Cards for Care Alberta
Messaging & Card Writing Guide
This guide helps ensure that every card we send reflects care, respect, and consistency across all the programs we support. Whether you’re making one card or one hundred, thank you — your time, creativity, and compassion make a real impact.
Pediatric Diabetes Program (T1D)
Approved messages:
 • "You are brave, strong, and never alone. You can do this!"
• "You've got a superpower now: knowing your body better than most people ever will!"
• "With a little preparation and some snacks, Diabetes can't hold you back!"
• "You are not alone. There's a whole community cheering you on!"
• "You can do this! Diabetes can't hold you back."
• "Don't let diabetes hold you back from doing what you love. Knowledge is power!"
Ronald McDonald House
Approved message:
Welcome to Ronald McDonald House and to Edmonton. There are many ways “The House” can help you and your family, so please don’t hesitate to ask for help. I hope your stay here makes it easier to focus on your family during this important time.
Wishing you all the best,
<insert your first name>
Nursing Home Resident Program
Approved Messaging options for the inside:
Wishing you a beautiful day!
Hope today brings you joy!
Have a bright and happy day!
Sending sunshine your way!
Wishing you peace and smiles!
May your day be filled with cheer!
Thinking of you today and always!
Wishing you comfort and happiness!
May today be as special as you are!
Hope today brings you something to smile about!
Here's to a day as sweet as you!
Sending a pocketful of sunshine!
Hope your day is sprinkled with joy!
Wishing you a day that sparkles.
Sorrentino's Compassion House
Approved messages:
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Welcome to Compassion House. You are surrounded by care, strength, and community.
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Wishing you comfort, peace, and healing during your stay. You are not alone.
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May your time here be filled with rest, support, and gentle moments.
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You are strong, brave, and deeply cared for. Welcome to your home away from home.
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Sending warm thoughts and kindness your way as you begin this part of your journey.
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Welcome — we hope you feel the love and support that surrounds you here.
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Thinking of you and wishing you strength and serenity each day.
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You are part of a community that cares deeply. Welcome to Compassion House.
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May each day bring you comfort, courage, and connection.
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We’re so glad you’re here — you matter, and you are held in kindness.
Signing Your Card
Please sign using:
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First name only
No last names, social media handles, email addresses, or phone numbers.
Thank You
Your words make a difference.
Thank you for helping us bring comfort, joy, and connection to others.