Trisha Deslaurier
CEO

Kathy Innocente
HR & Finance Manager

Dr. Jason Malinowski
Medical Director

Chantel Brown
Junior Director of Care

Gail Yantha
Senior Director of Care

Andre Renaud
Support Services Manager

Jamie Graham
Maintenance Manager

Lisa Yantha
Activities Director

Tina O'Malley
Infection Control Coordinator

*ALL VALLEY MANOR JOBS REQUIRE A RECENT VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK (WITHIN 6 MONTHS) TO BE HIRED.

            88 Mintha Street, Box 880,    Barry’s Bay, Ontario K0J 1B0        Tel: 613-756-2643     Fax: 613-756-7601

Job Posting Number:

ORPN-23 Open Lines August 2023 - Lines 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10

Department:

Status:

RPN - Permanent Part-Time (Days/Evening) 0.7 x2, 0.67, 0.47, 0.43 & 0.4 FTE

Posting Date:

Monday, July 24, 2023

Closing Date:

Until filled

DESCRIPTION

Valley Manor is a dynamic and progressive Long-Term Care Home.  We are a rural, fully Accredited facility, offering quality nursing care in a friendly & welcoming environment.  We are committed to the safety of our residents and to compliance with the LTCHA legislation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Current Registered Practical Nurse with a current (or temporary) certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario

*ALL VALLEY MANOR JOBS REQUIRE A RECENT VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK (WITHIN 6 MONTHS) TO BE HIRED.

QUALIFICATIONS

Post RPN education and experience in gerontology or related field preferred
Demonstrated leadership skills, assessment, interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal
Ability to supervise, and provide direction to RPNs, PSWs and other staff
Ability to multi-task, and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to providing resident-focused care in a long-term care setting
Current CPR certification
Experience with RAI-MDS, Point-Click-Care and electronic MAR is very beneficial
Knowledge related to the Long-Term Care Homes Act (FLTCA)
Completes Mandatory Education as assigned, and has a desire for ongoing learning
Attends Staff Meetings

APPLY

Kathy Innocente

kathyinnocente@valleymanor.org

Valley Manor Inc

Box 880-88 Mintha Street

Barry’s Bay, ON K0J 1B0

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All new hires are required to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check valid from within the last six (6) months, as well as their immunization status/immunity to select group of communicable illnesses as a pre-condition of employment

Job Posting Number:

O-23-Open Lines November 2023

Department:

Status:

Permanent Part-Time 0.3, 0.27 & 0.2 FTE

Posting Date:

Monday, October 02, 2023

Closing Date:

Until Filled

APPLY

Kathy Innocente

kathyinnocente@valleymanor.org

Valley Manor Inc

Box 880-88 Mintha Street

Barry’s Bay, ON K0J 1B0

DESCRIPTION

Valley Manor is a dynamic and progressive Long-Term Care Home.  We are a rural, fully Accredited facility, offering quality nursing care in a friendly & welcoming environment.  We are committed to the safety of our residents and to compliance with the LTCHA legislation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

*ALL VALLEY MANOR JOBS REQUIRE A RECENT VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK (WITHIN 6 MONTHS) TO BE HIRED.

QUALIFICATIONS

Post RN education and experience in gerontology or related field preferred
Demonstrated leadership skills, assessment, interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal
Ability to supervise, and provide direction to RPNs, PSWs and other staff
Ability to multi-task, and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to providing resident-focused care in a long-term care setting
Current CPR certification
Experience with Point-Click-Care and electronic MAR is very beneficial
Knowledge related to the Long-Term Care Homes Act 79/10
Completes Mandatory Education as assigned, and has a desire for ongoing learning
Attends Staff Meetings

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All new hires are required to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check valid from within the last six (6) months, as well as their immunization status/immunity to select group of communicable illnesses as a pre-condition of employment

Job Posting Number:

NP – 22-01

Department:

Status:

Permanent  (Nurse Practitioner)

Posting Date:

Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Closing Date:

