• 2011 Manitoba Election
• 2010 Annual General Meeting
• 2010 Annual Provincial Conference & Exhibition
• 2009 Award for Excellence
• "Respect and Protect" - 2010 Annual Provincial Conference & Exhibition
• 2009 Annual Provincial Conference & Exhibition
• 2008 Award for Excellence
• Celebrating 50 Years of Advocacy
• 2009 Annual General Meeting

On September 15, 2010, the Long Term & Continuing Care Association of Manitoba marked its 51st year at the Annual General Meeting. The meeting was hosted at Riverside Lions Seniors Residences, one of the Association’s newest Active members. The past fiscal year (2009 – 2010) has been an adventurous year for LTCAM, offering more services to our members than ever. The following are a few highlights from the meeting. Membership LTCAM's continuous promotion of advocacy for Manitoba Seniors and the staff who serve them, has proved successful. This fiscal year, five new members came on board, increasing total membership to over 60 members, representing more than 4000 beds and suites, spanning six regional health authorities across Manitoba.

Highlights from the AGM: Membership Supportive Housing LTCAM Website CALTC LTCAM Provincial Conference 2010 Calendar New Appointments to the Board: Auréle Foidart, Residence Despins Ron Parent, Rivereast Personal Care Home, Irene Baron Eden Centre Board of Directors 2010-2011 President Marion Pringle Vice-President To Be Elected Secretary-Treasurer Kim Hykawy Directors Gwen Johnston Linda Sundevic Judy Schilling Richard Robinson Jason Chester Auréle Foidart Ron Parent

Supportive Housing
LTCAM and the Alzheimer's Society of Manitoba have joined forces to introduce a comprehensive and interactive Dementia Care Education program for Supportive Housing member's staff. The feedback from this program has been overwhelmingly positive and we continue to offer the two-day program three times a year; that way, Residences can continuously train new staff through the program.

The LTCAM Supportive Housing and the WRHA have agreed to work more closely together. To that end, two important working groups were formed, co-chaired by LTCAM Supportive Housing and the WRHA to present recommendations to the new LTCAM Supportive Housing and WRHA CEO Leadership Council. There is strong evidence of progress.

In February 2010, the LTCAM website launched a new Supportive Housing section to educate the public.

LTCAM Website (www.ltcam.mb.ca)
Website activity is ever-increasing as we continue to regularly update this central resource for both the public and professionals in the long term and
continuing care field.



Canadian Alliance for Long Term Care (CALTC)
Being associated as a member of CALTC, has in turn provided our members with benefits, as CALTC is an important vehicle for sharing of inter-provincial information. The LTCAM Executive Director has been chairing a group to enhance communications, including a website, and raise awareness for the CALTC.

The LTCAM Annual Provincial Conference and Exhibition has continued to grow in popularity, especially with exhibitors. Exhibitor numbers have increased from 30 in May of 2006, to 73 in May of 2009. Attendee satisfaction results have achieved scores of over 80% in the past three years.

LTCAM Board of Directors 2010-2011

Left to Right: Marion Pringle, Linda Sundevic, Jason Chester, Judy Schilling, Richard Robinson,

Kim Hykawy, Auréle Foidart, Gwen Johnston, Ron Parent

The Honourable Jim Rondeau making his keynote address to delegates.

	A healthy and delicious lunch was provided during the mid-day break, giving attendees the opportunity to reflect on the morning's events.
	Scott Cornelius (Award for Excellence Recipient) and Yvette Audette played during lunch break.

Each year, we encourage our participants to complete a conference evaluation form. A special thank you to the great number of those who took the time to contribute their comments and suggestions. These forms are carefully reviewed and play a crucial role in shaping future conferences. This year's LTCAM conference resulted in our highest overall satisfaction score of 87%. This gives us direction for next year and encourages us to strive for even higher scores in the years to come.

"The demonstrations & booths were interesting and informative."

2010 Conference Satisfaction Results
Speakers	Conference organization, venue, value for money	Total Overall
83%	90%	87%

Participation in our Annual Provincial Conference may fulfill the requirements of the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Continuing Competence Program.

If you attended the conference and require a "Certificate of Attendance", or a receipt, we will be pleased to provide these to you. Simply email Suzanne at sverstraete@ltcam.mb.ca

"I'm Still Here"

A powerful component of this year's conference was the live performance of "I'm Still Here" (performed by the actors from ACT II Studio, Ryerson University, and presented by Dr. Dupuis, Director of MAREP).

