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February and March
ISSUE
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Volume 26, Issue 90
A message from the Director of Clinical Programs —
Resident Care Staff Changes
“Bad” year for influenza
There are a number of staff changes happening
over the next couple of months. Sheilagh McIvor, Social Worker working on A - level, is retiring, her last day of work will be February 20th.
Sheilagh has been an active part of our Interdisciplinary Team since 2003.
At the writing of this note, we have declared our
first ever Influenza outbreak on West Coast
Lodge (B3). The strain of the flu that we have
here is not the same circulating in other facilities. We have Influenza B. This strain is less
virulent then the more common Influenza A that
is causing havoc in other Long-term care and
acute care units. For the most part, residents are
feeling a bit better a few days after exhibiting
symptoms. We are implementing enhanced
infection control protocols and closing B3 to
visitors and admissions. These increased precautions will help decrease the chances it will
spread to other areas and the community.
After more than 11 years, Josee McGeough,
physical therapist for the Lodge and Veterans
Health Centre will be leaving us on February
24th to take another position with the Ministry
of Health.
Kathy DeBruin, auxiliary RN, will also be
retiring at the end of February. Kathy has been
a member of The Lodge at Broadmead staff
since the doors opened in 1995. Kathy worked
as a RN Lodge Nurse for many years, then
retired and has been working as an axillary
ever since. Happy re-retirement Kathy!
If you have not already received your annual
influenza immunization, it is not too late. There
continue to be influenza immunization clinics in
the community. Please refer to the Island Health
Flu website for more information about clinic
times and places:
As of February 2nd, Al Vandergoot (B - Level
Team Leader) will be taking on the Clinical
Resource Nurse (CRN) role. The CRN position
has been vacant since June 2014 when I became
acting DOC. For the past six months, the duties
assigned to this role have been delegated to
other team members. To replace Al as B - Level
Team Leader, Kristi Osguthorpe (A - Level
Team Leader) will be moving to B - Level and
Lisa Zickmantel (Night RN) will be temporarily
replacing Kristi on A-Level. These moves are in
preparation for further changes in the nursing
structure at The Lodge. Stay tuned.
http://www.viha.ca/visit/flu.htm
Thank you for helping us to protect the residents. If you would like more information or
have questions, please contact Al Vandergoot,
RN (Clinical Resource Nurse)……….. and
remember, please wash your hands.
Jim Oldnall, RN, BSN, GNC (c)
Director of Clinical Programs
(250) 658-3239
[email protected]
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Shred-A-Thon – The Big Shred
Saturday February 21, 2015 from 9 am to 1 pm in the
Lodge at Broadmead Parking Lot.
Bring your shredding – tax information, secret letters, legal stuff
and watch it disappear before your eyes. IDSS will once again bring
their shredding truck to the Lodge and volunteers will happily carry
your boxes of shredding from your car to the truck. Spring cleaning
done early! Suggested donation is $8 a box.
For more information, please call Shannon at 250-658-3274 or send
her an email at [email protected].
Thank you !
Volunteer Ruby Anniversary!
February 18 is a very special ruby anniversary for a much loved volunteer. Pat
Robertson has been leading an evening Sing-Along activity since she began volunteering
at Tillicum Lodge 40 years ago! The Lodge at Broadmead opened almost 20 years ago;
since that time, Pat has been providing her fun family Sing-Along activities in the Oak
Room. She has linked us to the community through many special guests and family
members who have joined her over the years and she continues to keep us connected.
We cannot begin to express our gratitude to Pat. She has made a
difference in the lives of countless residents, family members, staff, clients, and
volunteers over all these years. Happy Anniversary Pat!
You are an inspiration to us all!
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Thank you Rudi!
Many thanks to everyone who has participated
in Rudi’s Matching Gift Campaign. Rudi’s initial
offer to match all donations up to $20,000 was
reached in two days! He then increased his
challenge to $50,000 which was matched in early
December. His next challenge of $70,000
was matched on December 31st.
Rudi has now issued a $100,000 challenge – he
will match all gifts up until March 31, 2015, to
a total donation from him of $100,000. Please
consider sending a gift to help meet this goal.
Most of the money raised will be used to
purchase overhead ceiling lifts for the residents
at the Lodge. These lifts make transferring more
comfortable, secure and dignified for residents
and make caregiving easier for staff by easing
the physical load of care and increasing
accessibility to lifts whenever they are needed.
Breaking news – as of February 13, 2015,
Rudi’s $100,000 matching gift challenge has
been met. A total of $100,736.70 has been
donated, bringing the total raised – after Rudi’s
contribution – to $201,473.30.
Thank you everyone!
Broadmead Care Annual Golf Tournament
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Friday May, 1 2015
Uplands Golf Course
Shotgun start 11:30 am
Golf and Dinner $145
Join us for the 12th Annual Broadmead Care Golf Tournament presented by the
Commissionaires. Win prizes and have a great day of golf while raising funds for
overhead lifts at The Lodge at Broadmead. Hole sponsorships are also available
starting at $250. For information, please call Shannon at 250-658-3274, or send
her an email at [email protected].
