Correct hand washing is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of infection, virus and disease. WorkSafe BC provides a great video on correct hand washing technique. Check it out:
INFO: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Hey everyone, in addition to our last post, we are passing along more information about COVID-19 (coronavirus) as it comes to us.
First – from our friends over at COPCS:
- Information about the COVID–19 virus through the BC Centre for Disease Control Website
- Information by phone through the Government of Canada Coronavirus Information Line: 1-833-784-4397
- Ongoing by phone through Health Link BC: 811
Second – from the BCCEO Network:
- a memo from CLBC CEO Ross Chilton with information on what CLBC is doing
Please remember to wash your hands often, and to stay home if you’re feeling sick.
INFO: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Hey everyone, there’s been lots in the news lately about COVID-19, the newly identified respiratory disease that is also known as the coronavirus.
We want to support everyone to stay informed, and to stay healthy. HealthLink BC has some good information on their website. They also provide it in PDF format, as well, if you would like to print off. Check it out.
https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/health-feature/coronavirus-covid-19
OKANAGAN: Lunch and learn!
Hey everyone, join Becky from posAbilities in Kelowna or Penticton this April for a lunch and learn discussion about Navigating Restrictive and Prohibitive Practices in a Home-Share Setting. Details below!
MANDT Training!
Hey everyone, there is a MANDT training opportunity coming up in Castlegar on March 12th. Check it out – sign up by March 5th.
FREE: Workshops & Webinars
Hey all, COPCS has sent around a few links to upcoming free workshops
offered by Alzheimer Society of BC. There are webinars available as well! Check out the regional links below.
You can also sign up to receive their First Link Bulletin by email: info@alzheimerbc.org
CRESTON & CRANBROOK: MANDT training coming up!
Hi everyone, we have MANDT courses coming up for home share providers in Cranbrook and Creston – check out the dates and let Mike know if you’re able to attend!
Plan Institute training – Webinars!
Plan Institute has upcoming training opportunities online in these topics:
- Personal Support Network Facilitation (online course)
- Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning (webinar)
- Registered Disability Savings Plan (webinar)
Plan Institute adds new events and dates to their website, check it out here. You can also sign up for their newsletter! They will notify you of upcoming events.
MANDT Training Available!
Hey everyone, we have a few more spots available for home share providers and employees in our upcoming MANDT Training – see info below, contact Sue to register.
WEBINAR – Dignity of risk
Hey everyone, check out the NCAPPS December webinar flyer. Feature topic is Health/Safety and Dignity of Risk. Feel free to share with anyone who might be interested!
