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Residents shake it up for Internet video

Harlem Shake video transforms home

May 24, 2013

West Lake Terrace residents have been taking on their own version of the Internet phenomenon known as the Harlem Shake.
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How to avoid caregiver stress? Staffers offer ideas

Teamwork, education, tending to your own needs top list

May 23, 2013

Caring for long-term care residents brings a unique set of challenges that can result in stress, however, several staff members from OMNI Health Care homes are offering suggestions to help avoid what has become known as “caregiver burnout.”
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Refreshing surprises brighten this DOC's day

Staying open-minded helps her see them, she says

May 22, 2013

For Kaitlyn Cavanagh, working as director of care at Riverview Manor in Peterborough is like working in a universe of bright, shining stars.
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Assurance of safety must be the priority: OMNI CEO

Long-term care sector responds to allegations of abuse against Peterborough resident

May 21, 2013

PETERBOROUGH, Ont. - Recent media reports outlining what OMNI Health Care president and CEO Patrick McCarthy calls “very disturbing” acts at a Peterborough long-term care home are highlighting the opportunity for more intentional collaboration in sector processes, he says.
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Streamway PSW makes fresh corsages for 45 residents

Teri-Lee Donnelly 'went above and beyond' her duties, LEC says

May 17, 2013

Using lilies, carnations and other fresh flowers, Teri-Lee Donnelly recently spent her free time making 45 corsages for Streamway Villa residents.
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Almonte residents and managers toast nurses

Everyone involved in making Almonte Nursing Week successful

May 16, 2013

Last week was National Nursing Week, and Almonte Country Haven’s managers and residents spent the seven days celebrating the home’s front-line caregivers and recognizing them for their work.
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Inspired Leader sets sights on administration role one day

Tracy Foster talks 'team'

May 15, 2013

ORILLIA, Ont. - Rosebridge Manor RAI co-ordinator Tracy Foster says she hopes to one day be a home administrator.

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Building friendships with residents all part of dream job

Linda O'Hara reflects on her favourite aspects of her job as Maplewood CCC

May 14, 2013

Each morning, Maplewood residents have a visit; whether they’re in the dining room or in their own room, Linda O’Hara finds her way to them to say “good morning.”
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Stellar organization helps make Riverview Nursing Week successful

Virginia Murphy's organizing skills and Tish Gaudreau's cooking make event a hit.

May 13, 2013

National Nursing Week might be all about recognizing nurses for their hard work, but the week of events at Riverview Manor wouldn’t be possible without Virginia Murphy’s hard work organizing festivities and Tish Gaudreau’s skills on the barbecue.
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Bowling tournament brings two homes together

Event brings spirit of fun and laughter to Village Green and Kentwood Park residents

May 10, 2013

The spirit of fun, laughter and camaraderie was alive and well at Village Green recently when the home hosted a bowling tournament with sister OMNI Health Care home Kentwood Park.
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