Delanie Bosimer (left) Heather St.Pierre RPN Thamesview Family Health Team (centre)
Abby VanDeHogen (right)
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Students of the St. Vincent School were given $25.00 each part of the Kingdom Assignment to use that money to make a difference in someones life. Abby Van DeHogen, and Delanie Boismeir decided to make kits with bath bombs and body scrubs and sell them. The money raised was $120.00. Thamesview Family Health Team received a $60.00 donation towards the mental health program, and $60.00 to the Childrens Treatment Centre. You are all so inspiring and amazing and will be helping so many people in our community. You are the future and are showing us what you have in store for us. You students are an example for hundreds of people in our community.
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What has Our Occupational Therapist been up to Lately?
Recently Thamesview Family Health Team's Occupational Therapist, Jennifer Krieger in partnership with the YMCA did a presentation on "The Truth About Concussion' Symptoms assessment, treatment. Prevention is key.
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Thamesview Family Health Team
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Krista Parker
Nurse Practitioner
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Nathan Ing
Pharmacy Student
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Alison Berzins
Medical Student
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Emily Burns
UCC Highschool Co op Student
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Andrea Wathy
Social Work Student
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Emma Bechard
Ecole Secondaire de Pain Court Co Op student
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Tip of the Month:
T
ake cat naps
It’s proven that naps are not just good for toddlers but for people of all ages. A study revealed people who take naps are 37% less likely to die from heart disease.
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Meditation Apps
* Gratitude Garden
* Calm
* Take a Break
* The Honest Guys Meditation
* 365 Gratitude
* Art of Affirmation
* Insight Timer
* Pacifica
*Atmosphere
*Mindshift
*Headspace
*Happime
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Short Videos
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Playing for Change
*Ted Talks on Depression, Anxiety, Bereavement
*Fake it till you make it - Amy Cuddy
*The Power of Vulnerability by Brene Brown
*Mindfulness Bell
*"5 Minutes Meditation"
*Goalcast videos for Inspiration/motivation
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April Administrative Day
Behind every successful team there is an efficient Administrative Professional. Thank you for all your hard work !
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Jocelyn Vandershot Van Herk, MSW
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April Volunteer Week
“Celebrate the Value of Volunteering – building confidence, competence, connections and community”
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Cathy Lanigan Health Promotions Coordinator and Rebecca Whiting, Respiratory Therapist, and Clinical Lead are Co-Chairs for the
Patient Advisory Committee
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Absent:
Members of the Patient Advisory Committee
Cathy McAllister, Dee Meurkes, Melynda Hills, Liddy Krieger, Anita Pudwell, Beth Bushey, Shirley Gordon, Tracy O'Reilly
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Bill Holling
, Patient Advisory Committee and Quality Improvement Committee
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Dennis Kuz
, Patient Advisory Committee
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Helen Kehoe
, Patient Advisory Committee
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Sandra Cosbey
, Patient Advisory Committee
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Janis Taylor
, Flu Clinics, Special Projects
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The Starfish Story: one step towards changing the world
Once upon a time, there was an old man who used to go to the ocean to do his writing. He had a habit of walking on the beach every morning before he began his work. Early one morning, he was walking along the shore after a big storm had passed and found the vast beach littered with starfish as far as the eye could see, stretching in both directions.
Off in the distance, the old man noticed a small boy approaching. As the boy walked, he paused every so often and as he grew closer, the man could see that he was occasionally bending down to pick up an object and throw it into the sea. The boy came closer still and the man called out, “Good morning! May I ask what it is that you are doing?”
The young boy paused, looked up, and replied “Throwing starfish into the ocean. The tide has washed them up onto the beach and they can’t return to the sea by themselves,” the youth replied. “When the sun gets high, they will die, unless I throw them back into the water.”
The old man replied, “But there must be tens of thousands of starfish on this beach. I’m afraid you won’t really be able to make much of a difference.”
The boy bent down, picked up yet another starfish and threw it as far as he could into the ocean. Then he turned, smiled and said, “It made a difference to that one!”
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Nurse Practitioner Corner
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What our Social Worker, Dietition and FHT Registed Nurse have been up to.
On April 20, 2018 a workshop was held at the Chatham Kent Secondary School for grade nine students and their parents.
Jocelyn VanHerk, MSW presented on the topic
Get Your Happy On! speaks to a variety of resources, which aim to increase the quality of ones daily living experiences. The suggested ideas and resources offered are accessible within ourselves, meaning that through awareness we can have control over how we feel. Learning how to apply these practices into our lives is further explored throughout the presentation.
Coraine Wray, RD
presented on the topic
-Teen health and basic nutrition. Vitamins and minerals in the different food groups. Nutrition for the athletes, when competiting. Pre- games meals and post game meals. The importance of staying hydrated, and sport drinks, fluid needs and types. Food safety, not to skip meals
Kerri Wood, RN presented on the topic -
Discussed stresses that grade nine students encounter.
Fitness as a way to manage stress and improve self image. Body image and perception of ourselves.
Fighting stereotype of exercise and nutrition being a means to look a certain way – instead thinking of nutrition and exercise as tools to create a healthy body and mind.
The student participated in circuits and body weight exercises and received a handout with easy exercise ideas that they can use. Also reflective work/journaling – positive self talk and motivational mantras.
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Break buddies
How to take this break
Some of us need a gentle (or not so gentle) push to get away from our desks for regular breaks. Work with a buddy or partner in your office to be accountable for each other's breaks throughout the week.
Why this counts -
Relaxing
By incorporating relaxation into your life, you can drastically reduce the stress levels in the body and improve both your physical and mental health.
Ideas for this activity were contributed by
Great-West Life Centre for Mental Health in the Workplace.
TakeYourBreak activities should be approved by your employer/leader prior to initiating them. TakeYourBreak activities are provided for general information only and are not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your physician or appropriate health care provider with respect to your particular circumstances.
This message was sent by MediResource Inc. on behalf of:
G
o the distance
60 Osborne Street North Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 1V3
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Snack Idea Meal Idea
Are you caught in a rut? Winter is over, spring is here. Below is a recipe using eggplant to make a dip. Who knew that eggplant could be so versatile, try the recipe below, you might just like it. You kids and other family members too.
Sweet and Salty Salsa with Feta
4 to 6 servings
http://www.cookspiration.com/recipe.aspx?perma=cueEQvOAW6Y&g=32
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Allergic Rhinitis
As we welcome the warm weather with open arms, there are a few people out there that would rather shut the doors: our allergy sufferers. In fact, 10-30% of people suffer from seasonal allergies or more appropriately, allergic rhinitis. The most common symptoms include a runny nose and sneezing, but some people may also experience itchy or watery eyes, itchy throat, ear fullness and popping, and a feeling of pressure over their cheeks and forehead that can greatly affect their quality of life.
The best treatment for allergic rhinitis is prevention! Keep your windows of your house and car closed, don’t dry your clothes outside, change the cycle of the A/C to recirculate indoor air or if pollen is your problem bathe and wash your hair after you come inside to avoid contaminating your bedding and/or monitor pollen weather reports.
Unfortunately even when we try out best, symptoms can still occur. If symptoms are not troublesome and they don’t impair in daily activities or sleep, it is considered mild allergic rhinitis and can be treated with OTC second generation antihistamines such as cetirizine. If the symptoms are troublesome or their impair activities or sleep, it is considered moderate to severe allergic rhinitis and can be treated with intranasal steroids. Regardless symptom severity, a saline nasal rinse may be helpful to flush out the allergens and reduce congestion.
If you can predict when your symptoms are going to start, it is best to start treatments before you are exposed. For example, if you know every May you get allergic rhinitis, it may be best to start treatments now! Sounds like you? Talk to your TFHT members today!
Katie Pacuta
Pharmacy Student
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ASTHMA CONTROL
Reasons For Quitting Smoking
What are your reasons for quitting smoking? Write them down. Do you want to quit cold turkey or cut down a bit at a time? Whatever your reasons or methods for quitting, your
environment, behaviour and biology
all play a role in determining how successful you are going to be.
Environment
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Make your home smoke-free before you quit. If you go outside to smoke, it will help you start changing some of your routines. This is an important first step in changing any behavior.
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If you can’t make your entire home smoke-free, limit your smoking to one room only.
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ake your vehicle smoke- free. This might be an important part of your smoking routine.
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Eliminate any triggers or reminders of smoking from your home by removing ashtrays, lighters, and matches.
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Tell your friends and family you are planning to quit.
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Do you live with a smoker? Will they quit smoking as well? If not, ask them not to smoke in the house or around you.
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Do you work with someone who smokes? How will you plan your day if you usually take ‘smoke breaks’ with them?
Behaviour
There are some things you can do to change your behavior to support your quitting.
Before you quit:
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Track your smoking. Record every cigarette you smoke, when you smoke, how you feel when you smoke and what you are doing at the time. This will give you a picture of your pattern of smoking and help you identify some of your most challenging cigarettes – the harder ones to give up.
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Before you light up, ask yourself, “How much do I really need this cigarette?” Sometimes people smoke because it’s an automatic behaviour. If you stop and ask yourself this question, it may identify which cigarettes you smoke out of habit and which ones you smoke because you are in withdrawal.
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Early detection of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is key to successful treatment. If you experience any of these symptoms, or think you might be at risk for COPD, it is important to discuss this with your doctor.
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Don't forget that you can book your patients into the FHT Nursing Services to help lighten the load and also provide same day service for the following...
- Blood Pressure Check
- Ear Syringe
- Injections
- Vaccination
- Weight Check
- Stitch Removal
- Dressing Change
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The road to success is always under construction
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DID YOU KNOW...........
We now have free Wi-Fi .
Find THFT-guest on your Wi-fi, select and agree to terms and conditions. No password is required.
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Join Our Team,
Thamesview Family Health Team
Will Ride the Big Bike for Heart and Stroke Thursday May 17, 2018.
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Brain Teasers
Same Word Spelled Backwards
1.Put a stopper into something ______
Swallow loudly ______
2.Eight-sided traffic sign _____
Cooking containers _____
3.Shake your head in agreement _____
Man's name _____
4.Not the whole thing _____
Device to capture an animal _____
5.Warm and cozy _____
Rifles and revolvers _____
6.Trade one thing for something else _____
Animals feet _____
7.Sticky black material _____
Small rodent_____
8.A dresser compartment_______
Money promised if something is returned _____
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ANSWERS: Same Word Spelled Backwards
1.Plug/Gulp 2. Stop/Pots 3. Nod/Don
4.Part/Trap 5.Snug/guns 6.Swap/Paws
7.Tar/Rat 8.Drawer/Reward
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Check out our website for a complete list of programs and services.
Have an idea for a new program? Barb Lather would love to hear from you!
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Dates to Remember:
- Information night: May 30, 2018 6:00pm-7:00pm for all patients to find out about our programs and services that we offer, and a quick tour of our building.
- Annual General Meeting June 27, 2018 - details to follow
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465 Grand Avenue West
Chatham, ON N7L 1C5
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(519) 354-0070 (ext. 602)
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Patient satisfaction survey
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