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Patient voices help shape research from the ground up

Patient voices help shape research from the ground up

Posted Jan 31st, 2025

By including patient partners like Gail Riihimaki in research planning from the very start, the Niagara Health Knowledge Institute is ensuring health research will help the people who stand to benefit most.

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ED volunteers: a sense of calm in a high-pressure environment

ED volunteers: a sense of calm in a high-pressure environment

Posted Nov 26th, 2024

The fast-paced energy of Niagara Health's Emergency Departments faced some challenges with the launch of a new Hospital Information System (HIS) this month, but a dedicated group of volunteers stepped up to provide invaluable support as teams adapted.

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Second Project SEARCH cohort gets to work at Welland Hospital

Second Project SEARCH cohort gets to work at Welland Hospital

Posted Sep 12th, 2024

After the success of the first cohort at the Marotta Family Hospital in St. Catharines last year, the job skills training program has expanded to more departments while continuing to blaze a trail as the first and only French-language version of Project SEARCH in the world.

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Addiction peer support worker shares sobriety journey ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day

Addiction peer support worker shares sobriety journey ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day

Posted Aug 28th, 2024

Terra Chambers knows firsthand what it’s like to rely on Niagara Health’s Rapid Access to Addiction Medicine (RAAM) Clinic. It was her own struggles with addiction and mental health that led her to help others.

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Mealtime assistance volunteer enhances patient experience and nutrition

Mealtime assistance volunteer enhances patient experience and nutrition

Posted Jun 27th, 2024

Mealtime can be a lonely experience for those in the hospital, especially those who have a longer stay. Mealtime assistants provide social contact during mealtime, helping to alleviate feelings of isolation that can accompany hospitalization.

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Niagara Health, Csc MonAvenir celebrate accomplishments of first Project SEARCH graduates

Niagara Health, Csc MonAvenir celebrate accomplishments of first Project SEARCH graduates

Posted Jun 19th, 2024

Students from the French Catholic school board set out on their career paths after spending five months working with hospital staff to learn in-demand job skills.

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‘I feel good about the difference we make’: NH volunteer

‘I feel good about the difference we make’: NH volunteer

Posted Apr 19th, 2024

More than 550 people volunteer at Niagara Health, making the experience of being at the hospital better for patients, staff and physicians.

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Niagara Health earns exemplary standing from Accreditation Canada

Niagara Health earns exemplary standing from Accreditation Canada

Posted Jan 22nd, 2024

This is the third time the organization has received the highest-possible level of accreditation for its practices and commitment to ensure safe, quality patient-centred care.

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Niagara Health, Csc MonAvenir and March of Dimes Canada partner to launch Project SEARCH program

Niagara Health, Csc MonAvenir and March of Dimes Canada partner to launch Project SEARCH program

Posted Jan 10th, 2024

Niagara Health welcomed four new team members this week, whose presence at the St. Catharines hospital marks the beginning of an important relationship for all involved.

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NH volunteer earns prestigious June Callwood Award

NH volunteer earns prestigious June Callwood Award

Posted Jan 3rd, 2024

John Whitehead’s experience with Niagara Health’s Diabetes Education Centre inspired him to become a powerful voice and gentle support for other patients with Type 1 diabetes.

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