Continuing Care Safety Association

11/28/2025

🚨 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚’𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐚 𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭.
Staffing shortages have grown into a systemic OHS emergency - putting employee well-being, service continuity, and quality of care at risk.

📘 Our new 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫 takes an in-depth look at these challenges through a safety lens, using Alberta-specific data, real case studies, and insights from sector experts.

🔍 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞, 𝐰𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞:
• The urgent OHS risks facing the continuing care sector
• Funding gaps and opportunities
• Actionable recommendations to strengthen safety and workforce stability
• The pivotal role of the Continuing Care Safety Association (CCSA) in driving system-wide change

➡️ This is essential reading for leaders, policymakers, and anyone committed to improving safety and sustainability in Alberta’s care system.

11/26/2025

“𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒎𝒚 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒔𝒍𝒊𝒑𝒑𝒆𝒅, 𝑰 𝒌𝒏𝒆𝒘 𝒔𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒉𝒂𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆.”
Aman Rai, MDS, RAO Coordinator & OHS Lead at Newport Harbour Park Place Seniors Living, takes you inside the investigation of a slip injury - caused by something that happens every year: ice ❄️

🔗 𝐄𝐧𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟑𝟏 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝟐𝟓%: only $18.00 for Members and $44.00 for Non-Members.
Explore how a small slip triggered a full-scale investigation, revealing a pattern and driving efforts for systemic change.

🔗 𝐋𝐨𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐌𝐒 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 and start learning from Aman’s investigation: https://ccsaelearning.ca/login

𝐎𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞:
🔹 “Peeling the Onion” - a minor kitchen injury
🔹 “Mr. John’s Issue” - resident aggression
🔹 “The Escalated Client” - a violent client attack
🔹 “Trash Talk” - an upset Workforce

⁉️ 𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠?
Try the first activity “Peeling the Onion”, for free - and discover how even a minor injury can uncover major safety insights.: Link in the comments below

11/24/2025

𝐒𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐬, 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 remain some of the most common and preventable incidents in continuing care and seniors' supportive living. To support safer workplaces, a two-page infographic was developed to highlight real hazards found in Alberta’s care settings and practical steps to reduce risks.

🛑 Common hazards covered include:
• Contaminants and spills on floors
• Clutter, cords, hoses, and uneven surfaces
• Poor lighting and weather conditions
• Stairs, step stools, ladders, and handrails
• Floor mats, drainage issues, and outdoor surfaces

💡 This infographic was adapted from Alberta OHS Prevention Initiative resources and designed specifically for the continuing care environment.

Perfect for safety orientation and workplace reminders!
📄 Download it (link in the comments below), share it with your team, and help create a safer workplace for workers and residents!

11/18/2025

Free Virtual OHS Members Discussion Forum: "𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞"
📅 Thu, Dec 04, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰

In the continuing care industry, we often see only a small part of a resident’s story - the time since admission. Families hold the rest of the “rope”: the life-course knowledge that prevents triggers, reduces responsive behaviours, and keeps both residents and staff safe. In this practical one-hour session, learn how to turn that knowledge into real-world safety partnerships. Join our speakers from 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫-𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞, 𝐃𝐫.𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐢𝐭𝐳𝐞𝐫, 𝐁𝐀𝐇𝐒𝐀, 𝐂𝐏𝐇𝐑, to discover a simple “Caregiver Safety Snapshot” method, easy conversation skills to “get curious, not furious,” and ideas from the Embedding Caregiver-Centered Care Toolkit used in more than 45 Alberta care settings.

The forum will also offer an open Q&A session, where you can ask questions and discuss specific challenges. Don't miss this chance to connect with safety-minded professionals and enhance your knowledge in a supportive, collaborative environment.

11/12/2025

Take a deep breath and join Annie, a dedicated healthcare aide, as she shares how mindfulness and resilience help her stay grounded and thrive in the demanding world of continuing care.

