Hot off the press 🔥We are excited to share our 2023-2024 Annual Report!
Learn how we’re collaborating to drive excellence in the long-term care sector: ow.ly/LvtP50TzgFX
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Words matter. The way we talk about residents shapes how at home they feel.
Congratulations to Melissa Tanner, winner of the fourth annual Person-Centred Language Award from the Ontario CLRI and Behavioural Supports Ontario! Her language helps create a supportive, life-affirming environment for residents, families and team members.
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“By improving clinical placements... & using peer-driven social media strategies, we hope to inspire the next generation of #nurses to see LTC as a rewarding and vital career path,” said Julie Dyke, School of Nursing professor & co-lead of the project.
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For those that missed it!
The Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Champion Coaching Program is a monthly virtual series that allows participants to build on knowledge learned within the Creating a Culture of Belonging workshop.
For more info: pswfundltc.ca/
📢 Join our growing community of equity, diversity and inclusion advocates!
Subscribe to stay up-to-date with the latest EDI news and updates: clri-ltc.ca/resource/ediinlt…#EDIinLTC
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Do you know the three tenets of cultural humility?
âś… Curiosity
âś… Consultation
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Learn how you can practice these to support the cultural needs of residents: clri-ltc.ca/resource/all-in-…#EDIinLTC
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🌟 Nominations are open for the Person-Centred Language Award! 🌟
Celebrate champions who create supportive, life-affirming environments with respectful and inclusive communication. The winner will be recognized at the #TiLTC2025@OLTCAnews Conference!
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Stave off taste fatigue with our new thickened fluid recipes! Residents can enjoy delicious medleys of mango, pineapple, strawberry, orange, and blueberry, all thickened with pureed oatmeal.
Explore our recipes for #LongTermCare! ow.ly/GfOk50SuRSv
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On International Self-Care Day, let’s remember that well-being is a 24/7 practice. Pick one new self-care activity, such as a short stretch break, a water-drinking reminder or a mindful pause, and make it part of your routine.
Learn more: ow.ly/S4tS50WiBMl
Do you have fifteen minutes to help us to identify gaps in our Embracing Diversity Toolkit? Let us know what content, features, tools and resources you'd like to see in a new version of the toolkit!
Take the survey: ow.ly/cach50WjPnW
Do you know someone who excels in using respectful and empathetic language in LTC? Nominate them for the Person-Centred Language Award!
This is your chance to recognize individuals who make a positive impact: ow.ly/yakg50WniS9@BSOProvOffice@OLTCAnews
Help improve the sleep quality of LTC residents!
Take part in @Aging_Institute's study to improve residents' sleep. Participate by answering a short survey and sharing your experiences with sleep in #longtermcare!
Survey closes on Friday, July 18: ​​schlegel-uw-ria.limesurvey.n…
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Enhance team members’ knowledge and skills on food services, the resident dining experience, and dietary terms through our Long-Term Care Food Services Orientation!
Learn more: clri-ltc.ca/resource/food-se…
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Enhance your teams’ confidence in supporting culturally diverse needs, and explore the idea of power dynamics and accountability within interprofessional teams.
Take the eLearning course! ow.ly/wCSl50Uh61L#EDIinLTC
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Do you know a person-centred language champion dedicated to creating an affirming, respectful and compassionate #LongTermCare environment?
Nominate them for the Person-Centred Language Award! ow.ly/GLmw50Wn8L3#WordsMatterPCL@BSOProvOffice
We want to hear from you!
Help shape the next version of the Embracing Diversity Toolkit. Take 15 minutes and fill out the survey: ow.ly/OfV050WjPcZ@Bruyere@RIA
Registration is now open for the next round of the updated Specialized Educator certificate in LTC.
This training was designed by and for LTC educators featuring leading education and relational practices specific to LTC.
Learn more and apply by Sep 5: clri-ltc.ca/secl