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…
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…