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Almonte's new DOC 'couldn't ask for a better place to work'Education and communication important to Kim TrombleyJuly 16, 2012From the time she became a nurse 12 years ago, Kim Trombley says she knew that working in long-term care “was for me.” Read full story >> |
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Forward thinking has prepped Village Green for changing demographicsPsychogeriatric partnership, PIECES training has provided staff with tools to address complex-care needsJuly 13, 2012Changing resident demographics in recent years — most notably younger residents with addiction issues — has meant a different set of challenges for staff members. Fortunately, Village Green has positioned itself ahead of the curve to meet new demands, says administrator Linda Pierce. Read full story >> |
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Hawaiian Day engages the sensesThemed event brings residents together in spirit of fun and laughterJuly 12, 2012A Hawaiian-themed event at Willows Estate July 11 served up a banquet of sensory benefits, great food, camaraderie, and fun and laughter for residents, says life enrichment co-ordinator (LEC) Teddy Mazzuca. Read full story >> |
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Collaboration with hospital helping home meet changing needsPASE program helping Pleasant Meadow Manor provide enhanced care to residents with addictionJuly 11, 2012An outreach program offered through Peterborough Regional Health Centre is proving to be an important resource in helping Pleasant Meadow Manor meet the needs of an increasing long-term care demographic — younger residents with addiction issues. Read full story >> |
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Responsive behaviours disappearing at Frost ManorSupportive measures, BSO protocols, proving to be effective toolsJuly 10, 2012LINDSAY, Ont. - Responsive behaviours are quickly disappearing at Frost Manor, thanks largely to staff members using their supportive measures training and Behavioural Supports in Ontario (BSO) protocols. Read full story >> |
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Fish fryin' up some great summer memoriesOutdoors on the dock a great place for reminiscenceJuly 9, 2012On a warm summer day there are few better places to be than on a dock in a shaded glade by clear water with a fishing pole in hand. Read full story >> |
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RN experience serving new West Lake DOC wellCathi Kerr says knowing the home from different perspectives is a key assetJuly 6, 2012Cathi Kerr says her six years’ experience as a registered nurse at West Lake Terrace are serving her well in her new capacity as director of care (DOC) at the Prince Edward County long-term care home. Read full story >> |
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Woodland Villa staying ahead of the curveHome is preparing to meet demands of future care needs todayJuly 5, 2012Director of care Debbie Kitchen says that if her 26 years at Woodland Villa have taught her anything it’s that the home is a master in the art of preparing for changing needs. Read full story >> |
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Work, life intertwine for LEA, just the way she likes it'I know you're supposed to leave work when you go home, but it's really hard to do that in this departmentJuly 4, 2012LINDSAY, Ont. - If there’s one thing life enrichment aide (LEA) Sue Jackson can tell you about her job at Frost Manor it’s that she is always thinking of ways to enhance residents’ lives. Read full story >> |
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Springdale LEA makes music breakthroughWestern Avenue song to be played on radio stations nationwide todayJuly 3, 2012Springdale Country Manor life enrichment aide Nikki English and her musical partner and husband Keith Robertson, who are in the country-western trio Western Avenue, are getting ready to have their new single played on country stations nationwide, and the team at the Peterborough County long-term care home couldn’t be happier. Read full story >> |
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