We would like to thank The Casket for covering the story on the Pelly Sisters. The trio has worked, combined, almost 125 years at the Antigonish facility. “We were only babies when we came,” Vicky said, with a laugh.
What’s New
60th Anniversary at RK MacDonald
We would like to thank The Casket for covering our 60th Anniversary Celebration.
Voice For Care Magazine – Fall 2018
In a recent issue of Voice For Care Magazine, there was a lovely article done on the Storytelling Program:
Buddy Bench at RK
A new, colourful addition adorns the garden area of the RK MacDonald nursing home.
Transforming Attitudes
So what’s the biggest safety challenge in this large home that recognizes and appreciates the uniqueness of every person who lives and works there? Essentially, it’s a math challenge!
A Commitment to Safety
The RK MacDonald Nursing Home has been recognized for a commitment to safety by the Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia CEO Stuart MacLean.
Accreditation Helps The RK Establish Clear Path Forward
Accreditation provides a solid foundation to build new quality improvement initiatives upon and provides a solid foundation to build new quality improvement initiatives upon, long-term care CEO says.
GPA Leadership Excellence In Person-Centered Care
The Advanced Gerontological Education center congratulates the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home for their well-earned award.
Strategic Planning Update
The Rk MacDonald is proud to release the annual update to our Strategic Plan for 2017/2018.
Arts Canopy Project Benefits Celebrated
The Arts Health Antigonish Arts Canopy project was recently recognized with an artwork unveiling. A well-attended art unveiling at R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home, Sept. 26, served as an appropriate time to recognize the good work done, as well as continuing efforts of,...
Planting Memories
Resident Edgar McPhee recently chatted about his life long passion for gardening and how he is enriching the lives of other Residents.
Teepa Snow at The RK
Teepa Snow, one of the world’s leading educators on dementia, was at the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home, July 7, conducting a session for healthcare providers on assisting those with dementia.
The Annual Progress Report 2023-2024
As we move forward from 2023 into 2024, on behalf of the Board of Directors, we welcome you to our AGM for the fiscal year ending March 2024.
You Are Invited!
You are invited to attend the R.K. MacDonald AGM on June 27th, 2024 at 5:30 pm in the RK Chapel
CCANS Annual Conference & AGM
RK MacDonald staff were delighted to once again attend the Continuing Care Association of Nova Scotia’s (CCANS) Annual Conference and AGM at White Point Beach on June 12-14, 2024.
It’s lobster season again!
If you plan to bring any shellfish products for a resident, please contact the nursing staff on the respective floor in advance to make arrangements.
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.



