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Naveen Sharma (right) helps Dean Myers, resident, work on his arm strength.

Residents overcome depression, social isolation thanks to gym

The average long-term care resident spends up to 65 per cent of the day alone in their room. Often, less movement ...

October 11, 2017

(From left) John Tyler and Mike Cunningham have been board members of the C.O.L.D. Club for many years.

Helping those with respiratory disease breathe easy

For decades, respiratory disease has ranked as one of the top five leading causes of death for Canadians. In the mid-'80s, ...

October 9, 2017

Abbey, a Maltese dog, visits with Joanne Boyce, a patient on the Grey Nuns palliative unit.

Four-legged care team

Pet therapy has proven health benefits and can help patients and residents cope with a variety of physical and mental health challenges.

October 2, 2017

Emergency rooms help create safety net for human trafficking victims

One of the biggest myths about human trafficking—whether it be sex, labour or organ trafficking—is that it’s only a problem in ...

September 28, 2017

Respecting wishes leads to a peaceful end

How one patient’s voice is heard and her care plan is followed through

September 26, 2017

Residents at St. Joseph’s Home enjoy all types of activities.

St. Joseph's Home brings a community together

Living with others helps fight isolation and loneliness

September 25, 2017

A collection of octopuses waiting to be handed out

Crocheted comfort in the NICU

Premature babies in intensive care are comforted by stuffed octopuses

September 18, 2017

Signs of change in palliative care

Bill C-277 is headed for second reading by the Senate this fall

September 11, 2017

Meaningful conversations

Advance care planning begins at the family dinner table

September 11, 2017

Always leave a lamp on

New tools help teams address special needs of the dying and their families

August 31, 2017