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Weekly update for Alberta

| View in browser Weekly Update Friday, November 4, 2022 Dear Resident or Family Member, We remain committed to providing updates to our residents, families, and staff at AgeCare. As such, we are providing weekly updates to keep you all informed on what is happening in our communities and organization-wide. A Howling Good Time at Our AgeCare Sites Gift Wrapped Kindness – A Christmas to Remember AgeCare Partners with SafeCare BC to Provide Inhouse Space for Staff Training Stopping the Flu, Starts with You Recreation Calendars We’re Hiring Download Weekly Update (PDF)   A Howling Good Time at Our AgeCare Sites Residents and staff came together for a howling good time this past Halloween with a variety of activities! Pumpkin Carving Fun at AgeCare Bow Crest Pumpkin Carving Fun at AgeCare Bow Crest  Pumpkin Carving Fun at AgeCare Brandt’s Creek Mews  Halloween themed baking at AgeCare Cariboo Place Boo! Halloween fun at AgeCare Mount Ida Mews Boo! Halloween fun at AgeCare Mount Ida Mews Boo! Halloween fun at AgeCare Mount Ida Mews Boo! Halloween fun at AgeCare Mount Ida Mews Boo! Halloween fun at AgeCare Mount Ida Mews Boo! Halloween fun at AgeCare Mount Ida Mews Boo! Halloween fun at AgeCare Mount Ida Mews Pumpkin Puppy Kisses at AgeCare Glenmore  Costume photo shoot at AgeCare Glenmore  Incredible spooky background at AgeCare Glenmore Halloween Parade at AgeCare Midnapore AgeCare Valleyview residents getting into the Halloween spirit AgeCare Valleyview residents getting into the Halloween spirit AgeCare Valleyview staff getting into the Halloween spirit AgeCare Valleyview staff getting into the Halloween spirit AgeCare Valleyview staff getting into the Halloween spirit AgeCare Valleyview staff getting into the Halloween spirit  AgeCare Columbia staff getting into the Halloween spirit  AgeCare Columbia staff getting into the Halloween spirit  Spooky baked goods for snacking at AgeCare Sandringham  A spook-tacular great time boo-wling at AgeCare Sandringham A great time boo-wling at AgeCare Sandringham   Gift Wrapped Kindness A Christmas to Remember With the holiday approaching, AgeCare is preparing to launch our ‘A Christmas to Remember’ campaign that involves the collection and delivery of anonymous gifts to seniors who may be isolated or don’t have loved ones near by.   The campaign, currently run at five of our Alberta sites, provides the opportunity for people to nominate seniors in need, as well as the opportunity to purchase a gift for a lonely or financially-challenged senior.   In previous years, with the dedication of staff and volunteers, this initiative has been tremendously successful, and uplifting for all those who give and receive.   In the coming weeks we will bring you more stories and updates on the campaign that launches on November 14th.   To learn more, please visit A Christmas to Remember \| #CareThisChristmas (agecare.ca).   AgeCare Partners with SafeCare BC to Provide Inhouse Space for Staff Training SafeCare BC is an industry leader, providing educational services, injury prevention and safety training for long-term care, home support workers, independent living staff, as well as students entering the field of continuing care.   “This is a natural fit – having this phenomenal training and education service inhouse at AgeCare is a win-win for everyone. It demonstrates our commitment to serve the public in a greater capacity, it provides added access to training and education in our own facilities, and ultimately it ensures we are equipping AgeCare with the best possible tools to help keep staff and residents safe and well,” said Jennifer Grusing, AgeCare Director, Education and Skills Development.   Jenn LeSage, Program and Facilitator Support Lead for SafeCare BC says their organization is equally excited about the partnership with AgeCare.   “Our goal is to lower injury rates to ensure everyone goes home from work safely. With AgeCare providing us with permanent locations it will allow us to provide much-needed education and workshops throughout interior BC and the lower mainland.”   A grand opening of all SafeCare BC training centres in AgeCare will take place at AgeCare’s Monashee Mews in Lumby, BC on November 18.  Stopping the Flu, Starts with You Additionally, all seniors older than 65 can get a free enhanced influenza vaccine this year. Enhanced influenza vaccines (FLUZONE® High-Dose Quadrivalent) give seniors better protection against influenza than standard-dose vaccines. Enhanced influenza vaccines stimulate stronger immune responses, compensating for the natural weakening of the immune system that occurs with age. You may call ahead to your pharmacy or physician's office to confirm if they will be offering the influenza vaccine this fall. Albertans are encouraged to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and influenza for the most effective protection this fall. The COVID-19 booster program continues, and Alberta's annual influenza (flu) vaccine campaign will begin in mid-October.   With the start of the respiratory illness season, it is expected that COVID-19 cases will increase as more people gather indoors. In addition, we need to be prepared for the possibility of an influenza surge following two years of low influenza rates due to public health restrictions that reduced travel and socialization. At AgeCare, we will be hosting immunization clinics for our residents and staff to help prevent the spread of influenza. Learn more about the Influenza vaccine by visiting albertahealthservices.ca/influenza   Recreation Calendars Our recreation team works hard to create engaging activities that enrich the mind, body and spirit. We are continuously looking for ways to reduce the risk of transmission while having the least impact on our residents' well-being. Please note that communities with an exposure or outbreak may have different recreation restrictions. Contact your community or sign up for email updates to stay informed on the latest information. For our AgeCare communities from Revera, your Activity Pro Family Portal is still available for you to access. You can log in with your usual username and password at online.activitypro.net/users/login/agecare.   If you are a current resident family member and don't yet have a username and password to access your loved one's Activity Pro page, please contact the community directly and ask to speak to the recreation team. They walk you through the steps needed to access the family portal. View the Recreation Calendars for your AgeCare Community: AgeCare Bow Crest AgeCare Columbia AgeCare Glenmore AgeCare Jasper Place AgeCare Mckenzie Towne AgeCare Midnapore AgeCare Miller Crossing AgeCare Mount Royal AgeCare Orchard Manor AgeCare Riverview AgeCare Sagewood AgeCare Seton AgeCare Skypointe AgeCare South Terrace AgeCare Sunrise Gardens AgeCare Valleyview AgeCare Walden Heights   We’re Hiring Did you know AgeCare is hiring? Great opportunities for caring people. From health care aides to food services to recreation to administration and more, we are looking for dedicated and caring individuals. If you or someone you know is looking for an exciting new opportunity, check out our careers page at www.agecare.ca/careers AgeCare, 19655 Walden Blvd SE, Calgary, Alberta T2X 0N7, Canada, 403-873-3200 Unsubscribe Manage preferences |
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