A Word From Carol July begins with our Canada Day acknowledgments providing an opportunity to reflect on our great country. General Rick Hillier says, “We won the lottery by being born in Canada.” He was right.

Many of our residents are part of the Greatest Generation. They led, supported or witnessed how Canada won and promoted peace; advanced technology; innovated, and invested with their head, heart and hands in what Canada has become. Each of our residents has a story. We are blessed to be able to care for them as they contributed so much to our nation and quality of life.

July will be another busy month with special events and seasonal treats. I hope all that are able will take the opportunity to get outside to enjoy our paths and gardens and the long-awaited warmth of summer. For staff, I hope you will enjoy some much-deserved vacation time with your families and friends. On behalf of the Leadership(management) Team, I want to thank all of you, our care team, our volunteers and families for making our St. Joseph’s a safe, caring home for our residents. Have a healthy and safe summer! Carol

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Celebrating July****

Summer Concerts

July 4, 11,31

Summer BBQ July 10

Hymn Sing

July 15

Birthday Party July 18

Zoo to You

July 25

Summer Fair July 26

Café

July 26

****All events Subject to

change due to Outbreak

July 2019 Newsletter

Volunteers/Students

Volunteer “Souper Hero” Lunch Delicious soup, wraps and ice cream sundaes fed our “souper” volunteers.

Dee hard at work Well fed volunteers Icecream for all!

Lots more pictures on the Blog- https://sjfltc.com/category/blog/

Staff Corner Employee of the Month: Amanda Ellis – Dietary Those in the care-giving occupations do some of the most rewarding and vital work in todays world. Some days the workload can seem overwhelming and the ability to maintain composure will be compromised. The Employee Assistance Program gives you access to free and professional counselling to help you deal with whatever concerns are reducing your ability to enjoy and cope with life events. See Human Resources Manager Ray McGill, for further information on the EAP program. We care about your well being. Let us help. Education: In service Care Planning – Daily July 8-12 – All registered Staff at 1030h and 1430h – Boardroom Surge Learning: On going.

It is with great pleasure that we welcome five new members to our Home in Recreation and Nursing for the summer months! Please welcome our new Canadian Summer Jobs (CSJ) employees when you see them in the halls! Nursing Assistants: Rebekah Irwin and Stefanie Zwicker

Activity Assistants: Bria Pigeon and Grace Frank Volunteen Coordinator: Tori Reynolds We are looking forward to a fun filled summer with lots of great events happening and many walks in the great outdoors! If you are interested in Volunteering or being a Volunteen for the summer contact: Deanna Archer 705-743-4744 ext 3036. Make a difference-Volunteer!

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Code Black

A Code Black will be called in response to a Bomb threat and

or any other threat made against the Home.

Staff responsibility: Remain or Return to Assigned Home area via stairwell and report to the Care Center or to your Department Heads office.

• DO NOT touch any suspicious object • Do Not Use: Elevators, Phones, Radios, or Pagers • Cell phones or pagers could set off a bomb • Know where your smokers are? • Await further instructions by a Registered Staff member and or

Emergency Personnel • If you received the threat, try to remember as much of the

conversation as you possibly can.

Resident and Family responsibility: • Always let Nursing know where you are going or where you are

taking your loved one. Remember to sign in and out at reception. • DO NOT touch any suspicious object • Do Not Use: Elevators, Phones, Radios, or Pagers • If visiting remain in room and take direction from the staff. • If an evacuation is required have you provided updated contacts and

phone numbers if the home must evacuate?

Staff Perspective

Meet Cindy Doris

As Manager of Quality and Education, my role in the home is supportive. Quality: I track, analyze, and interpret quality indicators that show how we are succeeding in quality improvement areas, identify where we may be able to improve performance, and suggest areas for further review. This data is obtained through internal tracking of items such as falls, rates of infections, transfers to ER and admissions to hospitals. All mandated comprehensive resident reviews conducted on admission, quarterly, annually or following a significant change in resident condition are assessed by me for accuracy and completion and are then submitted to the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI). It is data compiled from CIHI that forms the basis of a good portion of the Ministry Funding provided to the Home. I also compile the annual Quality Improvement Plan with input from the various programs. After Home Board review it is submitted to Health Quality Ontario for public review. The annual Resident/Family Survey is also part of my job. That survey will be distributed within the next few weeks to all residents or their POA. Education: I take an active role in the hiring process for staff coming into the nursing department and provide general orientation to all new staff. Student placements are coordinated through me to ensure all students in the Home meet the requirements necessary for working in a Long-Term Care Home. I help with coordinating some education events and track the completion of education and attendance at these events. I also provide education support for the Nursing Staff. As a part of the Nursing Leadership Team I provide back-up and support to the rest of the leadership team, helping with planning and development.

