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Videos & Presentations
Beacons of Hope: Inspiring Families Amidst COVID-19
Julian Morelli, a dedicated family member to a family member living in long-term care has made many efforts to speak up for the care and safety of residents across the province. In a conversation with FCO staff, he shares the steps leading to secure a donation of PPE and strategies for families to get involved and make a difference in their long-term care communities.
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Visiting your loved ones in care homes during COVID-19 (Therapeutic Recreation Ontario)
Created by Therapeutic Recreation Ontario, this resource provides suggestions for visiting family in long-term care homes during COVID-19. Families are encouraged to learn about the home’s policies, explore virtual visits, window visits or sending flowers, cards or gifts.
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Videos & Presentations
Patient Ombudsman Webinar: Patient Ombudsman & Long-term Care Complaints
With the escalation of COVID-19, many family members are seeking guidance and support in having their long-term related concerns heard. Families have the opportunity to learn about the complaint process, ask questions and gain answers from the Patient Ombudsman.
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Videos & Presentations
Courageously Living Through COVID-19 Together: Residents and Families (OARC & FCO June 8 2020)
OARC’s Executive Director and FCO’s executive director discuss this unprecedented time in our long-term care sector recognizing how COVID-19 has shaken us and how we have risen to the challenge with grace and courage by harnessing collaborative relationships to find solutions and support.
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Documents & Reports
Courageously Living Through COVID-19 Together: Residents and Families (OARC & FCO Webinar Q & A Document)
A document providing written answers to questions regarding COVID-19 & Long-term care asked by those attending the OARC & FCO webinar on 15th, 2020.
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Videos & Presentations
Wishstone Presentation Slide Deck: Compassionate End of Life Planning & Care Support
With the escalation of COVID-19, many families with loved ones in long-term care are dealing with the possibility of needing palliative care and end of life care. Wishstone founders discuss the reality of having a loved one at end of life, strategies to maintain a loving connection during the dying process and suggestions to support navigating grief and loss.