03/09/2026
Employee Highlight – Celebrating International Women’s Day 🌸
At Forestview Retirement Residence, we are proud to celebrate the incredible women who bring joy, connection, and vitality to our residents every day. This International Women’s Day, we’re shining the spotlight on Vivien, a dedicated Life Enrichment Assistant from Beijing, China, whose passion for seniors has been inspiring for over a decade.
Vivien believes seniors are the “most underrated living libraries,” filled with stories, resilience, and wisdom. After studying Social Services at Seneca, she joined Forestview three years ago, inspired by the opportunity to create a meaningful and inclusive environment for residents.
Her days are filled with purpose — greeting residents each morning, leading engaging activities like fitness, games, and creative arts, and spending one-on-one time listening to residents’ stories and supporting them through life’s challenges.
One moment that stayed with her was helping a resident struggling with loss of independence. It reminded her that life enrichment isn’t always about big activities — it’s about being present, listening, and honoring each resident’s dignity.
For Vivien, International Women’s Day is about advocacy and dignity, celebrating women—especially the seniors she serves—who are trailblazers, leaders, and lifelong teachers.
Her advice to young women entering healthcare:
“Use your voice to advocate, stay curious, and lead with your heart.”
She describes her work in three words: Advocate. Connection. Vitality.
This International Women’s Day, her message is simple:
“Your stories are your strength, and your compassion is your power.”
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