Spectrum Leadership Spotlight – Meet Kim!
At Spectrum Health Care, Kim champions this through our "Kindle a One-Team Approach" leadership competency, bringing it to life every single day!
Resources
Mental health tips for seniors
As we get older, there are a lot of things that we need to keep track of and take care of. We worry about our physical bodies, and we also worry about our minds. What can we do in order to keep our mind sharp as we get old? Why is it so important for us to take care of our minds as well as our bodies?
Are we paying enough attention?
Elder abuse is on the rise; according to the United Nations, elder abuse is a global social issue which affects millions of older people around the world. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 1 in 6 people over the age of 60 experience some form of abuse or other in their community.
Senior Moments episode 3: stereotypical senior...or not
Slowing energy level, declining mental health and diminishing libido? These seniors debunk some of the common myths about aging!
Senior Moments episode 4: taking a look back
What would you do differently if you could relive your youth all over again? Our Senior Companions take a look back and share their important life lessons. Watch part 4 of our 5 part Senior Moments web series
Proper foot care 101
As we get older so do our feet, and they need special care. Even though they are hidden away in socks and shoes, our feet are an important part of staying active and healthy, and are a key indicator too of our general health.
Show your heart some love
Your heart beats approximately 100,000 times per day and is arguably the hardest working muscle in your body. This Heart Month, we look at 5 ways you can make healthy lifestyle choices. Here are tips on how you can show your heart some love.
Today is World Cancer Day
Today on World Cancer Day, we unite in our fight against this global epidemic. Together we can work to reduce cancer risk factors and improve diagnosis, treatment and palliative care. Together we show our support of #WorldCancerDay.
Recruitment fraud warning
It has come to our attention that individuals have made fictitious online job postings purporting to be made by Spectrum Health Care (“Spectrum”), with the apparent intent of luring prospective applicants to websites that purport to be operated by Spectrum. Such postings and websites are fraudulent.
What's new with Spectrum Health Care Foundation?
Spectrum Health Care Foundation has been doing big things! Our foundation has been actively involved with many organizations that provide services to children, youth and adults across the GTA. Here is what we have been up to so far this year.
Summer is not over yet
It's August already but summer is not over yet! Are you planning your next vacation? Be sure to take the necessary precautions when you are going on your holiday. We’ve compiled some of the top 3 ways you can be prepared for any summer excursion.