Mother's Day. We have put together some ideas on how to celebrate her memories. Download Now. http://ow.ly/9tDd50EHP3Y

Que votre mère soit décédée récemment ou il y a longtemps, vous pouvez honorer sa vie créativement en cette fête des mères. Nous avons rassemblé quelques idées sur la façon de célébrer ses souvenirs. Télécharger maintenant. http://ow.ly/2kVw50EHP20

May 2nd to 8th marks National Hospice Palliative Care Week in Canada. Arbor Memorial celebrates the achievements of all the organisations' initiatives around hospice palliative care throughout the nation. We are proud to support Hospice Huronia that provides a platform to support and bring comfort to individuals suffering a terminal illness. http://ow.ly/CqcM50EGxTL

Congratulations to our Mother's Day prize recipient. Enjoy your day at the spa Cheryl! Thank you to all those who entered.

In memory of local artist, Dave Sopha. Please visit the link.

La COVID-19 nous a poussés à réinventer les façons dont les familles peuvent se souvenir, honorer et célébrer leurs proches. Le fait de se voir décerner une Reconnaissance Or par Deloitte en tant que l'une des Sociétés les mieux gérées au Canada atteste du travail d'équipe, de la persévérance et du travail de nos employés durant cette période sans précédent , a déclaré David Scanlan, président du Conseil, président et chef de la direction d'Arbor Memorial. Pour en savoir plus : http://ow.ly/HAEm50EFFAu

You may be looking for a unique send-off to celebrate your loved one's special life. That’s why Arbor Memorial has developed A Time to Remember. This exclusive new resource will help you create a personal send-off to honour your loved one while comforting family and friends in a meaningful way. Here's a FREE eBook for you on the concept of A Time to Remember. http://ow.ly/uA5150EN8ki

In recognition of National Nurses Week, our locations gifted scented candles and gift baskets as a token of appreciation to the brave nurses and personal support workers of organizations like Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice and Stedman Community Hospice. Now more than ever, it was important to us to show our appreciation for their outstanding commitment to providing compassionate care to our community. When it came to the gifts, it was equally important that we support local businesses like Denninger's Foods of the World and @VintageBrothersLtd. To all of the Nurses, Personal Support Workers and Caregivers, we appreciate all that you do for our community!

By planning ahead, you can create unique arrangements based on your specific needs. Read now. http://ow.ly/vt9L50CuOCf

Pre-planning alleviates the need for family to make uncertain decisions at a time of confusion and grief. Read more here. http://ow.ly/gRUy50CqMaZ

Grief is a process, not an event. Here is a beautiful story from Humans of New York about how being supportive at the time of grief can truly impact someone's rest of the life. http://ow.ly/aFRG50Cogz0

October 1 is a day for all Canadians to celebrate the achievements and contributions of older adults across the country. From all of us at Arbor, we thank Canada’s seniors for all they have done and continue to do for their families and communities. Resources for Canadian Seniors : https://www.canada.ca/.../campa.../national-seniors-day.html #NationalSeniorsDay #NationalSeniorsDay2020

It is not always easy to find the right words to express how you feel when writing a condolence to a loved one. Our latest blog post offers some helpful suggestions on how to write a message of sympathy and support on an online obituary. https://bit.ly/3hNumln

By pre-planning your final arrangements, you can determine your own budget and reduce the risk of your grieving loved ones spending more than necessary. Read more here. http://ow.ly/nCG250Ci0Ib

Publishing an online obituary allows a family more opportunities to share about their loved one. Photos, special moments and a life story can all be centralized... in the guestbook, as well as allowing for digital condolences. It can also act as a permanent memorial that the family can revisit on occasion to re-read some of the messages left by other family members and friends. Many online guestbooks also offer the opportunity for guests to share a photo along with the condolence. Below are some tips to help you craft your message of sympathy and support.

On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, we will remember them.

Our latest Arbor Memorial blog offers some helpful suggestions on writing an Eulogy for a loved one. http://ow.ly/jHfP50Bmlpy

Cremation has become an increasingly popular option for Canadians. Naturally, many people have questions about how or if this changes the experience of visiting a cemetery to honour the life of a loved one. Read our latest blog post for more information on cremation gardens at Arbor Memorial. https://bit.ly/3jI5hdz

We are excited to share our new careers website where you'll learn that a career at Arbor is about life. Learn more about what we do and how we all help families in Funeral Services, Sales & Administration, Property Operations and at Head Office. http://ow.ly/O2cf50AYIVp

We are excited to share our new careers website where youll learn that a career at Arbor is about life. Learn more about what we do and how we all help families in Funeral Services, Sales & Administration, Property Operations and at Head Office. http://ow.ly/O2cf50AYIVp

This Father's Day weekend, we wanted to share a loving tribute to Dad. It is a small gesture to say thank you for everything you do

When your friend or loved one is facing the pain of bereavement during COVID-19, you can still help them heal while still social distancing. Below are some ways to help . Just remember that grieving never really ends and it cant be rushed, but it does get more manageable over time. Just be there for them - as long as it takes.

