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Patients needing long-term care clog hospitals Provinces trying to support more seniors to return home with supports CBC News Posted: Nov 29, 2012 Elderly Canadians waiting in hospitals to get a long-term care bed creates a ripple effect of delays in the health-care system, two new reports show. Going home with support “…The 1 report's authors highlighted the example of how the local health network in Mississauga Halton applied the same approach, called Home First, and reduced the percentage of ALC patients considered eligible for residential care by 76 per cent over three years. ”

Resident recognized for efforts as caregiver Mississauga News; 11/10/2012 “Yesterday at the Mississauga Halton Community Care Access Centre's Heroes in the Home Recognition Awards ceremony. 1 Funded by the Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network, it gives caregivers a scheduled break by supplying a paid caregiver for that time. Peter Erreatt of Mississauga was one of those honoured, here with Caroline Brereton, CEO of Mississauga Halton CCAC,

Mississauga Halton CCAC Recognizes Vital Partnership with Community Service Organizations Press Release: 11/20/2012 Through $5. 1 million in additional provincial funding received this month, the Mississauga Halton Community Care Access Centre (CCAC) will be able to increase services for seniors at home and in palliative 1 care in partnership with local community service agencies. The Mississauga Halton CCAC is funded through the Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (MH LHIN).

Province pledges $8. 9 M to local health programs Mississauga News; 11/20/2012 1 “Seniors in Mississauga and Halton are the main beneficiaries of nearly $8. 9 million in provincial funding received today by the Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network. Mississauga's Nazli Rehman, whose mother Fahmida takes part in the India Rainbow Community Services of Peel adult day program, talks about how important the program and agency are to her and her mother Queen's Park has announced it will increase its funding to the Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network by almost $8. 9 million. India Rainbow will. . .

Health Link pilot projects coordinate care for seniors Mississauga News; 12/11/2012 Mississauga South MPP Charles Sousa and the Ontario 1 government have announced the creation of 19 "Health Link" pilot programs, two of which will be located here in the city. Health Link pilot projects coordinate care for seniors. Mississauga South MPP Charles Sousa

OTMH getting $2. 3 M to cut ER wait times Oakville Beaver; 12/20/2012 1 The Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) announced Thursday, it would spend nearly $8 million to improve local emergency room service. . .

Hospitals receive $4 M for ERs Mississauga News; 12/20/2012 1 Queen's Park is giving Mississauga hospitals nearly $4 million to help improve. . . Hospital) and the Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network, . . .

Keeping Ontarians Healthier at Home in Mississauga Halton LHIN Mc. Guinty Government Providing More Access to Community Services…. November 16, 2012 QUOTES Residents in Mississauga Halton LHIN want to be able to receive care in their community 1 and in their homes. With these targeted investments, we are able to better help our health service providers deliver the type of care our residents, particularly seniors, want and need. Graeme Goebelle, Mississauga Halton LHIN Chair

Patients Spending Less Time in Emergency Departments … December 20, 2012 The Mississauga Halton LHIN is working hand in hand with partners to improve emergency department performance, reduce wait times this holiday season and help people feel better faster. Dr. Eric Letovsky, Co-chair of the Surge Protocol Working Group said, “This was a true collaborative effort between our partners. Through proactive planning, we want to ensure we are working together so patients continue to receive the best possible care, close to home. ” 11

ER funds not part of hospital campaign (Independent Free Press – 01/08/2013) Dear editor, I would like to thank The Independent & Free Press for sharing the good news of the $730, 400 that Georgetown Hospital will receive to improve wait times and effectiveness of care in the Emergency Department. 12

Pilot project sees Region expand support services (Mississauga News; 01/10/2013) The Region of Peel is taking part in a pilot project that will expand community support services for seniors and adults living with disabilities. 13

Acclaim Health calling for volunteers (Oakville Today – 01/17/2013) They are good men and women who have lived full lives. But in their sunlight years, they need a helping hand. And Acclaim Health is looking for more hands. 1

