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Hello Everyone,
Spring is here (although the beautiful day on Easter Monday vs the snow on Wednesday was a bit surprising!) and we have some great things to look forward to at JMPC! As I shared in the last regular newsletter, we were successful in our grant application to build a paved walking path in our very own backyard called the "Pathway to Success"! Construction will be happening this month and we are so excited! We are hoping to add a gazebo, at least 2 benches and some large flower pots for everyone to enjoy along the path. If you are interested in donating to any of these seating elements of the project we would love to hear from you. The path will begin at the back edge of the front community garden and continue along the east side of the building toward the back, ending with a siting area under the gazebo. The path will be approximately 150 meters in length. Our hope is that we can add length to this walking path in the coming years.
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Solar Eclipse:
The Eclipse is happening on Monday April 8 and Napanee is in a perfect location! (also known as the path of totality) This is expected to start at 2:04pm and last about two and a half hours. The sun will be fully eclipsed at approximately 3:20 to 3:23pm.
We have the approved glasses here for residents as well as staff. The glasses will be distributed on Monday at lunch time. We have increased our staff numbers so that we can ensure residents who wish to participate are safe and also ensure that residents are positioned in a safe location within the Home.
A significant increase in people/traffic is expected over the weekend as people come to the area to prepare to experience the total eclipse of the sun as the moon passes between the earth and sun.
NASA is doing a live stream of the Eclipse if you are interested on Monday if you go to their website.
Here is a 4 min video on the impact of looking at the sun without the approved glasses to protect your eyes - Click HERE
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Activities Coming Up:
See below for another great reminiscing baking program featuring Mertie Jean's Lemon loaf.
We are putting together a JMPC team for this years "Walk For Alzheimer's" on May 11 2024. The walk is kicking off this year at JMPC! See poster for further details. We would love to have you sponsor our residents/staff who are participating.
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Volunteer Appreciation:
We are very happy to be celebrating our volunteers. They donate so many hours, share their talents, passions and skills that make a difference in the lives of the residents. We value their contributions and appreciate their commitment. On April 26 at 1:30, please join us in celebrating them. (poster with further details later in newsletter)
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COVID-19 Outbreak:
We remain in outbreak on Cedar Grove at this time. All staff are wearing N95 and masks with face shields. N95 masks are at the entrance to the Home area for all designated essential caregivers entering Cedar Grove.
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New Product:
NEW Dole Fru-Gel fruit juice gel is the only all natural, 100% fruit juice gel with no added sugars and no artificial sweeteners. They can help maintain hydration levels and leave you feeling refreshed. They are suitable for texture modified diets and all fluids consistencies as they don’t melt to a thin consistency like regular Jello. We are very excited to be able to provide more variety for those who require thickened fluids!
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Coffee Cups:
Effective April 15, we are moving away from disposable cups for the coffee / tea rooms. We kindly ask that you bring your own mugs when you visit. Glass mugs will also be available for those who need to use a mug as well as for our residents. We want to be good stewards of our environment and appreciate your support with this.
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If this is your first time reading our newsletter, I would encourage you to go to this link where you will find the previous newsletters should you wish to view them.
Should you ever not want to receive these newsletters, please follow the prompts on the newsletter at the bottom to unsubscribe.
Also, if you ever feel that you would prefer to not have a picture of your loved one or changed your mind and would like to have your loved one included in our Family Newsletter, please reach out to Bobbie-Joe at bblackburn@lennox-addington.on.ca or by calling ext 7224.
The next newsletter which will be in your inbox on April 26, 2024.
Chat soon,
Angela Malcolm RN
Director
County of Lennox & Addington Website: Click here.
County of Lennox & Addington Facebook: Click here.
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Infection Control (IPAC)
From the desk of
Angela Richmond RN
IPAC Lead
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Eligible residents may receive an XBB COVID-19 vaccine in Spring 2024 if it has been 6 months from the previous COVID-19 vaccine dose or known COVID-19 infection.
Angela Richmond IPAC lead along with the Team leaders will be contacting Families over the next few weeks to ensure they are updated on their COVID vaccines.
If you have any questions or would like to provide consent ahead, please reach out to Angela Richmond IPAC Lead/Assistant Manager of Nursing.
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Please feel free to contact Angela Richmond, JMPC IPAC Lead,
if you have any questions related to IPAC.
