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The year is quickly passing and there is a lot going on in Northwood’s Long Term Care program. Communicating with families is important to us. There are many ways to provide your feedback whether it is something you feel we are doing well or, areas you think we need to improve upon. Families can contact staff directly, a contact list is attached to this newsletter. For general feedback there is a comment box located in the main areas of each facility.
We will be holding a family night at both locations in November. These evenings allow us to share some of the projects going on in the facility, changes within long term care and provide an opportunity for families to ask questions or provide suggestions for improvements. The evening will be an open forum for all family members and residents, if they wish to attend. Any care issues of a personal nature cannot be responded to during the meeting but we will ensure there is a time set up for discussion with the appropriate Northwood staff. I would also invite you to review the information about our new Client and Family Advisory Council that is found on the back page of this newsletter.
The Bedford family night will be held Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the Great Room. The Halifax family night will be held Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the Shirley Burnstein Hall.
As you will see, our holiday season planning is well underway with a number of opportunities for residents and families to enjoy the season. Our calendar of events is included with events for everyone to enjoy!
We look forward to seeing you and thank you for choosing to be a part of the Northwood community.
-Josie Ryan, Executive Director Long Term Care
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long term careFamily update
The “Living History Program” is a process we use for engaging residents to gather and share basic life information (absolutely no health information). It helps our staff to provide care to the heart and soul of the resident, positively impacting the way we care about and for residents.
We have trained volunteers to interview residents and/or families to capture basic life history and turn it into a powerful one-page story. In addition to being a treasured memento for the resident and family, the story is available so all who come into contact with the resident have information to make connections on new and exciting levels.
We speak to the residents directly for their permission. We will be identifying residents who are no longer able to speak for themselves. Here is where you as family come in. We would like to have our trained volunteers contact you by phone to fill out the story on your loved ones’ behalf. So, when you receive a call, please consider assisting us with this wonderful initiative! Thank you to Ora Slade from Ivany Place for sharing her story!
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Linda Verlinden at 902.454.3018.
The 11th in a family of 13 children, Ora Leona was born to the Bower family of Shelburne County on August 26, 1934. This branch of the Bower family, Manus Mortan and wife Ethel Dora, would go on to have 13 children together; Eva Maude, David Snow, Mildred Ethel, Leslie Wyman, Philip Churchill, Russell Eugene, Prince Edward, Mary Jeannette, Gerald Mortan, Norman Alexander, Ora Leona, and two other siblings.
and Peter McAdam (age 52). Ora lights up when speaking of her two grandsons, Logan James and Luke, as well as a step-granddaughter Lara.
Ora, who adores old movies, Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune, also loves a challenge; and has continued her lifelong pattern of staying as involved as possible. From curling to choir, CGIT to sewing and knitting, leading Brownies, attending church and now acting as the Chair of Northwood’s Resident Council, Ora offers the advice of “be involved in everything you can be. Participate, do things to encourage others to be involved.”
Some of Ora’s favorite things include fish and lamb dishes, which remind her of growing up on her family farm, where everything was grown, made and eaten. She loves reminiscing about the location of the farm’s barn, which was surrounded by a lake on one side and a river on the other. Her family spent many days fishing and boating. Later in life, Ora traveled all over Nova Scotia with her husband and children.
She also has fond memories of a special trip with friends, taking a motorhome through British Columbia.
Above all, Ora values her family. She works hard to stay in touch with her sons, grandchildren, remaining siblings, nieces and nephews, keeping track of their health, and life events. Her room is filled with photos of loved ones, and she thrives on keeping connected to family as well as being a highly respected and loved leader and friend in her home at Ivany Place.
Ora reminisces that her family, who were raised on a farm, had a wonderful farmhouse, with a large sitting room that ran the length of the house. When each of the children were born, Ora’s mother would ‘take over’ the second living room and their family physician would move in with them in preparation for each birth.
With her siblings, Ora attended a county school in Shelburne, with one teacher overseeing all grades. Then, Ora came to Halifax in grade 5 to attend the School for the Blind, and then Queen Elizabeth High, followed by Nova Scotia Community College, in only its second year of being open.
