Caring for people is at the core of everything we do.
There was excitement in the air on a chilly February morning, when residents began their move from the former West End Villa to their brand-new long-term care home, Extendicare Crossing Bridge in the Ottawa region.
Led by Nadine, the Recreation Programs Manager at Extendicare Athabasca in Alberta, the Activity Program Boxes program is enhancing the quality of life for residents through purposeful engagement.
Love has a way of finding us when we least expect it. For Bob and Juliet, that moment came in the back garden of Extendicare Laurier Manor in Ottawa, Ontario, where a simple conversation turned into a lifelong connection.
In the Behavioural Support Transitional Unit (BSTU) at Extendicare McGarrell Place in London, Ontario, 29 residents receive holistic care tailored to the complex behavioural needs of people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia
“Animals can play a significant role in dementia care by enhancing quality of life by fostering a sense of joy, connection and comfort while offering physical benefits. Animals can help reduce stress and loneliness, improve mood and social connectivity, trigger positive memories, and lower blood pressure,” says Karen Simpson, Manager, Behavioural Services & Dementia Care at Extendicare.
Dementia is a leading cause for long-term care placement. At Extendicare McGarrell Place in London, Ontario, the Behavioural Support Transitional Unit (BSTU) is making strides to transform dementia care.
When Doug moved into Extendicare Medex in Ottawa, he was struggling with diabetic ulcers on his feet. His mobility was impacted due to pain from the ulcers, leaving him unable to walk independently. “I didn’t want to walk at all,” says Doug. “I couldn’t if I tried.” Thanks to the dedication and clinical excellence of the care team at Extendicare Medex which includes nursing staff, wound care specialists, support workers, dietitians, physiotherapists and physicians, in addition to Doug’s hard work, he regained his strength.
It’s clear from the moment you meet Dr. Irene Tuttle, Medical Director at Extendicare Hamilton, there is something special about her.
Residents, family members, and team members from Extendicare Port Stanley were thrilled to gather with leaders from Extendicare and local government officials to mark the beginning of construction on their brand-new home.
A new chapter for Extendicare St. Catharines has begun with the official groundbreaking ceremony for a new, 256-bed long-term care home in the Niagara region.