Once position is filled

DESCRIPTION

Valley Manor is a dynamic and progressive Long-Term Care Home.  We are a rural, fully Accredited facility, offering quality nursing care in a friendly & welcoming environment.  We are committed to the safety of our residents and to compliance with the LTCHA legislation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class
*ALL VALLEY MANOR JOBS REQUIRE A RECENT VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK (WITHIN 6 MONTHS) TO BE HIRED.
Fully vaccinated according to the Ministry of Health Long Term Care Directives

DUTIES

Reporting to the CEO, collaborate and liaise with the Medical Director, Director of Care and interdisciplinary team in care and delivery
Assess, diagnose, and evaluate acute and chronic illness and other changes in resident’s conditions, prescribe treatments, diagnostics and follow up care.
Support and advocate for residents’ best interests while engaging with the resident / family / substitute decision maker (SDM) regarding Care.
Participate in resident care conferences.
Provide clinical leadership to the LTC team members centered around the resident care needs which can include resident move in/out, hospital discharge planning, palliative and end-of-life care, pain management, dementia care and responsive behavior management.
Participate in identifying, analyzing and interpreting trends in resident care and professional nursing practice to determine priorities for educational programming for team members, residents and families.
Promote knowledge development and mentorship of clinical staff by integrating best practices in resident care.
Assist with the development and delivery of education to staff, residents and families.
Document clinical data, assessment findings, diagnoses, plans of care, therapeutic interventions, resident responses, and clinical rationale in a timely manner.
Participate in creating an organizational environment that supports safety and quality of resident care and life, collaborative practice, and professional growth.
Participate in Quality Committee meetings; support CQI projects and initiatives.
Participate in providing after hours and on-call coverage

Valley Manor’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is a commitment to hire people whose skills and abilities contribute the most to the organization and who reflect the community in which we live and work.

APPLY

Kathy Innocente

kathyinnocente@valleymanor.org

Valley Manor Inc

Box 880-88 Mintha Street

Barry’s Bay, ON K0J 1B0

Kathy Innocente

kathyinnocente@valleymanor.org

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All new hires are required to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check valid from within the last six (6) months, as well as their immunization status/immunity to select group of communicable illnesses (including having received full COVID-19 vaccine and booster a minimum of 14 days before starting) as a pre-condition of employment

            88 Mintha Street, Box 880,   Barry’s Bay, Ontario K0J 1B0        Tel: 613-756-2643     Fax: 613-756-7601

Job Posting Number:

U-23 Open Lines – April 2023

Department:

Status:

 Permanent & Temporary Regular Part-Time (0.6 FTE) & Permanent & Temporary Part-Time (0.4 FTE)

Posting Date:

Sunday, December 31, 2023

Closing Date:

NA

DESCRIPTION

Valley Manor is a dynamic and progressive Long-Term Care Home. We are a rural, fully Accredited facility, offering quality nursing care in a friendly & welcoming environment.  We are committed to the safety of our residents and to compliance with the LTCHA legislation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Current Personal Support Worker Certificate

Developmental Service Worker Certificate

*ALL VALLEY MANOR JOBS REQUIRE A RECENT VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK (WITHIN 6 MONTHS) TO BE HIRED.

Duties

Provide resident care in accordance with administrative policies, physician's orders and established standards, and LTC legislation and Regulations
Assist with training of nursing personnel
Responsible for proper care of equipment
Assist with admission, transfer/discharge of a resident
Commitment to providing resident-focused care in a long-term care setting
Current CPR certification
Experience with Point-Click-Care and electronic MAR is an asset
Completes Mandatory Education as assigned, and has a desire for ongoing learning
Attends Staff Meetings and any other related duties

APPLY

Kathy Innocente

kathyinnocente@valleymanor.org

Valley Manor Inc

Box 880-88 Mintha Street

Barry’s Bay, ON K0J 1B0

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All new hires are required to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check valid from within the last six (6) months, as well as their immunization status/immunity to select group of communicable illnesses a pre-condition of employment98i

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88 Mintha St., Postal Box 880
Barry's Bay, ON, K0J 1B0

During Regular Business Hours:

Sheila Lorbetskie, Administrative Co-Ordinator @

TEL: (613) 756-2643 Ext #221
FAX: (613) 756-7601

Evenings and Weekends:

Nurse's Station @

TEL: (613) 756-2643 Ext #235
FAX: (613) 756-7601

The Ministry of Long Term Care 

TEL: 1-888-321-0339

To book a facility tour:

Fill out the form below or call our Family and Resident Service Co-Ordinator @

TEL: (613) 756-2643 Ext #263
FAX: (613) 756-7601

Trisha Deslaurier
CEO

A set of activities that are carried out to set standards used to monitor and improve performance so that the care and services provided will satisfy stated or implied needs. These processes don’t “assure” quality; they are tools used to assist with the management of quality.

