Elle Korpela likely never imagined getting a pandemic vaccine in her 100th year. As a resident of the Hoivakoti Nursing Home; a long–term care home located at Finlandia Village in Sudbury, Korpela was among roughly 100 residents who received a vaccination on Monday.
Korpela, well-known at the home, has been a resident for many years and was described as an active member of the Finnish Ladies Auxiliary.
She was also described as one of the first residents to consent to accepting the vaccine, sharing “Today’s the day. It’s a very special day.”
Her sentiments were echoed by CEO Finlandia Village David Munch.
“Today’s vaccination of Hoivakoti Nursing Home residents is an important step forward in the fight to keep COVID-19 out of the long term care home; it’s a game changer," said Munch.
He was also quick to celebrate and recognize the efforts of the entire Finlandia team of care heroes.
“They have shown their Sisu; grit, determination and strength; each and every day since this journey began almost one year ago. Staff, residents and their family members; essential caregivers and volunteers have been diligent and careful to follow the guidelines for safe living during COVID," said Munch, who also had praise for the health unit.
"The support of Public Health Sudbury & Districts and their teams throughout this evolution in care has been tremendous and instrumental in our ability to provide the best possible care to our Residents," he said.
"Lämpimät kiitokset – our kind thanks to everyone who has supported our COVID-19 journey to this monumental day. We’re celebrating today!”