Thank you!
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Round the corner there may wait
A new road, or a secret gate
After over 12 years at the Lodge including time with the Veterans Health
Centre, I’m making a very positive choice to retire. My last day of work
will be February 20th. Numerous interests are calling as well as the voices
and energy of two wonderful young grandchildren, with a 3rd on the way.
It has been a privilege and an honour to work with residents, clients, and
their family members – past and current. I take with me a sense of gratitude and memories of rich
and inspiring encounters with so many.
I am also grateful to know that my Social Work position for the A Level Lodges will be filled by my valued colleague, Tracy Koebel who has been the Social Worker for the B Level Lodges since 2007. She
will move to my office on A1 and take over my phone number. The lodge is in the process of
hiring a new Social Worker who will then take over the B level Social Work position.
Sheilagh McIvor
Family Council Meeting Dates:
February 26th from 11:00 to 12:30 pm
in the Training Room.
Family Council Update:
Facilitator: Tracy Koebel, Social Worker
The Lodge at Broadmead Family Council meets
on the 4th Thursday of each month from 11:00
am to 12:30 pm. The Council is a forum for family members of residents to share their experiences, participate in educational opportunities and
exchange information. This includes having
guest speakers from various community agencies
and from within the Lodge, and sessions that encourage wellness for group participants.
Topic: Tips for effective communication
with individuals with Alzheimer’s disease
and other Dementias.
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March 26th from 11:00 to 12:30 pm in the
Training Room.
For more information please contact Tracy Koebel,
B Level Social Worker at 250 658-3256, or via
email at: [email protected]
Guest: Pauline Meglaughlin and Alice Lou,
Lodge Dietitians
Topic: Eating Well, Aging Well: Healthy
Eating for Seniors
All family & friends of residents are welcome
Please RSVP to Tracy if you plan to attend!
All Family and Friends are welcome!
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Volunteer Services Update
Current Volunteer Opportunities:
Are You a Retired from the Health Care Field? - We need volunteers with strong communication skills and knowledge of the health
system to volunteer for one shift a week to accompany Nigel House
residents via handyDart to medical, optical and dental appointments.
This role is flexible for time availability. This is a great need at the
moment.
One to One Community Outings and Visits- Are you up for some
fun in the community? So are Nigel House residents. All that is
missing is you, and your enthusiasm and companionship!
Gift Shop - Do you enjoy socializing, providing good customer
service and operating a cash register? We have shifts open for on
call volunteers from Monday to Friday 9:15am—3:30pm,
and a regular Thursday morning shift.
Tea and Happy Hour Servers
We are looking for a few more volunteers that enjoy a party and like
to provide good customer service! This role is open on Wednesday,
Thursday, and Friday from 2:30-3:45pm.
There are always many more opportunities than we have room
to list. Please share the word about our volunteer opportunities with
those that you know. Volunteering at Broadmead Care is meaningful
and lots of fun. We have about 200 people of all ages and back
grounds who will tell you that from their own personal experience!
If you or someone you know is interested, please contact me at
250-658-3205 or [email protected]. On line
volunteer application forms can be completed on our website at
www.broadmeadcare.com
Wanted
Our volunteer and resident Knitting Group is
running low on yarn. If you have any yarn leftover
from your holiday projects, they would appreciate
your donation! You may leave knitting supplies
with Debbie or Dawn at the front reception
desk at The Lodge.
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Creative Arts
The Creative Arts studio would like to thank all those who generously
donated new and lightly used greeting cards - many of them helped us
contribute to the festive feelings around The Lodge at Broadmead,
becoming ornaments for the many trees that sprouted up for
the month of December. If you happened to find yourself in
the Oak Room at the end of December, you may have seen our
partridge in a pear tree installation. Our loyal papier-mâché
tree from the studio is dressed up for various occasions
throughout the year, and during the most recent holiday
season, it played host to beautiful resident-made watercolour
pears. Residents were invited to view the tree, share a carol or
two and select the pair of their choice to keep. For spring, the
tree will be adorned with special Valentine’s Day card. Each
card features a miniature version of resident artwork on the
front of the envelope. Inside each envelope resides a short
quote from a resident, sure to put a smile on your face. We
invite you to bring your family member to the Oak Room in
February to pick an envelope from the tree.
We wish the residents, families and friends a healthy and
cheerful spring!
Reminder
National Tribute for Second World War Veterans
To mark the 75th anniversary of Canada’s engagement in the Second World
War, beginning September 10th, all living Canadian Veterans of the Second
World War are eligible to receive a limited edition commemorative lapel pin
and a personalized certificate of recognition.
Request forms are available online at veterans.gc.ca and by calling Veterans
Affairs Canada (VAC) at 1-866-522-2122.
Application forms will also be available at the main reception desk.
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