The RK MacDonald Nursing Home would like to remind visitors, staff, and residents to be mindful of those with shellfish allergies this spring and summer. Please view the updated SOP on mandatory procedures that must be followed when lobster is brought into the RK.
Notices
Updated Scent-Free Policy
The RK is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and productive workplace. We strive to eliminate the use of personal and environmental products with scents and fragrances to prevent adverse reactions among residents, staff, and visitors. Where possible, please choose to use unscented products.
Construction Start Date for the New RK MacDonald Nursing Home
Full mobilization of the new RK home will begin in the coming weeks. Preliminary work has begun on Church Street Extension.
Time Slips Creative Storytelling
This is local artist Susan Walsh, trained in Time Slips Creative Storytelling, who meets weekly with Residents in the Rhubarb Patch to create stories together.
RK Family Council Meeting
The RK Family Council will be hosting a meeting with guest speaker Joanne MacKenzie.
2024 Resident & Family Satisfaction Survey Results
The Resident & Family Satisfaction Surveys were carried out in November / December of 2024.
Change to Date
The guest speaker will be Joanne MacKenzie. Family & friends are welcome to attend – please consider joining our Family Council.
How can family enhance the quality of life for their loved one, who is living in long-term care?
The guest speaker will be Joanne MacKenzie. Family & friends are welcome to attend – please consider joining our Family Council.
Family and Friend Satisfaction Survey
Since we are in the midst of a Canada Post strike, we ask that you please drop off your completed survey in the main lobby of the RK.
Lights of Love: Postal Strike Update
As a result of the Canada Post strike, we would appreciate if donations can be dropped off at the RK to ensure donors are acknowledged during the December 8th Lights of Love celebration.
Our Core Values
This morning we’re revisiting our Core Values Video which reminds us of the importance of living our Core Values each and every day in support of our mission and vision.
Compassion in Action: Enriching the lives of Nova Scotians
This campaign highlights the commitment of continuing care employees to promoting the happiness, health, wellbeing, and independence of their clients.
The New RK, Zone 1 Construction Update
The structural steel has commenced on Zone 1 for the new RK MacDonald Nursing Home.
Construction Foundation Phase for the New RK MacDonald Nursing Home
The construction foundation phase for the RK MacDonald’s new nursing home has begun.
2025 Lights of Love Campaign
Thank you for your generosity regarding the Lights of Love campaign – we appreciate every donation.
2025 Lights of Love Campaign
Join us in honoring loved ones through our Lights of Love fundraising campaign and bringing joy to the Residents this holiday season.
Refundable Container Program
CEO Terry MacIntyre supporting the RK Social Committee in their refundable container program.
2025 Lights of Love Campaign Celebration
On December 7th, the RK Nursing Home Foundation held a celebration in honor of the 2025 Lights of Love Fundraising Campaign in the St. Martha’s Chapel.
The New RK, Zone 1 Construction Update
The structural steel has commenced on Zone 1 for the new RK MacDonald Nursing Home.













