Discovering a Quality Living Experience in Long Term Care

Home Demonstrates Value of Education Partnerships to New OLTCA CEO - Columbia Forest Waterloo

..."The incorporation of unique and innovative partnerships between long-term care homes and academic or service-focused community- based agencies, facilitates the education of our community about care of the elderly in long-term care homes," Ms. Bissondial said. "We are proud to say that it puts homes, such as Columbia Forest, at the forefront of the changing dynamics of elder care. Additionally, these partnerships promote creative and effective means of bringing the generations closer together."

Long Term Care Boss Tours Parrott Centre - John M. Parrott Centre, Napanee

On the job since June, Bisanz has been touring several of the province's long term care facilities to meet the staff as well as dispel some myths to the public.
"My opinion in that very short period of time is just how complex the sector is, in respect with the many, many, standards that are in place," says Bisanz.

Long-Term Care Leader Tours Parrott Centre - John M. Parrott Centre, Napanee

"It would be great to have our local media representatives see, as well, what really is happening in the homes and see what the homes are all about, and hear from the staff about successes and challenges, so that if in future an issue does come up, at least you've got a better understanding,"

CEO out to change misconceptions - PeopleCare, Stratford

The head of the Ontario Long Term Care Association stopped into PeopleCare Stratford Thursday to chat with residents and get a hands-on appreciation of the facility. ... She hopes to tell the public about the level of compassionate care that exists at long-term care facilities through her visits, and change what she calls public misconceptions.

New OLTCA CEO Sees how Home-Staff Partnership Increases Caregiving Skills - PeopleCare, Stratford
 
Stratford... PeopleCare Stratford highlighted for new OLTCA CEO Christina Bisanz how a partnership between the home and some of its staff, with some support from the Association, is increasing caregiving skill levels in the home. 

New OLTCA CEO Views Technology to Improve Medication Safety - Caressant Care, Arthur
 
Arthur, Carressant Care Arthur demonstrated how the use of new technology is improving medication safety in the home to new OLTCA CEO Christina Bisanz.

Home Highlights Role as Community Healthcare Partner for New OLTCA CEO - Royal Terrace, Palmerston
 
Palmerston, Royal Terrace has played a leading role as a community healthcare provider and partner in Palmerston for the last 20 years, a role they proudly highlighted to new OLTCA CEO Christina Bisanz.

New CEO Sees How Home Stepped Up to Meet Community Need - Forest Hill, Kananta
 
Forest Hill highlighted for new  OLTCA CEO Christina Bisanz how they have utilized their long term care expertise and effective partnering to help fill a care gap in the community for adults with developmental disabilities.

Long Wait Lists and Long-Term Care go Hand-in-Hand - Forest Hill, Kanata

The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care will not provide new beds for the wait list burdened industry any time soon, said Christina Bisanz, CEO of Ontario Long-Term Care Association.
"they won'T be providing top-up beds or new beds to the system," said Bisanz, adding that the province's plan is to redevelop existing homes and bring them up to current standards. More space, more privacy, and more emphasis on making the residences homes instead of institutions are all a part of the plan. 

Home Highlights Best Practice Care Program for New OLTCA CEO - the Village of Winston Park, Kitchener

Kitchener... The Village of Winston Park in Kitchener highlighted for new OLTCA CEO Christina Bisanz how their focus and partnerships with aging research is supporting innovative approaches to delivering quality resident care.

Home Shows New OLTCA CEO Their Therapy and Nutrition Resident Experience - Chateau Gardens, London

Chateau Gardens London... Staff and residents of Chateau Gardens in London showed new OLTCA  CEO Christina Bisanz how they combine restorative therapy and nutritious food as part of their total resident care experience.
Residents Grace Delainey and Verna Lemesurier
took Ms. Bisanz through their vegetable garden where the residents plant and grow tomatoes, green beans, onions and other vegetables that are then cooked and served to residents with their meals. Flowers from the garden grace the dining room tables as centre pieces.

New OLTCA CEO Sees Wound Care Best Practice Initiative in Mattawa - Algonquin Nursing Home, Mattawa
 
Mattawa... Algonquin Nursing Home (ANH) highlighted for new OLTCA CEO Christina Bisanz how their involvement in a district-wide partnership is contributing to best practice in wound care both in the home and throughout the local community.

Long-term care CEO visits - Copper Terrace LTC Facility, Chatham

The new head of the Ontario Long-Term Care Association wants to see what the situation is like on the ground.
Copper Terrace was the site of a tour yesterday, as well as a meet-and-greet with administration, staff and residents.

Long-term care in the spotlight at Roberta Place - Roberta Place, Barrie

"Every home is different and has its own characteristics but they are all consistent in one way. This is home for the residents who we help," said Bisanz, adding she is looking at long term care with "a new pair of eyes" during her visits.

Public unaware of long-term care improvements - Roberta Place, Barrie

The public's poor image of long-term care homes is one of the biggest challenges facing the sector, says the newly appointed CEO of the Ontario Long Term Care Association.
"Anyone who hasn't had direct experience with a long term care home, tends to have a negative perception," Christina Bisanz said. "Things have changed over the last 30 years, these organizations are doing amazing work."

Hilltop Manor Goes Country with new OLTCA CEO - Hilltop Manor, Merrickville

Hilltop Manor Home treated new OLTCA CEO Christina Bisanz to a tradition that residents have been enjoying for 20 years, going country with the Country Classics.
The Country Classics are a musical group from Lanark County who share their love of music, fellowship and humor with residents. This sharing is part of extensive music program provided by the home that features the Country Classics and a variety of other entertainers from the Ottawa Valley performing for, and with, the residents two to three times per week.

Home Demonstrates Commitment to Teamwork to New CEO - Heron Terrace, Windsor 
 
Heron Terrace Long Term Care Community demonstrated their commitment to teamwork as the basis for resident centered care to new  OLTCA CEO Christina Bisanz as part of a tour of the home today.

Background Materials (PDFs):
OLTCA Fact Sheet
Long Term Care in Ontario Fact Sheet 
Biography of Christina Bisanz, CEO