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2006 Archives:

December

Friday, December 22, 2006
Senior citizens deserve more time for quality care

Wednesday, December 20, 2006
More time needed to provide quality of life

Monday, December 18, 2006
Activity programming partnership brings together old friends

Friday, December 15, 2006
'Blue ocean' strategy considered by Jarlette

Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Help LTC providers meet requirements in proposed legislation - Sullivan

Monday, December 11, 2006
Commit more funds to improve care, says OLTCA executive director

Friday, December 8, 2006
Staff members wishes she could do more

Wednesday, December 6, 2006
'Bridging the Gap' inter-generational program to be featured on CTV

Friday, December 1, 2006
Committee to ready Chatham-Kent area long term care homes for possible pandemic crisis

November

Wednesday, November 29, 2006
Alzheimer research breakthroughs inspire optimism

Monday, November 27, 2006
Motion step in right direction says OLTCA executive director

Friday, November 24, 2006
House calls on government to commit to renewal funding for older homes

Wednesday, November 22, 2006
MPP takes long-term care petition to legislature

Monday, November 20, 2006
Accountability and commitment from government lacking in new Act, says Peterborough administrator

Friday, November 17, 2006
Staffer in C-class home says LTC Act looks like 'over-governing'

Wednesday, November 15, 2006
‘That’s just not good enough for our residents’

Monday, November 13, 2006
'Bridging the Gap' committee working to improve health service coordination in Windsor region

Friday, November 10, 2006
Integration efforts under way in Sudbury

Monday, November 6, 2006
Partnership between hospital and home supports residents

Friday, November 3, 2006
Committee developing creative solutions for hospital bed shortages in London area

Wednesday, November 1, 2006
Committee develops strategies to improve complex and long term care in London region

October

Monday, October 30, 2006
Palliative care cart an extra comfort for families

Wednesday, October 25, 2006
Listening a critical component in care-giving

Monday, October 23, 2006
New LTC beds to ease burden on Kingston-area hospitals

Wednesday, October 18, 2006
Partnership promotes gentle dementia care program

Monday, October 16, 2006
Nursing home turns fall fair into community event

Friday, October 13, 2006
Conference to help develop 'culture of learning' around dementia

Wednesday, October 11, 2006
Jarlette PSW program expected re-launch this fall

Friday, October 6, 2006
Accessible e-learning module a benefit to new graduates

Wednesday, October 4, 2006
South East LHIN looking for governance team candidates

Monday, October 2, 2006
Simple programs often best, says Temiskaming administrator

September

Workshops aim to improve services for aging people with developmental disabilities
Friday, September 29, 2006

Resident-centred program key to Diversicare’s success: VP

Jarlette home makes environmentally-friendly changes
Monday, September 25, 2006

Diversicare chosen for ‘Order of Excellence’ award
Friday, September 22, 2006

Mississauga Halton LHIN using phone poll to ensure full regional feedback
Wednesday, September 20, 2006

Workshop in North to focus on improving medical care for elderly
Monday, September 18, 2006

Nursing e-module moves beyond intra-net
Friday, September 15, 2006

'Wake Up' program encourages responsiveness, conversation for cognitively unwell residents
Wednesday, September 13, 2006

Holistic Health Fair a gift to residents, staff
Monday, September 11, 2006

Stigmatization of seniors focus of upcoming conference
Friday, September 8, 2006


Seniors advocacy group to focus on “double stigma” at national conference
Wednesday, September 6, 2006

August

Avalon Lodge residents 'swinging for the fences'
Monday, August 28, 2006

South East LHIN releases IHSP draft
Monday, August 21, 2006

OMNI to train all staff in 'Supportive Measures' dementia management program
Monday, August 14, 2006

Avalon talent show unites family members and residents
Wednesday, August 9, 2006

July
Workshop to help caregivers practice relaxation, self-care
Monday, July 31, 2006

Committee has to define its direction, says adult day program coordinator
Monday, July 24, 2006

