Geraldton District Hospital

LTC Home Information

Location

Located on the upper floor, next door the Acute Care.

500 Hogarth Ave.

Geraldton ON, P0T 1M0

Visitation

ECPs Visitation
8:00am - 8:00pm

General Visitation
1:00pm - 4:00pm
6:00pm - 8:00pm

LTC Home Visitation Policy

Contact

Phone:

Phone: 807-854-1862 Ext. 292

Best Practice Spotlight Organization

GERALDTON DISTRICT HOSPITAL,
BEST PRACTICE SPOTLIGHT ORGANIZATION

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Best Practice Spotlight Organization: How the John Owen Evans Residence Continues to Enhance Quality of Care

Our home, The John Owen Evans Residence, is constantly seeking ways to stay ahead of the ongoing changes in long-term care. We prioritize the implementation of best practices throughout the home to help provide the best quality resident-centered care. The John Owen Evans Residence has embraced several Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) since 2019, that reflect its commitment to addressing the complex health challenges faced by older adults. Among these BPGs, are some of the few that have been successfully implemented in our home:

3ds — **1. The 3 D's: Dementia, Delirium, & Depression**: Recognizing the cognitive impairments among the elderly, the John Owen Evans Residence has focused on the 3 D's—Dementia, Delirium, and Depression. By adopting evidence-based strategies, the organization aims to improve early detection, management, and support for residents experiencing these conditions. The staff are trained to recognize the subtle signs of cognitive decline and to respond with appropriate assessments and interventions that promote mental well-being and quality of life.

**2. Pain & Symptom Management:** Effective pain and symptom management is crucial in enhancing the quality of life for residents. The John Owen Evans Residence has implemented best practice strategies to assess and address pain, ensuring that residents receive timely and effective relief. By improving communication and initiating regular assessments, the staff can adjust the plan of care to meet the evolving needs of each individual.

**3. Palliative/End-of-Life Care:** As a team we have also prioritized palliative care and end-of-life care, ensuring that residents receive compassionate support during their final stages of life. This approach emphasizes dignity, comfort, and respect, allowing individuals to spend their remaining time in a familiar and supportive environment. By implementing best practices in palliative care, the John Owen Evans Residence fosters an atmosphere where residents and their families feel valued and cared for.

**4. Oral Care in Older Adults:** Oral health is often overlooked in long-term care settings, yet it plays a significant role in overall health and well-being. The John Owen Evans Residence has prioritized oral care for older adults, recognizing its importance in preventing complications such as infections and ensuring comfort. By implementing best practices in oral hygiene, the organization promotes not only physical health but also enhances the dignity of its residents.

**1. The 3 D's: Dementia, Delirium, & Depression**: Recognizing the cognitive impairments among the elderly, the John Owen Evans Residence has focused on the 3 D's—Dementia, Delirium, and Depression. By adopting evidence-based strategies, the organization aims to improve early detection, management, and support for residents experiencing these conditions. The staff are trained to recognize the subtle signs of cognitive decline and to respond with appropriate assessments and interventions that promote mental well-being and quality of life.

**2. Pain & Symptom Management:** Effective pain and symptom management is crucial in enhancing the quality of life for residents. The John Owen Evans Residence has implemented best practice strategies to assess and address pain, ensuring that residents receive timely and effective relief. By improving communication and initiating regular assessments, the staff can adjust the plan of care to meet the evolving needs of each individual.

**3. Palliative/End-of-Life Care:** As a team we have also prioritized palliative care and end-of-life care, ensuring that residents receive compassionate support during their final stages of life. This approach emphasizes dignity, comfort, and respect, allowing individuals to spend their remaining time in a familiar and supportive environment. By implementing best practices in palliative care, the John Owen Evans Residence fosters an atmosphere where residents and their families feel valued and cared for.

**4. Oral Care in Older Adults:** Oral health is often overlooked in long-term care settings, yet it plays a significant role in overall health and well-being. The John Owen Evans Residence has prioritized oral care for older adults, recognizing its importance in preventing complications such as infections and ensuring comfort. By implementing best practices in oral hygiene, the organization promotes not only physical health but also enhances the dignity of its residents.

Through the dedication of the staff at The John Owen Evans Residence, the organization commits to continuous improvement in long-term care. Our next project includes the implementation of the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) clinical pathway initiative. The RNAO clinical pathway initiative is an ambitious three-year project that will aim to enhance the quality of care provided to residents, ensuring that they receive the best possible support tailored to their individual needs. As we continue on this journey, the John Owen Evans Residence stands as a proud organization striving to provide the best care in our long-term care home.

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For more information on Registered Nurses Association of Ontario Best Practice Spotlight Organization visit: http://rnao.ca/bpg/bpso

1. The 3 D's: Dementia, Delirium, & Depression: Recognizing the cognitive impairments among the elderly, the John Owen Evans Residence has focused on the 3 D's—Dementia, Delirium, and Depression. By adopting evidence-based strategies, the organization aims to improve early detection, management, and support for residents experiencing these conditions. The staff are trained to recognize the subtle signs of cognitive decline and to respond with appropriate assessments and interventions that promote mental well-being and quality of life.
2. Pain & Symptom Management: Effective pain and symptom management is crucial in enhancing the quality of life for residents. The John Owen Evans Residence has implemented best practice strategies to assess and address pain, ensuring that residents receive timely and effective relief. By improving communication and initiating regular assessments, the staff can adjust the plan of care to meet the evolving needs of each individual.
3. Palliative/End-of-Life Care: As a team we have also prioritized palliative care and end-of-life care, ensuring that residents receive compassionate support during their final stages of life. This approach emphasizes dignity, comfort, and respect, allowing individuals to spend their remaining time in a familiar and supportive environment. By implementing best practices in palliative care, the John Owen Evans Residence fosters an atmosphere where residents and their families feel valued and cared for.
4. Oral Care in Older Adults: Oral health is often overlooked in long-term care settings, yet it plays a significant role in overall health and well-being. The John Owen Evans Residence has prioritized oral care for older adults, recognizing its importance in preventing complications such as infections and ensuring comfort. By implementing best practices in oral hygiene, the organization promotes not only physical health but also enhances the dignity of its residents.