Alert / Best Nursing & Home Care

No limits Cocktail Party & Entertainment

2012-01-11T17:35:00.001-05:00

Canadian Paraplegic Assoc. of Ontario

Sponsored by the Morris Law Group, Wynperle Law and Bayshore Home Health

Thursday February 16, 6:00 pm, feature presentation at 7:00

Tickets on sale $75.00 general admission.

Get ready to be inspired.

Tim McCallum, a quadriplegic since 1999, has overcome incredible obstacles to create a successful career as a singer and has performed in over forty musicals.

Spencer West, who lost both his legs at the age of five, has become an inspirational speaker and instills hope and inspiration to create positive change on his audiences.

For more information call: 905-516-7774

January is Alzheimer Awareness Month

2012-01-11T17:33:00.000-05:00

On January 17th, 7:00- 8:30 pm

Royal Botanical Gardens

Dr. J. B. Orange Associate Professor and Director, School of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Western Ontario, will be presenting a free public lecture sponsored by the Hamilton and Halton Alzheimer Society.

The topic is "Ensuring Personhood through Effective Communication", the complexity and importance of effective communication with those who have dementia.

RSVP

905-529-7030 / 1-888-343-1017

Stroke Recovery Christmas Party

2011-12-27T10:54:00.000-05:00

December 6, 2011, we have been invited to the Stroke Recovery Christmas Party. This group of people has had personal experience with stroke. The individual members have recovered from a stroke or have a loved one that recovered from a stroke. They share their knowledge and support with other stroke survivors in the community.
In February we will be sponsoring their Annual Stroke Recovery Fundraiser. They have provided us with information that we are using to develop a training manual for our staff. This will help staff understand how to provide better care for their stroke clients, from the client's perspective.

The Hamilton Brain Injury Association

2011-12-27T10:52:00.001-05:00

November 30, 2011 The Hamilton Brain Injury Association held their annual Christmas Gala and Fundraiser at the Botanical Gardens. There was a 50/50 draw, fabulous silent auction with some exceptional donated items. There was a varied menu from Tai to Italian and a variety of salads and desserts. Scrumptious!

The goal of The Brain Injury Association of Hamilton is to build a new recreational centre for survivors of brain injury. A video of brain injury survivors was shown, expressing their need for a safe and comfortable place for them to socialize.

http://www.hbia.ca/

MS Society, Hamilton Chapter

2011-12-27T10:48:00.003-05:00

The MS Society, Hamilton Chapter, held their annual Christmas gathering at 300 Winterberry Dr. in Stoney Creek on November 28, 2011. There were over 80 attendees this year. The Hamilton Police Choir, prize winners in the Canada Sings competition, sang for the group. We can understand why they won this competition, as they sang beautifully.

We will once again be sponsoring the MS Walk in support of MS Society of Hamilton, which will be held on April 22, 2012. Check out the website to find out how you can contribute to this worthwhile event.
http://mssociety.ca/chapters/hamilton/

BIAPH Brain Injury Assoc. of Peel Halton

2011-12-27T10:42:00.001-05:00

BIAPH Brain Injury Assoc. of Peel Halton held their annual Christmas Party in Mississauga on November 25, 2011. This party is held annually for survivors of Brain Injury. A wonderful time was had by all. There were great door prizes, a 50/50 draw and Silent Auction. The deejay played upbeat music and the the meal was second to none. This event was a huge success.

"A Starry Night"

2011-12-14T09:08:00.002-05:00

Once again Alert Best Nursing sponsored St. Joseph's Healthcare "A Starry Night" at their annual Christmas Gala. This year, because of demand, a larger venue was needed to accommodate over a thousand people. The event was held at The Hamilton Convention Centre. Thank you St. Joe's for your continued business relationship with us. This is our way of giving back.

In our ongoing effort to support our community, Alert Best made a contribution to St. Joseph's Hospital annual Christmas Gala "A Starry Night".

OLTCA's 3rd Annual Applied Research Education Day

2011-12-14T09:05:00.003-05:00

OLTCA's 3rd Annual Applied Research Education Day was held at The AllStream Centre in Toronto on November 23, 2011. The SHRTN Network put on a great conference providing us with researched evidence-based best practices toimprove geriatric care in Long-Term Care. Topics included immunization of healthcare staff in facilities decreases morbidity in residents, maintaining continence and routine toiling, preventing skin breakdown in clients' with decreased mobility, Challenges of Caring for an Aging Ethnic Population and Innovating Aging Care & Service Delivery.

