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
Senior Moments episode 6: super seniors vs superheroes
From Wonder Woman to Superman, watch this video to see who our Senior Companions consider their superheroes.
5 tips for taking care of your feet
With the warm weather come more opportunities to be outside in the fresh air, helping us be more active. Whether your activities are strolls around your neighbourhood or long walks at the cottage, these five tips can help you care for your feet and prevent potential issues down the road.
Senior Moments episode 5: modern day senior
It's not all Barbra Streisand and Kenny G .... these seniors like to listen to what's currently playing on the radio too! In this video, our Senior Companions tell us what it's like to be a modern day senior.
Senior Moments episode 2: seniors still got it!
Recently Seniors for Seniors Companions gave us a sneak peek into senior life and shared candid answers to some of life's Q&As. From fashion to travel to dating, these seniors show that they still have it going on!
Senior Moments episode 1: senior status
This Seniors’ Month, Spectrum Health Care and Seniors for Seniors are shining a spotlight on the amazing contributions seniors make to our communities, families and lives. Ever wonder if seniors use their age to their advantage? Watch Episode 1: Senior Status to find out!
Our nurses did it again!
The Toronto Star Nightingale Award is presented each year to an Ontario nurse who goes above and beyond to provide exceptional care. To be featured as a nominee is a tremendous honour and we have had the privilege of having over 30 nurses on the nominees list over the last 10 years.
Parkinson’s disease: tips for improving quality of life
If you are living with Parkinson’s, you may find it difficult to accomplish everyday tasks such as eating, sleeping, bathing and walking, however, there are ways to improve your safety and quality of life with these following tips.
World Health Day is today!
To commemorate World Health Day, we look at these startling statistics that show a large number of our population still lacks basic health services. #HealthForAll #WorldHealthDay #WorldHealthOrganization
It's National Carers Day!
Today on National Carers Day we recognize the hard work and dedication of caregivers and family caregivers, who take on the unpaid role of caring for someone with cognitive or physical complications. Whether you are caring for your family member or friend, we want to thank you for the hard work you do.
Know the signs of a heart attack
Last week we highlighted some important facts about heart disease. This week we will look at the common signs of a heart attack.