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Experienced
interior decorator, RuthOrdandher family longed for
changeof scenery. So, just like that, they relocated fromAlberta toOn-
tario,purchased the formerShaw’sFurniture inElmvale,andpromptly ren-
ovated the business. Aptly renamedGeorgian Bay Living Furniture, the
QueenStreetWest storefront hasquicklybecomea favouriteamongdis-
cerningclientele. “Wearemoregeared towardsBoomerswhoaredown-
sizing, and looking forqualitynew, casual, elegant and sophisticated furniture.”
Ruthexplains itwasanatural progression for her togo into retail followingher lengthycareer in interiordec-
orating.Her stunning store is filledwithOntariomade items,with theexceptionof a fewbitsandpieces from
Quebec.ProvidingCanadianmademerchandisemeans thepricepointsarekept in linealongwith thequality
control. Darling vignettes showcased throughout her store tell a colour storyandRuth is happy to consult on
design anddecorating in-house. Georgian Bay Living Furniturealsodoes in-home consultations and space
planning.
Withagreat selectionof fabrics, sofabeds,BenjaminMoorepaintsandseasonal items, let theknowledgeable
and friendlystaffhelpyouwithyournextdecoratingconundrum.Wellworth thescenicdriveover toElmvale!
22Queen St West Elmvale 705.322. 1961
Often
in life, tragicexperiencescanbe turned intoapositiveventure
–such is thecase for BlaineBell,who learned first handabout caring for
a terminally ill lovedone,and the toll it can takeon the family.Blaine iden-
tified the need for specialized elderly and senior care in our areaand
openedComfortKeepersGeorgianTriangle. ThisNewVentureprovides
in-home care in Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Stayner, Thornbury,
MeafordandOwenSound.
Familymemberscaring foranelderlyor senior lovedoneoften find themselvesoverwhelmed, lacking the
timeandskillsneeded todeliverpropercare.ComfortKeepersGeorgianTrianglehelps those familymem-
bersbyofferingavarietyof topqualityelder careand senior care services.
ComfortKeeper’s listof services runs frombasiccompanionshipandpersonalcareservicessuchasbathing,
tomeal preparationand light housekeeping, to themoreadvanced specialized services fordementiapa-
tientsandendof lifeneeds.
“The foundationof these in-home senior care services is found inour interactiveapproach toelder care,”
Blaine explains, “Our InteractiveCaregiving system focuses on four areas of senior care: SeniorMind,
SeniorBody, SeniorNutrition, andSeniorSafety. Emphasizing these fourareasof need, helps seniors.”
705.293.5553
Nantucket &Co.
is the passion of three sisters Jennifer
Thrasher,DebbieWarnickandSuzanne Jacobi.Eachbringsaunique
talentand impeccablestyle to this, thenewestbusinessonBruceStreet
inThornbury. Tuckedaway, just up thehill nearCulinaryDesigns, the
shopnestled inabuildingbuilt in1862 is theperfect home forNantucket&Co.
Thecasual sophisticationof the islandofNantucket is the inspiration for thestorename. Theatmosphere
immediatelycharmspatrons; femininity is theveryessenceof theplace.
“Our vintage collection for homeandgarden creates anambianceofwelcomingwarmth,” explains
Jennifer. “Theclothing isanartfulmixof lines frommanyplaces in theworld.Our staff isalwayshappy
tohelpyouchoose the rightpieces foryourwardrobe.Dressingyouwithcasual sophisticated individual
style isalwaysourgoal.Caring forbeautiful things isagift fromourmother&grandmothers.”
Nantucket&Co.,Casual Sophistication for yourHome,GardenandWardrobe.
51 Bruce St. S., Thornbury 519.599.5050
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