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Conflict Resolution

thehca2021-06-01T09:22:13-06:00

Conflict Resolution I think it's safe to say that conflict can happen in any workplace and workplace conflict is no stranger to the stressful world of Home Care. Conflict is defined as "a condition in which a person experiences a clash of opposing wishes or needs". Conflict can be everywhere in our industry; between clients and their families, between caregivers and clients, between caregivers and supervisors, etc. Being in such a delicate role and dealing with the whole array of human emotions and conditions can be a tightrope walk. Conflict is inevitable, but having the right coping skills, a good [...]

Conflict Resolutionthehca2021-06-01T09:22:13-06:00

To Start or Not to Start; That is the Question

thehca2021-05-10T09:34:15-06:00

To Start or Not to Start; That is the Question I think we can all agree that 2020 was quite a year. The pandemic, the economy, the uncertainty, unemployment, hundred year old businesses going under, stimulus packages, and so much more; it's hard to know what the rest of 2021 will bring, let alone what tomorrow will bring. There is so much fear about the uncertainty that it makes it hard to think about anything else. Sometimes I wonder what we talked about before this pandemic started. If you follow conventional wisdom, maybe this is the worst time to make [...]

To Start or Not to Start; That is the Questionthehca2021-05-10T09:34:15-06:00

Home Care in Canada

thehca2020-12-08T12:25:04-07:00

When the pandemic hit it felt like the world just came to a complete halt. Businesses have been scrambling to address closures, and new rules. They have been dealing with various restrictions, staffing issues, wage issues. I think we can all agree it has not been easy for anyone. One of the hardest hit areas have been congregate care facilities; Long-term care facilities and Assisted Living Facilities. The vulnerable ages, health conditions and close living quarters have made it one of the hardest hit for cases. I think we can all agree we can't wait for this to come to [...]

Home Care in Canadathehca2020-12-08T12:25:04-07:00