Housekeeper’s dedication, joyfulness honoured through award
Monday, July 17, 2006

Administrator’s research grant proposal culmination of career in long term care
Monday, July 10, 2006

Legacy Teaching Culture proponent hopes for government support
Wednesday, July 5, 2006

June

Steering committee to look at expanding complex care in London
Friday, June 30, 2006

Stroke strategies need to be re-organized for greatest impact – CSN director
Wednesday, June 28, 2006

Senior’s mental health research database knowledge tool for general public, researchers
Monday, June 26, 2006

New stroke study released
Friday, June 22, 2006

Family Council’s positive approach yields home a new garden
Wednesday, June 21, 2006

Coalition releases guidelines on seniors and mental health
Friday, June 16, 2006

'How would you change the health care system?'
Wednesday, June 14, 2006

Project Work Team to advise LHIN on services plan
Monday, June 12, 2006

Task force proposes LHIN staff position dedicated to seniors
Friday, June 9, 2006

Palliative Care Network an example of integration - director
Wednesday, June 7, 2006

DSWs could help with changing demographics in long term care: advocate
Monday, June 5, 2006

'Legacy Teaching Culture' project proposal nearing completion
Friday, June 2, 2006

May

Long-term care involvement in LHIN ‘critical’
Wednesday, May 31, 2006

Administrator chosen to help LHIN develop services plan
Monday, May 29, 2006

Nurse turnover common problem for home in remote community
Friday, May 26, 2006

Temiskaming Lodge rolls out red carpet for long-time volunteers
Wednesday, May 24, 2006

Survey reveals complexity and diversity in long term care Toronto Central LHIN
Friday, May 19, 2006

Administrator team to identify issues in LTC provision in North East LHIN
Wednesday, May 17, 2006

South East LHIN engagement meetings to begin end of May
Monday, May 15, 2006

Provider sees LHINs as an opportunity
Friday, May 12, 2006

LTC needs to move beyond reactive position: LHIN Lead
Wednesday May 10, 2006

Staff offer assistance for home’s relocation effort
Monday, May 8, 2006

Musician develops CDs to support people through end
of life journey
Friday, May 5, 2006

Sashay to showcase new clothing lines
Wednesday, May 3, 2006

South East LHIN meeting held to discuss changes to health care
Monday, May 1, 2006

April

Quilting bee invokes memories, gathers home’s community
Friday, April 28, 2006

Solutions to staff shortages must begin at source: administrator
Wednesday, April 26, 2006

Increased care time for new demographic a challenge
Monday, April 24, 2006

Christie Gardens embraces accreditation model that focuses on person-directed care
Friday, April 21, 2006

Administrators offer practical solutions at South West LHIN meeting
Wednesday, April 19, 2006

Formal mechanism needed to address issues within LHIN: Morden
Wednesday, April 12, 2006

Home’s altered care strategy to coincide with opening of new wing
Monday, April 10, 2006

Caregiver support helps family member come to terms with Alzheimer disease
Friday, April 7, 2006

Increased education, support key to managing dementia
Wednesday, April 5, 2006

Staff, residents and families gather for appeal to government
Monday, April 3, 2006

March

Ottawa home will deliver petition to MPP Norm Sterling today
Friday, March 31, 2006

Partnership between Alzheimer Society, Meadow Park Chatham celebrated
Wednesday, March 26, 2006

Providers in Southwest LHIN work together on key issues
Monday, March 27, 2006

Staff focus group, survey to help shape 'Legacy Teaching Culture' initiative
Friday, March 3, 2006

Local health providers organizing to work with LHIN
Wednesday, March 1, 2006

February

Honouring different cultures a matter of ‘respect’
Monday, February 27, 2006

“Bridging the Gap” with stories, empathy
Friday, February 24, 2006

Community development through creative linkages
Monday, February 20, 2006

Caregiver recognition week honours frontline
Friday, February 17, 2006

“Adopt a Grandparent” bridges age differences, reduces social isolation
Monday, February 13, 2006

“Enchantment” initiative already changing home
Friday, February 10, 2006

No specific approach for dementia in long-term care
Wednesday, February 8, 2006

Family engagement sessions help home determine key resident issues
Monday, February 6, 2006

Northeastern regional coordinator “thrilled” to be part of nursing initiative
Friday, February 3, 2006

Best practice initiative complements home's nursing strategy
Wednesday, February 1, 2006

January

Relationship between hospital, nursing home makes for smooth evacuation
Monday, January 30, 2006

Resident’s joie de vivre inspired administrator’s re- valuation of long term care
Friday, January 27, 2006

Arnprior hospital and long term care home in close relationship
Wednesday, January 25, 2006

Residents discovering their “happy hands”
Monday, January 23, 2006

Stroke network initiatives span care continuum in 2006
Friday, January 20, 2006

Arnprior hospital, nursing home share resources
Wednesday, January 18, 2006

Initiative to share best practice nursing guidelines in long term care
Monday, January 16, 2006

Meadow Park administrator hopes new initiative will deepen respect for elderly
Friday, January 13, 2006

New software available to track residents’ participation in activities
Wednesday, January 11, 2006

Restoring resident energy flow with “Therapeutic Touch”
Monday, January 9, 2006

Community engagement process guiding LHIN
Friday, Janary 6, 2006

Music therapist revels in reaching non-responsive residents
Wednesday, January 4, 2006

2005 Archives:

December

Wednesday, December 21, 2005
Offering comfort through massage, song

Monday, December 19, 2005
Partnerships help Sarnia home lower hospital transfer rate

Friday, December 16, 2005
Long-term care homes take part in own version of ‘The Amazing Race’

Wednesday, December 14, 2005
Tree decorating with loved ones marks the season


Monday, December 12, 2005
Traditions new and old mark Christmas at Extendicare Falconbridge

Wednesday, December 7, 2005
Partnerships and enhanced services transform Cooper Terrace in 2005: administrator

December 5, 2005
Queens Garden day care program socializing pre-schoolers to seniors: supervisor

December 2, 2005
Balancing individual and group rights with ethics committee

November

November 30, 2005
Partnerships, self-advocacy transforming Delhi home

November 28, 2005
Residents to woodwork their worries away

November 25, 2005
Local providers jump-start health care transformation

November 23, 2005
Link with Alzheimer Society educating families, staff

November 21, 2005
Networks in the north improve access to services

November 18, 2005
Extendicare home to offer specialized Parkinson clinic

November 16, 2005
New community partnership built through Meadow Park accreditation focus group

November 14, 2005
Partnership provides 'safety net' for dealing with dementia-related agitation

November 11, 2005
Extendicare Bayview embraces Jewish community

November 9, 2005
Six homes organize common Remembrance Day ceremony

November 7, 2005
LTC committee addressing gaps in health care provision for nursing home residents in Sudbury

November 4, 2005
LTC home staff trained to provide dialysis treatments

November 2, 2005
Erin Meadows experimenting with housing younger, disabled clients in long term care setting

October

October 31, 2005
Extendicare offers on-site dialysis for resident

October 28, 2005
Mock evacuation draws on community partnerships

October 26, 2005
Unique partnership beneficial to seniors, children: programs consultant

October 24, 2005
Family ties strong for Kanata long-term care home resident

Friday, October 21, 2005
LTC home looks to be part of Norfolk County revitalization process

October 19, 2005
Partnership between Alexander Place and Ontario Early Years proves beneficial to residents

October 17, 2005
'Enchantment' program to honour residents’ legacies

October 14, 2005
Frost Manor volunteers honoured for their dedication

October 12, 2005
Making lunch, stirring memories at Extendicare Kirkland Lake

October 7, 2005
Consultant works to ensure bully-free long term care sector

October 5, 2005
RN sees many changes over three decades in long-term care

October 3, 2005
Finding cultural balance at Sherwood Park Place

September

September 30, 2005
“Simple act of touch can be therapeutic”

September 28, 2005
Music therapy plays central role in Heron Terrace programming

September 26, 2005
Thorntonview hoping to expand dementia care

September 23, 2005
Little extras make residents feel special: health care aide

September 22, 2005
'If I am going to die, I am going to die on a motorcycle'

September 19, 2005
Public knowledge of Snoezelen benefits still too minimal, says restorative care aide

Friday, September 16, 2005
Lindsay LTC homes team up for overnight trip

Wednesday, September 14, 2005
Aquarium new feature of Afton Park Place’s pet therapy

Monday, September 12, 2005
Health care aide’s work tough, but rewarding


Friday, September 9, 2005
Relief effort for displaced nursing home residents underway


Wednesday, September 7, 2005
'Sit ‘N’ Dance' therapeutic on many levels: activation coordinator

Friday, September 2, 2005
RegencyCare to join “Weekend to end breast cancer” walk


August

Monday, August 29, 2005
Woodhaven residents close to halting bus depot development


Monday, August 22, 2005
Butterfly hatching program inspired by yearly drive home

Monday, August 15, 2005
Hamilton long term care home to launch aboriginal wing

August 8, 2005
Muskoka Landing celebrating second annual Senior’s Olympics

August 3, 2005
Buzz growing over resident-inspired ‘Coffee Club’ at Meadow Park Chatham

July

July 25, 2005
Grandfather’s wish becomes career

July 18, 2005
Caribbean wing part of overhaul at Yorkview Lifecare

July 11, 2005
Interior landscape transformed

July 4, 2005
RegencyCare care philosophy acknowledged

June

June 29, 2005
Alternative therapies key part of Brantford's Versa-Care

June 27, 2005
Woodland creates room with 1950s decor

June 24, 2005
Home holds holistic fair for Open Doors

June 22, 2005
Putting kindness into action in Chatham

June 20, 2005
Fairvern participates in MDS pilot program

June 17, 2005
New system to improve medication safety

June 15, 2005
Muskoka Landing resident makes a wish, takes a gamble

June 13, 2005
Long-time care provider witness to many changes

June 10, 2005
Aurora Resthaven celebrates new wing, improved care

June 8, 2005
Open Doors gains momentum during Seniors Month

June 6, 2005
Leamington residence celebrates history with Open Doors

June 3, 2005
Opening doors and opening minds

June 1, 2005
Celebrating the Knights at Meadow Park

May

May 25, 2005
Barrie community can find out about life at Coleman

May 20, 2005
Residents love furry and winged companions at Riverside

May 18, 2005
Long-term care employees 'everyday heroes'

May 16, 2005
Mathew sees role for ombudsman in long-term care

May 13. 2005
Mathew sees role for ombudsman in long-term care

May 11, 2005
Long-term care, retirement homes ‘Open Doors’

May 9, 2005
Afton Park Place receives health and safety award

May 6, 2005
Tendercare advisory board, centre appoints ombudsman

May 4, 2005
Three facilities unite to honour volunteers

May 2, 2005
Taking a walk through the eyes of a resident

April

April 29, 2005
Assuring a place for the marginalized through LHINS

April 27, 2005
Couples get new lease on life at Groves Park

April 25, 2005
Hardy Terrace gives incentive for kids to visit

April 22, 2005
Super Walk for MS a super success at Tansley Woods

April 20, 2005
Super Walk for MS a super success at Tansley Woods

April 18, 2005
Residents cook up a storm of great memories

April 15, 2005
Spring Fling is a spring tonic at Leacock Care Centre

April 13, 2005
Staff appreciation week is a celebration in top notch care

April 11, 2005
Placing husband in home was an act of love

April 8, 2005
Bringing the MS walk home at Tansley Woods

April 6, 2005
Family uses diary to communicate father’s condition

April 4, 2005
Flax flour success prompts Alexandria to try natural remedy

April 1, 2005
Long-term care home brings back memories of Ireland

March

March 30, 2005
Home helps family do what they couldn't do alone

March 28, 2005
Visit facilities before making decision: family member

March 23, 2005
MPP gets a taste of Pub Night at Erin Meadows

March 21, 2005
Residents cook up good food and warm memories

March 18, 2005
Magical evening brings warmth to a home in the north

March 16, 2005
Relaxation program is a 'snooze'

March 14, 2005
Residents saved by the light

March 11, 2005
Residents partake in hockey night in Sarnia

March 9, 2005
Community-minded 100 year-old still going strong

March 7, 2005
Gentle touch soothes residents with sundown syndrome

March 4, 2005
Reflexology helps residents find peace and relaxation

March 2, 2005
Soup making stimulates memory, exercises fine motor skills: LEC

February

February 28, 2005
Braemar prepares for OLTCA campaign

February 25, 2005
Couple renews vows after 61 years

February 23, 2005
Directors anticipate benefits of horticultural therapy for residents

February 21, 2005
Massage therapist partners with long-term care home to offer services

February 18, 2005
Man's last dance a memorable one

February 16, 2005
Sunshine Day lifts winter blahs at Villa Care Centre

February 14, 2005
Valentine’s Day cafe at Leacock brings 14 couples together

February 11, 2005
Fishing trip program a real catch at Tufford Nursing Home

February 9, 2005
Southampton Care Centre hosts sweethearts' luncheon

February 7, 2005
Residents make their own lunches at Fiddick's

February 4, 2005
Golden Years’ residents love their 'Country Boys' and theme days

February 2, 2005
Long-term care residents compete in race across Canada

January

January 31, 2005
Food programs at Meaford facility popular with residents: co-ordinator

January 28, 2005
Memorial tree honours loved ones, supports resident programs

January 26, 2005
Spreading some good news about Alzheimer's

January 24, 2005
Sweet Scents a favourite at Caressant Care Lindsay

January 21, 2005
Pet therapy a favourite activity among Hamilton residents

January 19, 2005
Drum Circle resonates with residents at Grace Villa

January 17, 2005
Barbara's garden 'a blessing to all involved'

January 14, 2005
Pet visits spark smiles and hook old memories at Alexander Place

January 12, 2005
Wikwemikong Nursing Home will concentrate on Province’s new standards in 2005

January 10, 2005
Kensington Gardens pursues excellence classification

January 7, 2005
Care centre puts high value on community partnerships

January 5, 2005
Leisure World Creedan Valley to expand rehab services in 2005

2004 Archives:

December

December 22, 2004
Biggest turnout ever at Algonquin home's party

December 20, 2004
Community helps Wellington residents celebrate Christmas

December 17, 2004
Wildwood residents get in the Christmas spirit with open house, lights tour

December 15, 2004
Not your average day
Mrs. Canada visits Meadow Park in London

December 13, 2004
Crescent Park Lodge generates holiday excitement for residents

December 10, 2004
Caressant Care Arthur is ready for holiday with bells on

December 8, 2004
Brouillette Manor copes with flu outbreak, lockdown

December 6, 2004
Alexandria nursing home partying this December

December 3, 2004
Pub night at Waterdown facility a hit with ‘Elvis’ and ‘Patsy Cline’

December 1, 2004
Northview Nursing Home makes plans for carollers, Santa

November

November 29, 2004
Province’s new couples focus in long-term care a regular occurrence for Creemore facility

November 26, 2004
New law aimed at making it easier for couples to live in same long-term care home

November 24, 2004
O’Neill Centre bridal event exceeds expectations: programs manager

November 22, 2004
RN says flu has never hit three-year old facility

November 19, 2004
Island status no help at flu season: Administrator

November 17, 2004
Small Watford facility ready with 24-hour RN coverage

November 15, 2004
Administrator says new funding will go to front-line care

November 12, 2004
Cannington long-term care home waits for direction on nursing rule

November 10, 2004
Country Terrace says accountabilities should be outcome focused

November 8, 2004
New registered staff hours added in Sudbury, St. Jacob’s facilities

November 5, 2004
Administrator says more front line hours added with new money

November 3, 2004
Extendicare Lakefield waiting to hire

November 1, 2004
Kensington increases staff in many departments with government funding

October

October 29, 2004
Yee Hong uses government funding to hire staff, educator

October 27, 2004
Premier, Health minister help open Toronto long-term care facility

October 25, 2004
Fiddick’s Nursing Home proud of its homespun approach to care

October 22, 2004
Friendly Manor has strong staff-resident compliance rate for flu vaccine

October 20, 2004
Richmond Terrace ready for influenza season

October 18, 2004
Palliative care, dementia support best practices at Bay Ridges: Administrator

October 15, 2004
Granite Ridge volunteers
'bring outside world in'

October 13, 2004
Groves Park Lodge knows how to make people feel at home

October 8, 2004
New long-term care facility has innovative design

October 6, 2004
Bloomington Cove’s history gathering helps put residents first

October 4, 2004
Extendicare York, area schools make connections

October 1, 2004
'Gentle Care' approach a success story at Hamilton Continuing Care

September

September 29, 2004
Bay Haven care conferences example of resident-focused care: Assistant DOC

September 27, 2004
Extendicare Peterborough residents returning home in a week

September 22, 2004
Facility’s best practices include regular equipment checks, personalized meals

September 20, 2004
District health council recommends temporary facility be made permanent in Thunder Bay

September 17, 2004
‘We Are The World’ theme brings diversity, fun to Eden House

September 15, 2004
Chatty cockatoo makes huge impact on residents

September 13, 2004
'Five-Star Dining' brightens atmosphere at Algonquin

September 10, 2004
Province announces health teams to augment LTC

September 8, 2004
The Westmount leads the way with duet-bikes, home-like environment and end-of-life care

August

August 30, 2004
Long-term care, hospicehave strong relationship: Provincial group

August 23, 2004
Skin care program puts Forest Hill on map

August 16, 2004
Diabetes Tool Kit for seniors launched across Canada

August 8, 2004
One hundred years young

August 3, 2004
Leisureworld home connects with Italian community

July

July 26, 2004
Extendicare Peterborough anxious to have residents home again

July 19, 2004
Here come the brides

July 12, 2004
Extendicare Brampton invites community for fun, games

July 05, 2004
Braemar part of Wingham’s homecoming festivities

June

June 30, 2004
Duet-bike has big impact at The Westmount

June 28, 2004
Baycrest Centre system provides the right prescription

June 25, 2004
Jarlette Training Institute invests in front line with first graduating class

June 23, 2004
Couples in long-term care have their own unique challenges: administrator

June 21, 2004
Resident excited, yet nervours about move to new facility

June 18, 2004
Peterborough celebrates launch of songbook for seniors

June 16, 2004
OLTCA retreats to Niagara region

June 14, 2004
St. Joseph’s at Fleming a unique long-term care environment

June 11, 2004
Teaming up with pharmacist important in prescribing practices: Rochon

June 9, 2004
Doctor-home synergy and good frontline reporting crucial: Lester

June 7, 2004
Spirituality a 'definite' concern of seniors

June 4, 2004
Homes see positive results from philosophies of care

June 2, 2004
Homes use hands-on approach to implement philosophies

May

May 31, 2004
Flexibility key when introducing philosophies, say administrators

May 28, 2004
Philosophies organized in manuals, books, diagrams

May 26, 2004
Team develops PEARL philosophy of care

May 21, 2004
Philosophies of Care 101

May 19, 2004
Liberals’ budget responds to resident needs: OLTCA

May 17, 2004
Sensory-based activities must be individualized: staff

May 14, 2004
Therapeutic activities stimulate, soothe senses

May 12, 2004
Reminiscing is key element to many therapeutic activities

May 11, 2004
Therapeutic activities have holistic benefits

May 10, 2004
Staff shares different thoughts on theraputic activities

May 7, 2004
Mothers Day:
Reflections on Motherhood

May 5, 2004
Volunteers honoured at Manitoulin Lodge

May 3, 2004
Administrators agree with Top 5

April

April 30, 2004
Top 5 meetings with MPPs went well, say administrators

April 28, 2004
Top 2 no surprise to OLTCA ED

April 26, 2004
What makes an activity therapeutic?

April 23, 2004
More staff, more funding wanted: Campaign reveals priorities

April 21, 2004
No need for improvement at Diversicare: report card

April 19, 2004
Hudson Manor earns award for its community support

April 16, 2004
Life albums connect staff, residents

April 14, 2004
LTC home’s Alzheimer Outreach Services largest of kind in Ontario

April 12, 2004
Ah, there’s no place like home

April 7, 2004
Today’s favourite activities will have a place in future LTC homes

April 5, 2004
Future food in long-term care: Buffets, chips, pizza and spirits

April 2, 2004
Features in home help residents navigate their way around

March

March 31, 2004
Care to become more complex, say administrators

Letter:
'You have the right people working with you'

March 29, 2004
The future of volunteers: big changes in store

March 26, 2004
Classic TV shows comforting and therapeutic

March 24, 2004
The future of long-term care: Alternative healthcare will be part of everyday LTC life

March 22, 2004
Evening of Ambiance Dining at Temiskaming Lodge

March 19, 2004
OLTCA campaign for long-term care takes on new look

March 17, 2004
Great food and fun at Cruise Day

March 15, 2004
New long-term care unit to open in Sioux Lookout hospital

March 12, 2004
Baycrest’s new manual advises how to care for Holocaust survivors

March 10, 2004
A touch of the Caribbean in snowy Mattawa

March 8, 2004
A'Watchdog' mentality may be returning to long-term care?

March 5, 2004
Are changes in long-term care really in residents’ best interests?

March 3, 2004
New long-term care home perfect for couples

March 1, 2004
Marketing becoming integral to long-term care

February

February 27, 2004
Residents today have more complex needs

February 25, 2004
Unexpected change becomes key feature of new home

February 23, 2004
Staff work together to implement new residents’ wish program

February 20, 2004
Negative perceptions of long-term care still pervasive, says ED

February 18, 2004
Public demand led to improvements in LTC homes

Letter
Appreciation and thanks to staff at Meadow Park

February 16, 2004
Humour contributes to health

February 13, 2004
Learning from the past to create a better long-term care home

February 11, 2004
Reflections of love and romance

February 9, 2004
Long-term care buildings more home-like, both inside and out,
says administrator

February 6, 2004
Love is a family affair this Valentine's Day

February 4, 2004
Facilities today have more privacy, safety features: administrator/DOC

February 2, 2004
Search and rescue manual introduced to facilities

January

January 30, 2004
SARS has had big impact on visitor and staff protocols

January 28, 2004
'We tend to try and meet all of their needs'

January 26, 2004
Mobility program builds families’ comfort, involvement

January 23, 2004
Nurse recovering after holiday fire

January 19, 2004
Residents put out newsletter at Woods Park Care Centre

January 16, 2004
Society underestimates the value of education for seniors, says educator

January 14, 2004
Dozens of employees named 'Guardian Angels'