Supportive housing program to expand to Milton (Milton Champion -01/ 30/2013) Supportive housing and assisted living services in Milton is expanding. 15

Rapid response nurses coming to Halton (Independent Free Press; 02/20/2013) Halton Region’s health and social services committee learned at its Tuesday meeting the Region has received the green light — and funding — from the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care through the Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network for its Support for Daily Living Program. Rapid response nurses coming to Halton. Katherine Manalaysay 16

LHIN unveils strategic plan (Oakville Beaver; 02/22/2013) The Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) are urging people to take an active part in their own healthcare. The local LHIN recently released its three-year Integrated Health Service Plan, called Partnering for a Healthier Tomorrow. “… What we really wanted to focus on now is the ability to care for people in their communities, ” Mac. Leod said. 17

Education program offered for those with COPD (Mississauga News; 02/22/2013) Ron Haines Vice Chair, Board of Directors links the MH LHIN's IHSP priorities with Breathe Better – Live Better Breathe Better — Live Better is provided by the Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network in partnership with Glaxo. Smith. Kline, Trillium Health Partners, Halton Healthcare Service, the City of Mississauga and the towns of Milton and Oakville. 18

Acclaim Health offers dementia family support group (The Independent Free Press; 02/23/2013) Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia? 19

Breathe Better-Live Better program begins (Mississauga News; 02/22/2013) Dr. Milan Patel, physician director and respirologist with Trillium Health Partners, Peel and Halton residents suffering from a serious and chronic lung disease can now access an education program in the community and outside traditional healthcare facilities. 20

O’Dea’s journey from panhandling to the Order of Canada (inside. Halton. com October 9, 2012 ) “Frank’s story is not just about someone who has gone through recovery. It’s such an incredible story that someone could hold on to, ” said Radhika Subramanyan, CEO of Canadian Mental Health Association, Halton Branch. O’Dea’s journey from panhandling to the Order of Canada. A SECOND CHANCE: Frank O’Dea, founder of numerous businesses, including The Second Cup, speaks at an event called The Power of Hope, Vision, Action. 21

Healthcare network says do your part (Mississauga News; 02/25/2013) The Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network is urging people to take an active part in their own healthcare. 22

Local mom on hand for experts’ report on addiction (Independent Free Press Thursday, October, 25, 2012 ) Ontario has the “dubious distinction” of having addiction rates up to four times higher than other provinces, Matthews said, repeating a call for the federal government to ban generic versions of Oxy. Contin. Betty Lou Kristy of Georgetown speaks last week in Toronto during the release of the health ministry’s report called The Way Forward 23

Oakville groups to share in $1. 16 M Trillium grants (Dec 12, 2012 inside. Halton. com) An initiative to help those struggling with mental health challenges and substance use is among a dozen Halton projects in line to receive a grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) this year The Support & Housing — Halton project, to be implemented over the next three years, will receive the largest grant at $212, 000 for the Concurrent Disorders Peer Support Program. 24

Treating others as you would have them treat you…. Giving police inside information to better help those in crisis (OAKVILLE BEAVER Mar 22, 2013) “This means that individuals who could be taken to hospital or become involved or re-involved in the justice system, are not, when a few helpful directions or contact names are provided. ” If you were mentally ill and in crisis and the police were called to your home, how would you want them to treat you? Clients of Halton’s Summit Housing and Outreach Program can now make their wishes known, thanks to the new Halton Crisis Plan Protocol. (Left to Right): Joanna Matthews, Executive Director, Summit Housing and Outreach Programs; Graeme Goebelle, Board Chair, Mississauga Halton LHIN; Michael Minnes, Board Vice- Chair, Summit Housing and Outreach Programs; Stephen Tanner, Chief, Halton Regional Police Service; Cathy Duddeck, Councillor, Town of Oakville; Jason Barr, Manager, Coast & Safe Beds, Canadian Mental Health Association, Halton Region Branch 25

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