Extendicare Columbia Forest

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Interested in helping us make life better at our home?

Nothing improves a resident’s day more than the sight of a friendly face.

We are always looking for volunteers to assist with scheduled recreation programs, events and one-to-one visits. Our home’s volunteer services program is currently recruiting engaged, committed and community-minded people just like you. If you have a family member or friend living with us, you can begin by visiting and participating in special events.

Volunteers are an integral part of our team and we have a comprehensive orientation program. If you are interested, please contact us.

Are you a student in a health care program?

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There are great opportunities for students at Extendicare.

Participants in our student placement programs gain valuable experience in an exciting and high-growth area of practice. We welcome:

  • high school students exploring career options;
  • co-op students looking to put theory into practice and
  • university and college graduates in looking for advanced clinical placements.

Long term care is growing. Join us!

What's new

Strengthening seniors’ care: Celebrating the grand opening of Extendicare Crossing Bridge  

In September, Extendicare officially opened Extendicare Crossing Bridge in Stittsville, Ontario. A new home sweet home for 256 residents in the Ottawa region.The celebration was attended by the Hon. Natalia Kusendova-Bashta, Minister of Long-Term Care; George Darouze, MPP for Carleton; Dr. Michael Guerriere, Extendicare President and CEO; as well as residents, family members, and team members of Extendicare Crossing Bridge.   “Extendicare Crossing Bridge reflects the best of modern long-term care – welcoming, comfortable spaces where

Voices that lead | Cindy and Janet’s Residents’ Council Story at Extendicare Oshawa

When Cindy and Janet moved into Extendicare Oshawa three years ago, they never expected to become not only roommates but also partners in leadership on their home’s Residents’ Council. Every Extendicare long-term care home has a Residents’ Council – a place where all residents are welcome to participate, share ideas and get involved. Today, as President and Vice President of the council, Cindy and Janet play an important role in ensuring every voice in their

REACH earns a spot in national best practice library for listening and leading

Our Resident Experience and Action Council for Homes (REACH) group has been recognized as a Canadian leader. The REACH group recently earned a spot in the Health Standards Organization’s (HSO) Leading Practice Library for its approach to resident engagement and co-design. What does that mean? Health care providers across Canada are encouraged to follow Extendicare’s lead to truly listen to and act on resident feedback.     What is REACH?  Established in 2014, REACH is

Teeing up for impact | Extendicare hosts 12th annual golf tournament in support of the Alzheimer Society of Canada

Clubs were swinging and spirits were high as Extendicare welcomed partners from across our network back to Lionhead Golf Club for the 12th annual charity golf tournament in support of the Alzheimer Society of Canada (ASC).   This year, our golf tournament raised over $160,000 to add to the continued success of the event. To date, the event has raised more than $1.8 million. We are proud to continue raising funds in support of the

CTV News Winnipeg features Extendicare Poseidon Care Centre team member and his run across Canada inspired by residents and Terry Fox

Jackson Charron-Okerlund, a Recreation Aide at Extendicare Poseidon Care Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba who ran across Canada raising over $100,000 for cancer research in just 160 days, was recently highlighted on CTV News Winnipeg, on Terry Fox Day in the province.  Jackson says he was inspired to run across the country in honour of Terry Fox, and also by residents at the long-term care home.  “When I first began working at Poseidon Care Centre, I didn’t

Welcome home | Bringing the community together to celebrate the grand opening of Extendicare Limestone Ridge

In June, we celebrated the grand opening of Extendicare Limestone Ridge, a 192-bed long-term care home in Kingston, ON. MPP and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Long-term Care, John Jordan, Kingston Mayor Bryan Paterson, Kingston City Councilors Jimmy Hassan and Paul Chaves, Extendicare President and CEO, Dr. Michael Guerriere as well as residents and team members from Extendicare Limestone Ridge, gathered to celebrate this milestone event. “The opening of Extendicare Limestone Ridge marks another

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