January 12, 2004
Poetry used to trigger memories, socialization

January 9, 2004
Current events are hot at The Village of Winston Park

January 7, 2004
Book club is 23 years strong at Valley Manor

January 5, 2004
Meditation program offers relaxation, evokes memories

2003 Archives:

December 22, 2003
Different cultures celebrate the season

Fire destroys nurses' home in Thunder Bay

December 19, 2003
Staff at Rosebridge Manor make Beanie Baby tree for festival

December 17, 2003
Family member wishes upon a star for resident’s trip to BC

December 15, 2003
Resident celebrates 69th anniversary in her wedding dress

December 12, 2003
Secret Santa visits residents Christmas morning

December 10, 2003
Teamwork is key to Christmas event success

December 8, 2003
Soothing spa, herbal teas part of home’s culture

December 5, 2003
Residents trek across Canada

December 3, 2003
Day trip a feast for the senses

December 1, 2003
Paris home's grand opening showcases many new features

Letter
Hilltop Manor in Merrickville receives praise from family member

November 28, 2003
Intergenerational program going strong at facility

November 26, 2003
' She looked all sparkly and beautiful,” says family member

November 24, 2003
'Mentor of the year' says team work is the real key

November 21, 2003
Special events nurture family bonds

November 19, 2003
Bloomington Cove home to residents with dementia

November 17, 2003
Rec program helps ease transition to long-term care

November 14, 2003
Power Team to the rescue in Ontario's north

November 12, 2003
Resident recalls memories of Second World War

November 10, 2003
First accreditation ever for Muskoka Landing a success

November 7, 2003
Meadow Park Chatham uses board game to train volunteers

November 5, 2003
Home partners with university to develop restorative care programs

November 1, 2003
Nipissing Manor former home to Dionne quintuplets

October 31, 2003
Fall tea fundraiser attracts 200 to Mattawa home

October 30, 2003
Teens active at Avalon Retirement Centre

October 29, 2003
Residents lend a helping hand

October 28, 2003
Pumpkin carving, Wizard of Oz event at Lawrence Centre

October 27, 2003
Former Guinness record holder lived at Nipissing Manor

October 24, 2003
Senses are soothed at Creemore home

Premier, new health and long-term care minister sworn in

October 23, 2003
Share resident’s past, make long-term care transition smoother

October 22, 2003
Children, pets and plants part of life at The Wellington

October 21, 2003
Surf, sun and smiles on Caribbean cruise

October 20, 2003
Residents feel ‘At Home’ at Shalom Village

October 17, 2003
Strength training important for balance, mobility: Kinesiologist

October 15, 2003
Residents take a stroll through nature

October 14, 2003
Residents enjoy Lithuanian culture at Etobicoke nursing home

October 10, 2003
Facility thrives as a result of resident focus

October 9, 2003
Brampton Woods rises to SARS occasion as quarantine facility

October 8, 2003
Staff treat residents as family at rural home

October 7, 2003
Finnish home connects residents and staff with their heritage

October 6, 2003
Leisureworld program empowers residents without families nearby

October 3, 2003
Heron Terrace combines long-term care, special needs beds

October 2, 2003
LTC played vital role in crisis, Sullivan tells SARS Commission

October 1, 2003
Katimavik is a hit in Huntsville nursing home

September 30, 2003
Santa visits Collingwood many times a year

September 29, 2003
All-candidates debate held at Carlingview Manor

September 26, 2003
Treating residents’ culture with care at two Etobicoke homes

September 25, 2003
Employee recognition program salutes staff at Bay Haven

September 24, 2003
SARS sparks new infection control guidelines

September 23, 2003
Long-term care met the SARS challenge

September 22, 2003
Extendicare Mississauga celebrates opening at last

September 19, 2003
Extendicare Rouge Valley 'a five-star resort'

September 18, 2003
OMNI works to grant resident’s wish to meet Oprah

September 17, 2003
Residents walk, wheel to raise Terry Fox funds in Port Hope

September 16, 2003
Popular administrator says farewell to residents, staff, community

September 15, 2003
Administrator calls for increased Alzheimer awareness in election

September 12, 2003
Central Park Lodges donate to seniors-related causes

September 11, 2003
Election talk heats up in long-term care homes

September 10, 2003
Resident attends first live wrestling event

September 9, 2003
Shalom Village drum circle popular with residents

September 8, 2003
Group drafts search-and-rescue manual for people who wander

September 5, 2003
MDS paints clearer picture of long-term care: OLTCA

September 4, 2003
Trinity journeys toward Eden

Septmber 3, 2003
Residents win the right to smoke in Huron County

September 2, 2003
Adopt-a-Gran program bridges generations

August 27, 2003
Online news program to expand communication:Sullivan