The CQI Team -

The CQI team at Valley Manor provides the framework for the development and implementation of our integrated Quality Management system.

We strive to provide and implement appropriate quality management systems and processes to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care and service to our residents.

The Valley Manor CQI team continues to provide the framework for continuous improvement  which improves the  resident satisfaction a at Valley Manor and with our community stakeholders.  We must share the responsibility for the delivery of high quality programs and services and for continual improvement. Ultimate responsibility for quality and risk management activities rests with the CQI team however, all stakeholders including staff, volunteers, board members, and third party service vendors have a role to play in improving quality and managing risk. Direction for the Quality and Risk Management program is provided by CQI team.

Our CQI team is  committed to continuously improving the quality of care and service that we provide. Quality means meeting the needs and expectations of our residents and by extension, their families and/or support systems. Each of us has a responsibility to ensure quality for the residents that live at  Valley Manor.

Quality is improved through a continuous process of self-assessment with targets and standards, reviewing and evaluating progress and implementing quality improvement and other action plans. The policies, procedures, implementing processes and monitoring mechanisms are made known to our residents, families and stakeholders with the aim of involving everyone in the development of our culture. In order to develop this quality culture we use a range of ways to consult and inform, and aim to continuously improve effective communications.

Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)

The Excellent Care for All Act (ECFAA) requires that every year, health care organizations including Long-Term Care develop an annual Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) for the following fiscal year and make that plan available to the public.

The QIP is an organization-owned plan that establishes a platform for quality improvement that can be used to harmonize efforts to improve quality of care across the health care system. While each organization owns, develops, and maintains their QIP, organizations share in a common agenda of improving the patient/resident experience that is guided by provincial priorities for high quality care as highlighted in Ontario’s Action Plan for Health Care.

Our current QIP is accessible right here: https://qipnavigator.hqontario.ca/

On Tuesday, October 1^st at 10:30 am Valley Manor LTC home performed their triennial full evacuation drill under the observation of the Madawaska Valley Fire Chief, Corwin Quade. At the staff debrief after the event, he advised the staff that “You all did quite well! You all did a great job, so obviously you know what you’re doing.” Valley Manor’s CEO, Trisha DesLaurier also commended the staff on a job well done stating “A huge thank you to the entire team for your participation in the full evacuation exercise at Valley Manor today! It was completed in record time of 24:48 minutes. The last full evacuation drill was completed in 32 minutes. A job well done by all; including the residents!!”

Why conduct this drill?

Exercises or drills provide several important benefits to any organization that uses them to prepare for its emergency response. Some drills are conducted monthly, yearly and triennially as per the Ministry of Long-Term Care’s - Fixing Long-Term Car Act, 2021. Conducting this drill helps the home increase their overall preparedness in the event of a real evacuation. In particular, it:

• Provides the home a way to determine its readiness to respond to a crisis or disaster.

• Clarifies gaps or problems with existing policies and plans.

• Helps administration and staff understand their roles during a disaster.

• Serves as a training tool.

• Helps identify needs for other resources, and

• Serves as a tool for modifying and improving existing plans based on the lessons learned during the drill.

Volunteer Philosophy

Volunteers significantly enhance the quality of life, community spirit, and leisure time opportunities at Valley Manor. Volunteers are a valuable human resource requiring support and encouragement to maintain and develop their skills, and to ensure their continued involvement in the provision of their valuable services throughout the home.