"Senior Health Research Transfer Network", www.http://beta.on.ca / is a government of Ontario funded network doing research and providing information on best practices regarding Senior Health.

The Gerontological Nursing Assoc. of Ontario

2011-12-09T09:13:00.001-05:00

The Gerontological Nursing Assoc. of Ontario, Hamilton Chapter Annual General Meeting and Education Event was held November 16th, 2011, at The Hamilton Waterfront Centre.

We are looking for new members in the Hamilton and surrounding areas with a keen interest in Geriatrics. There are some fun and educational educational events.

Greg Cressman, M.Sc.(Nursing) a researcher at St. Joseph's Healthcare in Hamilton spoke about research conducted, from a client's perspective "Alternate Level of Care: Stories of the Experience".

www.gerontario.ca -check out the Hamilton Chapter

Soroptimist International

2011-12-09T09:03:00.001-05:00

Soroptimist International

We are proud sponsors of the Soroptimist International Annual Christmas Fundraiser.

Soroptimist is an organization of career and business women which raises funds for women around the world. Some of their money goes to scholarship funding for women who would otherwise not be able to improve their lives. Moneys are also donated to the YWCA in the Hamilton area to provide programs for women who are in need.

www.soroptimistdaf.ca/

2011 Provincial Brain Injury Conference

2011-12-09T08:55:00.004-05:00

The 2011 Provincial Brain Injury Conference was held November 2 – 4, at The Sheraton on the Falls Hotel, Niagara Falls. The theme of this year's conference was "The Art of Living…Life After Brain Injury".

Keynote Speakers:

Dr. Robert Fraser: professor of Neurology, Neurological Surgery, and Rehab Medicine Director, Vocational Services, in Department of Neurology at the University of Washington.

Dr. Tina Trudel: is Presiden/COO of Lakeview Neurorehabilitation Centres and Speciality Hospital, a national leader inbrain injury rehab and neurobehavioral treatment for survivors of ABI. Dr. Trudel's presentation addresses the common changes in sexual function and satisfaction following TBI. These changes can result in decreased quality of life and negatively impact upon couple's relationships.

Dr. Gabor Mate: is a bestselling author of "In The Realm of Hungry Ghosts" (addictions), "When the Body Says No" and "Scattered Minds". He is presently a staff physician at a clinic in vancouver's eastside, where his patients are people with drug addictions, HIV and related problems.

Mr Tom Dow: was going to work as a grade 7 teacher when he was in an accident. He was diagnosed with a mild traumatic brain injury which altered his life. For the last nine years , Tom has struggled to rebuild familial relationships, the loss of his job and had to find new ways to define himself. Today, he finds great strength in sharing his story with

through writing and speaking. He currently teaches high school courses on-line , serves as Co-Vice President of The Board of Directors for the Ontario Brain Injury Assoc. and is involved in a new business aimed at helping students with ABI with education issues.

We were proud to be Corporate Conferences of this event. There were over 600 attendees at the ABI Conference . The energy at the conference was positively electric.

Thanks to Gluckstein and Associates, Neinstein and Associates and Howie Sacks and Henry, Personal Injury law firms for their support and generosity.

www.obia.ca/

Alzheimer Society

2011-12-06T12:43:00.002-05:00

Alzheimer Society of Brant

Spiritual Care of Persons with Dementia

Best Western Brant Park Inn

Brantford, Ontario

October 13, 2011

Dr. Christopher Patterson

Professor and Chief Geriatric Services, Hamilton Health Sciences

"Dementia: The Fundamentals"

Dr. Ellen Ryan, PhD

Professor Emeritus, Health Aging & Society and Psychiatry & Behavioural
Neurosciences

Department of Health, Aging & Society, McMaster University

"Fostering Personhood in Dementia Through Communication"

Alert Best Nursing was an exhibitor.

People were able to share their experiences in caring for a loved one with Dementia.

Occupational Therapists Conference

2011-12-06T12:36:00.005-05:00

Celebrating 90 years

Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists Conference 2011

September 23 and 24, 2011

Scotia Bank Conference Centre

Niagara Falls

Alert Best Nursing was an exhibitor.

The Occupational Therapists were in a party mode.

The food was great.

Useful career development and education seminars.

www.osot.on.ca

30th Annual Shalom Village Ladies Auxiliary Tea

2011-07-22T12:46:00.002-04:00

CGNA 16th National Conference

2011-05-27T13:22:00.002-04:00

Alert Best Nursing will be attending the 16th National Conference on Gerontological Nursing to be held June 8-11 2011. For more information on the conference visit: by clicking The CGNA .

CHICA HANDIC

2011-05-27T13:15:00.002-04:00

May 5 2011 was the Annual Infection Control Education Day! The Hands Down Hoedown held at the Stoney Creek convention centre addressed a variety of topics including but not limited to:

Education through Storytelling, A history of TB, Comparing tools for cleaning audits, Animal contamination in food services, and STD's in the elderly.

1 Vision 1 Voice Ontario Palliative Care Conference

2011-05-27T12:59:00.002-04:00

The 1 Vision 1 Voice conference put on by The Ontario Palliative Care Association and Hospice Association of Ontario was held on April 10-12 2011. The conference addressed the state of Palliative Care in Canada with a keynote presentation by the honourable Sharon Carstairs and provided a series of workshops and information surrounding strategic planning and quality improvements. For more details on the speakers, 1 Vision 1 Voice has provided biographies on many of those who presented during the conference.

ABI Acquired Brain Injury Provincial Conference

2011-05-27T12:41:00.003-04:00

Alert Best Nursing was present at the the recent ABI Provincial Conference held from November 2-4 2011 in Niagara Falls. As an exhibitor, Alert Best had the opportunity to make many connections and attend seminars and keynote presentations that shed light on "The Art of Living...Life After Brain Injury". For more information on Acquired Brain Injury or the conference please visit the OBIA.

The 36th Annual Gerontological Nursing Assoc. of Ontario Conference

2010-08-26T13:43:00.000-04:00

The Gerontological Nursing Assoc (GNA) of Ontario is a non profit charitable organization. The purpose of this organization is to advocate for high standards of nursing care and other related health services for older persons and to promote professionalism in gerontological nursing practice through ongoing education, research and support to members.

The theme for this years conference is "The Deeper Experience of Caring for Older Adults."

Alert/Best Nursing & Home Care is a proud sponsor of this event being held on November 4th and 5th, 2010, hosted by the Hamilton Chapter, at the Courtyard Marriott on Upper James just off the Lincoln Alexander Parkway.

As a provider of nursing and home care services, a large proportion of our clients are older persons. Educating ourselves and our staff is a priority for us and imperative in providing the best possible services for our clients.

4th National Spinal Cord Injury Conference, Linking Research to Practice

2010-08-26T12:33:00.000-04:00

A+B Comprehensive Health Care is a proud sponsor of The 4th Annual National Spinal Cord Injury Conference being held October 28-30, 2010 at The Fallsview Resort Casino, Niagara Falls.
This promises to be an exciting event, with the the theme of "Linking Research to Practice."
Please feel free to come and visit us at our booth, and find out how we can assist you in helping your clients.

Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists Conference 2010

2010-08-26T10:14:00.000-04:00

A+B Comprehensive Health Care is a proud sponsor at The Annual OSOT Conference this year being held at The Toronto International Centre on September 24-25, 2010. Come and visit our booth. Find out how we can help provide service for your clients in the area of Nursing and Attendant Care. Come and see a variety of assistive devices and ergonomic chairs for Return to Work.

Regards
A+B Comprehensive Health Care

Infection Control Annual Education Day

2010-05-31T17:00:00.000-04:00

Thursday , June 17, 2010 The Hamilton and Neighbouring District Infection Control (HANDIC) group will be holding their 14th Annual Education Day. Alert/Best Nursing & Home will be an exhibitor at this event. We will also be attending the educational segments of this event. See you at Michelangelo's Banquet Centre, 1555 Upper Ottawa Street, Hamilton. Get directions at: www.micelangelos.com

Annual Conference of Vocational Rehabilitation Assoc. of Canada

2010-05-31T15:22:00.000-04:00

Come join us at The Annual Conference of the Vocational Rehabilitation Association of Canada, to be held June 8-11, 2010, in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The theme for this year's conference is "Purpose-Passion-Progress" celebrating 40 years of service.
We are sponsors of this event under A+B Comprehensive Health Care. Visit our exhibit table and find out more about how we can help you help your clients.