This research-based play captures important aspects of, and deepens understanding about, the dementia journey from the perspectives of persons living with dementia and their family partners in care. The play brings deeply moving experiences shared by persons with dementia and their family members to life through dramatic performance. The intent of the play is to help diminish any unnecessary suffering that can come with living with dementia due to misunderstandings and stigma.

We opened the play to the public to allow a broader audience to experience this performance. Many of our partner associations such as the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, Manitoba Society of Seniors, College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba, Manitoba Physiotherapy Association, & the Manitoba Association of Social Workers helped spread the word. Also thanks to Radio Canada and CKUW, Radio Canada for the media coverage of the play.

"The play made us more aware of how patients feel when in care" - playgoer
This highly acclaimed, one-hour production not only captured important aspects of the dementia journey, but was followed by a one-hour interactive session that allows participants to share their experiences and the insights they have gained.

"...an eye-opener" - playgoer
Bravely, audience members stood up and shared their personal stories. There were both tears and laughter during this realization that we are not alone in continuing the plight of caring for a loved one with dementia.

"Play was EMPOWERING! Excellent medium for a strong message." - playgoer

Dr. Sherry Dupuis and the actors of ACT II Studio Patricia Bower, Maureen Delaney, Marion Elliott, Laura Paolini, Patricia Garnett-Smith, Edward Vincent

Speakers & Presentations

LTCAM would like to recognize the following guest speakers for their informative and enlightening presentations. To download copies of the presentations, please click on the icons below.

	Dr Karen Ethans, MD, FRCPC (PM+R) Spasticity Management (PDF, 9 MB)
	Alister Browne, Ph.D, (Philosophy) Autonomy in Long Term Care (PDF, 190 KB)
	Janelle Curtis Elder Abuse (PDF, 2 MB)
	Susan Crichton Elder Abuse (PDF, 722 KB)
	Paul Lamoureux Elder Abuse (PDF, 169 KB)
	Lynda Wolf "Addressing the Communication Predicament of Residents with Dementia" (PDF, 517 KB)
	Dr. Sherry Dupuis I'm Still Here - Live Play The Actors: Patricia Bower, Maureen Delaney, Marion Elliott, Laura Paolini, Patricia Garnett-Smith, Edward Vincent Click here to order the DVD.
	David Dyck Workshop: Dealing with Difficult Behaviours (PDF, 608 KB)
	Sue Hemphill Workshop: Dealing with Difficult Behaviours (PDF, 608 KB)

Click here for full speaker profiles.

".Enjoyed the play & presentations. Nice variety of vehicles
for presentations & education"- Conference delegate
We would like to thank the following companies for their generous partnership:

GOLD PARTNERS - "I'm Still Here"
Murray Alzheimer's Research & Education Program (MAREP)
Revera

SILVER PARTNERS - "I'm Still Here"
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Extendicare

BRONZE PARTNERS - "I'm Still Here"
Riverside Lions Seniors Residences
Tache Pharmacy
AIS Systems
Ruban Insurance Brokers Inc.
Resolution Skills Centre - "How to Deal With Difficult Behaviours"
Manitoba Institute for Patient Safety - "Autonomy in Long Term Care"
Allergan - "Spasticity Management of People in Long Term & Continuing Care"

We would also like to acknowledge the following Exhibitors for their participation and contribution to the conference - we look forward to seeing you at next year's conference on May 17, 2011:

3M Canada Co. Abbott Nutrition ABC Fire & Safety All Seniors Care Allergan Alzheimer Society of Manitoba ArjoHuntleigh Canada Inc. Associated Health Services Attends Healthcare Products Barik Medical Inc. Bayshore Bowers Medical Supply Canada Revenue Disability Tax Canadian Footwear Care Link Advantage Certified Foot Care Nurses Interest Group Complete Purchasing Services Derma Sciences ERV Parent Co. LTD. Finnwoodworks First Quality Products Flaghouse Futuremed Health Care Products GoJo Guldmann Health Canada Hippo Facility Management Inc. Hollister Home Instead Senior Care Interna Furniture Design Ltd. Invacare KCI Medical

