"Improving our health care experience together – where people are heard, care is connected,
and whole health is possible for everyone"
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INVITATION TO CO-DESIGN COPD FUNDING OPPORTUNITY | |
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We are reaching out to system partners to join an exploratory discussion on an integrated submission for funding inclusive of our regional hospitals, primary care, home and community care, and other health and social services sectors. We are hosting two engagement sessions November 20 and November 22 to co-design an integrated care project and accompanying proposal. It is critical to have as many individuals and diverse perspectives join these discussions to ensure we are building an integrated care model that meets the needs of our local system.
These sessions will build off of one another, so if possible, please try to have organizational representation at both sessions. Please register for the engagement sessions here:
November 20, 4:00-5:30pm - Register
November 22, 4:00-5:30pm - Register
If you are unable to attend either session, and/or would like to discuss or share project ideas with our team, please reach out to Alexander Smith.
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WE'RE ONE OF THE 12 ACCELERATED OHTs!! | |
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We're thrilled to announce that Middlesex London OHT has been selected as one of the 12 Accelerated Ontario Health Teams!
We are proud of this major milestone in our journey to transformation and are honoured to be among the 12 OHTs selected to advance our maturity at an accelerated rate, based on the following domains: Governance, Clinical Service Transformation/Population Health Management, Leadership, Readiness for Home Care Transition, Primary Care Engagement & Leadership, Delivering an Integrated Clinical Pathway and/or Home Care Leading Project, and Strong Back Office.
We are committed to advancing our maturity and to sharing our experience with all Ontario Health Teams as we focus on the following Accelerated OHT Priorities:
- Implement clinical pathways
- Improve system navigation
- Home care readiness
- Implement supports for people without connection to primary care
- Improve early detection/intervention for chronic disease
- Creating a Not-for-Profit Corporation
- Establishing or aligning a Primary Care Network (PCN)
- Selecting an Operational Support Provider (OSP)
Stay tuned as we collectively bring our vision to life, and together, we shape a healthier, happier Middlesex London community.
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IMPROVING ACCESS TO VACCINES AND INTERPRETATION SERVICES | |
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We have received funding of over $43,000 from the Alliance for Healthier Communities to continue offering On-Demand, Virtual, Interpretation Services at Primary Care Clinics. This free virtual interpretation service can be used for any typeof appointment, as long as the topic of vaccine is included in the discussion.
This funding provides us with an amazing opportunity to improve access to vaccination and improve access to health care conversations in a person's language of comfort. Over the past year, the program has supported more than 580 health care conversations. We would like to expand this offering of virtual, on-demand interpretation services to more people.
Please contact Vala Gylfadottir to access this free service for your patients.
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STAY INFORMED FOR THE 23-24 RESPIRATORY ILLNESS SEASON! | |
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Prepare for the upcoming 2023-24 respiratory illness season. The Middlesex London Ontario Health Team (MLOHT) is committed to equipping our partners with the essential information needed to respond effectively.
Get the latest updates on Fall/Winter Respiratory Illness by visiting our website.
Stay informed, stay healthy!
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CALLING ALL MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANTS, REGISTERED NURSES, AND REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSES IN PRIMARY CARE IN MIDDLESEX LONDON REGION! | |
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Join Our Facebook Group!
Are you a dedicated and compassionate Medical Office Assistant (MOA), Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), working in primary care and looking to connect and collaborate with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and stay updated on the latest advancements and training opportunities in the healthcare industry?
We invite you to become a part of our vibrant and supportive Facebook groups.
Let's make the world of MOAs, RNs and RPNs a closer-knit and more supportive community! We can't wait to meet you and share this incredible journey together.
Spread the word and invite your colleagues in primary care to be a part of this community. Together, we can achieve great things.
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HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES | |
If you are a primary care practitioner or a member of a primary care team, you can call the Home and Community Care Support Services Primary Care Hotline 1-844-222-2463 and speak with a Care Coordinator to assist you with navigating your patients' home and community care needs. | |
EMPOWER YOUR HEALTH JOURNEY WITH CONNECTMYHEALTH | |
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ConnectMyHealth is a digital health solution that provides you with an online, single access point to view your health records from participating hospitals in southwestern Ontario. ConnectMyHealth can be used on desktop and mobile devices, and there's no cost to use it.
To learn more about ConnectMyHealth and how to register, visit https://info.connectmyhealth.ca/
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MIDDLESEX LONDON OHT: PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS | |
ONLINE APPOINTMENT BOOKING (OAB) | |
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We are thrilled to share some fantastic news with you regarding our ongoing efforts to enhance healthcare services in our region. Ontario Health has allocated funding for 212 Primary Care Online Appointment Booking licenses for the Middlesex London OHT, and we are making significant progress in putting these resources to good use.