The conference is being held at the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel and Convention Centre.

Yvonne Griggs, Lisa Hughes. and Ketmeia Nuru
Alert/Best Nursing & Home Care

2010-05-31T11:44:00.000-04:00

UPDATE: H1N1 for Health Care Professionals
Guidelines from he Ministry of Health
Directive
"Ontario has been experiencing very low levels of influenza activity since the beginning of January. At this time, it is unlikely that anyone presenting with an influenza-like illness would have pandemic influenza. Health care providers are encouraged to consult their public health unit and view the Ontario Influenza Bulletin to obtain regular updates on the status of influenza in their community, available at: http://www.healthgov.on.ca/en/ccom/flu/h1n1/pro/flu_bulletin.aspx."

Deactivation of H1N1 Response Activities
With reduced levels of influenza activity in Ontario, the ministry has taken steps to wind down the response activities regarding Pandemic Influenza.

The ministry will continue to monitor influenza activity and will be prepared to reactivate response measures if required.

Yvonne

2010-05-31T11:19:00.000-04:00

As partners in A+B Comprehensive Health Care, we would like to announce that there are new owners of the back shop + home health. We would like introduce Diane and Rick Gibbs. We will continue to work together to give our clients and customers stress free services under one roof. Congratulations Diane and Rick.

Yvonne Griggs, Lisa Hughes, and Ketmeia Nuru
The Alert Best Nursing & Home Care Team

2010-05-31T11:11:00.000-04:00

I want to express my sincere thanks to Alert/Best Nursing and Home Care and to you for joining us as a sponsor for the 2010 Hospice Palliative Care Conference! Your contribution is greatly appreciated. I’m sorry that I didn’t get to meet you, but I hope that you did have the chance to speak with one of our committee members or our staff that was floating throughout the exhibition hall.

I hope that the conference was a good experience for your team. If you have any feedback on what was good, what could be improved or anything else about the conference experience, please do let me know.

Thanks again for your support and I look forward to working with you again in the future.

Lindsay Blair Holder
Event Coordinator
Hospice Association of Ontario
2 Carlton Street, Suite 707
Toronto, ON M5B 1J3
(416) 304.1477 ext. 23

Thanks to everyone who helped make the 2010 Hospice Palliative Care Conference a success! We look forward to seeing you in 2011!

17th Annual Neuro Rehab in ABI Conference

2010-01-13T16:33:00.000-05:00

Hamilton Health Sciences 17th Annual Conference on Nero Rehab in ABI will be held this year on May 6 and 7 at The Hamilton Convention Center. This years topic is "Serving the Hard to Serve."

Alert Best Nursing & Home Care is proud to be sponsor for this event for the fourth year in a row.

1 Vision 1 Voice Hospice Palliative Care Conference, 2010

2010-01-13T15:48:00.000-05:00

The Hospice Association of Ontario and The Ontario Palliative Care Association are proud to present their 2nd annual joint conference. The conference will take place April 17 - 20, 2010, at The Sheraton Parkway, Richmond Hill, ON.

The two associations have a shared philosophy

"How we treat those who are dying in our community reflects who we are as a society. All Ontarians have the right to die with dignity, to have access to physical, psychosocial, and spiritual care. As health care providers, volunteers, and family representatives of Ontario's hospice palliative care community we advocate for quality en-of-life care using an integrated and collaborative approach."

Alert / Best Nursing & Home Care is a proud sponsor of this conference.

The Rising Tide Update on Alzheimer's Disease

2010-01-13T15:35:00.000-05:00

If you know of someone, or have a family member diagnosed with Alzheimer's don't miss this update on research, treatment and care.
Keynote speaker: Dr. Christopher Patterson, Chief of Geriatric Medicine, Hamilton Health Sciences

Thursday January 14, 2010
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Royal Botanical Gardens
680 Plains Rd., West
Hamilton/Burlington
Admission and parking are FREE

Come and visit our display table at this event.

SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL

2009-11-23T15:45:00.000-05:00

Soroptimist International would like to thank Alert/Best Nursing for their generous sponsorship
of our annual Christmas Fund Raiser. An organization devoted to promote social justice, equity
and the empowerment of women through economic independence and greater participation in decision making at all levels.

OUR FIRST EXPERIENCE WITH PALLIATIVE CARE

2009-11-19T14:47:00.000-05:00

To all the staff at Alert/Best thankyou for making our journey an experience we will always remember.The level of professionalism was beyond our expectations.
The Swartz Family

Ontario Provincial Brain Injury Conference, October 2009

2009-11-16T15:48:00.000-05:00

Thanks to all the delegates at the Ontario Brain Injury Conference for coming to visit our booth and speaking with us. We were happy to officially unveil A & B Comprehensive Health Care, which was established, out of the need for complete health care services under 1 roof. At A & B we understand the importance of time and ease, so we have combined health care service and equipment providers together, to offer our clients a complete and stress free experience. We provide our clients with the best back to back services by bringing together 2 highly reputable and established companies. Alert / Best Nursing and The Back Shop have joined forces to become, A & B Comprehensive Health Care: a provider for all your health care service and equipment needs.

Contact: 905-524-5864
www.abchealthcare.ca

7th Annual Innovations In Palliative Care

2009-11-16T14:49:00.000-05:00

Nursing staff of Alert Best Nursing & Home Care are proud to be attending The 7th Annual Innovations in Palliative Care Conference on November 18, 2009, as our commitment to continuing education and excellence.

Key topic discussions will include:
Ethical principles that guide and assist us through ethical challenges in patient and family care.
Components of programs that remain client centered, just and ethical.
Planning for current and future care for patients and families.
The power of personhood through stories of patient/family/caregiver.
Working with the moral tension, when clients do not receive the standard of care they deserve and which we value for them.

2009-08-17T14:49:00.000-04:00

Many thanks to Edan k for the excellent care provided for my father during his time of need.
She will always be remembered for her kindness and professionalism.
Mr. D and family

2009-05-31T12:52:00.000-04:00

Healthy Travel

‘tis the season for vacationing and summer excursions. If you are planning a long distance trip to a destination abroad please be prepared. In the midst of the excitement, associated with holiday get-away’s, health precautions are often overlooked. If you are planning a destination vacation, please take a moment to review the guidelines offered by, The Public Health Agency of Canada.

Travel Information

At Alert / Best Nursing and Home Care we are able to provide caregivers to accompany a client during an excursion or vacation travel. Please contact us for more information on this and other available services.

www.alertbestnursing.com

2009-05-31T12:41:00.000-04:00

Ontario Brain Injury

As supporters of the Ontario Brain Injury Association, Alert / Best Nursing (a partner of A+B Comprehensive Health Care) is proud to announce sponsorship of the following conferences. The links below will connect you with information on past and upcoming conferences. We have also offered a link to The OBIA quarterly review for informative reading.

2009-05-07 - 16th Annual Annual Conference on Neurobehavioural Rehabilitation in Acquired Brain Inury

Hamilton Convention center, Hamilton

http://www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/body.cfm?id=1792

2009-10-28 - 2009 Provincial Acquired Brain Injury Conference

Harnessing the Power After Brain Injury - Niagara Falls, ON. A project of the Ontario Brain Injury Association (OBIA) in collaboration with the Community Support Network (CSN) and with host association the Brain Injury Association of Niagara (BIAN)

OBIA quarterly review http://obia.on.ca/obiareview.pdf

2009-05-31T12:32:00.000-04:00

Pandemic Planning.

The recent outbreak of influenza has many people reviewing precautionary standards. The CAMH (centre for addiction and mental health) has provided a brochure of information to the public. This informative document answers many of the questions arising due to recent circumstance. Please connect via the link below. It is important to stay informed and be aware of the precautionary steps to prevent the further spread of virus’s. Information is often the key to one’s health and safety. Taking the correct measures to become informed will reduce the risks as well as offer peace of mind.

http://www.camh.net/About_CAMH/Client_Safety/pandemic_pagesEN.pdf