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Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day 2025
… for you? Come talk to surgeons and patients, learn about your options, have your questions answered, and view real results first-hand. … for you? Come talk to surgeons and patients, learn about your options, have your questions answered, and view real results first-hand. …
Information for Families
… their injury to still recognize the person as who they are; your mother, father, spouse, friend etc. Treating them in … brain injury survivor wants their loved ones to know. How your loved one communicates with you may have changed. They … making be irritable What you say and how you react to your loved one can have an impact on their recovery. When …
Email Sign Up
… Email Sign Up Email Sign Up By providing us your email we will ensure that you’ll never miss an update … other events along with meaningful patient stories right to your inbox. Plus, emails save spending postage and printing so it’s a win-win! Stay Connected Provide your email to make sure you never miss a story, update or …
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… to search all programs, topics, at the same time. Type in your search terms and then click the "Search" button or hit the "Enter" key. Features Narrowing Down Your Search If you run a search and get a lot of search results, you can choose to refine your search by using the “Filter By" options. The search …
Sexual Health After a Spinal Cord Injury
Sex and sexuality are important parts of being human, however after a spinal cord injury (SCI) many things can change. The way you experience your body may be different now. Many people with a spinal cord injury are concerned about their sexuality and sexual health but don’t know how, when or who to ask for information. At Parkwood Institute, we have developed a program to provide education and support to patients regarding sexuality and sexual health. A member of your health care team will talk to you and answer any questions or concerns you may have about your sexual health. If you have a...
Learning opportunities
… make a list of any outstanding questions you still have. Your preceptor will connect with you regarding Day #1 … package is the means by which you will be oriented for your prior review/reflection. Day #1: Meet your preceptor at the pre-arranged meeting place at which …
Donations create magic
… magic Donations create magic Sharing stories about why your donation matters to St. Joseph's Saying ‘thank you’ seldom feels like enough for what your gifts help to make possible every day at St. Joseph’s … in our community – and the depth of our gratitude for your generosity. Your donations create magic at St. Joseph’s …
Bladder Emptying Schedule (IC Protocol)
When you do intermittent catheterization (IC), you need to empty your bladder on a schedule. The timing of your next IC will depend on how much urine you had during your last IC.
Group placement requirements
… outlines accountabilities before, during and at the end of your placement. Please make sure to review each section carefully and keep the checklist handy throughout your placement. 2. Student Pre-placement Requirements … requirements must be completed two weeks prior to your start date. 3. Pandemic Protocols COVID Updates …
Making Bathrooms Easy to Use
The bathroom is one of the most challenging rooms to get around with a wheelchair. There are many ways to modify your bathroom to make the shower, sink and toilet more accessible. The options you have to modify your bathroom are limited by your budget and space.
Driving Wellness Resource for Older Adults, Caregivers and Practitioners in Grey-Bruce
… tips, tools, checklists and contact information tailored to your needs. Your driving wellness is in your hands! … tips, tools, checklists and contact information tailored to your needs. Your driving wellness is in your hands! … tips, tools, checklists and contact information tailored to your needs. Your driving wellness is in your hands! …
Student Affairs Frequently Asked Questions
… onboarding? We are always here to help and can look up your NirvSystem account, or link with NirvSystem … my pre-placement requirements? It is important to notify your school and Student Affairs as soon as possible if you anticipate a delay. This enables us to give your preceptor and their leader advanced notice of a …
Academic Partners, Fieldwork Coordinators & Clinical Instructors
… to provide fieldwork and placement opportunities for your students. Please reach out to Student Affairs so we … have developed a Clinical Instructor Checklist to support your onboarding, review your accountabilities, and to support your offboarding. … to provide fieldwork and placement opportunities for your students. Please reach out to Student Affairs so we …
Bladder and Urinary Tract Infection
Bladder infections are one of the most common health issues after spinal cord injury. A bladder infection is also called a urinary tract infection (UTI). This is because the bladder is part of your urinary tract. Your urinary tract includes your kidneys, urethra, and ureters.
CHEERful Selfies
… Tag Heeman’s and St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation in your social posts. For every selfie posted to socials, … donate $5 to support the Mental Health Care Program. Show your CHEER for St. Joseph's by taking a selfie today! Learn … Tag Heeman’s and St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation in your social posts. For every selfie posted to socials, …
Veterans Care: Operational Stress Injury Clinic
… is normal to have stress reactions after a traumatic event. Your emotions and behaviours can change in ways that are … a trauma, they get better in time. You should seek help if your symptoms: Cause you great distress Disrupt your home or work life What is an anxiety disorder? People …
Foley (Indwelling) Catheters
A Foley (indwelling) catheter is a thin tube that is inserted into your bladder. It stays in your bladder for up 4 weeks at a time to drain urine. Foley catheters are often only used for short periods of time. When other options don’t work, they can be the main way you empty your bladder.
ABI Information for Patients
… ABI patient education toolkit Patient Handouts Caring for your brain - Anger Caring for your brain - Light sensitivity Caring for your brain - Mindfulness Caring for your brain - Noise … ABI patient education toolkit Patient Handouts Caring for your brain - Anger Caring for your brain - Light sensitivity …
Pressure Relief Techniques
After a spinal cord injury, you are at high risk of getting a pressure sore (bed sore). A pressure sore is a wound caused from constant pressure to the skin. This can cause serious damage your skin. Shifting your weight to reduce pressure is the best way to allow blood to get to your skin.
Fall Safety
Spinal cord injuries can affect your strength and your reaction speed. If you are able to walk after your injury, you can be at higher risk of falling. Certain things can be done to prevent falls. Knowing what to do when you have a fall can help you stay safe and get help quickly.