Victorian Order of Nurses - Algoma Site - The Adult Day Program

02/04/2026

VON Canada has been pioneering care at home for over 120 years. Today, we are a highly-trusted non-profit organization that works with our clients, employees, volunteers and partners to provide innovative clinical, personal and social support to people who want the comfort and peace of mind of livin...

02/04/2026

February is Heart and Stroke Month - a reminder to care for your heart and support those around you. 🫀💙
Here at VON, we offer programs for individuals with chronic conditions and their caregivers: von.ca/caregiver
Together, we can keep our communities heart-healthy.

Did you know that only half of Canadians know their own risk factors for heart disease and stroke? Understanding your risk factors is the first step in managing your heart and brain health.⁠
❤️ This , join us to learn more about these risk factors, and find ways to adopt healthy lifestyle behaviours to prevent heart disease and stroke: https://bit.ly/4rpr4sF.

02/02/2026

Happy Groundhog Day! ☀️

No matter what the groundhog decides, our focus remains on care, connection and community. VON is here year-round, supporting individuals and families through trusted home and community care services. What are your wishes for the days ahead? Share below!

02/02/2026

Requisition Details: Employment Status: Regular, Full-time (1.0 FTE) Program Name: Palliative Pain and Symptom Management Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 75 Work Schedule: Days On Call: No Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position. J...

02/02/2026

February is Black History Month and we honour the stories, leadership and lasting impact of those whose contributions continue to strengthen communities across Canada. 💙

01/21/2026

This Bell Let’s Talk Day, we reflect on the importance of mental health and community support.
For over a century, VON has worked to make sure that individuals in need of care can remain in the comfort of their own homes and communities.
Today, our Community Support Services (CSS) make it easier for clients to stay socially active and connected in our community. Through these services, we provide invaluable support to clients, family caregivers and promote mental health and well-being for all.
Together, we are making a difference, one conversation at a time. 💙

This Bell Let’s Talk Day, we reflect on the importance of mental health and community support.

For over a century, VON has worked to make sure that individuals in need of care can remain in the comfort of their own homes and communities.

Today, our Community Support Services (CSS) make it easier for clients to stay socially active and connected in our community. Through these services, we provide invaluable support to clients, family caregivers and promote mental health and well-being for all.

Together, we are making a difference, one conversation at a time. 💙

01/05/2026

Alzheimer's Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness, challenge stigma and support those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia.
VON provides compassionate care and resources to help individuals and families navigate this journey. We serve people with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, cognitive impairment, chronic illness or physical impairments. We have several supports for clients and their caregivers. To learn more about these or other VON services, visit us at von.ca/respite.
We encourage you take the time to learn more at https://alzheimer.ca/en which includes warning signs of dementia, ways to reduce your risk, and a new hub for young caregivers.

Alzheimer's Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness, challenge stigma and support those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia.

VON provides compassionate care and resources to help individuals and families navigate this journey. We serve people with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, cognitive impairment, chronic illness or physical impairments. We have several supports for clients and their caregivers. To learn more about these or other VON services, visit us at von.ca/respite.

We encourage you take the time to learn more at https://alzheimer.ca/en which includes warning signs of dementia, ways to reduce your risk, and a new hub for young caregivers.

01/02/2026

We want to kick off the month of January with a big thank you to our incredible volunteers, staff, partners, followers and supporters. 👏
Your kindness, dedication and passion are at the heart of our mission to improve the quality of life for clients in their homes and communities. Today, we celebrate YOU and the meaningful difference you make supporting VON’s mission. 💙

We want to kick off the month of January with a big thank you to our incredible volunteers, staff, partners, followers and supporters. 👏

Your kindness, dedication and passion are at the heart of our mission to improve the quality of life for clients in their homes and communities. Today, we celebrate YOU and the meaningful difference you make supporting VON’s mission. 💙

12/21/2025

Winter officially begins today! As the days get colder, VON teams continue to provide essential support — delivering Meals on Wheels, offering in-home care, checking in on clients and helping people stay safe, warm and connected.

Here’s to a season of community, comfort and care. 💙 Stay safe and take good care of one another.

12/03/2025

Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. 💙
We’re honoured to support people of all abilities with care that brings independence, dignity and connection.

Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. 💙

We’re honoured to support people of all abilities with care that brings independence, dignity and connection.

11/19/2025

𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵!
𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄...
- An older adult in Canada falls every 18 seconds
- Most falls happen in or around the home
- Many falls are preventable
Check out the image below from the Public Health Agency of Canada.
𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗵𝗮𝘇𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲?

𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵!
𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄...
- An older adult in Canada falls every 18 seconds
- Most falls happen in or around the home
- Many falls are preventable

Check out the image below from the Public Health Agency of Canada.
𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗵𝗮𝘇𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲?