John Noble Home
97 MOUNT PLEASANT STREET
BRANTFORD, ONTARIO N3T 1T5
TELEPHONE: (519) 756-2920
FAX: (519) 756-7942
DATE:
November 2, 2016
TO:
Chair and Members
John Noble Home Committee of Management
FROM:
Jennifer Miller, Administrator
John Noble Home
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TYPE OF REPORT
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TOPIC
REPORT NO. PHSSS2016-107
CONSENT ITEM
ITEM FOR CONSIDERATION
[x]
[ ]
Administrator’s Report [Financial Impact: None] (PHSSS2016-107)
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RECOMMENDATION
THAT the Administrator’s Report PHSSS2016-107 from the John Noble Home
BE RECEIVED.
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PURPOSE
To provide an update to the Committee of Management about activities and
items of interest from the Administrator of the John Noble Home about its
operations and/or emerging trends in seniors’ housing, care and services.
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BACKGROUND
5.1 Dietary
As a requirement of the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care, meal choices
must be visually communicated to residents. To meet this requirement, homes
traditionally prepare show plates for each meal. This results in significant food
wastage (approximately 24 meals per day). To combat rising food prices and
reduce waste, the nutrition department has developed an innovative solution. A
photograph of each meal is taken by Nutrition staff on an I Pad just prior to meal
service. The photograph is then uploaded to the Show Plate App which appears
on the Nursing I Pads on every resident home area. Just prior to meal time, staff
show each resident photographs of the two meal choices on the I Pad. If a
REPORT No. PHSSS2016-107
Date: November 2, 2016
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resident has difficulty seeing the photograph, it can be enlarged on the spot. The
program has been well received by residents and the elimination of show plates
has proven to be an effective way to reduce costs while not affecting the quality
or choices of the food provided to our residents.
5.2
Compliance
The Home has successfully implemented a Mock Evacuation on September 29,
2016. The evacuation scenario, similar to the Fort McMurray disaster, involved
the evacuation of 156 residents to two holding locations within the building (the
Skylight Café and Noble Hall). In a real disaster, the residents would then be
evacuated from the holding locations to a safe shelter. Community partners were
contacted in a test of our Emergency Shelter plan during the enactment. The drill
lasted a total of 23 minutes with the entire staff participating. Implementation of
these drills ensures that staff reactions are second nature when disaster strikes.
5.3
Our Noble Journey
Beginning November 1, 2016, the home will participate in Resident Time. One
of the precepts of the Butterfly method, resident time encourages staff and
residents to engage in joint activities routinely at 2:15 p.m. each day. The event
is signaled when the chorus of “Sweet Caroline”, a song chosen by our residents,
plays. Use of routine engagement connects to emotional memory and produces
benefits such as fall reduction and decreased behaviours. Staff from all
departments will participate in the event daily, fostering whole home involvement.
Boxes for the home areas have been created and filled with a variety of activities
that staff can use to initiate activities. Activities could be as complex as a game,
or as simple as a hand massage and are geared to the residents’ interest and
level of ability.
5.4
Premier’s Mandate Letters
On September 23, 2016 the Premier released a series of mandate letters to
Cabinet Ministers outlining key priorities as a part of a midterm strategic reset.
There were several priorities relevant to the Long Term Care sector. One such
priority includes the implementation of an expanded scope of practice for
Registered Nurses which would allow them to prescribe limited medications to
patients. The letter also encouraged the consideration of investments in the
sector, including staffing, for long-term care homes. Among the priorities was the
advancement of the Enhanced Long-Term Care Home Renewal Strategy to
ultimately eliminate bed wards, along with additional strategies to reduce the
misuse of prescription opioids across Ontario. The Premier wished to drive
progress in the Dementia Strategy and to continue to advance a national
approach to public drug benefits ensuring equitable access to high quality
prescription drugs for all Ontarians.
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5.5 Telephone Implementation
The home has begun the process of implementing a new telephone system to
replace the aging analog system currently in place.
The new unified
communication system will operate as a single communication platform utilizing
the City of Brantford’s current data network and infrastructure. The system will
represent enhanced and reliable communication services and represent cost
efficiencies.
5.6 Hiring Process
Further to a request from Committee of Management regarding hiring processes,
staff continues to work with both City and County HR and the Legal Department
and a report will be provided when available.
Information/Education Items:
There is one information and education item as part of this month’s update: This
past month’s newsletter, “Happenings at Home” is available for review by the
Committee of Management. It represents information at the Home-Level with
residents and staff.