Ora speaks with fond memories of her education in secretarial administration, which led her down a career path that included the Department of Welfare, the Naval Supply Dockyard, and finally looking after en electrical supply company’s Atlantic Region for 18½ years.
In addition to her own work, Ora’s life path followed the work of her husband, Ronald McAdam Slade, who was a journalist and communications specialist. The two of them met through curling, where they enjoyed many a Saturday night bonspiel together.
Although they didn’t know it earlier, Ora and Ronald had both attended Queen Elizabeth High together.
Ronald and Ora were married in Halifax on Saturday, September 2, 1961. Ronald’s work as a journalist would take the happy couple to Ottawa to oversee a radio station, then to Montreal where Ron worked for CNR doing public relations; then finally back to Halifax, where Ron was a journalist for the Herald.
Ron passed away at the age of 59, but he and Ora had two wonderful children; Christopher Blaine (age 54)
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The Living History Program Ora Leona (Bower) Slade
“If you think something, tell it as it is.”
- Ora Slade’s Life Motto
Ora Leona (Bower) Slade
Neighbourhood Parties
All events are being held in the Shirley Burnstein Hall & the Harbourview Lounge.
The Lakes (1,2,3 Centre): Wed. Dec. 13, 6:30 - 8 p.m. The Shores (4,5,6 Centre): Thurs. Dec. 14, 6:30 - 8 p.m. The Oceans & Rivers (5/6 M & 10/11M): Fri. Dec. 15, 6:30 - 8 p.m. The Bays (7,8,9 Centre): Sat. Dec. 16, 2 - 3:30 p.m. The Havens (3,4,7,8,9 Manor): Sun. Dec. 17, 2- 3:30 p.m.
Residents - Free Guests - $5/door (2 guests max.)
Come enjoy sweets & treats, a photo booth, crafts, cookie decorating, music and an opportunity to give back!
This year, Northwood is giving residents, staff and families the opportunity to give back! We are supporting the Bayers Westwood Food Bank by collecting non-perishable food items to help families get through the Holiday Season. Between December 13-21, there will be drop-off boxes in both the Centre and Manor lobbies.
Tree Trimming Parties
Not all tree trimming party dates have been finalized. They will all occur during the week of December 4th. Please watch for posters confirming the dates.
Poplar River (10 Manor) – Dec. 5Beech River (11 Manor ) – Dec. 7The Shores ( 4,5,6 centre) – Dec. 5Maple Haven (3M) - Dec. 4Oak Haven (4M) - Dec. 7 Birch Bay ( 7C) – Dec. 6Pine Bay (8C) – Dec. 8Balsam Bay (9C) – Dec. 75 Manor - Dec. 4 6 Manor - Dec. 6 7 Manor - Dec. 48 Manor - Dec. 10 9 Manor - Dec. 3
More Events
Dec. 3, 2:00 p.m. - Irish Dance - SBHDec. 5, 7:00 p.m. - The Paul & Bill Show - SBHDec. 6, 2:00 p.m. - Halifax Explosion Remembrance -SBHDec. 9, 2:00 p.m. - Maritime Conservatory Concert - SBHDec. 1, 1:00 p.m. - Holiday Dinner at Coco’s (pre purchase tickets) – Coco’s/Habourview LoungeDec. 12, afternoon (time to be announced) - Symphony Nova Scotia Concert - SBHDec. 19, 6:30 p.m. - Blue Christmas Service - SBHDec. 20, 2:00 p.m. - Paul Simon Holiday Singers - SBHDec. 24, 2:00 p.m. - Ecumenical Christmas Eve Service - SBHDec. 24, 6:00 p.m. - RC Mass - SBHDec. 25, 1:30 p.m. - Egg Nog by the Fire - Harbourview LoungeDec. 28, 2:00 p.m. - Holiday Tea – SBH
The Halifax Recreation Therapy Team:
Sarah Cluett, Recreation Therapist, Evergreen/Cherry Ocean Ashley Penton, Recreation TherapistNathalie McJannet, Chestnut Lake & Cedar Lake Kathy Martin, Spruce Lake & Balsam BayRenée Patterson, Willow ShoreTracey Hawthorne, Hickory Shore & Alder Shore Jennifer Benjamin, Birch Bay & Pine BayMichele Matthews, Oak Haven, Linden Haven, Redwood Haven & Aspen HavenShannon Nedelcu, Poplar & Beech River, Maple Haven
Halifax Campus Family Kitchen
The Recreation Therapy department has a fully equipped kitchen available to provide space for residents to enjoy time with family and friends while sharing a meal or celebrating a special event. For more information or to make a booking, please contact the Recreation Therapy Programmer assigned to your floor.
