By: Charla Rodak

Janet is ready for retirement! Congratulations!!

After 31 years, Janet Johnston had her retirement celebration at Lawson on Wednesday June 20, 2018.

Janet accepted the offer of kitchen supervisor and started her position on August 24, 1987. She only intended to stay five years; 31 years later, we are pleased to be honoring Janet and congratulating her on her retirement!

Throughout the years, Janet was an amazing contributor to many changes at Lawson. When the children who had lived at Lawson moved to homes in the community and Lawson became a respite program, the food services dramatically changed to ensure that individual needs would be met – allergies, special diets, ethno-cultural requirements, preferences.

The catering service was started around 1991, which took the kitchen services to a whole other level. What began with lunches for seniors’ programs grew to Board meetings, Council Holiday Parties and many special events held in the Association and at Lawson – United Way, holidays (incredible turkey dinners), water play days etc. Everyone looked forward to the delicious and beautifully presented meals provided by Janet and her team. And then there were the cakes…to die for!

Janet also took the time to bake a wedding cake for two people who are supported in our Supported Independent Living program.

Janet and her team, through their love of their work and the care for the children served at  Lawson, made life at Lawson that much better for everyone. Food, fun and the enjoyment of the work always seemed to be something  valued by Janet. She brought a can-do  approach to everything, and always with a smile!

Everyone at Community Living Toronto,  specifically Lawson and Scarborough Regional office wish Janet wonderful years ahead in her retirement.

Congratulations and thank you for the difference you have made to so many children, families and staff at Community Living Toronto!

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