{"id":11131,"date":"2025-07-21T18:09:11","date_gmt":"2025-07-21T18:09:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/psw.circleofcare.com\/?p=11131"},"modified":"2025-07-21T18:09:11","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T18:09:11","slug":"inside-the-circle-july-22-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/psw.circleofcare.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/21\/inside-the-circle-july-22-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Inside the Circle &#8211; July 22, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;padding-1-percent&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;5px&#8221; column_border_color=&#8221;#fcaf17&#8243; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Highlights from this week<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Spotlight on Leadership: Circle of Care\u2019s Vision in Action<\/li>\n<li>Upcoming Events that May Impact Transit<\/li>\n<li>Need to View Your Paystub? Here\u2019s How<\/li>\n<li>Upcoming Mask Fit and CPR Sessions<\/li>\n<li>New! Dedicated Text Line for CPR Sessions<\/li>\n<li>Beat the Heat: Safety Tips for Hot Weather<\/li>\n<li>Free 3-Day Trial Membership at Goodlife Fitness<\/li>\n<li>Purchase Discounted CNE Tickets<\/li>\n<li>Protect Your Body: Use Safe Body Mechanics to Prevent Injury<\/li>\n<li>Check In with Your Body: Try the Free PainPoint App to Help Prevent Injury<\/li>\n<li>Feeling Worn Out? Let\u2019s Talk About Burnout and Available Support<\/li>\n<li>Sign Up for a Free Nutrition Labelling Online Course<\/li>\n<li>Understanding Challenging Behaviours in Dementia<\/li>\n<li>Understand Others Better by Listening with Empathy<\/li>\n<li>New Staff<\/li>\n<li>Ask Us Anything<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][heading]Spotlight on Leadership: Circle of Care\u2019s Vision in Action[\/heading][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ioBzZkgNgOU&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]We\u2019re proud to share a new video featuring our senior leadership and partners, showcasing our shared vision and collaborative approach to innovative, person-centred care. This is a celebration of the impact we make every day to help seniors live independently and with dignity across the GTA. <strong>Take a moment to watch and feel inspired by the future we\u2019re building together.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Reminders &amp; Announcements&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1749499756413{background-color: #002d72 !important;}&#8221;][heading]Upcoming Events that May Impact Transit[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;10686&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<strong>Toronto Triathlon Festival\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>When: <\/strong>July 27, 2025<\/li>\n<li><strong>Where: <\/strong>The Eastbound lanes of the Gardiner Expressway and Northbound lanes of the Don Valley Parkway will be closed, affecting traffic and transit routes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][heading]Need to View Your Paystub? 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image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<strong>Thinking about joining GoodLife Fitness, but want to try it out first? <\/strong>Great news! As part of our GoodLife corporate program, employees can access a\u00a0<strong>free 3-day trial pass<\/strong> before committing. <strong>Just head to: <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/partnerships.goodlifefitness.com\/cert\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"353\">GoodLife Trial Pass<\/a><\/strong> and enter your details.<\/p>\n<p>Still thinking about it?\u00a0<strong>Here are a few perks:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Access to 200+ clubs across Canada<\/li>\n<li>Group fitness classes for all levels<\/li>\n<li>Add up to 2 family members to your plan<\/li>\n<li>No enrolment fee + 25% corporate discount<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Ready to get started?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><u><\/u><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodlifefitness.com\/rewards.html\" data-outlook-id=\"1a645afd-cd4a-4d39-ba09-049d6a1dcf6e\">Rewards &amp; Contests | GoodLife Fitness<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<li><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodlifefitness.com\/faq.html\" data-outlook-id=\"60edd3fb-b813-4571-add4-2b7a3dd7e4f1\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) | GoodLife Fitness<\/a><\/u><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=&#8221;jumbo&#8221; button_style=&#8221;regular&#8221; button_color_2=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; color_override=&#8221;#0067b9&#8243; icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; text=&#8221;Sign Up Here&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/corporate.goodlifefitness.com\/organisation-validation.html&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][heading]<strong>Purchase Discounted CNE Tickets<\/strong>[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;10681&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Circle of Care employees are able to purchase discounted tickets to the CNE this summer <strong>(purchase by August 14 for 47% off)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>To buy tickets:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.authentigate.ca\/store\/special\/2025HH4M6F67\">Canadian National Exhibition Tickets | AuthentiGATE<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Access Code:<\/strong>\u00a02025HH4M6F67[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][heading]Protect Your Body: Use Safe Body Mechanics to Prevent Injury[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;11177&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">\n<p data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"256\"><strong data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"102\">Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)<\/strong> affect muscles, nerves, and joints, and poor body mechanics can increase your risk of developing these conditions. Using proper body mechanics helps prevent strain, injury, and fatigue.<\/p>\n<p><strong data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"291\">Tips for Good Body Mechanics:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep your lower back in a natural position.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid twisting\u2014pivot with your whole body.<\/li>\n<li>Use a wide, stable base when lifting.<\/li>\n<li>Keep your head up and shoulders back.<\/li>\n<li>Bend at the hips and knees, not at your waist.<\/li>\n<li>Hold items close to your body.<\/li>\n<li>Know your limits\u2014don\u2019t overdo it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more information, please review our <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1_xd1pXXg2yQvdJBZ2AyVMXf77xvtCZnS\/view\">Safe Operating Procedures<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1C3TerCaz1Pi_pqt1hGGtAJJM5fbi8DQE\/view\">MSD Prevention Program<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][heading]Check In with Your Body: Try the Free PainPoint App to Help Prevent Injury[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;11154&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) offers a <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">free app called PainPoint, which helps you assess areas of discomfort and provides practical tips to reduce musculoskeletal strain<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. It\u2019s a great starting point if you\u2019re curious about body mechanics or want to prevent aches before they start.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=&#8221;jumbo&#8221; button_style=&#8221;regular&#8221; button_color_2=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; color_override=&#8221;#0067b9&#8243; icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; text=&#8221;Download App Here&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.ccohs.ca\/products\/pain_point&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][heading]<strong>Feeling Worn Out? Let\u2019s Talk About Burnout and Available Support\u00a0<\/strong>[\/heading][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nnwkX6u9tFo&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<p data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"144\"><strong data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"142\">Burnout builds slowly, especially when you\u2019re always putting others first.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"169\">Signs to watch for:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Constant exhaustion<\/li>\n<li>Loss of motivation<\/li>\n<li>More mistakes<\/li>\n<li>Feeling numb or irritable<\/li>\n<li>Getting sick more often<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"387\">If you\u2019re saying, <em data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"332\">\u201cI\u2019m just tired\u201d<\/em> or <em data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"358\">\u201cI can\u2019t slow down,\u201d<\/em> it might be time to pause.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"498\"><strong data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"404\">What helps:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Take breaks<\/li>\n<li>Talk to someone<\/li>\n<li>Do things you enjoy<\/li>\n<li>Move gently\u2014stretch or walk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Support is Available<\/strong><br \/>\nYou can access free, confidential support through the Ontario Shores Health Care Worker Assist Program.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to get support:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Call:<\/strong>\u00a01-877-767-9642<\/li>\n<li><strong>Email:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:CentralizedReferral@ontarioshores.ca\">CentralizedReferral@ontarioshores.ca<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Sign up online:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontarioshores.ca\/services\/health-care-worker-assist-program\">Ontario Shores Health Care Worker Assist Program<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][heading]Sign Up for a Free Nutrition Labelling Online Course[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;11173&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Looking to boost your knowledge on<strong data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"204\"> how to make healthier food choices or support others in doing so? <\/strong>Take Health Canada\u2019s free, self-paced <strong data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"195\">Nutrition Labelling Online Course<\/strong>\u2014it takes 3 hours and you will receive a <strong data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"266\">Certificate of Achievement<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"419\"><strong data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"419\">What you\u2019ll learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>How to read food labels in Canada.<\/li>\n<li>Understanding the Nutrition Facts table.<\/li>\n<li>Serving sizes and % Daily Value.<\/li>\n<li>Nutrition claims and ingredient lists.<\/li>\n<li>The new front-of-package nutrition symbol.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=&#8221;jumbo&#8221; button_style=&#8221;regular&#8221; button_color_2=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; color_override=&#8221;#0067b9&#8243; icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; text=&#8221;Sign Up Here&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/health-canada\/services\/food-nutrition\/nutrition-labelling\/technical-documents\/nutrition-labelling-course.html&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][heading]<strong>Understanding Challenging Behaviours in Dementia<\/strong>[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;11188&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221; img_link=&#8221;https:\/\/vimeo.com\/162656066&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]In dementia care, challenging behaviours can often be a way for individuals to express unmet needs or frustration.<\/p>\n<p><strong>This video explains why these behaviours occur and offers practical strategies<\/strong> for managing them with empathy and understanding.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][heading]Understand Others Better by Listening with Empathy[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;11156&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When someone is feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or going through a difficult time, listening with empathy can make a big difference. The way we show up and listen, especially when someone is experiencing mental health issues or in crisis, can help reduce tension and create a safe space for connection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To learn more about how to listen to understand, check out a free learning module below.