At Equinoxe, we pride ourselves on our quality of care.  We also take great pride in our commitment to remaining and our ability to remain au courant in terms of the most up-to-date research in the field of case management.  As we have known since our inception, the concept and practice of case management is not just ideologically sound but is an efficient and effective model of patient care.

To read more about patient-centered care and the ways in which this model can produce a win-win outcome for patients and for the health care system at large, click on the following link to the July/August 2011 of Case In Point magazine:

http://www.dorlandhealth.com/print/case_management/cip_magazine/Patient-Centered-Care-The-New-Definition-of-Case-Management_1866.html

 Requirements:

• 5-7  years experience preferred
• English and French language skills
• Flexible hours
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Detail-oriented
• Professional in appearance and demeanor
• Computer savvy (Word, Excel)
• Valid nursing license to practice in Quebec (member of the OIIQ)

Send CVs to hr@equinoxe.ca or fax to 514-935-0230. Applicants can apply in English or French.

Last week on CJAD 800 with Tommy Schnurmacher, Equinoxe’s own Care Manager, Trisha Felgar, shared some tips on how to keep cool during these hot summer months.  For the elderly population, staying cool isn’t always easy but as Trisha says, other than being prepared and keeping hydrated, there are many ways to beat the heat. 

Click below to listen to the radio broadcast.:
http://www.zshare.net/audio/9307102331288265/

Nous sommes heureux de vous présenter Danielle Pollack, la présidente d’Equinoxe soins de vie dans le magazine Premières en affaires.  L’article ci-joint présente le succès de la combinaison des soins de santé et de la technologie pour offrir une approche holistique pour les clients agées.

Danielle Pollack – Premières en Affaires

In preparation for National Advance Care Planning Day on April 12th, the following is a list of frequently asked questions from the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association.  Start planning for your future today.

What is an advance care plan?

An advance care plan is a written document that describes your wishes at the end of life, in the event that you cannot speak for yourself – but it’s also the conversation that you have with family, friends and health professionals to talk about those wishes. Your plan may include information about your values, goals and preferences for procedures that you do or don’t want to have (such as CPR or mechanical ventilation as well as other information about your care at the end of life (for example, religious rituals, being able to see a family member, dying at home or in palliative care, etc.). It should also name a Substitute Decision Maker – the person who will speak for you if you cannot.

 Who should make an advance care plan?

Every adult should make a plan. You can’t predict how or when you will die – so having a plan ensures that others know your wishes and that your voice will be heard if you cannot speak for yourself.

When is an advance care plan used?

You plan is only used if you are unable to make your own health care decisions (e.g. you are in a coma or your illness has impaired your ability to make decisions). Your representative can use it to guide your care and to express wishes on your behalf.

Can an advance care plan be changed?

Our lives – and the people around us – change over time. You will want to review your advance care plan regularly and revise it to be sure it reflects your wishes. Remember, it will only be used if you cannot speak for yourself.

Is an advance care plan the same as a Living Will?

A living will is a form of advance care planning – but it’s also important to have a conversation with those who will make decisions about your care – they may have questions about your wishes. You should also review your advance care plan regularly to be sure that it still reflects your feelings, beliefs and values about end of life care. Each province and territory has specific legislation to support the documentation of advance care plans.

If you have any more questions about advance care planning or how you can start the conversation with your family, call Equinoxe at 514-935-2600 or email info@equinoxe.ca.