Social Work: Choosing to Work with People
In observance of social work month, Eastern Health’s Mental Health and Additions Regional Director Isobel Keefe shares her thoughts about her profession, while reflecting on her 30 years of social […]
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Coping with Death – and Life: Palliative Care
All of us, as human beings, have to face death at some point, be it our own or that of someone we love. Death can be painful and difficult both […]
Back to the Future with Breastfeeding: A Movement Worth Celebrating
Do you remember the anticipation and excitement of becoming a new parent or grandparent? How about those sleepless nights and tiring days during the first weeks after baby’s birth? If […]
Saving Lives a Vaccine at a Time
National Immunization Awareness Week provides an opportunity to focus attention on the importance of vaccinations for all ages. Did you know that in the last 50 years immunization has saved […]
Coping with Chronic Disease: A Self-Management Approach
It is difficult to comprehend the full impact chronic health issues can have one’s life. Chronic conditions are usually invisible, and people who live with one often feel judged and […]
Why Should We Care About Our Strategic Plan?
“I want you to know that I do so much more than push a broom around here. I have a big impact on the residents’ lives. I need to know […]
Agnes Pratt Staff Deliver!
Admission into a long-term care facility is a difficult decision for many individuals and their families. The move to long-term care is often thought of as a permanent move; however […]
Nurses recognized at Fifth Annual Nursing Dinner and Gala Awards Ceremony
Take a moment and try to imagine a world without nurses. It’s impossible, right? Nurses are a group of compassionate professionals, who tirelessly advocate for positive change in the health […]
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