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HOLIDAY EVENTSEdward Roach Centre, Halifax Campus
Resident Family Annual Dessert Social
Delicious desserts, coffee & tea, good company and Holiday music! All socials are being held in the Great room from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
The Landings and Points Neighborhoods: Mon. Dec. 11
The Hills Neighborhood: Tues. Dec. 12
The Coves Neighborhood: Weds. Dec. 13
Watch for Posters in the houses after Nov. 15.Tickets are available at reception on Nov. 15 until Dec 9.Two guests per resident.
Additional Holiday events
Dec. 3 - Annual Maritime Dance Academy Holiday PerformanceDec. 5 - Annual Bedford Baptist Carol Sing Dec. 14 - Halifax Harmonizer Barbershop Chorus Dec. 18 - Blue Christmas Chapel Dec. 23 - Christmas Roman Catholic Mass Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve Ecumenical Service (all are welcome) Dec. 31 - New Year’s Eve Social
Watch for the times on the resident December calendars!
More Great Room Events
These events compliment the house-based recreation therapy programming that occurs every December which include (but are not limited to): • Tree Decorating on each house around Dec. 1st • Holiday cookie baking
• In house craft program• Community support through carol sings and community group visits
Watch for the times on the Resident December calendars!
Ivany Place Family Kitchen
The Ivany Place family kitchen is available for private parties for residents and families. Please call the recreation therapy team at 902.407.8526 or 902.407.8545 to reserve the kitchen. The more advance notice you give, the better chance of securing your date. Note that weekdays tend to be quieter. At the time of your booking, please let us know if you need the stove turned on. Families often book holidays up to three (3) months in advance so book sooner than later if you are thinking about booking for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, etc.
Kitchen Resources
Coffee, tea, sugar and sweetener are available in the family kitchen. Other resources include a teapot, electric kettle, coffee-maker, stove, oven, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, dish liquid, dishwasher soap and wash cloths. We have place settings for approximately six (6) people. Also on hand, we have additional glasses, coffee mugs, tea cups and a few serving spoons.
The Ivany Recreation Therapy Team:
Stacy Gillis, The CovesRebecca Boucher, The Landings and PointsMandie Hatcher, The HillsRhonda MacLean, Recreation Therapist
HOLIDAY EVENTSIvany Place, Bedford Campus
for meaningful and purposeful engagement through therapeutic group gardening and expressive art activities that centers on collective skill development and positive social participation. Weekly programs focus on participants’ goals in a supportive, welcoming, social environment.
Program Activities Include
• New Beginnings: Enhanced Gardening and Creative Expression: therapeutic activity group.
• Positive Steps towards Mental Health & Wellness: therapeutic support group to learn about depression, low mood, anxiety, grief, stress etc, and to learn & develop coping strategies and techniques.
• My Northwood - Finding my Place: adjustment to long term care support group.
• Grief and Loss: weekly support group for anyone experiencing loss, bereavement or grief.
How To Get Involved
Residents/Tenants can refer themselves to Seeds of Success or be referred by the care team. Referrals must be submitted using the Internal Referral Form addressed to Occupational Therapy.
For more information, contact Nelson & Joy
902.454.8311 ext. 3115 [email protected] / [email protected]
Who We Are
Seeds of Success is Northwood’s mental health and wellness support program. Our goal is to provide opportunities for positive mental health and wellness through purposeful therapeutic activities that promote a sense of belonging and well-being. Northwood is a not-for-profit organization and programs like this are made possible through the Northwood Foundation and the support of our generous donors. In 2015, Marjorie Lindsay donated $100,000 to fund Seeds of Success and again this year, she made a donation of $70,000 so the program can continue.