This Fathers Day weekend, we wanted to share a loving tribute to Dad. It is a small gesture to say thank you for everything you do

Whether the loss of your father was recent or long ago, you can honour his life in creative ways from the safety of your home. Here are some ideas on how to remember Dad this Fathers Day. https://bit.ly/2TXVDZ4

Our latest blog post written by Dr. Alan D. Wolfelt, talks about funerals in the time of the coronavirus. It shares how families can cope with the adjustments to keep everyone safe while being able to mourn their loved one. https://bit.ly/36cS7yY

Our very own Jerry Roberts, joins Robyn Bresnahan on CBC radio to talk about how we've adapted our services to continue helping families.

It is National Nursing Week in Canada. We at Arbor wanted to take a moment to honour our tireless frontline heroes. We are so grateful for your kindness, compassion and dedication helping Canadians; especially during these challenging times. Thank you for all you do.

We know this is a very important weekend for all our families who want to visit their loved ones on this special day. After careful consideration and reflection, we have made the decision to keep some of our cemeteries open over the Mothers Day weekend (May 9 and 10) for visitation. Scheduled interments will continue as planned. For locations with onsite funeral homes, they will be open for appointments. We ask that you try and call ahead to make an appointment. Given the ...current situation with COVID-19 and the high number of people expected to visit, there are still some locations that must remain closed in order to best protect the health and safety of guests and staff. Please find a full list of closures at the end of this message. For our open locations, only the cemetery grounds will be open. All mausoleums, outdoor structures and buildings will remain closed. We will have added staff and security; and will do our very best to accommodate all guests. Please help us by doing your part as well. Physical distancing of a least six feet (or two meters) must be maintained at all times from anyone who isnt in your immediate family or household. Please know that depending on the number of visitors at a given time, you may be asked to wait before entering the grounds. These are challenging times, and we appreciate your cooperation. Cemetery Closures (May 9 & 10) British Columbia Valley View Funeral Home & Cemetery Ontario Brampton Funeral Home & Cemetery Capital Funeral Home & Cemetery Glen Oaks Funeral Home & Cemetery Glendale Funeral Home & Cemetery Glenhaven Memorial Garden Glenview Memorial Gardens Highland Hills Funeral Home & Cemetery Highland Memory Gardens Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens Resthaven Memorial Gardens Rosemount Memorial Gardens Quebec Rideau Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home Lakeview Memorial Gardens

Whether the loss of your mom was recent or long ago, you can honour her life in creative ways from the safety of your home. Here are some ideas on how to remember Mom this Mothers Day. https://bit.ly/2WjdQRs

L'engagement d'Arbor à votre égard Cliquez ici pour voir les mises à jour d'Arbor concernant COVID-19 https://www.arbormemorial.ca/fr/arbor-update-on-covid-19... S'assurer de la santé et du bien-être de notre personnel et de nos invités s'avère d'une importance primordiale Veuillez noter que nous prenons des précautions supplémentaires pour garder nos locaux et nos bureaux aseptisés et qu'ils sont nettoyés régulièrement tout au long de la journée. Nous continuons à surveiller la situation et sommes bien préparés pour apporter les changements nécessaires en vue de réduire au mieux l'exposition au virus. Nous vous demandons de bien vouloir appeler à l'avance lorsque vous souhaitez prendre un rendez-vous. Si vous avez besoin d'une aide immédiate, veuillez appeler au 1-888-700-7766. _____________________________________ The Arbor commitment to you Click here to view Arbor's updates regarding COVID-19 https://www.arbormemorial.ca/en/arbor-update-on-covid-19 Ensuring the health well-being of our staff and guests is of paramount importance. Please note that we are taking extra precautions to keep our facilities and offices sanitized and that they are cleaned regularly throughout the day. We are continuing to monitor the situation and are well-prepared to make any changes necessary to best mitigate exposure. We ask that you please call ahead to make an appointment. If you require immediate support, please call: 1-888-700-7766

Our very own Jerry Roberts, joins Robyn Bresnahan on CBC radio to talk about how weve adapted our services to continue helping families.

Our cemetery will be closed to the general public on Easter Weekend (April 10-12). Our Funeral Home will remain open. This was a difficult decision, but we must adhere to government physical distancing guidelines and protect the health and safety of our guests and staff. We will reopen on Monday with our regular hours. ... Please visit our website https://bit.ly/Memory-COVID19 if you require more information or you wish to book an appointment with cemetery staff. Please note that our onsite Funeral Home staff are available to serve families. Appointments are encouraged, with physical distancing and screening measures in place for all appointments. Thank you for your understanding. These are challenging times, and we appreciate your cooperation.

