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Continue to Move Forward... Collectively
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We are continuing to move forward on a number of fronts in spite of significant challenges, which actually is a challenge in itself! Labour crisis and staff shortages have dominated the headlines about nursing homes over the last year, so we need to be mindful not to let this define us and continue to find ways to advance. We are working to finding a path forward on these critical topics that we hope will bring resolution in the months ahead, and are considering how to support our workforce cultures, and human resource development in 2020. The new year will also bring a new strategic plan for NBANH and we look forward to engaging members during this development process on many topics.
I want to recognise the collective leadership shown by this sector over the past several months, and thank you all for your inspiring work.
Thanks for reading,
Jodi Hall
NBANH
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YOUR SUCCESS STORIES
Planetree International Awards Nashwaak Villa it's Highest Level of Achievement for Excellence in Person-Centered Care
Nashwaak Villa has been awarded Gold Certification for Excellence in Person-Centered Careby Planetree International. This Person-Centered Care Certification® recognizes the organization's achievement and innovation in the delivery of person-centered care. One of only 5 organizations in Canada and 93 organizations worldwide, Nashwaak Villa has proven to be small but mighty in becoming the smallest continuing care organization in the world to earn this prestigious award.
Gold Certification for Excellence in Person-Centered Care represents the highest level of achievement in person-centered care, based on evidence and standards. Person-centered healthcare prioritizes the active participation of patients, residents, and their families throughout the healthcare process with an emphasis on partnership, compassion, transparency, inclusion, and quality.
"The innovative vision of a culture of Person Centred Care set forth and supported by our board of directors in 2016, as well as the depth of commitment and passion of our wonderful staff team in their work toward meaningful culture change and the achievement of this world-class certification cannot be adequately captured in words," said Daphne Noonan, Executive Director of Nashwaak Villa. "Receiving the honor of Gold Certification in Person Centred- Care from Planetree signifies that we have met our collective goal of establishing a culture in our home which not only supports world -class care, but the active engagement of everyone within our organization, from our beautiful residents and their care partners, to our staff, volunteers and community partners. All of this culminates in a feeling of absolute magic and positivity, where people are thriving and happy to be a part of our Nashwaak Villa community. I could not be more proud and fortunate to lead this wonderful organization."
In the picture: Residents and Summer Campers of Nashwaak Villa visiting a local farm together.
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The Canadian Association for Long-Term Care
Welcomes Jodi Hall as the new Board Chair
The Canadian Association for Long-Term Care (CALTC) is pleased to announce our new Board Chair, Jodi Hall. Jodi Hall takes on the role of Chair after 8 years serving on the CALTC Board and, most recently, as Vice Chair in 2018/2019.
"I am excited to take on thi
s new
leadership
role as Chair of the Board, and to continue
advocating for seniors living in long-term care
," says Hall. "I am committed to promoting
best practices in long-term care and look forward to advocating for seniors in the lead up to this federal election and collaborating
with the next government."
The Canadian Association for Long-Term Care is a national organization comprised of provincial associations and long-term care providers that deliver publicly funded health care services for seniors across Canada. CALTC members also represent care providers responsible for the employment of Canadians that deliver quality care to Canada's most vulnerable residents each day. Our purpose is to share information, insights and best practices on current and emerging long-term care issues, collaborate to address challenges and opportunities that impact long-term care, and to advocate on issues that have broad impact on participating associations, seniors, and their families. Learn more at www.caltc.ca.
In the picture: Members of the CALTC team met Hon. Wayne Easter (Liberal MP, Malpeque, PEI) in Ottawa in February 2019.
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 Nursing Homes Without Walls
Helping Seniors Stay at Home
Westford Nursing Home
The pilot project 'Nursing Home Without Walls' initiative is under the direction of the Centre for Research on Aging through Suzanne Dupuis-Blanchard at the University de Moncton. A Senior Navigator and Assistant have been hired and are working out Port Elgin to provide outreach to seniors over 60 in the rural area east of Sackville to the Nova Scotia border and from Shemogue to Cape Tormentine.
Under the mandate seniors living in their existing residence will be approached to
identify what support services they require. Services could range from a support
worker to help with housekeeping, foot care visit, transportation assistance, or a
meal service, as well as many other needs. The local office will link the senior to
the appropriate service and follow up to ensure that their need has been
addressed.
Socialization of seniors is important in their aging and rural seniors tend to be isolated, so efforts will be made to help seniors to attend social events which will also include healthy living advice.
A telephone service is also planned to call seniors living in the rural area, to
ensure they are doing fine. This will be particularly helpful during the winter
months.
Volunteers will be recruited to participate in the project and to help spread the word regarding the new service available for seniors.
In the picture from left to right: Terissa Salmon (Senior's Navigator Assistant Nursing Homes Without Walls), Pam Van Egmond (Senior's Navigator Nursing Homes Without Walls) , and Patricia Harrington (Executive Director of Westford Nursing Homes).
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Back to Work
Please note that Mélanie Martin, Assistant Director, Wellness and Membership Services has returned from her maternity leave. Melanie will be happy to help you with any questions regarding NBANH's workplace wellness program, Assumption Life's benefits program, mental health programs and training, and more. The recruitment and retention strategy is also a key topic for Mélanie.
Do not hesitate to contact Mélanie either by phone 460.6262 or by email at mmartin@nbanh.com.
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PROJECTS & INITIATIVES
Recruitment and Retention Update
As mentioned during the Administration Group meeting, we are developing a francophone recruitment stream by partnering with key organizations and seeking participation in career fairs. We are planning to engage candidates in France and Belgium through the Destination Canada Forum, which is an annual recruitment event organized by the Government of Canada in Paris and Brussels, happening from November 15th to 19th, 2019.
Stay tuned for a recruitment and retention memo being prepared as a follow up to the questions and comments shared during the Administration Group meeting in October.
If you need more information about the Recruitment and Retention Initiatives, please communicate with Sergio Silva, Recruitment and Retention Coordinator, by email at
ssilva@nbanh.com
or by calling the NBANH Office at (506) 460-6262.
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EVENTS
Administration Group Meeting
Stay tunes for a survey with respect to your preferences to these meetings as noted during the Fall Administration Group meeting.
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f you have any questions or concerns, please contact George Cormier, President of the Administration Group, by email at dgfsa@nb.aibn.com or by calling Foyer Saint-Antoine at (506) 525-4040 ext.142.
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UPCOMING EDUCATION
John McKendy Memorial Lecture
 The End of the Story? A narrative openness in life and death.
Dr. Bill Randall will use the concept of Narrative Openness to entertain alternative, and ultimately enticing, ways of storying the so-called end of life.
When: November 7th at 7 pm
Where: STU campus, BMH 101
No registraton fee. All are welcome!
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Food Safety Training
Basic.fst Certification
CCNB - Dieppe Campus
To share with your employees.
BASICS.fst is a course in food safety that is recognized nationally and also by the New Brunswick Health Department, which is required to support the settlement of New Brunswick 2009-138 on food premises, made under the Public Health Act (OC 2009- 457).
This course is designed specifically to meet food safety requirements to be followed by food handlers throughout Canada.
English Session: Saturday, November 23
French Session: Saturday, October 26
Cost: $125 includes text book, exam fee & national certificaiton)
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FROM OUR PARTNERS
Local Deepening Community Initiative
Collaborative for Healthy Aging and Care
The Collaborative for Healthy Aging and Care, in partnership with the Tamarack Institute, will be hosting a Local Deepening Community Initiative (LDCI) here in New Brunswick!
The
Local Deepening Community Initiative
is an opportunity to engage a diverse cross-section of citizens to craft a shared vision for the future of their community. The 6-step action learning project is designed to be led by the community and to facilitate authentic citizen and community engagement. Local teams host community conversations and utilize tools to capture data and identify assets and priorities.
The Collaborative for Healthy Aging and Care is excited to bring this to New Brunswick, as we are the first group from the Maritimes to engage in the initiative! We are excited to announce that three New Brunswick nursing homes leading their own LDCI, in their local communities.
- Forest Dale Home in Riverside-Albert
- Foyer Assomption in Rogersville
- Central New Brunswick Nursing Home in Boiestown
We are thrilled to have these homes leading the project and can't wait to see what different type of conversations and action that come out each unique community.
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Johnson Insurance
Employees of NBANH Member Organizations get preferred rates plus exclusive offers on home and car insurance through Johnson.
For details and your quote: 1-877-742-7490 or click
https://www1.johnson.ca/.
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If you have any stories you would like to share with the sector, please communicate with Melanie Eva by
email.
If you have any questions, comments, or submission ideas, please forward them to Melanie Eva by
e-mail or by phone (460-6262).
Sincerely,
Jodi and the NBANH Team
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