Who We Meet
The Seeds of Success program is open to residents living in long term care at Northwood and tenants living in Northwood Manor or Northwood Towers. Residents and tenants can access the program if they have a mental health condition or experiences psychosocial issues that interfere with their daily routine and can benefit from a structured group program.
Features that interfere with daily living and routine may include the following:• Grief & Loss (personal autonomy)• Feelings of hopelessness or depression• Excessive fear, worry and anxiety• Social or family isolation• Difficulty coping with daily problems and routine activities
What We Do
We approach health and wellness holistically and believe that a positive state of well-being encompasses the social, physical, spiritual and intellectual aspects. At Seeds of Success, we work to promote opportunities
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In 1978, Northwood began the first Adult Day program in Nova Scotia. Our Adult Day Program is designed to support those living with Dementia and their families.
Today, the program is offered at our Halifax Campus, Bedford Campus, Bayers Road and soon, a fourth location in Dartmouth. This new site is scheduled to open in the winter of 2018 and the exact location will be announced soon.
Our Adult Day programs provide a friendly and stimulating social environment for dependent older adults who may have a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, or are physically frail. Full day and half day options are available.
Let CoCo’s family host your Christmas Dinner!
Sunday, December 10th at 1:00 p.m.
Tickets are $12.99 plus tax each and must be purchased in advance. Tickets are available at CoCo’s until December 5.
Meal includes: turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, vegetable, roll, dessert, coffee or tea.
Call 902.454.8311 ext. 3175 for more information.
CoCo’s is located in the Edward Roach Centre at 2615 Northwood Terrace.
Adult Day Program Coming Soon Dartmouth
Turkey Dinner at CoCo’s
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Halifax Campus Nursing Services
We have had a few changes in the nursing services department we would like to share. After over 24 years with Northwood, Debbie Landry, RNCL for 1 Chestnut Lake, has chosen to retire and spend more time with family.
Centre RNCL’s1 Chestnut Lake - Tricia Wright2 Spruce Lake - Wendy Cameron3 Cedar Lake - Amanda Blanchard 4 Willow Shore - Shaunna MacIsaac 5 Hickory Shore - Roger Currie 6 Alder Shore - Bonnie Potter7 Birch Bay - Andrea Rosvold8 Pine Bay - Jobin Joseph9 Balsam Bay - Siju Mathew
Manor RNCL’s3 Maple & 4 Oak Haven - Holly Anderson7 Linden, 8 Redwood & 9 Aspen Haven - Megan Fricker10 Polar & 11 Beech River - Suzanne Bright
RCF LPN’s5 Evergreen & 6 Cherry Ocean - Avis Dunbar & Connie Doucette
Dementia Project
We have now implemented our ‘cozy corners’ on each of our floors as part of our Dementia Project. This space was created for our residents and families. It is often a challenge to find a nice quiet corner to relax, engage in activities or just visit with loved ones on our busy floors. The cozy corners were created to enhance the lives of both our residents and their families.
Bedford Campus Nursing Services
We have been welcoming a number of new team members over the summer and early fall. We are very proud of the collaboration, inclusion and team spirit demonstrated by coworkers as new staff transition.
Hills Day Charge Nurses: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Gill Grudzinska & Gen MacNeil902.407.8568 Manager: Jennifer Hughes Tucker, 902.407.8532
PointsDay Charge Nurses: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Leanne Dubray & Claudette Noble902.407.8575Manager: Jennifer Hughes Tucker, 902.407.8532
CovesDay Charge Nurses: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Angela Waterfield & Debbie Price902.407.8565 Manager: Joyce Mal, 902.407.8524
LandingsDay Charge Nurses: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Amy MacLellan & Lynn Shore 902.407.8528Manager: Joyce Mal, 902.407.8524
4 p.m. - 8 a.m. Evening and Night Responsibility Nurse may be reached at 902.407.8528
In June, we welcomed a new roommate to Sandpiper Hills – Sage, the cat. Sage has settled in and has found many wonderful friends throughout the building. Pets are an incredible source of loving care.