Can you still have a funeral during COVID-19? Our latest Arbor blog post provides advice and guidance on how to honour a loved one during these challenging times. bit.ly/FuneralCOVID19

Our devoted funeral and cemetery professionals are dedicated to assisting with your immediate needs or advance planning. Were deeply committed to the well-being of our guests and staff. Safety measures are in place, including live-streaming for gatherings, and consultations available in person, by phone and online. At our location, were here to serve, visit ... bit.ly/Memory-COVID19 See more

It's the conversation that no one wants to have, but too important to ignore. Planning for your funeral, preparing your will and getting your estate in order should be part of your financial planning in 2020, experts say. https://www.thoroldnews.com//canada-tough-money-talks-to-h

Lengagement dArbor votre gard Cliquez ici pour voir les mises jour dArbor concernant COVID-19 https://www.arbormemorial.ca/fr/arbor-update-on-covid-19... Sassurer de la sant et du bien-tre de notre personnel et de nos invits savre dune importance primordiale Veuillez noter que nous prenons des prcautions supplmentaires pour garder nos locaux et nos bureaux aseptiss et quils sont nettoys rgulirement tout au long de la journe. Nous continuons surveiller la situation et sommes bien prpars pour apporter les changements ncessaires en vue de rduire au mieux lexposition au virus. Nous vous demandons de bien vouloir appeler lavance lorsque vous souhaitez prendre un rendez-vous. Si vous avez besoin dune aide immdiate, veuillez appeler au 1-888-700-7766. _____________________________________ The Arbor commitment to you Click here to view Arbors updates regarding COVID-19 https://www.arbormemorial.ca/en/arbor-update-on-covid-19 Ensuring the health well-being of our staff and guests is of paramount importance. Please note that we are taking extra precautions to keep our facilities and offices sanitized and that they are cleaned regularly throughout the day. We are continuing to monitor the situation and are well-prepared to make any changes necessary to best mitigate exposure. We ask that you please call ahead to make an appointment. If you require immediate support, please call: 1-888-700-7766

Planning a funeral or time to remember celebration should reflect each person's life, preferences and wishes. This month's poll asks, "If you were planning your... final celebration, what drink would you want to serve?" Click on the link below and well report your answers in an upcoming blog post. https://www.arbormemorial.ca//poll-what-drink-do-you-want-

To serve you better, we are renovating our administration office located at the entrance of the property. Please proceed to the funeral home where our caring staff is onsite and available to assist you.

A special thank you to all for your recognition and helping us stand out in our communities.

Its the conversation that no one wants to have, but too important to ignore. Planning for your funeral, preparing your will and getting your estate in order should be part of your financial planning in 2020, experts say. https://www.thoroldnews.com//canada-tough-money-talks-to-h

Planning a funeral or time to remember celebration should reflect each persons life, preferences and wishes. This months poll asks, "If you were planning your... final celebration, what drink would you want to serve?" Click on the link below and well report your answers in an upcoming blog post. https://www.arbormemorial.ca//poll-what-drink-do-you-want-

Congratulations to our 2019 Arbor Memorial $10,000 National Contest Winner . . . C. Allen! The team at Glen Oaks Funeral Home & Cemetery had the honour to pres...ent the $10,000 cheque to Ms. Allen from Oakville, Ontario. Im so glad I stopped and filled out the ballot. Thank you Glen Oaks! ~ C. Allen, 2019 Contest Winner Visit any of our Arbor Memorial locations to fill out a ballot for your chance to win $10,000! Click the link below to find your nearest branch.

2020 has arrived and with that a list of resolutions that we want to achieve during the New Year. Why not add getting a FREE Estate Planning Kit from Arbor Memo...rial? It is a helpful set of tools to keep your affairs in order. Your comprehensive kit includes: Legal Will Guide: Walks you through preparing your own will. Having a will guarantees that your personal wishes regarding your estate will be followed in a timely and efficient manner, and your loved ones will be provided for after youre gone. In fact, without a will, the cost of administering your estate increases, and your assets may not be distributed in the way you wish. Legal Will Form: It is a legal document, granting one or more people the authority to act on your behalf if you are unable to do so. You can appoint a Power of Attorney for both property and personal care. This guide explains the different types of Power of Attorney, how to set one up, and whom you might choose for the job. Official Family Registry: The book offers a simple yet comprehensive way to gather all the necessary information that your family, your lawyer and Executor may require after your death. Its also your assurance that all of your wishes will be understood by everyone concerned and be completely respected. Click on the following link to request your FREE Estate Planning Kit https://www.arbormemorial.ca//resources/estate-planning-kit

Warmest thoughts and best wishes for a wonderful Holiday and a Happy New Year.

#Didyouknow that you can book a Pre-Need appointment with an Arbor Specialist with just a few steps? Step 1: Click on the following link to find your nearest Ar...bor Branch https://www.arbormemorial.ca/en/locations Step 2: Click the Pre-Plan Now button Step 3: Select your preferred date and time Step 4: Enter your information and click Book Appointment

Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, Dec 10, 2019 from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Memory Gardens Funeral Home and Cemetery for a Candlelight Service filled with music, light and reflection, in honor of your loved ones.