In long-term care it is increasingly apparent that who is on shift is just as important as how many staff are on shift. Quality care is difficult to achieve when we do not routinely engage with one another in a positive, or civil, manner.
An online, self-paced course empowering healthcare professionals, caregivers, and families with accessible and practical, person-centred dementia education. Anytime. Anywhere.
Psychological health and safety, often called workplace mental health, encompasses principles and practices to foster a supportive, respectful, and psychologically safe work environment.
WorkSafeBC is holding a second public hearing this month on proposed changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation related to combustible dusts.
Amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR), Part 5: Chemical Agents and Biological Agents – Emergency Planning came into effect on February 3, 2025. Changes include additional requirements to minimize the risk, likelihood, and harm caused by an emergency involving hazardous substances. Hazardous substances include biological, chemical or physical hazards that may reasonably […]
We explored the nature and severity of workplace bullying amongst care aides working in long-term care homes. Explore the infographic to see what we learned.
Examining workplace incivility and bullying in long-term care
We explored the nature and severity of workplace bullying amongst care aides working in long-term care homes. Explore the infographic to see what we learned.
We explored the nature and severity of workplace bullying amongst care aides working in long-term care homes. Explore the infographic to see what we learned.
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Examining workplace incivility and bullying in long-term care
We explored the nature and severity of workplace bullying amongst care aides working in long-term care homes. Explore the infographic to see what we learned.
Dedicated to providing the best care in BC's long-term care or home health sectors, but find yourself navigating the daily drain of workplace incivility? Those seemingly small acts – such as eye-rolling, hushed gossip, or feeling ignored – can create a heavy atmosphere, impacting both team morale and your well-being. You're not imagining it, and you're not alone. We see you, and we're here with practical tools to help you and your team foster a truly respectful, supportive, and psychologically safer workplace. Learn how to turn the tide on incivility and create a more positive environment for everyone.
Dementia is an umbrella term with many subtypes such as Alzheimer’s disease, vasculardementia and frontal-temporal dementia. The most common type (64%) is Alzheimer’s disease.
It often starts small. A co-worker cuts you off during a report. Someone ignores your “good morning.” A team member sends a blunt message with no context. It’s not as obvious as yelling or name-calling, but something about it sits heavy. It’s part of a growing wave of workplace incivility. It may go unnoticed by […]
Dedicated to providing the best care in BC's long-term care or home health sectors, but find yourself navigating the daily drain of workplace incivility? Those seemingly small acts – such as eye-rolling, hushed gossip, or feeling ignored – can create a heavy atmosphere, impacting both team morale and your well-being. You're not imagining it, and you're not alone. We see you, and we're here with practical tools to help you and your team foster a truly respectful, supportive, and psychologically safer workplace. Learn how to turn the tide on incivility and create a more positive environment for everyone.
This safety huddle aims to foster a positive work environment for healthcare workers by promoting civility and respect. It aims to help staff define civility and respect, understand the impact of uncivil behaviour on individuals, teams, and resident/client care, and identify strategies for respectful communication and constructive responses to disrespect.
Neurodiversity celebration week (March 17 to March 23, 2025) is a great opportunity to make a difference by creating more supportive, inclusive spaces, as neurodivergence is more common than many realize. In fact, it's estimated that about two million Canadians, roughly five percent of the population, are neurodivergent (2024). Most – if not all – […]
We strive to empower those working in the continuing care sector to create safer, healthier workplaces by fostering a culture of safety through evidence-based education, leadership, and collaboration.
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