Preventing falls a tricky situation in LTC: Lester
West Lake employs various prevention strategies
Friday May 9, 2008
When former US president Ronald Reagan had full-time nursing support and his wife, Nancy, at his side, he still managed to fall and break a hip.  Full Story |
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Kentwood staff hosts dinner to honour husbands and wives
Dinner event fills gap in finding programming for couples
Friday May 9, 2008
The life enrichment department at Kentwood Park recently held a special function aimed at meeting the needs of a growing demographic at the Picton long-term care home — couples. Full Story |
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Children’s visit brings smiles and laughter for Maplewood residents
First Kids Nite a success, say residents, LEC
Thursday May 8, 2008
The activity room at Maplewood was buzzing with happiness April 30 during the home’s first Kids Nite. Full Story |
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Paranormal presenter helps residents talk about experiences with spiritual world
Kentwood residents discuss long-suppressed ghostly encounters following presentation
Wednesday May 7, 2008
A recent presentation on paranormal activity in Prince Edward County was an engaging experience for residents at Kentwood Park, says life enrichment co-ordinator Linda Sheppard. Full Story |
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Resident’s work helps everyone at Willows
‘It’s not just helping them, it’s helping me’
Tuesday May 6, 2008
Willows Estate resident Bobby Martin says he isn’t the type of person who likes to sit still. In fact, since moving into the Aurora long-term care home a year ago, Martin has made it his mission to help the home out as much as he can. Full Story |
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Burnbrae hosts luncheon to thank volunteers
Meal, award ceremony lets volunteers know they’re appreciated
Monday May 5, 2008
The management team at Burnbrae Gardens held a luncheon and award ceremony April 29 to thank the efforts of the Campbellford long-term care home’s volunteers. The luncheon was one of many events held at OMNI homes as part of National Volunteer Week, April 27 to May 3.
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Residents Beverley and Lloyd Messeroll take part in Kentwood Park's couples dinner. Read Story
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Springdale best practice team works to engage all staff members
Departments more aware of residents’ health needs since committee formation
Thursday May 8, 2008
Since forming a little more than a year ago, the best practice committee at Springdale Country Manor has been successful at sharing information, say committee members. Full Story |
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New DOC makes staff empowerment top priority to strengthen team
Empowered staff members bring best care to residents, says Nancy Webb
Wednesday May 7, 2008
Nancy Webb says her goal as director of care (DOC) at Almonte Country Haven is to empower staff members to make the team as strong as possible. Empowered staff members, she adds, result in residents receiving the best possible care.
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West Lake engages residents with pet photo contest
Residents’ love of animals inspires staff member to create contest
Tuesday May 6, 2008
“This April, West Lake Terrace is Going to the Dogs.” This is the slogan the life enrichment department at West Lake Terrace used for a pet photo contest held April 30 designed to engage residents.
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Volunteers bring 'spontaneity' and 'sparkle' to residents
Pleasant Meadow Manor hosts appreciation luncheon
Monday May 5, 2008
Sandra Brow says volunteers are the backbone at Pleasant Meadow Manor bringing spontaneity and sparkle to residents. Full Story |
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