**********Notice************ Due to Enteric Outbreak the Evacuation for June 25 will be postponed to

Tuesday July 9th at 10am provided we are in the clear!

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Residents’ Council Minutes Highlights June 7, 2019

Chairpersons: Kim Blodget and Matthew Post 3.1 Carol Rodd – CEO Report

• All staff have started from June 4th-20th participating in the mandatory education required (4 hours) of mandatory Education training.

• Spring clean-up is underway throughout the home areas.

• We submitted our Annual Conformance to Quality Report (ACQR) to CARF International and our report will be reviewed by our resource specialist, Sherri Schamel.

5. Residents’ Right # 27 – Bringing people to meetings “Every resident has the right to have any friend, family member, or other person of importance to the resident attend any meeting with the licensee (the management) or staff of the home.”

6. Emergency Code Review: Code Black – Bomb Threat “A bomb threat emergency is occurring, or a bomb threat has been called in, requiring full search of the home.” 8.2 OARC in Action Newsletter – Available in Library. 9.2 Updated Mission, Vision, Values & Motto: Vision: Providing purpose, dignity, and individual choice to ensure the well-being of each person we serve. Mission: Building the legacy of the Sisters of St. Joseph, St. Joseph’s at Fleming will provide compassionate person-centered long-term care support to ensure the care and comfort of each of our residents. Values: Selflessness, Integrity, Compassion. Motto: Influencing lives through, living, learning, and caring. 10.2 Gardens – the gardens are looking lovely. John Gray and the Recreation department have done a great job. 11. Open Mike: Penny - Reminder to everyone to please cover their mouths while coughing. Matthew - concerned about 2 leaks coming from the sprinklers outside. Lisa Bruinsma to follow up with environmental services. 12. Door Prize: Won by Kim Blodgett

Resident News and Views

The Turtle The turtle lives twixt plated decks Which practically conceal its sex.

I think it clever of the turtle In such a fix to be so fertile.

Ogden Nash 1931

Poetry selection and Illustration Kim Krenz

“You are only young once, but you can stay immature indefinitely”.

Frederic Ogden Nash was an American poet well known for his light verse, of which he wrote over 500 pieces. With his unconventional rhyming schemes, he was declared the country's best-known producer of humorous poetry.

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Memories of Staying Cool in summer Pathway Balcony Patio All we need is a pool!

Marg… A nice refreshing swim in the pool or lake. Harry… A nice spot in the shade with a cold drink. June… A jump in nice cool, clear water. Brenda… Dancing in the rain. Gwen… A dive into the pool! Cool trio Judy… A glass of cold water, ice cream shady spot sundaes, and popsicles! Joy…A nice long ride with the windows rolled all the way down Jean…An ice cold glass of coke with lots of ice. Kim B…A nice cold beer! Elaine…A nice cup of ice cold well water. Owen…A nice glass of juice and some shade John…Going for a swim off the beach in the cool water frog pond Eric…Starts with a b and ends in an r and its gotta be ice cold. Harry…A nice cold drink of lemonade.

Alex’s Summer Party Patio and Garden

Memories of June - See Blog for more photos https://sjfltc.com/category/blog/

Volunteer “Souper Lunch”