LNJ Medical LTCAM Manitoba Institute for Patient Safety Manrex Limited MC Healthcare Products Inc. Medichair Winnipeg National Industrial Communications Inc. Nestle Healthcare Nutrition Nighthawk Manufacturing/Artisan of Canada Northland Healthcare PointClickCare Polymem Canada Protection for Persons in Care Office Prism Medical Ltd. Pfizer Quality Life Services Resolution Skills Centre Revera HS and Retirement Rexall Rivereast Personal Care Home Rona Inc. Safe Home from Protelec Safe Moves Injury Prevention Solutions SAFE Work SCA Personal Care Stewartville Professional Center Inc. Sunrise Medical Canada Inc. The Global Group Victoria Life Line We Care Home Health Services WestCare Health Supplies

 

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Many thanks to our Sponsors and Exhibitors for contributing more than 20 fabulous door prizes! CONGRATULATIONS… to our door prize winners!

Donations to the conference which were instrumental to it's success were delegate bags from Robertson College, lanyards from SAFE Work, water from Canadian Footwear, hand sanitizer stations from GoJo and personal tissues from Home Instead Senior Care.

The staff of the Victoria Inn and the audio/visual experts of Evolution Presentation Technologies were wonderful to work with on this event.

Our Volunteers put in a lot of hard work in the months leading up to the conference and really went above and beyond on the day of the big event. Our thanks for their generosity in so graciously volunteering their time.

This year’s recipient awarded in Recreation and/or Therapy Services is Reisa Adelman from Tache Centre (Winnipeg).

Reisa is a Social worker who was nominated by Addictions Foundation of MB.

Addiction in the long term care continuum is a hidden issue in many residences, yet it does exist. When residents with addictions are admitted they are at a high risk of continuing or resuming their addiction due to the recovery-based self help groups and the fellowship that is lost upon that admission.

Reisa noticed this need.  Tache Centre supports self determination and strives to create a milieu that replicates a home-like atmosphere for residents to enjoy. Included in that philosophy is the independence to make choices. Residents paneled for PCH tend not to be screened for addiction issues prior to admission.  Reisa assumed a leadership role to address addiction issues among residents in Tache Centre.  By utilizing a community approach within Tache Centre, she created a professionally facilitated support group for residents who struggle with addiction and / or emotional issues, and she then created the opportunity for AA to hold open meetings at Tache Centre. 

Reisa collaborated with the Addictions Foundation of MB and Partners seeking Solutions with Seniors to engage in an initial exploratory needs assessment.  The results have been very positive.

This year’s recipient awarded for Innovation/Vision/Leadership is Carol Toews who is a social worker at two Personal Care Homes (in Morden and Altona).

Carol has a fond nick name from her colleagues. It is “social worker extraordinaire”!  And she has earned it.

As the social worker in long term care, Carol is the first contact between the facility and the resident and resident’s family.  Carol provides a comprehensive history to the health care team.  The trust she establishes with the residents and families extends to the caregivers in the facility.

Carole helps to build a bridge from life at home to life in a facility for each new resident.  Her demeanor makes the facility feel less clinical and more home like.  Carol’s focus is always the resident and the family.  She constantly reminds all of us that this the resident’s home and we are working in it to provide services.

Carol’s colleagues write: “Carol divides her 5 days per week between Morden and Altona.  She manages to get EVERYTHING done while always keeping the resident first and foremost in her mine.  In addition to this Carol is often called upon to listen to staff and concerned family members. Carol is a model of compassion integrity and excellence in everything she says and does. She brings her education, experience, common sense and humour to her workplaces. Those who she cares for and the caregivers she works with trust her and are inspired by her.”

The Honourable Kerri Irvin-Ross making her keynote address to delegates

"Great day…lots of new ideas & suggestions to take home and try."

We would like to thank those participants who took the time to complete the conference evaluation forms. Your comments and suggestions are greatly appreciated and will help shape the course of future conferences. We are proud to announce that based on those responses the LTCAM conference received an overall score of 85%. Our goal for future conferences will be to exceed expectations by continuing to introduce quality speakers on topics relevant to today’s health care industry.

LTCAM would like to recognize the following guest speakers for their informative and enlightening presentations. To download copies of the presentations, please click on the icons below.

