Hughes Healthcare Group

12/02/2024

Happy Monday everyone! Here’s a little start-of-the-week pep talk to get the week started off right!

-Thanks for sharing!
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09/02/2024

Today’s the day! Come on out to the Lambton College Mega Job Fair at 930-1130 am today in the main athletic centre!

Our Director of Healthcare Operations & Recruitment will be there to meet all interested RNs, RPNs, and PSWs. You don’t have to be Lambton Grad or Student to attend. We are interested in speaking to passionate & experienced professionals, as well as new starters and soon-to-be-grads. See you soon! 👩‍⚕️ 🧑🏽‍⚕️

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07/02/2024

Any plans this Friday? Come say hello to Kelly Batson, our Director of Healthcare Operations & Recruitment, at the Lambton College Mega Job Fair!

👩‍⚕️We are interested in talking to experienced, new, or soon-to-be RNs, RPNs, and PSWs for a variety of special roles.
🧑🏽‍⚕️If you’re passionate about providing quality and empathetic care, and looking for a healthcare organization that offers industry-leading training, flexible hours, and competitive wages, we’d love to chat.
📋Bring your resume and stop by to meet Kelly on Friday!

30/01/2024

Dependability and commitment are everything in our world. With the wild winter weather we’ve been having in Southwestern Ontario, we know our clients are counting on us more than ever. We will always do our best to get there safely and roll up our sleeves to help!

30/01/2024

Healthcare facilities that manage patients with dementia have reported success in reducing confusion and agitation when using baby dolls or toy dogs and cats. Despite ample anecdotal evidence to support the value of tactile nonpharmacologic interventions, acute-care researchers had not previously explored the feasibility of conducting formal studies to understand the efficacy of baby doll therapy (BDT).

A team of Cleveland Clinic nurse investigators addressed this knowledge gap with a pilot study aimed at evaluating the viability of further BDT research. Led by assistant nurse managers Ashley Hall, MSN, RN, and Elizabeth Cai, MSN, RN, CMSRN, the research team not only found BDT worthy of future study, but also confirmed that the therapy itself may provide benefit to patients with dementia.

Hall explains that the feasibility of future research on BDT hinged on answers to several key questions, including whether the dolls would be well received by both male and female patients and their families. “The answer to our primary question was overwhelmingly yes!” she says. “Almost without exception, patients received the dolls with open arms. It was actually quite astonishing to watch how they interacted with their ‘babies.’”

“Both caregivers and family members expressed witnessing notable changes in patient demeanor, and we were amazed by the positive feedback we received.”

While more research is needed, ultimately the pilot study demonstrates that BDT appears to be associated with a reduction in agitation behaviours. Definitely an interesting non-pharmacologic intervention to keep a close eye on!

Pilot study confirms feasibility of conducting additional research on the novel treatment

28/01/2024

We are in the final week of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month but this is not a topic we will ever stop talking about! Everyone deserves to live with dignity. Dignity in care is one of our top priorities and core values at Hughes Healthcare Group.

Thanks to for these crucial reminders.
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People living with deserve better. We all deserve better! is key.

Most people don’t even think of these things, so I truly encourage you to speak up in your daily lives‼️📣The more we about this, the more people will be empowered to speak up for others and then go forward to provide dignified care to all❤️

Do you agree?

25/01/2024

As part of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, it’s important to recognize, and know how to mitigate, the risk of caregiver burnout. Here are some great tips from
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Caregiver burnout is a state of physical, emotional and mental exhaustion that happens while you’re taking care of someone else. Stressed caregivers may experience fatigue, anxiety and depression. You can reduce your risk of burnout by participating in respite care, joining a support group or talking with a mental health professional.

Here are some steps you can take to prevent caregiver burnout:

▪️Find someone you trust. It helps to talk about your feelings and frustrations with someone else, whether it be a friend, family member, mental health professional or social worker.

▪️Set realistic goals. It’s important to accept that you may need assistance with caregiving, especially if you’re trying to balance other responsibilities with work and family. If your workload gets overwhelming, reach out for help.

▪️Learn more. You may feel more comfortable providing care when you have the knowledge and understanding of the illness or condition that affects the person you’re caring for. Be realistic about your loved one’s condition, especially if it’s a progressive disease like Parkinson’s disease or Alzheimer’s disease. Acknowledge that there may come a time when they require nursing services or assisted living outside the family home.

▪️Take care of yourself. While you’re taking care of someone else, make sure your needs are met first. Set aside time for yourself, even if it’s just an hour or two. Remember, taking care of yourself isn’t a luxury. It’s an absolute necessity for caregivers.

▪️Eat well. It’s easy to forget to eat three complete meals each day when you’re providing for someone else. Eating healthy foods keeps your energy up so you perform at your best.