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CORPORATE POLICY CONTEXT
High Quality of Life and Caring for all Citizens
Excellence in governance and municipal management
To be an employer of choice
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INPUT FROM OTHER SOURCES
John Noble Home Department Heads
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ANALYSIS
N/A
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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
N/A
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CONCLUSION
The Administrator will continue to report regularly to the Committee of
Management activities and items of interest to further enhance their knowledge
and understanding of the John Noble Home and its operations as well as
emerging trends and issues related to seniors’ housing, care and services.
REPORT No. PHSSS2016-107
Date: November 2, 2016
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Jennifer Miller, RN, BScN, M.B.A, Administrator
John Noble Home
Attachments: Happenings at Home
Copy to: N/A
In adopting this report, is a by-law or agreement required? If so, it should be referenced in the recommendation section.
By-law required
[
] yes
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Agreement(s) or other documents to be signed by Mayor and/or City Clerk
[
] yes
[ x ] no
Is the necessary by-law or agreement being sent concurrently to Council?
[
] yes
[ x ] no
With your help
we were able
to raise $325.85
for Alzheimer’s Day!
Congratulations
to the winner of
the fall basket,
Wendy Sumsion
About Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month
The goals of Canada's Healthy Workplace Month (CHWM) are to
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Increase awareness of the need for a comprehensive approach to workplace health in Canada that is influenced by the
four elements of a healthy workplace:
a. Healthy Lifestyles
b. Workplace Culture and Mental Health
c. Physical Environment
d. Corporate Social Responsibility
Provide healthy workplace tools, resources and best practice examples, through www.healthyworkplacemonth.ca, to
help organizations create healthy workplaces with benefits for employees and themselves
Increase the number of healthy workplaces in Canada
CHWM was set in motion in 2001 with the introduction of Canada's Healthy Workplace Week. The web-based initiatives intent is
to build awareness of the importance of workplace health for the short and long-term success of organizations and for the wellbeing of their employees. The week was eventually extended to become Canada's Healthy Workplace Month. The extended
program duration gave workplaces more time to plan, promote and execute programs and activities for their employees.
Today, CHWM is a year round resource that encourages workplaces to promote healthy workplace practices throughout the
year. Its website serves as a central hub where organizations of all sizes are enabled to showcase their successes and share
with others.
Excellence Canada (formerly the National Quality Institute), manages CHWM.
Next
Family Council Meeting
Friday, October 28th at 1:00pm
In the Noble Lounge
Everyone Welcome!
SAVE THE DATE
CAFÉ NEWS
October 27th
The Dressing Room for Seniors Clothing Sale 9– 4
Café hours
Monday to Friday 9:00am to 3:30pm
Saturday 11:00am to 2:30pm
October 31st
Halloween Party with Devin Moody @ 1:30
Souper Tuesdays will begin again starting October 4th
Soup, tea biscuit, and beverage
November 2nd
Take Your Kids To Work Day! If you have a child in
grade 9 and will be bringing them to Take your
Kids to Work Day – forms are available at
reception for competition.
The Skylight Café is looking for
volunteers on Sundays.
No experience necessary.
$4.50
October 4 - Cream of cauliflower and cheese
October 11 - Cream of potato and bacon
October 18 - Hearty beef vegetable
October 25 - French onion
The October lunch will consist of
lasagna, salad, dessert and beverage.
It will be held on Wednesday October 26.
Please sign up at the Café as lunches are limited.
SUMMER…IT WON’’T LAST
On a sun shiny day, we take a drive to the country
To enjoy the sounds and the beautiful scenery.
It is so peaceful and quiet in the country, you can hear the
grass growing and enjoy the sounds of the song birds.
Be sure to stop and smell the beautiful yellow and pink wild
roses.
At lunch time, or whenever we are hungry,
We find a shady tree to have our picnic.
Egg salad is a must, along with
Sweet pickles, potato salad, tomatoes, watermelon, and
cookies.
Don’t forget the bad of ice, pop, and chocolate.
You must have chocolate!
On other days, we play outdoor games such as
Marbles, tag, hide ‘n seek, and horseshoes.
We also go swimming at the lake or the river.
Watch out for the crayfish and turtles!
When the heat builds up and the cold air collides with it,
The sky gets dark and the storms arrive.
The bright lightning bolts zigzag across the sky,
And the deafening, scary thunder makes you cry out and
hide under the covers.
So try to enjoy summer, as it won’t last.
Written by:
Betty Proctor, Hilda Horn, Cornelius Debruine, Harry Wilkes,
Marian Hyndman, and Marilyn Grennan
It is with deep regret that we have to announce the
resignation of Erin Denton, Director of Care. Erin has
been with the facility for five years and in that time
has made a lasting impact on the Nursing
Department and the entire home.
Her passion and dedication to the nursing profession
is evident in everything she does. She has led the
nursing department to a deep understanding of
person centered care and was instrumental in
launching Dementia Care Matters and Our Noble
Journey.
