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Extendicare Maple View in Sault St. Marie, Ont., is among Extendicare long-term care homes that are holding local walks and events in support of the
Each day in May, when the weather is on their side, team members and residents at Extendicare Port Hope, near Colborne, Ontario, gear up for
According to the Alzheimer Society of Canada, 700,000 Canadians currently live with dementia. By 2050, this population will grow to nearly two million. Active in
For the fourth consecutive year, Extendicare has been recognized on The Globe and Mail Women Lead Here list. This benchmark identifies top-level Canadian businesses with
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
Led by Nadine Miller, the Recreation Programs Manager at Extendicare Athabasca in Alberta, the Activity Program Boxes program is enhancing the quality of life for
The presence of an animal in a long-term care home offers more than just comfort to residents. “Animals can play a significant role in dementia
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
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
It’s clear from the moment you meet Dr. Irene Tuttle, Medical Director at Extendicare Hamilton, there is something special about her. “Where people live is
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
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.
Homes across Extendicare’s network were pleased to participate in the Ontario Long-Term Care Association’s (OLTCA) first Community Day of Engagement on September 13, 2024. Residents
At every Extendicare long-term care home is a Residents’ Council where all residents are welcome to participate, share ideas, discuss concerns, be involved in their
Extendicare was pleased to welcome partners from across our network at Lionhead Golf Club and Conference Centre for the 11th annual charity golf tournament in
Northern Ontario media outlets, including Timmins Today and the North Bay Nugget, highlighted the recently announced expansion of the Living Classroom program at Extendicare Timmins
“It’s very important to maintain a positive experience for residents in the dining room,” says Kay, dietary manager at Extendicare Bayview in Toronto, ON. “One
Medix College, in collaboration with Extendicare’s long-term care homes in Kirkland Lake and Timmins, announced the expansion of the Living Classroom program, a partnership model
Residents and team members at Extendicare York were thrilled to celebrate the launch of this year’s Cycling Without Age (CWA) program, an annual initiative that
Local media outlets, including CTV Northern News and the Sudbury Star, were onsite to capture the joy and excitement as Extendicare Countryside celebrated its grand
An exciting new chapter has begun in Sudbury, Ontario where residents, families, team members, and officials recently celebrated the grand opening of Extendicare Countryside, the
For the third consecutive year, Extendicare has been named to the Globe and Mail Women Lead Here list, a recognition of representation of women in
Karen Simpson, Manager of Behavioural Supports and Dementia Care expert at Extendicare, speaks with CTV News about the Behavioural Support Transitional Unit (BSTU) at Extendicare Rouge Valley.
The story features this specialized unit which is designed to care for residents living with dementia who have complex behavioural needs. The aim of the BSTU is to develop comprehensive and personalized care plans that incorporate their personhood, help alleviate responsive behaviours, and improve quality of life.
Extendicare has a long-standing history of supporting internationally trained health-care workers. This is done through sponsorships of government programs (including the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program
When you walk around the Behavioural Support Unit, or BSU, at Extendicare Rouge Valley in Scarborough, ON, beautifully painted murals of nature landscapes and cityscapes mark the hallways.
Sensory boards offer sounds and textures. A TTC bus stop serves as a resting place.
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