	The Honourable Kerri Irvin-Ross, Minister of Healthy Living Keynote address: "Nurturing the Spirit of Seniors in Manitoba." (PDF, 670 KB)
	Bev Foster, Executive Director Room 217 Foundation The Sounds of Music in Care (PDF, 36.4 KB)
	Janet Schmidt, Managing Partner at FS Bullying in the Workplace: Respectful Responses (PDF, 127 KB)
	Norma Kirkby, Program Director, Alzheimer Society P.I.E.C.E.S. ™ The Progress Report (PDF, 125 KB)
	Aubrey Hemminger, Coordinator of Spiritual Care, Deer Lodge Centre Spiritual Care (PDF, 30.8 KB)
	Roger Tam, Pharmacist Specialist, Wal-Mart Managing Falls in Older Adults… A Matter of Medication Safety (PDF, 169 KB)
	Bill McDonald, Executive Director, Winnipeg Humane Society Pets Perk Up Seniors (PDF, 122 KB)
	Lori Lamont, Executive Director, Personal Care Home Program WRHA Jan Marie Graham, Regional Program Director-Seniors, RHA-Central Manitoba Lorraine Dent-Prychun, Director of Long Term Care, North Eastman Health Panel Presentation – Long Term Care and Continuing Care – The Good News Story (PDF's: 300 KB, 49.9 KB, 2.06 MB)
	Linda Mumtaz, Director of Programs & Patient Services for Family Medicine/Oncology/Lab/Pharmacy at Concordia Hospital & Jo-Ann Lapointe-McKenzie, Chief Nursing Officer at Deer Lodge Centre and Program Director, WRHA Rehab and Geriatrics Excellence in Care of Older Adults (PDF, 1.08 MB)
	Karen Dunlop, Regional Program Director, WRHA Emergency Medicine Program Communication, what are we really saying to each other? (PDF, 1.36 MB)

"The demonstrations & booths were interesting and informative."
We would like to thank the following companies for their generous sponsorship:

Allergan
Attends Healthcare Products
Canadian Footwear
Compass Group
Complete Purchasing Services Inc.
CUPE
Drake Medox Health Services
Fernwood Publishing Promotions
Manitoba Institute for Patient Safety
Pinchin Environmental Ltd.
Revera Long Term Care
Rexall Specialty Pharmacy, Geri-Aid Systems
Riverwood Square
SCA Personal Care

We would also like to acknowledge the following 74 exhibitors for their participation and contribution to the conference – we look forward to seeing you at next year’s conference on May 18, 2010:

3M Canada Company	Manitoba Institute for Patient Safety
Abbott Nutrition	Manrex Limited
ABC Fire and Safety	MC Healthcare Products Inc.
ARAMARK Senior Living Services	MediChair Winnipeg
ArjoHuntleigh	MG Medical
Associated Health Systems Inc.	National Industrial Communications Inc.
Attends Healthcare Products	Nestle Nutrition
Barik Medical	Nighthawk/Artisan of Canada
Bayshore Home Health	Non Slip Solutions (Manitoba) Inc.
Bowers Medical Supply	Northland Health Care Products Ltd.
Campbell Company of Canada	Quality Life Services Inc.
Canadian Footwear	Re-New Mobility
Canadian Union of Public Employees	Resolution Skills Centre
Canada Vigilance - Health Canada	Revera Health Services
Canadian Virtual Hospice	Rexall Specialty Pharmacy
Coloplast Canada	Riverwood Square
Compass Group Canada	RONA
Complete Purchasing Services Inc.	Safe Moves Injury Prevention Solutions
DM Medical	SafeStart Healthcare - Electrolab Training Systems
David Kay Computer Consulting	Simpson - Willson Ltd.
Derma Sciences Inc.	Stance Healthcare
Drake Medox Health Services	Stryker Canada
ERV Parent Group	Surgo Surgical Supply
Futuremed Health Care Products	Systagenix Wound Management
GE Security	Tache Pharmacy
Germstar Canada	The Global Group
Gojo Industries Inc.	Thorvaldson Care Homes Ltd.
Invacare Continuing Care Group	To-Le-Do Foodservice
J.W. Westman Inc.	Victoria Lifeline
LNJ Medical Inc.	Waverly Glen Systems
Long Term & Continuing Care Association	Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba
LTC Purchasing Group
Manitoba Health & Healthy Living/PPCO

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CONGRATULATIONS… to our door prize winners!

This year’s recipients in

Fran and David have been volunteering at Charleswood Care Center for several years. They began volunteering when a loved one of theirs was at the facility and continue to volunteer to this day. David volunteers every day, 7 days a week from 8:00 – 10:00 to porter residents to the dining room. Fran volunteers every Tuesday morning and does manicures for the residents. The ladies look forward to this special one-on-one pampering and there is always a line up for her services!

Fran and David are tremendous goodwill ambassadors. The facility often talks about how fortunate they are to have David and Fran in their lives. The staff marvel at their dedication, the tender love and care they give every time they walk through the door, not only to the residents but to the staff as well. “The true sense of community is achieved when individuals open their hearts and give freely of their time”.

This year’s recipient for

The facility admitted a resident with a disease process that had advanced to requiring palliative care. The resident’s family lives in Europe and although they visited, they were not able to stay for the entire time that the resident had left. The recreation staff facilitated visits through the use of a webcam. These visits were instrumental in keeping the family together during a difficult time.

The recreation staff facilitated the purchase of the equipment through an appeal to the family advisory committee. Since the initiation of this program several families have utilized it to keep involved in their loves ones lives when illness or distance separates families.

This year’s first recipient for

Trudy, who works at Riverwood Square was nominated for her “unbelievable amount of support, genuine compassion and friendship that she offers the residents.” Trudy’s title is receptionist but her role surpasses any title.

The residents find in Trudy, a friend who listens and cares. She makes the residents’ needs her top priority. Trudy not only impacts the lives of residents in a positive way, but also the families and staff. She is a constant reminder of what the important things in life really are.

After a 12 hour work day, Trudy will still visit a resident that is in the hospital. Families turn to her in difficult times. Trudy is much more than a listening ear; she has a truly caring heart. She is an inspiration to those around her and a testimony to what having a positive impact really means.

This year’s second recipient for

Doug Martindale, MLA Burrows presenting Marion Pringle, Board President a framed copy of a Private Member’s Statement made during a Manitoba Legislative Assembly on April 9, 2009.

Message from the President and Board Chair of LTCAM
(50th Anniversary report)

Celebrating 50 Years of Advocacy The LTCAM was incorporated in 1959 and this year we celebrate 50 years of advocacy. “As we mark this 50th year, we have many accomplishments that serve to commemorate our anniversary. The past year has been full of changes and challenging opportunities” – Marion Pringle. A 50th Anniversary report was developed, capturing the history, essence and progress of the association. Strategic Plan, New Corporate Identity and New Name This year, the board developed a Strategic Plan for LTCAM. Through this initiative it was determined that in order to represent our new and diverse member growth it was necessary to update our name. Our new name is: The Long Term & Continuing Care Association of Manitoba. The name has an official French translation approved by the Board of Directors and included in the Articles of Incorporation. The Board also developed a new Corporate Logo and branding as part of this initiative. A wine & cheese celebration was held to launch the new name and logo. This was a well attended event. MLA Doug Martindale presented LTCAM with a framed copy of the Statement to the Legislature that he made on behalf of the work LTCAM does. “Doug Martindale, MLA Burrows presenting Marion Pringle, Board President & Chair a framed copy of a Private Member’s Statement made during a Manitoba Legislative Assembly on April 9, 2009”. Membership Growth LTCAM has continued to promote new membership. This fiscal year, LTCM has welcomed 11 new members. Since 2006 membership has increased by 100%. We currently have almost 60 members, representing more than 4,000 beds and suites, spanning six regional health authorities across Manitoba. “As we grow, we can enhance services to our members, their residents and staff.” – Jan Legeros

Highlights from the AGM: 50th Anniversary Strategic Plan New Corporate Identity & New Name Membership Growth Provincial Aging in Place Working Group Supportive Housing Network “Celebrating the Spirit of Seniors” Calendar LTCAM Website New Appointments to the Board: Richard Robinson, Poseidon Care Centre Jason Chester, Beacon Hill Lodge Board of Directors 2009-2010 President Marion Pringle Vice-President Colleen Lycar Secretary-Treasurer Kim Hykawy Directors Terry Vanbocquestal Gwen Johnston Linda Sundevic Judy Schilling Richard Robinson Jason Chester