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Gift of time makes profound difference to resident'She was always so grateful, no matter what we did'June 21, 2010Willows Estate personal support worker Diane Davis says spending time with a resident who was palliative and accompanying her in the home's back garden is one memory that sticks out for her during her time doing palliative-care work. Read full story >> |
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Success stories illustrating value staff brings to residentsTeamwork helping residents make the most of life in long-term careJune 21, 2010OMNI Health Care long-term care homes have recently seen success stories illustrating the strong quality of life team members are able to bring to residents. These examples include helping residents make seamless transitions, enhancing people's confidence and restoring health. Read full story >> |
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Caregiver underscores importance of consoling families during palliative processPersonalized packages and 'care calls' mainstays at Burnbrae GardensJune 18, 2010A team member at Burnbrae Gardens emphasizes that caring for families after a loved one passes away is an important part of the palliative-care process. Read full story >> |
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Community joins in fun at Pleasant Meadow'It's a fun-filled day'June 18, 2010A crowd of about 200 is expected today at Pleasant Meadow Manor's annual community fun fair, which will feature a free barbecue and assortment of child- and senior-friendly activities. Read full story >> |
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Palliative-care teams are advocates for residents, families: RNTeams providing quality of life through palliative stageJune 17, 2010Palliative-care teams in long-term care homes are advocates for residents and their families, and being able to help residents and their loved ones during the end-of-life stage is a "profound" experience, says Riverview Manor registered nurse (RN) Jane Hobbs. Read full story >> |
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Dedicated members the key to a strong family councilCouncil president also emphasizes importance of celebrating successesJune 17, 2010Having a dedicated team of people is the most important aspect of having a strong family council at a long-term care home, says Margaret Cameron. Read full story >> |
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Teamwork at the core of palliative careStaff, volunteers, clergy, doctors all play important rolesJune 16, 2010Teamwork is at the centre of effective palliative care, says Susan Keeping, a personal support worker and restorative-care aide at Pleasant Meadow Manor. Read full story >> |
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Home uses one-on-one support to diffuse agitation, potential for aggressionViolence-prevention strategies built into OMNI core programs, says CCCJune 16, 2010When a resident was becoming increasingly agitated, Country Terrace put together a cash box and an accountant's ledger for the former banker. Read full story >> |
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Staff member's advice brings comfort to resident, family memberResident is able to pass away at peace, daughter left with one more memoryJune 15, 2010Aileen Hicks recalls one story of how she was able to make a meaningful difference to a resident, who had reached the end-of-life stage, and his daughter during their last moments together. Read full story >> |
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Country Terrace to raise profile of preventing workplace violenceKomoka long-term care home hosts safety weekJune 15, 2010Country Terrace is gearing up for health and safety week, devoting this year's focus on the prevention of workplace violence. Read full story >> |
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