April 9, 2025
Brain injuries can have wide-ranging and invisible effects on clients’ energy levels, mood, and capacity to handle even routine daily tasks. As Personal Support Workers (PSWs), your role in helping clients manage their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and household tasks is not just about lightening their load — it’s about preserving their precious energy…
April 8, 2025
As a Personal Support Worker (PSW), understanding spinal cord injuries (SCI) is essential to providing safe, compassionate, and effective care. Spinal cord injuries affect how the body functions—physically, emotionally, and psychologically. Your knowledge and support can make a significant difference in a client’s quality of life and recovery. What Is a Spinal Cord Injury? A…
April 4, 2025
Mothers going through the rehabilitation process often face unique challenges while balancing their recovery and the demands of parenting. As a Personal Support Worker (PSW), you play a critical role in helping these women navigate daily life by providing essential support that enhances their independence, reduces stress, and ensures their children are cared for in…
January 22, 2025
Communication is at the heart of a Personal Support Worker’s (PSW’s) role. Whether you’re assisting with daily tasks, offering emotional support, or coordinating care with other professionals, clear and compassionate communication is key. Here are some strategies to help PSWs build trust, foster connection, and ensure clients feel heard and valued. Practice Active Listening Active…
January 22, 2025
As a Personal Support Worker (PSW), one of the most rewarding aspects of your role is ensuring clients feel cared for and supported in their daily lives. Meal preparation is a crucial part of this, as it not only provides essential nutrition but also fosters comfort and enjoyment. Here are practical tips to help PSWs…
January 16, 2025
Selecting a personal support worker (PSW) company is an important decision that directly impacts the quality of care for you or your loved one. To ensure you choose the right provider, here are some essential factors and tips to guide your decision-making process: Assess Your Needs Start by identifying the type of support required. If…
June 21, 2024
Last night, I was fortunate enough to join an outstanding group of professionals advocating on behalf of Healthcare in Ontario, including in the MVA industry, at Premier Doug Ford’s Leaders Party. Walking in, the staff were friendly, people were happy and it was a welcoming atmosphere. I joined this group of people who all are…
May 30, 2024
If an individual sustains a catastrophic impairment in a motor vehicle accident, they may be eligible for a specialized benefit known as the Caregiver Benefit. This program is designed for those whose injuries have substantially diminished their capacity to perform the caregiving tasks they were responsible for before the accident. Eligibility Criteria To qualify for…
May 28, 2024
Are you wild about Rehab and Wildlife? Join us for an evening to remember at the JW Marriott on Lake Rosseau, Muskoka, benefiting two local Wildlife Rehabilitation Organizations: Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary and Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary. Special Guest and speaker, Andrew Manske, is an Emmy award winning Cinematographer who has produced, directed, shot and edited over 50 documentaries broadcast on National Geographic,…
May 17, 2024
We are pleased to note that the Premier’s 2024 budget requests that the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) review the Professional Services Guideline and the Attendant Care Guideline and consider updating these guidelines contingent upon their findings. We have prepared a template to express gratitude to the Premier for this positive step and to request…
September 18, 2023
Attendant Care is the most basic level of care for seriously injured people with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, serious orthopaedic injuries and/or amputations. It allows for a Personal Support Worker to assist with personal care, safety, supervision, meal preparation, hygiene, other therapies, and more. The Form 1 assessment is a tool which was originally…
June 19, 2023
The Auto Insurance Advocacy Committee (AIAC) is a diverse group of health, legal, and other professionals alongside auto insurance consumers and survivors, committed to advocating for justice and fairness in the auto insurance industry. Attention has been drawn to the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) regarding several auto insurance issues in Ontario, leading to the…
June 5, 2023
Behold the turtle: a slow, small, prehistoric animal essential to our wetlands, the world’s filtration system, and to our own survival. Turtles are nutrient recycling seed dispensers who clean up the bottoms of our lakes and wetlands, ensuring their continued existence. Ontario is home to eight types of turtles, all of which are of Special…