The Volunteer Process

1. Fill in the Volunteer Application form you can obtain from the Activities Department, on our website or Contact the Volunteer Coordinator Bev Beanish. to schedule an interview.
2. After completion of the interview, personal references that have been provided on the application will be checked.
3. Upon successful completion of interview and reference checks, you will be required to complete a training session in order to begin volunteering.
4. Every volunteer aged 18 and over will be required to provide a criminal reference check (CPIC) before they start volunteering. Upon submission of the receipt, expenses incurred from the CPIC will be reimbursed.

Call the Lisa Yantha our Manager of Recreation & Volunteers @ (613) 756-2643 ext. 225 for more information.

What you Gain as a Volunteer

Volunteering creates opportunities for the residents of our home. Volunteers help improve the quality of life for the residents and, in turn, improve the quality of their own lives.

Volunteering is a fun way to spend spare time, it looks great on a resume, and it’s an incredibly special way to contribute to your community.

* What you gain as a volunteer:

• Giving to community
• Meeting new people
• Building your resume
• Helping seniors

Valley Manor Inc.

Resident and Staff Safety is a priority at Valley Manor. It is now included as one of our quadrants that make up our Strategic Framework

Valley Manor strives to create a Safety Culture that features:

• Continuous ongoing education surrounding safe work practices, workplace harassment and the whistle blowing policy
• A blame free environment where individuals are able to report safety concerns and  utilize the whistle blowing policy without fear of reprimand or punishment

• Continuous Quality Improvement through the safety plan that includes action plans for all safety related goals & safety concerns for all staff and residents.

Tina O'Malley
Infection Control Co-ordinator

Phone: (613) 756-2643 ext 235

Valley Manor Inc. is a private, non-profit, 90 bed long term care facility that is regulated under the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care.

The home is nestled in picturesque forest setting which is surrounded by nature and wildlife. It surrounds an open courtyard that is accessible to all residents and is the attractive focus in the summer when flowers are in full bloom. The fireplace lounge, assembly room, chapel and library are always bustling with our residents and staff.

Located in the village of Barry’s Bay, Valley Manor Inc. is in southwestern Renfrew County, 85 kilometres southwest of Pembroke, 95 kilometres west of Renfrew, 200 kilometres west of Ottawa, 175 kilometres north of Peterborough and 50 kilometres east of Algonquin Park.

Valley Manor Inc. is a fully accredited long term care facility by Accreditation Canada.

Long Term Care Homes within the County of Renfrew

Changing Design Standards & Codes

Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care

Enhanced Long-Term Care Home Renewal Strategy
Design Manual

• The Resident Home Area
• Size of resident bedroom
• Number of residents sharing a room and a washroom
• Number of bathing facilities (tub and shower)
• Number and size of lounge, program and activity rooms
• Size of dining rooms
• The ability to provide secure spaces or “lock-down” areas within the Home

Community and Market

• With 140 staff, Valley Manor is the largest employer in the Madawaska Valley and injects over $6 million into the local and surrounding economy every year.
• If Valley Manor doesn’t redevelop by 2025, the MOHLTC will close the home affecting those 140 families currently employed there, not to mention the 90 families with loved ones in Valley Manor’s care.
• Should the Home be closed, the Ministry will take those existing bed licenses away from Valley Manor and likely the County of Renfrew.
• Valley Manor has a consistently long waiting list for accommodations with most of the admissions coming from the Madawaska Valley, Hagarty and Richards and South Algonquin and Whitney.
• In the next ten years, the population within the County of Renfrew that are reaching the age that they will require care is expected to increase dramatically.

Aerial View of Barry’s Bay

Status of the Redevelopment

• Planning for the redevelopment of the 96‑bed long-term care home was initiated in 2009 under the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care’s Long-Term Care Renewal Strategy program.
• Valley Manor is now moving the process forward with the Ministry of Health under the more recent 2015 Enhanced Long-Term Care Home Renewal Strategy.
• The new 96-bed home will be located adjacent to the St. Francis Memorial Hospital (SFMH), a 20-bed community hospital and medical building, to contribute to the town’s vision for a community healthcare hub.
• Drawings provided by Hobin Architecture Incorporated, Ottawa, Ontario.www.hobinarc.com

Site Comparison

Valley Manor - Existing (Mintha) Site

Valley Manor - New (Sherwood School) Site

Aerial View Looking North - Artist’s Concept

88 Mintha Street, Box 880,    Barry’s Bay, Ontario K0J 1B0          Tel: 613-756-2643       Fax: 613-756-7601

Job Posting Number:

O-23 IPAC Support

Department:

Nursing

Status:

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - Infection Control Coordinator

Support

Posting Date:

Friday, November 03, 2023

Closing Date:

Monday, November 13, 2023 or until filled

APPLY

Lorilei Mayhew Administrative Coordinator/HR

Box 880-88 Mintha Street Barry’s Bay, ON K0J 1B0 admincoordinator@valleymanor.org

DESCRIPTION

Valley Manor is a dynamic and progressive Long-Term Care Home. We are a rural, fully Accredited facility, offering quality nursing care in a friendly & welcoming environment. We are committed to the safety of our residents and to compliance with the LTCHA legislation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (either RN or RPN)
Vulnerable Sector Check valid within the last 6 months or can obtain one

QUALIFICATIONS

Registered Nurse with a current certificate of competence from CNO
Post RN education and experience in Infection Prevention and Control Practices, including: infectious diseases, cleaning and disinfection, data collection and trend analysis, reporting protocols, outbreak management, asepsis, microbiology, adult education, epidemiology, program management; AND, if not certified…..
Agrees to complete Certification in Infection Control from the Certification Board of Infection Control & Epidemiology by April 2025, or sooner
Experience in a long-term care home setting is an asset
Demonstrated leadership skills and organizational skills
Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to supervise, and provide direction to all staff and departments in the Home
Must work with the interdisciplinary team to implement the IPAC program
Must manage and oversee the entire Infection Prevention and Control Program
Oversees the delivery of IPAC education to all staff, caregivers, volunteers, visitors and residents
Audits IPAC practices in the Home
Conducts regular infectious disease surveillance
Convenes the Outbreak Management Team at the outset of an outbreak and regularly throughout an outbreak
Convenes the interdisciplinary IPAC team and conducts quarterly meetings (or more often during an outbreak) as per Fixing Long Term Care Act (FLTCA), 2021; Section 102, subsection 4

Ensures surveillance of resident symptoms as per FLTCA, 2021, section 102, subsection 9
Reviews any daily and monthly screening results collected to determine any action that may be required
Implement required improvements to the IPAC program as required by audits
Ensures there is a hand hygiene program in place
Ensure there is a screening program for infectious diseases for staff as well as an immunization program for staff
Ensure a program is in place for residents to be offered immunization against pneumococcus, tetanus and diphtheria
Ensure there is a policy that is enforced that any pets living in, or visiting the Home have up-to-date immunizations
Be knowledgeable about the Infection Prevention and Control Program as outlined in the FLTCA, 2021 (Section

102) in its entirety, and apply all information

Ability to multi-task, and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to providing excellent quality, resident focused care
Ability to find efficiencies in both time management and human resources
Ability to ensure supplies are utilized without waste and within allotted budget in consultation with the CEO, DOC and all Managers
Current CPR certification
Attends RN/RPN meetings. Ability to teach, explain and demonstrate any changes related to the major LTC Homes programs
Requires excellent computer skills
Has knowledge related to the Fixing Long-Term Care Homes Act (2021) & Regulations
Must have a keen interest in policy review and development
Must have a keen interest in maintaining statistics
Must be willing and able to be flexible in assignments
Any other duties as assigned
Strong attendance history required

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All new hires are required to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check valid from within the last six (6) months, as well as their immunization status/immunity to select group of communicable illnesses as a pre-condition of employment

Present: Left to Right

Board members Annie Marsh, Bill Rodnick, Jill Vermaire, Director of HR and Finance Stacey McDonald, Honourable Minister of Long-Term Care Paul Calandra, CEO Trisha DesLaurier, MPP John Yakabuski and Director of Care Gail Yantha

Honourable Minister of Long-term Care Paul Calandra attended Valley Manor on Monday, June 12th to review Valley Manor’s final stages of their redevelopment plans with John Yakabuski MPP, the Valley Manor Executive Team and the Board of Directors.

Valley Manor was eager to showcase the great redevelopment work that has been completed to date, despite the fact that the home is situated in a small rural community and faces additional challenges being a not for profit home as compared to larger communities.

Minister Calandra and MPP John Yakabuski reviewed the redevelopment plans and toured the facility with the team. Minister Calandra was very complementary to the redevelopment and fundraising work that has been completed so far, despite the challenges of the pandemic and being in a rural location which presents an additional layer of challenges to complete the journey.

The meeting was a part of Valley Manor’s advocacy efforts for an individual funding model for small rural homes with limited fundraising capacity.

Redevelopment Update February 1, 2023

It has been a very busy start to the year at Valley Manor on the redevelopment front. The year started on January 9th with an onsite redevelopment meeting with MPP John Yakabuski and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Long-Term Care MPP John Jordan to review the redevelopment work completed to date for Valley Manor and review the new funding methodology which was announced in November 2022.

Discussion and planning for the next steps of the project are well underway while a tour of the facility and a detailed presentation were provided. The status of the redevelopment, the funding challenges to date and fundraising were the key topics reviewed.

A second redevelopment “Refresh Kick Off Meeting” took place on January 30 th with the Renfrew County Warden Peter Emon, MPP John Yakabuski, Colliers Project Leaders, Hobin Architects, Valley Manor’s Board and Executive.

John Yakabuski and Peter Emon agreed to work closely with Valley Manor to expedite the project and they both recognize the unique situation that Valley Manor is in in terms of being a rural, isolated located.

As you will see in the diagrams provided, Valley Manor has surpassed many key milestones and the next steps are to amend the current plans to include additional IPAC measures related to the pandemic into the redevelopment planning and finalize the financing piece before final submission to Ministry before tender.

Valley Manor also has plans to meet with the Municipality and the new Councillors before Spring in order to provide them with the most current updates and key milestones.

On November 25, 2022, the Ministry of Long-Term Care introduced a fixed, time-limited funding supplement to the existing CFS of up to $35 per bed, per day for 25 years for eligible projects. This supplemental CFS is intended to support projects such as Valley Manor where funding has been identified as one of the main barriers to starting construction and to accelerate the development and redevelopment of long-term care beds across the province. One of the key policy changes is to allow non-profit operators to convert up to $15 of the CFS supplemental funding into a construction grant which will be payable at the start of construction. This measure increases projects’ upfront equity which will help non-profit operators secure the financing they need to support their development projects.

The CFS supplemental funding increase is available to eligible for-profit and non-profit operators that can demonstrate readiness to start construction and attain approval to start construction between April 1, 2022 and August 31, 2023. Operators were required to complete and submit the Statement of Readiness form template by December 20, 2022 to be considered for funding. Valley Manor submitted their Readiness Assessment to Ministry in December 2022 to ensure their project remains in the que regardless of any financial gaps or local construction challenges

The Ethics Advisory Committee is a joint committee. The expectation of the time to resolve an issue is dependent on the nature of the matter.

The committee is comprised, at minimum, of the following members:

St. Francis Memorial Hospital
613-756-3044

Valley Manor
613-756-2643

Barry’s Bay & Area Home Support
613-756-2772

Madawaska Valley Hospice
613-756-3045

Madawaska Valley Association for Community Living
613-756-3817
 

No transmissions have occurred from this isolated result.

The staff member is feeling well and continues to be in isolation as per the Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU), direction.   Outbreak precautions have been diligently followed.  Infection prevention and Control and Personal protective Equipment continues to be used appropriately and Valley Manor continues surveillance testing on all staff.

In collaboration with the Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU), Valley Manor is very confident that once the 14 day outbreak period is complete, the outbreak will be declared over and everything will be back to normal for residents and staff.

This will not delay the upcoming second dose of vaccinations for the residents.

Valley Manor's CEO Trisha DesLaurier stated that while Valley Manor continues to keep the community informed, each and every one of us have an obligation to maintain the strictest of confidentiality for our staff and residents.

Thank you to the staff and community for their understanding during this time.

VISION
Cultivating a diverse home where all are welcome and respected.