<\/span><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=&#8221;jumbo&#8221; button_style=&#8221;regular&#8221; button_color_2=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; color_override=&#8221;#0067b9&#8243; icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; text=&#8221;Learn More&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.workplacestrategiesformentalhealth.com\/lms\/listen-to-understand\/#\/&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Community Corner&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1745857081851{background-color: #002d72 !important;}&#8221;][heading]Welcome to Circle of Care[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;9148&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]We are pleased to welcome the following new PSWs to Circle of Care:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>Monica Kagwi<\/li>\n<li>Angela Atuloma<\/li>\n<li>Minakshi Subba<\/li>\n<li>Eniola Adeyemo<\/li>\n<li>Nisha Ghimire<\/li>\n<li>Kriti Karki<\/li>\n<li>Patricia Gyamfi<\/li>\n<li>Samiksha Bhandari<\/li>\n<li>Mainka<\/li>\n<li>Nancy Gallardo<\/li>\n<li>Theresa Gabunada<\/li>\n<li>Jufema May Raagas<\/li>\n<li>Phiona Babirye<\/li>\n<li>Precious Arowolo<\/li>\n<li>Kabibi Bolo<\/li>\n<li>Blessing Kaduru<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; 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Give them a High Five!<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399;\">The High Five program lets you publicly recognize staff members for their outstanding work. High Fives will be posted in your weekly Inside the Circle newsletter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399;\">To give a high five, just click on the button below or use the link in the rotating banner on the Portal home page.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Please note: We do not accept anonymous submissions for this program. High Fives must be submitted by an individual person, whether they are a staff member or member of the community.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=&#8221;jumbo&#8221; button_style=&#8221;regular&#8221; button_color_2=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; color_override=&#8221;#0067b9&#8243; icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; text=&#8221;Submit a High Five&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/circleofcare.formstack.com\/forms\/highfive&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Ask Us Anything&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1745856590477{background-color: #002d72 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h4 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Why is it that some fully independent clients get visits every day, while some frail clients are not?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circle of Care offers different types of services. Each service is assessed, and hours are approved based on service requirements.\u00a0 Some are funded hours and some are private pay.\u00a0 If you have any questions or concerns regarding the service hours of a specific client, please speak with your CSS.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Are PSWs allowed to walk with clients outside?\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PSWs are not permitted to walk clients outside without approval from your CSS. The client must be approved for this task, as some services are not permitted to walk clients outside, as well as some clients are not safe to be walking outside as there are many unknown fall hazards outside of the home.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>You mean there are no more shower gowns being given? My client grabs me and I do not want to get wet.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plastic gowns are no longer provided as they are not a required Personal Protective Equipment.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Please speak to your CSS about the specific client for alternative solutions available.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Does Circle of Care sponsor for LMIA? A friend of mine ask me the question but I have no response to give her.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thank you for your question. Circle of Care can only hire people who are legally able to work in Canada already (they are either citizens, permanent residents, or have a valid work visa). We unfortunately do not sponsor people. Your friend would need to obtain a valid work visa in order to apply to work with us.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Circle of Care keeps messing with my schedule! My regular client complained they get different PSW every week without asking Circle of Care to change. As a PSW I looked like a liar to them because the office told them I&#8217;m not available to work, but in fact I&#8217;ve been working every time. This is unacceptable to be removing my regular client and giving it to another PSW!<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are not trying to keep clients from having their preferred PSWs. If you are available to take the visits, we would like to assign you to these visits. It\u2019s possible you have not updated your\u00a0availability\u00a0for the Service Coordinator to see. There may also be a lack of communication between you and the client, where the client is not willing to change their visit time to accommodate the time slots when you would be available.\u00a0You can either reach out to Alicia (x232) or Tariq (x256).<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Being full-time employee with only 20-25 hours a week is unacceptable! You kept telling us speak to our coordinator and supervisor but they don&#8217;t do anything!!!<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are not receiving enough hours, and have already spoken with your coordinator, you should escalate this so an investigation can be done to see if there are hours available in a nearby caseload. You can connect with one of the Service Coordination Supervisors \u2013 Alicia Pelletier (ext.232) or Tariq Shafi (ext. 256).<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>As per the policy, I understand that maintaining full time status requires completing 1300 hours per calendar year. However, despite providing full availability seven days a week, I consistently am receiving only 2-3 hours of work per day. Even after I communicated with my coordinator and expanded by availability to work in other regions outside my assigned area, I\u2019m still not receiving enough hours. Could you please advise on the next steps to meet the required hours and maintain full time status.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are not receiving enough hours, and have already spoken with your coordinator, you should escalate this so an investigation can be done to see if there are hours available in a nearby caseload. 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