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Embracing Diversity Webinar

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This webinar will help LTC homes nurture an inclusive community among residents and team members, even in the age of COVID-19. Presenters will share practical and quick steps you can take right now, without spending hours planning and preparing.

  • Strategies to get to know residents’ unique identities
  • Easy tools to train team members
  • Tips for hiring, recruitment and retention

With an increasing focus on equity in Canada and an understanding of the health impacts of systemic oppression on individuals marginalized by society, a growing need for inclusive care and services in LTC exists. Join us to see how change is possible for all!

This webinar explores the use of the Embracing Diveristy Toolkit.

Presenters:

Michelle Fleming
Knowledge Broker
Ontario CLRI at Bruyère

Ashley Flanagan PhD(c)
Research Fellow
National Institute on Ageing at Ryerson University

Kimberly Lopez R/TRO, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
University of Waterloo – Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies

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Related Resources

Embracing Diversity Toolkit

This toolkit was developed to support equitable and respectful care within Ontario’s LTC sector. It represents our shared responsibility and commitment to welcoming and affirming communities for all members of the diverse populations who live, work and visit LTC homes.

What Would You Do? Poster Activity

The What Would You Do? (WWYD) posters are conversation starters. They were created to be a resource for LTC homes on the journey to becoming more welcoming and inclusive spaces

Golden Rule Poster

The Golden Rule poster lists the key guiding principle for more than a dozen religious, spiritual and faith-based practices. This poster aims to bring awareness to sacred writings from these faiths, and encourage inclusion by illustrating the interconnectedness between the core teachings. 

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