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PSW sees positive results with restorative program

Staff hours reallocated to provide funding

November 9, 2011

The restorative program at Country Terrace is getting residents out of their rooms and walking around the home.


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Adapting to residents creates harmony in the home

Sessions encourage staff to individualize care plans

November 9, 2011

Adapting to residents, rather than making residents adapt to a home, creates win-win situations for everyone.
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Bernard sisters hailed for their talent engaging residents

Retired PSWs have what it takes to put on a great show, says LEC

November 8, 2011

Knowing first-hand that entertainers Adrienne and Sharlene Bernard's performances create a "positive energy" in any long-term care home where they perform, life enrichment co-ordinator (LEC) Rachel Corkery knew she had to bring them to Maplewood.


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Home's newsletter focuses on work of family council, staff

Cindy LaRussa heads up Country Terrace newsletter

November 8, 2011

Knowing that she was not alone in missing the Country Terrace newsletter, Cindy LaRussa decided to relaunch the publication.


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Storytelling: a 'Foundation' of Communication

Top employer discusses role of news service

November 8, 2011

In early October, OMNI Health Care was named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers by Mediacorp Canada in its annual rankings, and the organization scored top marks in both the work atmosphere and communication and employee engagement categories.


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Veterans display pride at Remembrance Day service

Kanata Legion provides service at Forest Hill

November 7, 2011

The seven Second World War veterans living at Forest Hill display pride every year at the home's Remembrance Day service.


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Approaching Remembrance Day

Helping residents through what can be a difficult time

November 7, 2011

As red poppies grace the lapels of Canadians this time of year, we are reminded of the savagery wrought in the face of war, and the sacrifice of so many to defend against it. It is a sombre time for Canadians and for many residents in long-term care homes, remembrance can be difficult.


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PSW goes above and beyond during outbreak

Shannon LeBlanc applauded for getting residents into Halloween spirit on her own time

November 4, 2011

With Halloween events cancelled at Streamway Villa due to a respiratory outbreak, Shannon LeBlanc decided she had to do something to make sure residents at the Cobourg long-term care home wouldn't miss out on the fun.

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Family council resumes at Country Terrace

Claire Feick and Cindy LaRussa co-chair

November 4, 2011

Two enthusiastic family members are co-chairing Country Terrace's family council and revamping the home's newsletter.


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Halloween party results in opportunities to engage families

Inaugural family event a great time for residents, children

November 3, 2011

Maplewood's inaugural family Halloween party Oct. 30 saw residents and children interacting with one another and having a fun time, while staff members saw opportunities to grow and build upon the event, says life enrichment co-ordinator (LEC) Rachel Corkery.

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