Senior Link Society was awarded a New Horizons For Seniors Program grant in 2023 to produce photo books for seniors
residing in Richmond. The eight participants who expressed interest in the project were individually interviewed, and
their photos were used to recreate their life story sequentially. Senior Link volunteers worked to compile a beautiful
hard copy photo book, which was printed and presented to each senior. 
The participants appreciated the wonderful opportunity to have these legacy photo books to share with their loved
ones.
Here are some testimonials:
– The memoir project of a photobook is a lovely idea. Thank you all so much. I will treasure it and pass it along to my
daughter and her family. It takes me back to a full and joyful life!! My motto is “She who dares wins.” -H.H.
-Thank you Lorna for the hard work! This is a wonderful gift for me! Senior Link has created this great project for the
deserved seniors. Your effort made the task is commendable! -A.C.
-Heartfelt Thanks for Publishing My Legacy Picture Book
Dear Senior Link Society,
I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible honor of publishing my legacy picture book with your
esteemed organization. It is with immense joy and appreciation that I extend my sincerest thanks to you and your team
for this remarkable opportunity.
Seeing my work in print and knowing that it will be shared with members of the Senior Link Society brings me an
indescribable sense of fulfillment. Your dedication to preserving and promoting the arts, especially among seniors, is
truly commendable and inspiring. It is through platforms like yours that the voices and stories of older generations
continue to enrich our collective cultural tapestry.
I am profoundly grateful for the support, encouragement, and professionalism demonstrated throughout the publishing
process. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence have undoubtedly contributed to the success of this
endeavor. I am honored to have collaborated with such a distinguished organization.
Please convey my heartfelt appreciation to everyone involved, from the editorial team to the designers and
administrators who worked tirelessly to bring this project to fruition. I am deeply touched by your belief in my work and
your willingness to share it with your audience.
As I reflect on this milestone, I am reminded of the importance of preserving our stories and experiences for future
generations. It is my hope that this picture book will resonate with readers and serve as a testament to the power of
creativity, imagination, and the human spirit. Once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for this incredible
opportunity. I look forward to continuing our partnership and contributing to the meaningful work of the Senior Link
Society. -T.L.
-For some time I had been thinking that I would like to create a book to tell the story of my family.  My parents survived
WW2 in England, emigrated to Canada, and left behind in England what little family that was still alive.  Yet I knew little
of their experiences, their lives before I was born, or their own family history.  
I did not want to leave my own small family in the same position, and I imagined that like me they would not think to
question their background until their parents were no longer around to tell them about themselves.
Imagine my delight when I saw in the local newspaper an opportunity to apply for a Memory Book to be created by
Senior Link.  I immediately applied for the program and was accepted.
I selected a collection of significant photos from my life, and together with one of the Senior Link volunteers, we put
together a picture book telling the story of my life, from my birth, life in several different countries, studies, marriage
and family.  The resulting album will be a lovely way to connect with my children and to show them their origins.
Thank you, Senior Link, for making this possible, and kudos to The New Horizons Project for creating the grant which
enabled this project to be undertaken! -P.B.

– As one of the project creators, it was lovely to see you at Mr. Gold’s very quaint “Tea Room”. 
I was pleased to enter your homes and be taken down memory lane as you made choices that would tell your story in a
visual format …  from your sharing of special people in your life to random experiences that really left an imprint on you
all this time, I was allowed to be part of that with you. 
I learnt from all of you how universal our feelings are for our partners, friends and loved ones now gone and the many
occasions we’ve experienced in our lives – no matter who I met with, each one of you made me aware of happy times
and sometimes, discomfort, that had to be endured. You are all very strong and courageous. So thank you for sharing
with me your vulnerability and for putting in hours and hours of your time, seeking the right photos to tell your stories.
No matter how big or small one’s part may have been, the roles in the end did not matter; it was everyone – giving their
best – that made this happen. It was truly a team effort. -J.C.