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portraits of Lindsay Culford, Courtney Moore and Clark Heard

Unsung heroes

Congratulations to occupational therapists Lindsay Culford, Courtney Moore and Clark Heard for being chosen as the recipients of the “Unsung Hero” Award by the School of Rehabilitation Science at McMaster University in Hamilton. This award is in recognition of the occupational therapy placement...
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The art of giving back

Student volunteers share the act of artistic expression with patients through arts and crafts Decorative dream catchers and red-beaded bracelets – just in time for Valentine’s Day - are some of the many crafty creations taking place between student volunteers and patients at St. Joseph’s Parkwood...
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Our People: Meet Erin Macias, dietary aide, Parkwood Institute

What do you know about the people you pass in the hall or see in the cafeteria every day? What do they do at St. Joseph’s? Here we will introduce you to a member of the St. Joseph’s family, recognizing their contribution to respect, excellence and compassion. Role As a dietary aide, Erin prepares...
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Why healthy aging means caring for both brain and body

This story was first published nationally by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research to spotlight health-research stories with impact. Judith and Matthew are among eight million people in Canada aged 65 years and older. Lately, both noticed changes in how they moved and how well they remembered...
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April

April’s Story: Recovery is a journey

My name is April, and I have bipolar disorder. I am also a recovering alcoholic. I would like to share a short version of my experience, including my strength and sense of hope that might help inspire others. This summer marks 29 years of sobriety for me and I am very proud of that. My friends and...
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Michael Newcombe

Two decades of service in veteran mental health

Twenty years since it first opened, the St. Joseph’s Operational Stress Injury Clinic has treated thousands of clients who serve and have served in the Canadian Armed Forces and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The clinic has grown from a three-person office into a 50-staff support community...
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Caring and connecting

If there is common denominator among this year’s recipients of the Sisters of St. Joseph Awards for Excellence, it’s their secret – or not so secret – superpower. The ability to create connections with profound empathy, compassion and sincerity. The three recipients fill very different roles yet all...
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