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Garden Terrace applies lessons from DisneyHome aiming to enhance prideJuly 30, 2010A presentation on the principles behind the Walt Disney Co. success has inspired Garden Terrace administrator Carolyn Della Foresta to take action at the Kanata long-term care home. Read full story >> |
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Retired farmer harvesting good times at Kentwood ParkResident takes a spin on new combine, loved the experienceJuly 30, 2010PICTON, Ont. - Charles Matthias says riding around a farm on a brand-new combine isn't exactly how he would have once pictured life to be like in long-term care, but staff members at Kentwood Park proved him wrong. Read full story >> |
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Smaller homes a strong selling point for OMNI: RPNDawna Mercer says smaller homes provide a more 'homey' atmosphereJuly 29, 2010PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, Ont. - Working in a smaller-than-average long-term care home allows staff members to provide more one-on-one care and creates more of a "homey" atmosphere, says West Lake Terrace registered practical nurse (RPN) Dawna Mercer. Read full story >> |
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Front-line staff member finds great reward in meeting residents' needsRosebridge's strong team approach makes the job a joy, says Frances DolgowiczJuly 29, 2010When a newly admitted resident was in pain, personal support worker (PSW) Frances Dolgowicz spent as much time as she could with her, reassuring her and trying to keep her comfortable until she could receive interventions. Read full story >> |
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PSW sparks fun and laughter at Kentwood'I love to hear (the residents) laugh,' says Carolann FrostJuly 28, 2010If laughter is truly the best medicine, then Carolann Frost is spreading health every day amongst the 45 residents at Kentwood Park. Read full story >> |
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OMNI homes embracing assets to meet demands of actStaff members, families, core programs all key driversJuly 28, 2010OMNI Health Care-owned long-term care homes are largely embracing their strongest assets - dedicated staff members and families, as well as effective core programs - to help meet the demands of the province's Long-Term Care Homes Act, which was proclaimed July 1. Read full story >> |
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Ties with grandmother impacts LEA's career choiceTiffany Martell enjoys making seniors happyJuly 27, 2010Whether she's styling her grandmother's hair, working on puzzles or going to yard sales with her, Tiffany Martell enjoys close ties with her elderly family member. Read full story >> |
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Nurse's aide makes a big difference keeping residents happy, comfortable and feeling at homeCindy Davis doesn't plan on going anywhere from MaplewoodJuly 27, 2010Every day is busy with many tasks for nurse's aide Cindy Davis, but underneath it all is a big purpose — keeping residents happy, comfortable and feeling at home. Read full story >> |
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Veteran PSW enjoys putting smiles on residents' faces'I try to give 110 per cent for them when I'm here'July 26, 2010Through a gesture such as giving a resident a jar of her homemade strawberry jam, Rhonda Hughes strives to bring joy to the seniors she cares for at Frost Manor. Read full story >> |
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Renewed confidence, meeting new people the best part of training program'It was a great experience,' says Robynne MaksymetzJuly 26, 2010Robynne Maksymetz says gaining a stronger sense of confidence and meeting new people from OMNI Health Care homes, as well as from head office, were the top things she walked away with as a graduate of the new managers' training program. Read full story >> |
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