613-354-3306 Ext. 7226
arichmond@lennox-addington.on.ca
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IPAC Education for Designated Essential Caregivers | |
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IPAC Education that is required for all Designated Essential Caregivers
The Fixing Long Term Care Act states that we are required to provide specific IPAC related education to our Essential Caregivers. We also need to be able to demonstrate that we have provided the education, and that everyone has participated / received it and that it met your needs as it relates to IPAC knowledge.
Here is the YouTube link to the video prepared by Public Health that covers all the required content.
After watching the video, please complete the quiz found at the link here.
As always, we are happy to help you with this if you are struggling to access the link or would prefer to complete a hard copy.
Please speak with Colleen at reception and she will direct you accordingly.
NOTE: Click here for the form to complete if you want to be a Designated Essential Caregiver (This needs to be approved by the resident themselves or the POA )
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Thank you for sharing your story Mertie Jean
Lemon Loaves will be made by the residents on April 16 and 18 and served on the Resident Nourishment Cart by PSW’s on April 19
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Meal tickets are available (for Non-Outbreak Home Areas) from Colleen at the reception desk Monday - Friday during business hours.
You do need to book the meal that you plan to attend at least 24 hours in advance (if the meal is for the weekend, it needs to be booked by Friday at 4 pm).
You will be set up in the Gibbard Dining Room with your resident. Lunch is served at 12 pm and supper is served at 5 pm.
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Family Council has created "Coffee House" donation boxes for our hot drink areas. Please feel free to help us cover the costs of providing these hot drinks while you visit with your loved one. | |
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Menu for the week
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Here is the link to the most current menu.
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Programs for the Week
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Here is the week’s most current program schedule.
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The link (that takes you to the County website) to the program calendar and menu is updated each week for you. | |
Resident Home Areas -
Who to call when you have Questions?
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Email is not your best option.... | |
It is not recommended to utilize email if you are needing to speak to a registered staff member (Team Leader, Charge Nurse (RN or RPN).
Your best option is to call them per the numbers listed below.
You never know if a Registered staff person has vacation time, days off, or for whatever personal reasons are not on duty therefore causing an unintentional delay in responding to your question / information.
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The RPN (Charge Nurse) is a great person to connect with if you have questions related to medications, health status updates, or general resident-centered information.
This is the best person to start with.
If they are unable to answer your question, they will be able to direct you as to
where to go next.
The RN Team Leader extension is an option if you are having difficulty accessing your respective home area or have further concerns.
If following speaking with the RN Team Leader, you continue to have questions or concerns, please reach out to
Angela Richmond RN who is the Assistant Manager of Nursing (ext 7226) or
Emily Sarley RN who is the Manager of Nursing (ext 7227).
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Karthik is our Physiotherapist at JMPC.
His hours of work are:
Mon and Wed - 9am - 7pm
Fri - 2pm - 7pm
Sat - 9am - 7pm
His office is in Spring Meadow and he can be reached at ext 7248.
Karthik is also ADP authorized and can provide excellent support with mobility aide assessments.
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Kishan is our Physiotherapy Assistant and works under the supervision/direction of the Physiotherapist.
Kishan is here Mon - Fri 8:30-5:00pm.
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Message from the Chair of Family Council | | |
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Please feel free to reach out to Corinne if you have questions or would like more information about Family Council.
Corinne Holmes
corinnerholmes@gmail.com or you can call her at 613-540-1481
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Celebrating St Patrick's Day | |
Playing Left - Centre - Right | |
Playing Hungry Hungry Hippos | |
Making Deb's Peanut Butter Bits | |
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The lambs came to visit us this week from The Alpaca Farm
So incredibly adorable!
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We are developing a partnership with clients from Ongwanada and look forward to many programs together. This was our Meet and Greet day. | |
Thanks to Penny Kitchen and Family for the great musical entertainment | |
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It is highly recommended you keep fully up to date with your COVID-19 vaccinations.
Visiting Hours are from 9:00 am - 9:00 pm.
Ensure to sign in as you enter and exiting indicating the person you are here to visit.
As per Resident's Council there is to be no family/friends in the resident dining rooms during meal time. We respectfully support their decision.
Please Note: General Visitors are not permitted onto a Home Area that is in Outbreak of any kind.
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Zoom is a great way to connect with your loved one.
It allows you to see each other while talking together.