▪️Accept your feelings. Having negative feelings — like frustration or anger about your responsibilities or the person you care for — is normal. It doesn’t mean you’re a bad person or a bad caregiver. If your feelings are overwhelming, reach out for help

23/01/2024

Did you know that the Canadian Alzheimer’s Society offers a range of fantastic learning opportunities for both the public AND healthcare professionals? Many of them are on-demand and free - like the one below! 👇

Check out the link in bio for more information about their courses for healthcare’s professionals:

https://alzeducate.ca/course/index.php?categoryid=7

22/01/2024

If you're an RN, RPN, or PSW considering new opportunities in the Southwestern Ontario region, consider popping by the Lambton College Mega Job Fair on Friday February 9th, 2024 from 9:30 - 11:30 am. Bring your resume - we'd love to meet you! Hughes Healthcare Group offers industry leading training, flexible schedules, competitive wages, and very meaningful work. We are a fast-growing healthcare agency and there are several exciting positions available. We'd love to meet you!

For more information on the job fair: https://lnkd.in/gPDVFYQN

17/01/2024

Hi there! It’s , host of Scotiabank Wednesday Night Hockey on . Today we’re talking about the importance of brain health.

As I get older, this is something I continue to give more thought to, not just because of my late grandma’s experience with dementia, or because of my career in sports, but because I really believe in the value of a healthy brain for my health today, and in the future.

Keeping your brain healthy is about making healthy habits. From wearing a helmet when you ski, to finding a quiet place to destress when you are overstimulated, each practice does its part. Over time, these small acts add up to make a big difference.

How do you take care of your brain health? Let us know in the comments!

If you’d like to learn more, there are plenty of brain-healthy tips on our website. Check out the link in bio.

15/01/2024

Breaking Alzheimer’s research alert 🚨
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A research team led by Cleveland Clinic and Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) investigators has developed a new method for mapping the electrical paths that connect and coordinate various parts of the brain to complete behavioral and cognitive tasks. The findings promise insights critical to understanding behavior changes in patients with Alzheimer’s disease and other neurological disorders.

“Effects on behavior and personality in Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders are caused by changes in brain function,” says Hod Dana, PhD, of the Department of Neurosciences in Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Institute, who is collaborating on the work with OHSU behavioral neuroscientist Jacob Raber, PhD. “If we can understand exactly how the changes occur, we may determine how to slow the process or stop it. Recording brain activity patterns that underlie behavioral changes is the first step to bridging the gap.”

11/01/2024

It’s Alzheimer’s Awareness Month! If you’re living with dementia or caring for someone who is, connect with your local Alzheimer Society through their First Link program – the first step for support in your community.

For more info about First Link, visit: https://lnkd.in/gfTcZmP4

08/01/2024

Is one of your New Year’s resolutions to find a fantastic new job? We offer flexible schedules, competitive wages, industry leading training and true work-life balance.

We are looking for compassionate, kind and committed healthcare professionals to fill a variety of important roles. 🩺

Curious to know more? Get in touch! And please share with any amazing nurses and PSWs that you think may be looking for a new opportunity. 👩‍⚕️🧑🏽‍⚕️

07/01/2024

This is truly fascinating information for anyone caring for someone with dementia.


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04/01/2024

Whew! We made it through another busy holiday season and it’s absolutely normal if it’s taking some time to get back into the swing of things. We’ve all been out of our routines for weeks, and overwhelm and anxiety about all you have in your plate is completely understandable. Here are a few gentle somatic practices that may help.


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💚Physiological sigh with soothing touch.
Place one hand on your chest and one hand on your belly. Breath deep into your belly and sigh out loud as you exhale.

💚Shake out the body.
Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and knees slightly bend. Bounce on your feet and shake your hands and arms.

💚Massage the back and sides of your neck.
Gently massage down the back and sides of your neck (where the vagus nerve comes down from the brain stem)

💚Cold Water.
Having a brief cold shower, ice bath, or splashing cold water on your face.

💚Heel Drops.
Come up on the toes and drop down on the heels. Focus on the sensations and vibrations it creates.

Let us know what practices work best for you!

01/01/2024

Happy New Year to all our clients, friends and team members!! 🥳 is offering up some ideas for mental health intentions for 2024 ✨

Let us know in the comments which intentions resonate with you, or if you have a different goal or approach to the New Year. Remember, New Year’s shouldn’t be about pressure to change who you are (or change your body, change your looks, etc.). And it’s perfectly okay to skip resolutions altogether!

Here’s to a happy & healthy 2024 for all! 🥳

28/12/2023

As we gear up for New Year’s Eve, we wanted to share a few brain healthy mocktail and low alcohol cocktail recipes from
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🧠 Cheers to your brain health! I’m sharing 7 non-alcoholic drink recipes + 6 low-alcohol ones including my new favorite beer cocktail : The Spaghett.

🍹 Check out these fun holiday non-alcoholic/low alcohol/zero spirit drink recipes, on my substack at brainhealthkitchen.substack.com. Link in bio.

🎄 Have the very best holiday weekend, friends.

22/12/2023

Still working on your holiday menu? Check out these ideas! 🎄

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