Her resident focus and leadership skills set her apart
and she will be greatly missed. Erin has accepted a
position as Director of Care at Brierwood Gardens.
Her last day will be October 7th, 2016
We wish her the best of luck on her new adventure!
Education
Update
Health & Safety:

WHMIS 2015 an introduction to
GHS
 MOL Workplace violence and
harassment
 Use of PPE
This month I will be focusing on Health and Safety.
There will be a Lunch and Learn on Wednesday,
October 12. Sign up will be posted on the Education
Bulletin Board.
Health and Safety Awareness Week – October 24-31
There will be fun contests, flu shots and an Education
Fair throughout the week. Every time you participate
in something you will be given a Halloween Treat and
a ballot for an amazing Prize! Start thinking about
your Halloween Costume and keep an eye out for the
schedule of events.
61 DAYS LEFT TO COMPLETE YOUR MANDATORY
ONLINE EDUCATION! Please login to Surge Learning.
Also, remember to check your jnh.ca/webmail
weekly. This is how you are notified of any new
lessons or policies that need to be reviewed. If you
need access to a computer to complete what is
required please contact me and we can make
arrangement’s.
Thank you,
Sarah MacCuish
Staff Educator
John Noble Home97 Mount Pleasant St
Brantford, ON
N3T 1T5
519-756-2920 ext 231
Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler
1 cup + 3 tsp flour, 2 tsp baking powder, ½ tsp salt,¾
cup sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, ½ tsp nutmeg, ½ tsp cloves,
½ cup pumpkin puree, ¼ cup milk.
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In medium bowl, stir together flour, baking powder,
salt, sugar and spices. Set aside.
In a small bowl, stir pumpkin milk, melted butter and
vanilla together to combine. Pour wet ingredients into
dry & mix to create a thick barter. Pour into an 8”
casserole with high sides.
In a separate bowl, stir sugar, brown sugar, pecans,
together. Spread over the top of batter evenly. Pour
hot water over the entire thing (without stirring a thing)
& Bake for 40 mins or once the middle is set. Be sure to
place on baking sheet in case it bubbles over.
Cool 5- 10 mins
Ready to Share and Enjoy!
BELL LANE TERRACE
ACTIVE LIVING CORNER
OCTOBER 2016
On Thursday, September 22, 2016, at precisely 10:21 a.m. EDT, the Sun crossed the Equator,
marking the precise moment of the Autumnal Equinox, the first official beginning of fall. So
what does that mean? Daylight hours, the period have been growing shorter each day since
the Summer Solstice on June 20th. The Autumnal Equinox marks the turning point! Fall is a
wonderful time of the year! Here are some tips on how to prepare for whatever challenges
the weather may present this season:
The BLT Tenants look forward to Pleasant Temperatures, Fall Fairs, Leaves changing, Apples to
pick, and Pumpkins to cook and decorate. They are planning a variety of activities for the Fall
Season including a Fall Harvest Potluck.
Fall Harvest Potluck sign-up sheet will be posted. For more information, check your
bulleting and your calendars for upcoming tenant committee meetings.
Thanks. BLT Tenant Committee.
A Colourful Day
We’re gathered round the table
Drinking wine and beer.
Ready to celebrate
the best time of the year.
Such a colourful array.
Decorating pumpkins
gathering bales of hay.
dressing up the scarecrow
hoping he will stay
and scare away the crows.
Snowballs made from popcorn
apples cooling on a tray.
Ciders boiling in the pot.
Halloweens on its way
and we are so excited for this happy day.
Submitted by: Residents of Costain Court
Healthy Lifestyles
Get Active!
Canada`s Healthy Workplace Month (CHWM) is meant to inspire employees in organizations
throughout the year with creative and engaging ideas, and resources for workplace activities.
Get Started with these tools:
Canada Healthy Workplace Month Dashboard
Create your own team Dashboard of Healthy Workplace activities. Set goals, schedule activities and share with your team
with regular progress check-ins. Encourage team members to build their own personal Dashboard too through the CHWM
Dashboard.
Promote healthy lifestyles in your workplace using resources, tools and free webinars from Canada's ParticipACTION.
Implement a physical activity questionnaire to determine employees’ interest in physical activity options for your
workplace.
Provide health related social functions (bring in a guest speaker, healthy pot luck events, etc)
Provide subsidized memberships at local health and fitness centers.
Implement employee challenges and competition using Pedometers or other fitness tracking incentives.
Create a Workplace Active Travel Plan that promotes Active travel to and from work (biking, carpooling, walking trails,
etc)
Resources and Tools
ParticipACTION Tool Kit
ParticipACTION Webinar Series
Conduct a Workplace Health Survey
Source: Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit