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Belleville NPLC- New programs tackling mental issues
City of Kawartha Lakes FHT– receives diversity and inclusion award. Examples not mentioned in the article:
– offered Indigenous culture and 2SLGBTQ+ and training for staff and as part of FHT annual Education Day(s);
– participated in diversity and education training though the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion;
– consulted and created enhanced capacity for transgender health including via Gender Journeys locally and Rainbow Health Ontario; and
– increased physical accessibility at the Fenelon site.
North Simcoe FHT – Midland COVID-19 assessment centre moving to new location
Introduction to ONCA slides and video available
On Nov. 17 Benjamin Miller from Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) held an education session for members on what is new in the Ontario’s Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA), and steps nonprofits can take to set themselves up for success in transitioning to the new requirements under the Act. Slides and video are now available.
Reminder- information webinar: COVID-19 vaccination for children 5-11 years old, Nov. 29, 2021
Dr. Janine McCready, infectious diseases physician at Michael Garron Hospital, will share details of the expected or approved vaccine for children, share insights for how to counsel parents and guardians, and address commonly asked questions and concerns. Register here. (in partnership with the Alliance and NPLCA)
Reminder- Practical approaches to polypharmacy: the gentle art of deprescribing, Dec. 1, 2021
Join Dr. Dee Mangin as she speaks to approaches to the issues and problems around polypharmacy and deprescribing in primary care patients; discuss approaches to the integration of patients’ goals and priorities with evidence; and demonstrate the TAPER tool. Register here.
Letter for patients regarding children’s vaccine and more
Recent updates include:
- Patient letter for kids’ vaccine– authored by Drs. Tara Kiran and Noah Ivers, Nov. 19, 2021
- COVID-19 Vaccine Children/Youth (Age 5-17) Consent Form– MOH, updated Nov. 22, 2021
- The Vaccine Information Sheet for Children (age 5-11) – MOH, Nov. 22, 2021
- COVID-19 Vaccine Administration– MOH, updated Nov. 22, 2021
- COVID-19 Vaccine Information for Individuals who received a first dose of the AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD COVID-19 vaccine – MOH, updated Nov.18, 2021
- COVID-19 vaccination in children age 5 to 11 years: part 2 – resource list and slides– COVID-19 CoP for Ontario Family Physicians, Nov. 19, 2021
- Getting Kids Back to Being Kids: COVID-19 Vaccinations for Children 5-11– webinar hosted by OCFP, to be held Nov. 26 at 8:00 a.m.
We continue to update several pages on our site with resources and news:
- Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates– the original page, with news and Ministry situation reports (please note that the Ministry Situation Reports on COVID-19 are posted daily so review them to better understand the provincial response)
- COVID-19 Vaccination Information
- COVID-19 assessment centres in Ontario
- COVID-19 information for Patients, Caregivers and the Public
- Infection control resources and tools for primary care
- Management and operations, human resources and COVID-19
- Mental health and wellness during COVID-19
- Providing Comprehensive Care During COVID-19
- Resources for Re-opening
- Virtual Care, Digital Health and COVID-19
Perkopolis for AFHTO members
This is an early reminder AFHTO members are eligible to sign up for free access to over 5000 perks through Perkopolis. Get discounts on shopping, attractions and more. We know you’re probably on top of your holiday shopping, but given potential supply chain ssues this year, another source can’t hurt.
EDs, if your team doesn’t have access yet, please email info@afhto.ca.
Update on the 2021/22 and 2022/23 Quality Improvement Plans (QIPs)
On March 10, 2021, Ontario Health communicated that an adjusted strategy for the 2021/22 QIP would be forthcoming, designed to provide organizations with flexibility to reflect where they are with their QI efforts given the pandemic, local needs, pressures, and goals for the recovery period.
After careful consideration, they have made the decision to not reopen Navigator for the 2021/22 QIP submission. You are not required to submit your 2021/22 QIP to Ontario Health. They do, however, encourage you to develop and post your 2021/22 QIP on your website and to share it with your staff, clinicians, and patients/clients and their family members. Please reach out to the team at QIP@OntarioHealth.ca if you have any questions about this. You can read the full email in English and French here.
2022 Alliance conference- call for learning proposals
Action Now! Building Equitable Futures Together will be held June 8-9, 2022. The call for workshop proposals now open. Visit their website to review the conference criteria, priority topics, formats and terms and conditions. Deadline for submissions is January 10, 2022.
Call for AMS 2022 Fellows in Compassion and Artificial Intelligence
The call for the AMS 2022 Fellowships in Compassion and AI is open. The program focusses on promoting the integration of digital technology and compassionate care in the delivery of health care services, education of health professionals as well as facilitating the leadership needed to realize the promise of technology. For more information visit their site.
Employment Standards & Occupational Health and Safety Related to COVID-19, Nov. 24, 2021
The Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development is hosting an online information session to help you understand your employment standards and occupational health and safety rights and obligations as they relate to COVID-19. Register here.
Starting the Conversation: Perinatal Mental Health, Nov. 24, 2021
Hosted by the Provincial Council for Maternal and Child Health (PCMCH) to support healthcare providers in their understanding and awareness of the delivery of mental healthcare to pregnant and postpartum people in Ontario. Register here.
Getting Kids Back to Being Kids: COVID-19 Vaccinations for Children 5-11, Nov. 26, 2021
Hosted by OCFP, the session will begin with Dr Kieran Moore and Dr Daniel Warshafsky sharing current information regarding the safety and efficacy of the vaccine in children ages 5-11, and the provincial roll-out plans. They will be followed by a panel of professionals who will provide an overview of implementation through a variety of lenses, and answer questions. Register here.
Virtual Partnership Conference, Dec. 1, 2021
Hosted by Canada Health Infoway. Register here.
2022 Legal Issues for Primary Care Team Webinars, Jan. 6- Dec. 1, 2022
Led by Kate Dewhirst, with early bird pricing until Nov. 30, 2021. Learn more here.