Super Hero Party Super Cup Cakes Ros at Father’s Day James and Linda

D-Day Clothing Sale Home Uniforms? Margaret and Tao

Our lovely grounds finally blossoming Spot the frog! Lush greenery

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Canada Day

On July 1, 1867, the British North Americas Act created the Dominion of Canada as a federation of four provinces. This event is known as the confederation of Canada. The four original provinces were created from the former British colonies of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and the Province of Canada, which was divided into the provinces of Quebec and Ontario. Canada's boundaries have been extended since 1867. The country now consists of 10 provinces and three territories. On June 20, 1868, the Governor General proclaimed that Canadians should celebrate the anniversary of the confederation. July 1 became a holiday, known as Dominion Day, in 1879. However, no official celebrations were held until the 50th anniversary in 1917 and the 60th anniversary in 1927. After World War II, Dominion Day was celebrated more frequently, and more events were organized by the national government. After the centenary of the confederation in 1967, Dominion Day events became more widespread. July 1 became popularly known as Canada Day. The date was also officially known as Canada Day from 1983 onwards. In the province of Quebec, many home leases start on July 1 and last for exactly one year. Hence, many people in Quebec spend Canada Day moving their possessions from one house to another. In this province, Canada Day is also known as Moving Day. In the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, July 1 is also Memorial Day. This commemorates the heavy loss of life in the Newfoundland Regiment on the first day of the Battle of the Somme during World War I. In Newfoundland and Labrador, the morning of July 1 is usually somber. Flags are flown at half-mast and memorial services are held at cenotaphs. In the afternoon, Canada Day celebrations in the province are similar to those in the rest of the country. Join the New Canadians Centre on July 1 at Del Crary Park in Peterborough! This year’s festival will include international food vendors from Peterborough city and county, craft vendors, multicultural sports, performances, and activities for the whole family. The festival is a great coming-together of the community to celebrate Peterborough and Canada’s rich cultural diversity.

Matthew Post is a true steward of the environment. He loves our gardens

and when he goes outside, he is always equipped with the

tools he needs to pick up after those who litter. One of

the most offending pieces of trash is the cigarette butt. If

people only knew how harmful these little bits of tobacco

and filter are, they might think twice about thoughtlessly

dropping them on the ground. They not only find their

way into waterways leaving a trail of toxins and

chemicals but can also be swallowed by small animals or

even children who mistake them for food. If we were all as mindful as Matthew

this would indeed be a better world. Keep our gardens beautiful. Don’t litter!

Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration

St. Joseph’s at Fleming held its first Indigenous Peoples Day celebration on June 21st. Deanna Harrison, Saulteaux Ojibway from Treaty 3 territory and our own Matthew Post lead us through a smudging ceremony, teaching us its meaning and spiritual significance. Deanna, a traditional drummer and singer, is also an accomplished artist. She has given us an exquisite quilt to hang in our Home. It features a Medicine Wheel in the centre surrounded by Celtic imagery. This represents the two cultures in harmony. We have given it a place of prominence in our chapel. Chi-miigwech Deanna, biwabamishinam Menawah. (Thank you very much Deanna, come see us again.)

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Word Search

Canadian Jokes

Q: What are the 2 seasons in Canada? A: Winter and July Q: What Dr. Seuss book do they read every morning in Canada? A: Tim Hortons Hears a Who. Q: How many Canadians does it take to change a light bulb? A: None. They don’t change lightbulbs; they try to accept them the way they are.

Tired of Losing Hearing Aids? Loss of hearing is a significant contributor to depression in the senior population. Hearing aids are often getting lost or misplaced. Consider buying hearing aid clips to secure those delicate and expensive instruments. Ask your audiologist about it. They’ll have whatever brand best suits your needs!

Residents, Family, Visitors and Staff

Summer heat is coming!!!!!

Believe it or not the summer weather is coming and there are some things

that Residents, Families, Visitors and Staff need to know when there is a

summer heat advisory or just a very hot day.

Ensure there is a good broad brimmed hat and sunscreen in your room.

Wear them if you are going outside.

Keep window in Resident rooms not only closed but locked down.

Close curtains and blinds.

Drink lots of water – water is always available on the tea cart and at meals.

Ice water is set out at each servery.

Courtyards may be locked.

Stay in the shade outside as much as possible.

Why do we ask you to Sign in and Out at Reception? 1. Security – the safety and security of your loved one is our primary concern. No one should be in this building without signing in. This is about your loved one’s safety. 2. Emergency - in the case of fire or any other type of emergency the Charge Nurse immediately retrieves the sign - in logs at reception. We need to know who is in and/or out of the building. This is critical to the safety of all our residents. 3. Parking – occasionally, we do a sweep around the parking lots and inform owners that we will have them towed if they are not registered with us. It is important to sign in if you don’t wish to be towed.