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Outbreak lets up in time for bazaarFundraiser great success thanks to late surgeNovember 22, 2011With an outbreak interrupting preparations for Streamway Villa's annual Christmas bazaar, staff members rolled up their sleeves to pull off the most financially successful bazaar the home has ever hosted. Read full story >> |
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Woodland wound-care team healing Stage X woundMedihoney proving to be an innovative treatment, says RPNNovember 21, 2011A resident who moved into Woodland Villa earlier this year with a Stage X wound on the area around her tailbone is on the road to recovery, thanks to the Long Sault home's wound-care team utilizing best practices and innovative education provided by OMNI Health Care. Read full story >> |
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Music promoting peace, relaxation and a positive atmosphereMedical adviser encourages music therapyNovember 21, 2011A resident with a history of serious agitation is demonstrating the impact of music therapy at Almonte Country Haven. Read full story >> |
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A walk back in time at Pleasant Meadow ManorOMNIway writer revisits relationships in his home townNovember 18, 2011Walking into Pleasant Meadow Manor last Friday was like walking back in time; an emotional pull that brought to surface some of my first understandings of what it means to be compassionate. Read full story >> |
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Keen interest in learning making an impact at Garden TerraceClean and safe environment paramount for quality of life in long-term careNovember 18, 2011When environmental services manager Brad Lafontaine joined Garden Terrace two years ago, he brought a fresh set of eyes and a keen interest in learning and sharing. Read full story >> |
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RN returns from retirement to make an impact in infection controlStaff members demonstrate preparedness during outbreakNovember 17, 2011Almonte Country Haven registered nurse (RN) Marian Lee came out of retirement in September and has been charged with pursuing her passion for infection control at the 82-bed home. Read full story >> |
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Community event raises $500 for Village Green residents' councilAnnual Christmas craft and bake sale once again a hitNovember 17, 2011Engaging the local community with events at Village Green is something that's top of mind at the Greater Napanee long-term care home, and once again the annual Christmas craft and bake sale accomplished this mission while raising more than $500 for residents' council, says life enrichment co-ordinator Karen Coulter. Read full story >> |
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Music therapy boosting life enrichment and restorative careSinging, chiming and drumming bring soothing effects to long-term homesNovember 16, 2011The rhythmic and melodious sounds of music can enliven the halls of long-term care homes, boost engagement during life enrichment activities and provide remarkable soothing and restorative value for residents. Read full story >> |
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Sharing memories over a mealThree friends chat over lunch on Remembrance DayNovember 16, 2011NORWOOD, Ont. - On Nov. 11 as the ceremonies from Ottawa 's Remembrance Day services wound to a close on the television in Pleasant Meadow Manor's lounge, three friends took their seats in the dining room for lunch, joined by the OMNIway. Read full story >> |
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Education, experience position LTC as wound-care champion: RPNDebra Hannan underscores role OMNI, LTC can play in greater health-care sectorNovember 15, 2011With strong educational initiatives and experience treating skin ulcers, OMNI Health Care and the long-term care sector as a whole are well positioned as wound-care champions in the greater health-care continuum, says Debra Hannan. Read full story >> |
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