As of the latest update, we have successfully supported activation of 70 of these licenses, and they are now live and accessible to our valued patients. This means that over 35,000 individuals in our community now have the convenience of booking their primary care appointments online, streamlining the process and providing a more efficient and user-friendly experience.
If you are a primary care or community specialist in the Middlesex London area and are interested in learning more, please contact Rachel Labonte.
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SEAMLESS CARE OPTIMIZING THE PATIENT EXPERIENCE (SCOPE) | |
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We welcomed on board the new SCOPE Primary Care Lead, Janina Mailloux. As of November 1st, Janina will be working with us part-time, up to 1 day a week.
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COMMUNITY OUTREACH BY OUR PATIENT/CLIENT, CARE PARTNER COUNCIL (PCCPC) | |
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Our Patient/Client, Care Partner Council (PCCPC) wants to connect with other patient groups. We want to hear from patients/clients, people with lived experiences, and caregiver tables across Middlesex London to ensure patient/client and caregiver's voices influence health care improvement work.
If you know of any patient/client/caregiver groups that our PCCPC could connect with, please email us at info@mloht.ca.
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We would like to share the following resources, requests, and updates from our partners for you to check out: | |
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Overview
Grounded Roots, Open Wings (GROW) provides comprehensive pre- and post-natal care to those in our community who do not have a family doctor. In addition, we provide wrap-around care to the majority of our service users who deal with socioeconomic and psychosocial challenges.
We are seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to join our Board of Directors for a three year term. Board members provide governance, financial and strategic oversight to advance the mission of GROW. We currently meet once a month, with a mix of in-person and videoconferencing.
Key Considerations
We are looking for candidates with strong leadership and strategic skills, a good understanding of the organization's mission and vision and the ability to communicate it effectively. Specific skills of interest this year include:
- finance, and knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment
- experience in fundraising/development
- grant writing
- governance experience
If you have the skills and experience to advance the work of GROW, we would like to hear from you. GROW is committed to broadening the diversity of our Board of Directors and encourage applications from individuals with a variety of lived experiences.
Expressions of Interest
GROW invites expressions of interest from those wishing to serve on its Board of Directors for a term that would begin Feb. 2024. Questions and resumes can be directed to growboardofdirectors@prismahcc.ca for consideration by Dec. 15th, 2023.
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HEALTH AND HOMELESSNESS MOVEMENT FOR CHANGE | |
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The Health & Homelessness Movement for Change project is a public awareness and engagement campaign to inform Londoners about the health and homelessness response in order to more fully connect the community with this important work, the system transformation, the issue it aims to address, and how Londoners can get involved.
Shared below are a few ways you can follow along and receive updates from the campaign, and to encourage you to share this information with others, if you wish to do so. Here’s how:
● Follow the Movement’s social channels (Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin)
● Sign up for the email newsletter on the Movement for Change website.
If you have questions or feedback on the campaign, please email it to: info@movementforchange.ca.
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SOLDIERS AID COMMISSION INFORMATION | |
MIDDLESEX EARLYON - SPECIAL PROGRAMS | |
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Have questions on your child's healthy development? This free Developmental Screening Program is for you! Have your questions answered regarding topics such as: Physical Growth, Social/Emotional Development, Motor Skills, Language Development and More! FREE drop-in for children between 0 to 6 years of age & parents/caregivers. For dates, times and locations, check out the flyer attached.
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Three Krafty Kids programs will be offered – first stop is Saturday November 18th in Strathroy. Registration required. Spaces limited.
For questions, contact earlyon@middlesex.ca.
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CANADIAN HOME CARE ASSOCIATION (CHCA) - ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR PALLIATIVE CARE: VIRTUAL CARE | |
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This ECHO session features the Competency Framework’s domain of “Virtual Care”. Virtual technologies can enhance access to specialized palliative care teams in urban and rural areas. However, healthcare providers must possess unique competencies for effective care.
Mastery in communication, adapting to virtual care modalities, and identifying patients and families who would benefit from virtual care are vital skills for home-based palliative care providers.
Discover insights from a national study on virtual care experiences of patients, families, and providers. Gauge your virtual care prowess and mindset in our engaging quiz session — a dynamic test of your readiness and approach!
Date & Time:
Nov 14, 2023 12:00 PM EST
Subject Matter Experts:
Teaching Presentation: Dr. Jessica Simon, Palliative Care Physician, Professor in the Department of Oncology, Division Head for the Division of Palliative Medicine, University of Calgary, Alberta
Quiz Session Lead: Jennifer Campagnolo, ECHO Project Lead, Canadian Home Care Association
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If you share in our purpose and want to work with other members and partners to achieve it, become a member of the MLOHT.
You may be asked to provide input on certain matters related to your expertise as we try to build a more connected health care system.
Please fill in the form and send it to katey.young@mloht.ca.
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