My name is Jackie and I am the proud owner of Plan A Timmins. Although my local and surrounding communities are very far north and tucked away, the staffing shortage in our jurisdiction is just as alarming. While there are multiple agencies out here that provide senior care, Plan A is the only staffing solution …
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Have you ever thought far into the future? Think even further ahead. Have you ever wondered where you will end up when you're no longer able to care for yourself? I've never really thought about it until I started working in long-term care. I've worked in many LTC homes and have had the opportunity, with …
Disclaimer: Here’s the deal. I read plenty of blogs, professional development books and listen to audiobooks on the daily. When looking through the advice given through these sources, one thing I see frequently, and disagree with, is pointed out regularly and it goes a little something like this: ‘Only look at your email twice daily’. …
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January marks Alzheimer's Awareness Month in Canada. Did you know that approximately 750,000 Canadians have dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease? Early diagnosis is key to helping those affected cope, and receive proper care, and support. Check out the infographic below to understand the early warning signs of Alzheimer's disease. If you suspect your loved one is exhibiting …
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If you’re not already on the podcast train, here are 3, of many, potential reasons why you should consider adding them to your daily routine: The Variety Whether you want to learn, laugh or get inspired, podcast options are limitless. All you need to do is open your podcast app or Spotify and do a …
I read this on a post the other day. I wish I wrote it but I didn’t! It spoke volumes to me. I have always hated New Year's Resolutions. We all make promises to ourselves that we never keep. But what I have always loved about a resolution is the intention! We all have such …
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When our team started, we grew quickly from 2 to 4 and then even more quickly we multiplied! Through this growth, it was very important to ensure that all team members understood our culture, vision and values. Before we grew past 4 it was important to us to collaborate and identify what our core values …
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