VALUES / COMMUNICATIONS
We will conduct our important work with:

● Integrity
● Transparency
● Leadership
● Workplace Satisfaction & Compassion

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 3, 2021

Renfrew County Is One Step Closer To Having An Ontario Health Team

As part of the provincial initiative to make health care more collaborative, integrated and patient-centred, a local team comprised of dozens of health and social service partners has now submitted an application to become an Ontario Health Team (OHT) for this area.

Once approved, it is hoped that the new Ontario Health Team will make it easier for people to get the right care, at the right time, in the right place.

Recognized currently as “Network 24”, the team that developed the region’s application includes representation from hospitals, long-term care, paramedic services, primary care providers, agencies that provide social services, palliative care, homecare, community care, as well as mental health and addictions care and public health. In addition, input was received from both our Indigenous and francophone populations, as well as patients and families within the represented communities.

The proposed OHT will have a catchment area that includes a broad and diverse set of communities in and around the Ottawa Valley. The area stretches from Renfrew to Deep River, and includes the communities of Calabogie, Barry’s Bay, Eganville, Cobden, Pembroke, and Petawawa, as well as those along Highway 60 to South Algonquin Township.

A new name for the region’s OHT will be selected once its development is complete.

The Network 24 partners already enjoy a vast array of collaborations and partnerships across their shared areas of expertise, which will be an essential foundation in both the development and success of the new OHT. In addition, the unprecedented coming together of health care partners in response to the COVID-19 pandemic has put in place many of the structures that will be helpful and necessary to roll out the work of the OHT.

Backed by provincial funding, Network 24 will spend its first year in operation focused on enhanced care for two priority groups within our population – frail seniors and those struggling with mental health and addictions.

Areas of focus for the OHT will include increasing the number of individuals who have a primary care provider, whether family doctor or nurse practitioner.  It will also work to improve awareness of the available services in our region that support our aging population to live healthfully in their home, and improve connectivity through appropriate referrals and matching patient needs to the correct service. This also holds true for those with mental health and addictions issues who should be able to access the care they need in the community in order to avoid emergency visits – particularly readmissions.

The OHT will also work to advance digital health and information sharing which will not only help family doctors, nurse practitioners, and other providers to coordinate patient care but will allow the OHT to measure the number of referrals to services, wait times, and other metrics to make sure improvements are being made.

More information about the specifics of the work to be done and how this will benefit those in our community will be rolled out as our team advances through the development process.

In terms of next steps, pending approval of the application, the Ontario government will conduct an in-person assessment to decide if Network 24 is fully ready to become an Ontario Health Team. It is expected that the application review process will take several months.

For more information, please contact the Ontario Health Team Communication and Engagement Group for Network 24:

To arrange, Facetime or Skype virtual visits, please call our Activities Department at 613-756-2643,  Ext. 225 to schedule

Please review the brochures attached outlining guidelines and information about the visits. 

More often than not, you have experienced one of our volunteers, caregivers, or staff  go the extra mile to ensure either you or a loved one has just what you need.

Perhaps the receptionist has gone out of their way to help you with a phone call, the administration office assisted you to get the information you need quickly, a volunteer helped you at the door and gave you that smile you needed, or the great care staff at our healthcare organizations provided you or a family member with extra special care when you needed it most.

We are so very proud of everyone who makes up our community's wonderful healthcare team!

The Guardian Angel program allows you the opportunity to show your appreciation for exceptional and compassionate care in a meaningful way that helps us change and save lives by ensuring our caregivers have the equipment and facilities they need to provide you with the best possible care.

And... Your Guardian Angel will be presented with our unique Angel pin to wear with pride.

Your kind gift, of any size, will be used for the most urgent community needs at our healthcare sites (St. Francis Memorial Hospital, Valley Manor and MV Hospice Palliative Care.)

Nominate your Guardian Angel today by contacting the St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation at 613-756-3044, ext. 217.

We'll ensure they know just how much they are noticed and appreciated!

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Mission

To create an opportunity for the donors of th Madawaska Valley to advance healthcare in the community by ensuring support for equipment and facility needs through the effort of one fundraising organization that will inclusively fundraise based on a long term plan for the community’s non-profit healthcare needs.