In October, nursing staff throughout the building organized extra house Halloween events for residents, families and children of staff. Trick or Treating and costume parades brought a buzz and excitement to many houses.
In a long term care environment, we do all we can to create a wide variety of experiences that bring both new experiences and familiar joys to our Northwood residents and their family members.
The next step is the creation of Kaye’s Place. This will be a space created for those residents with dementia. It will be located on the main floor and will be built to create a ‘home like’ environment. Initiatives like Kaye’s Place are made possible through donations to the Northwood Foundation.
The focus of last April’s Live More Awards was to raise funds to support the creation of our dementia-care program, including Kaye’s Place. It’s named in honour of Katherine Dickson, the mother of Jim Dickson, who was the recipient of the 2017 Hedley G. Ivany Live More Award. Katherine has Alzheimer’s and dementia and is a resident at Northwood.
Thanks to all our donors for their ongoing support.
Robotic Animals
We have recently introduced the use of robotic cats and dogs with our residents in the Bays neighborhood. What started out with one or two has now exploded! These are amazing animals that respond to the resident’s
touch. Whether it is to meow, bark or just purr, it simulates the love and response you would get from your beloved pet. We are thankful for all the fundraising along with donations made to the Northwood Foundation to provide these therapeutic, furry friends to our residents.
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- By Shelley James, Manager, Organizational Health
Lower your flu risk. Get immunized
For most of us, influenza or the flu will cause a few days of fever, cough and generally feeling unwell. But for some, this highly contagious respiratory disease can lead to severe complications requiring hospitalization or even death. Getting an annual flu shot is a key strategy to reduce the impact and spread of influenza in our communities.
Many Canadians don’t know that seniors over sixty-five, people with chronic illnesses such as asthma, diabetes or heart disease, pregnant women, Indigenous people, people who are obese, and residents of nursing homes and other health care facilities are vulnerable groups that need protection from influenza.
Healthy individuals can shed the influenza virus and transmit it before they experience any symptoms. That’s why it is so important to get vaccinated against influenza every year. This is especially true for those in high risk groups and healthcare workers who provide care to those in high risk groups.
It is recommended that all Canadians six months of age and older along with people at high risk, receive the seasonal influenza vaccine. The seasonal influenza vaccine is safe and prevents the spread of influenza. The best time to get vaccinated is from October through to December, but it is never too late. Talk to your doctor, nurse, pharmacist or public health office about getting vaccinated with this year’s influenza vaccine. - Adapted from Immunization Canada, 2017
Flu Season
For the last forty years, Northwood has offered residents and members of the community an opportunity to become involved and live more through its community outreach initiative. Most recently this initiative has been called Reboom and it focusses on programs, services and resources for boomers and their parents. Programs offered include music & art classes, health & wellness programs (including the Pauline Potter fitness centre), social & leisure activities and a number of learning opportunities.
While the terrific programs and services offered by Reboom won’t be changing, the name will. Reboom will now be known as Community Recreation & Wellness. The new name more clearly identifies the services and experiences that are offered.
Membership details will remain the same as well. The cost to join Community Recreation & Wellness is $20.00 per year and includes access to regular, free mailouts, exclusive lectures and other special events.
For more details on joining Community Recreation & Wellness please email [email protected]
In addition to the many ways we interact with families, we are pleased to announce that a Northwood Client and Family Advisory Council (CFAC) is being created!
The CFAC will advocate for clients and families by:
• Empowering clients and family members to be active participants in their care/provided services
• Working with teams by sharing their story/experience
• Being an active member of committees that help affect change, such as Policy, Occupational Health and Safety, Ethics, Research, Quality and Risk etc.
• Taking part in focus groups
• Contributing to the development of client and family education and communication material
• Demonstrating mutual respect and open communication
• Participating in the development and planning of client and family satisfaction initiatives
• Assisting in generating new program ideas to benefit patients, family members, and caregivers
We will have more information on this initiative in the New Year!
New Name for Reboom
Client & Family Advisory Council
Reboom is Now Community Recreation & Wellness
