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Extendicare and Medix College collaboration enhances personal support worker education in Northern Ontario

In collaboration with Medix College, this fall, Extendicare’s long-term care homes in Kirkland Lake and Timmins will implement the Living Classroom program, offering students hands-on Personal Support Worker (PSW) education in long-term care home settings. Extendicare’s highly qualified care professionals will provide on-site training and real-world experience to students beginning their careers.

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Chipping in | Extendicare hosts 11th annual golf tournament to support the Alzheimer Society of Canada

Extendicare was pleased to welcome partners from across our network at Lionhead Golf Club and Conference Centre for the 11th annual charity golf tournament in support of the Alzheimer Society of Canada (ASC). continue

The summer student experience at Extendicare: Learning, networking, and long-lasting impact

Over the last few months, I have been a summer student on the Public Affairs team – one of eight university students who interned at Extendicare's head office in Markham, Ontario. continue

A unique Olympic experience for residents at Extendicare Columbia Forest

It has been an Olympics to remember for residents at Extendicare Columbia Forest, who have been experiencing the Paris Games in a unique way, from the comfort of their long-term care home in Waterloo. continue

In the news: local media feature new Living Classroom program for PSWs at Extendicare Timmins and Kirkland Lake

Northern Ontario media outlets, including Timmins Today and the North Bay Nugget, highlighted the recently announced expansion of the Living Classroom program at Extendicare Timmins and Kirkland Lake. continue

Extendicare homes hold Summer Menu Tasting event across the country

“It’s very important to maintain a positive experience for residents in the dining room,” says Kay, dietary manager at Extendicare Bayview in Toronto, ON. “One of the ways we can do that is by equipping residents with a variety of choices, so that food can be prepared in a way that makes our residents happy.” continue

Medix College and Extendicare join forces to implement Living Classroom program in Northern Ontario

In collaboration with Medix College, this fall, Extendicare’s long-term care homes in Kirkland Lake and Timmins will implement the Living Classroom program, offering students hands-on Personal Support Worker (PSW) education in long-term care home settings. continue

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