In this short, inspiring video, Annie opens up about how simple moments of awareness, connection, and self-care can make a world of difference. Whether you work in healthcare or any caregiving role, her message is a gentle reminder: you matter too.

Take a deep breath - and join Annie, a dedicated healthcare aide, as she shares how mindfulness and resilience help her stay grounded and thrive in the dema...

11/07/2025

❄️ 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐠𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 "𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲, 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞"
As temperatures drop, winter safety becomes essential on the road and at work. Icy walkways, slippery roads, and freezing conditions bring new risks. Focus on safe driving, preventing slips and falls, and staying prepared for cold weather. Simple habits like clearing walkways, wearing proper gear, checking emergency kits, and driving cautiously can prevent injuries. Let’s plan ahead, look out for one another, and make safety a daily habit this winter.

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐠𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦:
❄️ Overview
❄️ Winter Driving and Travel Safety
❄️ Slips, Trips, and Falls
❄️ Emergency Preparedness
❄️ Cold-Related Injuries

Learn More: https://continuingcaresafety.ca/home/ccsa-safety-segments/

10/24/2025

Free Virtual OHS Members Discussion Forum: "𝐓𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐫"

📅 Thu, Nov 20, 1:00-2:00 p.m.

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArdOirpz8tGtPy1lvckgSpzdBCjipFm9oY #/registration

Creating a safe and respectful workplace is not just ethical, but also essential for recruitment, retention, and the overall well-being of your staff.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn practical tools, insights, and innovative approaches from CCSA experts.

What will be covered:
- Workplace Violence Assessment Toolkit - a practical resource to identify risks and implement prevention strategies.
- The critical role of leadership in fostering a culture of respect and accountability.
- Understanding the impact of workplace violence and harassment on mental health and workforce retention.
- Evidence-Based Tools and Innovative Training.

This Forum is brought to you in collaboration with Alberta Continuing Care Association, Alberta Seniors & Community Housing Association, CHA Alberta.

10/24/2025

🦠𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞.
Communicable diseases are illnesses that spread from person to person through direct contact, airborne droplets, or contaminated surfaces. In continuing care settings, this can include colds, influenza, COVID-19, and other respiratory or gastrointestinal infections.
Simple prevention steps go a long way in keeping everyone safe:
✔️ Wash your hands often and properly
✔️ Wear masks or respirators when needed
✔️ Keep shared spaces clean and disinfected
✔️ Recognize symptoms early and take action
By following these steps, we protect not only ourselves but also our coworkers, residents, and families.

📄 Learn more in CCSA’s new Communicable Disease Fact Sheet:
https://continuingcaresafety.ca/resources/communicable-disease-fact-sheet

10/16/2025

This week, our team was proud to be part of the Alberta Continuing Care Association Conference in Edmonton. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with continuing care professionals from across the province, share safety insights, and engage in inspiring conversations that are shaping the future of care in Alberta.

Many attendees stopped by the CCSA booth to meet our leadership team and learn more about how we support safer, healthier workplaces in continuing care.

Thank you to ACCA for hosting another meaningful event that brings our sector together. We’re already looking forward to next year!

10/16/2025

As temperatures drop and tasks shift, fall often brings more physical work - like raking leaves 🍂 , lifting supplies, or setting up for seasonal events. These activities can strain muscles and joints, especially when done repetitively or in a rush. We're learning that simple changes - like alternating sides when raking, maintaining good posture, and taking breaks - can reduce strain and prevent injury. By listening to our bodies and using ergonomic techniques, we support both short-term comfort and long-term mobility.

10/13/2025

🍁Happy Thanksgiving!
Tomorrow kicks off the Annual Conference in Edmonton, and we can't wait to see you there!

📍 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐛𝐲 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐡 #𝟐𝟏𝟖 to meet the CCSA Leadership Team and explore how we support Alberta's continuing care sector with trusted training, practical safety knowledge, and valuable resources.

Join us and continuing care professionals from across Alberta for two days of connection, learning, and collaboration.