Book your Zoom Visits online using Picktime! We ask that visits be scheduled a day ahead, and that weekend requests are completed by Friday at 2pm. For zoom visits, you will receive a confirmation email first. Then, 1 day prior to your zoom visit you will receive the zoom link emailed to you from the Home.
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If you have any questions or unable to access this online tool, please call 613-354-3306 and someone will help you Mon-Fri during business hours.
Need to Cancel your ZOOM?
The booking site doesn’t have that feature to cancel yourself online unfortunately. So to cancel an appointment: Please contact Amanda Sparkes (ext 7223). Please email her at asparkes@lennox-addington.on.ca or call her at reception during business hours(main line)
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Educational Resources
you are Welcome to Check Out
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Please ensure the Charge Nurse knows in advance if a resident is going out so that medications can be arranged as needed. Also ensure to sign the resident out for their leave of absence. The sign out book is located at the team center on each Home area.
All residents (unless they are isolating), can go on social, day and overnight absences.
If a resident has a known exposure to a case while on their absence, please inform the Home ASAP. This timely notification will help us ensure the safety of all residents that may be affected (ie tablemates, roommates, etc)
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Connect with Us on your Socials | |
Things to Do Across Lennox & Addington County | |
Below are some interesting opportunities if you are looking for something to do in the area. Click HERE and it will take you directly to the items below:
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Forms That You May Require | |
- Paper Copies of the Weekly Newsletter – Available at the Resource Centre just passed the sign in table at the entrance.
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Essential Caregiver Designation Form – Click here
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Healthcare Resources & Adaptive Clothing | |
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Dental Services from an onsite Dentist - Multigen
Contact Sheena Berry-Wilson to set up an appointment
1-877-459-3273 ext 2004
Fax: 1-866-257-5813
http://multigenhealth.com/
Consent form for this service can be found here
Dental Hygiene Services:
Roving Dental Hygiene – Karen De Luca RDH – 613-770-3801
Modern Care Dental Hygiene – (613) 449-4838 or info@mcdh.ca
Hearing Services:
Miracle Ear - Scott Laidman, Reg AHIP – 613-354-7223
Hear Right Canada – Tammy Powell – 613 308 9338 (she will come into JMPC)
Foot Care Services:
Donna Chandu-Lall – 613-329-4914
Jennifer Morris – 613-329-0271
Gerrie Plaizier – 613-329-3182
Please feel free to reach out to them as needed. They are privately based on a fee for service.
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Adaptive/Accessible Clothing
Here are some Canadian Options for your shopping enjoyment:
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Where Dragons Fly
Perth, Ontario
(613) 466-0215
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Geri Fashions
1-800-361-4374
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EasyWear Adaptive Clothing Inc.
Cambridge, ON
1-888-908-7177
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County of Lennox & Addington Website
County of Lennox & Addington Facebook
JMPC Room Layouts
JMPC CONTACTS
- Angela Malcolm, Director (Ext. 7222)
- Emily Sarley, Manager of Nursing (Ext. 7227)
- Angela Richmond, Assistant Manager of Nursing / IPAC Lead (Ext. 7226)
- Carolyn McConnell, RAI Supervisor (Ext. 7259)
- Amanda Sparkes, Resident Services Coordinator (Ext. 7223)
- Shane McKenny, Environmental Services Supervisor (Ext. 7230)
- Kristen Richmond, Food Services Supervisor (Ext. 7228)
- Hilary Rock, Dietitian/P.T. Food Services Supervisor (Ext. 7229)
- Bobbie-Joe Blackburn, Administrative Supervisor (Ext. 7224)
- Michelle Hickey, Behavioural Support Nurse (Ext. 7237)
Ministry of Long Term Care Family Support and Action Line
1-866-434-0144
This line is available to raise concerns or ask questions related to LTC homes across Ontario and is staffed seven days a week from 8:30am – 7:00pm
The person who answers the call will take your name and contact information, ask a few questions on the issue, and forward this to an inspector for follow-up.
The complainant will hear back from the Ministry within two business days.
OR
Write to the Ministry at
Director
Long-Term Care Inspections Branch
Long-Term Care Operations Division
119 King St W, 11th Floor
Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y7
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If the complainant has already contacted the home directly and the Long-Term Care Family Support and Action Line and was not able to reach a satisfactory resolution,
they can contact the Patient Ombudsman.
Contact the Patient Ombudsman
1-888-321-0339 toll free
1-416-597-0339 (Toronto)
1 416-597-5371 (TTY)
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