Wellington North Resident Kay Ayres has earned the 2022 Senior of the Year Award. Mayor Andy Lennox presented the award at the April 11th, 2022 meeting of Council, on behalf of The Honourable Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility, The Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell Lieutenant Governor of Ontario and Council of the Township of Wellington North.
Lennox said the Mount Forest Seniors Group, The Seniors Centre of Excellence and 100 Women Who Care Rural Wellington are just of few of the many volunteer projects and organizations she is involved with.
“Should a project arise, Kay is always willing to roll up her sleeves and get the job done,” stated Mayor Lennox. “There are very few events where you will not find Kay.”
“Wherever Kay goes she brings with her joy, happiness, and laughter. When meeting Kay you might think that she has never had a bad day in her life, but she has lived through adversity, she makes the best of every day. We could all learn a thing or two from this wonderful lady whom I am proud to say is my friend,” said Helen Edwards Program Coordinator, Seniors Centre of Excellence.
“Kay’s positive attitude is a joy to work with. Throughout the pandemic, Kay and I kept in touch to see when she could get the seniors back in action in the community hall. She kept the health and safety of the group at the forefront of the conversations at all times. Her caring, good, humoured nature are a true asset to this community,” said Nick Brock, Recreation Team, Township of Wellington North.
A media release concluded, “Kay is a remarkable, warmhearted member of our community and is devoted to helping make Wellington North a great place to live, work and play. We are fortunate that Kay calls Wellington North home and is clearly deserving of this award.”
