Halifax has begun construction for 6 new long-term care homes scheduled to be ready by 2025. The new facilities will open up room for roughly 720 seniors, following this the province is hopeful for the rest of the 34 planned facilities to be completed by 2027.
As Canada's population ages, there is a growing need for preventative healthcare services to support the elderly and ensure the healthcare system can handle the demand. The challenge lies in managing common age-related issues such as mobility problems and cognitive decline.
This week is National Paramedic Services Week here in Canada and we are feeling really lucky to be joined by four awesome paramedics from the Paramedic Association of Canada. We are very excited to learn all about becoming a paramedic and to hear about the struggles facing paramedics right now. Come along with us as we talk to Derek Cassista, Melanie Stephens, Steven Leu and Ashley Chasse, paramedics from across Canada!
London Ontario's St. Joseph's health care received a substantial donation from a local couple to use towards care and research for veterans. The research is prioritizing military mental health and improving care for veterans. The remaining funds will also go to support veterans living at the Parkwood Institute.
In the second part of our interview with Sarah McVanel from Greatness Magnified, we talk about how organizations can use recognition to create a better workplace for their employees and in turn, have a higher employee retention rate. If you missed the first part of our interview with Sarah, don’t forget to check that out where ever you listen to podcasts, you won’t want to miss it!
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Temp nursing agencies are offering more than double the wages and full control over work schedules, attracting many nurses back into the profession. The trend exposes significant issues within the public healthcare system, including low wages and inflexible hours.
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