In this way, our donors are making an overall impact on all the healthcare organizations in their community, knowing that these organizations have taken the communities needs into account when planning for what we will need in the long term.

Who do we raise Funds for?

In accordance with an overall long range plan, the SFVH Foundation raises, manages and distributes funds to:

• St Francis Memorial Hospital (including Rainbow Valley)
• Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care
• Valley Manor Nursing Home

What do we raise money for?

The 3 non-profit Healthcare Organizations support partnerships around the current needs of patients, putting the needs of the community ahead of their independent needs and identifying their capital equipment needs as it relates to long term planning.

Based on the community’s capacity to give, fundraising strategies are developed by the SFVH Foundation to meet these with a projected 5 year plan.

Campaigns and Designated Funds

When you give to the SFVH Foundation, you are actually supporting all three healthcare organizations (SFMH, Valley Manor and Hospice) because the fundraising dollars go back to these organizations at the end of the year to support their equipment needs based all based on an overall plan that reflect the community’s needs. However and as always, the Foundation will continue to respect the wishes of its donors to designate a gift of support if requested.

Please follow this link to our new website to learn more about our programs and events.

http://www.sfvhfoundation.com/

• Large comfortable resident home areas
• Spacious private rooms
• Lounge and living areas with TV
• Well-appointed multi-purpose lounge with a fireplace accented with gracious, vintage furniture.
• Access to an enclosed outdoor courtyard and walking paths surrounded by beautiful gardens, nature and a pond.
• Nursing and personal care on a 24-hour basis, including care given by personal support workers, registered nurses and registered practical nurses.
• Restorative Care services with related supplies and equipment.
• A palliative care program with access to the community Hospice.
• Professional Foot Care services provided by the St Francis Memorial Hospital Foot Care team.
• A robust activities program. The Activities Department at Valley Manor Inc. strives to provide high quality programs to meet the social, emotional, physical, cognitive and spiritual needs of all residents with varying capabilities. Programs are offered at convenient times seven days a week which include evening programs.
• Numerous activities take place in the courtyard during the summer, including barbeques and gardening. A few community outings take place annually, including the Fall Colours Tour and a fishing trip to a local fish farm.
• An extensive infection control program led by a qualified Infection Control Nurse.
• Physiotherapy Services available for all residents.
• Access to Six local physicians that work for Valley Manor.
• Good nutrition and attractive, tasty meals are an essential part of our service. Nutritional goals are met through the Nutrition Care Manager in collaboration with the Registered Dietician. Three meals are served a day, plus three nutritious snacks, including homemade cookies and loaves. Alternate selections are available and residents are made aware of the choices at each meal. Special and therapeutic diets are prepared in accordance with doctors' orders. For the most part, meal service is provided in the dining room. If a resident is acutely ill, meals will be provided in their room.

View a Sample Menu (pdf)

Under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005, Valley Manor Inc. must meet the requirements of accessibility standards established by regulation. This policy establishes the accessibility standards for customer service for the organization, in accordance with Ontario Regulation 429/07. This policy applies to all employees of the organization, Board of Directors, volunteers, agents, and contracted service provider staff.

Policy

The AODA was created to ensure that goods and services provided in Ontario are accessible to people with disabilities, and that persons with disabilities are treated with respect, dignity and equality. Valley Manor Inc. is committed to providing respectful services that focus on the unique needs of the individual.

Valley Manor Inc. will ensure that all employees and volunteers are trained in compliance with the Customer Service standard requirements and AODA.

Valley Manor Inc. is committed to servicing people with disabilities who are accompanied by a service animal on the parts of our premises that are open to the public.

Valley Manor Inc. is committed to welcoming and servicing people with disabilities who are accompanied by a support person and will work with the support person to ensure access to service.

Valley Manor Inc. will communicate with people with disabilities in ways that take into account their disability.

Valley Manor is committed to ensuring that these 6 core components of the Accessibility Act are followed:

1. Use of Service Animals Responsibility
2. Use of Support Persons
3. Notification of Service Disruption
4. Accessibility Training
5. Feedback Process
6. Assistive Devices and Communication

External References:

Ontario Human Rights Code, Ontario Disabilities Act, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act