CBI Health Group
210-555 Sixth Street V3L 5H1 New Westminster, BC, Canada

As this year draws to a close, our CEO Jon Hantho shares his message of support to healthcare workers across the country who worked tirelessly to keep everyone safe and healthy. Read his full message: https://www.cbi.ca/year-end-message-2020

Join us as a Registered Massage Therapist at one of our clinics across Canada. You'll work alongside an interdisciplinary team to support a steady base of referred clients while receiving great benefits and professional development. Interested in learning more about our openings and what it's like to work for us? https://jobbio.com/cbi-health-group-1 #CBIHealthCareers #HealthcareJobs

Meagan Bennink, Regional Manager and Registered Physiotherapist, shares how she helped create an effective remote service delivery model, how she and her team made a virtual impact, and the importance of self-care. "I stay in this field to impart the lessons I have learned and to inspire my team to take the same approach: think about the bigger picture." https://www.cbi.ca/meaganbennink #HealthcareJobs #CBIHealthCareers

We’re excited to announce that one of our community-based healthcare programs has been recognized in multiple categories of the Priority Health Innovation Challenge, led by the Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement (CFHI). With so many caregivers experiencing emotional distress and uncertainty, Care for the Caregiver aims to support these individuals with mental wellness resources and regular check-ins with healthcare professionals, to ensure they feel heard, valued and connected. The program is designed for all essential family caregivers, whether they are caring for children, seniors, or any family member or friend. We’re grateful for the opportunity to showcase this program, and honoured to receive these innovation awards!

We want to say thank you to all of our #Kinesiologists across Canada. This year has been particularly challenging, but you continue to go above and beyond to help our clients reach their health and wellness goals. We are truly grateful for everything you do to support our clients and colleagues nationwide. #NationalKinesiologyWeek #ThankYou

Meet Amanda Hachey, a speech language pathologist in Calgary, AB, as she looks back on a stand-out moment in her career so far. She shares a memory of a time when she strongly advocated for her client, helping him to receive access to valuable resources and tools that made it easier for him to communicate with those around him. Watch her story: https://youtu.be/rLssF4_S-QQ #SpeechTherapy #SpeechLanguagePathologist

Join our growing team of Physiotherapists across Canada. We offer paid professional development, interdisciplinary care programming, and guided mentorship to help you flourish. Interested in learning more about our openings and what it’s like to work for us? https://jobbio.com/cbi-health-group-1 #HealthcareJobs #CBIHealthCareers #Physiotherapists

This #FallPreventionMonth, there are simple actions we can take to lower our risk of injury and remain safe and comfortable at home. As we get older, the risk of falls increases but thankfully, because we know what contributes to falls, we can help prevent them. Here is a checklist to help you evaluate your home for potential tripping and falling hazards: https://www.cbi.ca/-/how-to-reduce-tripping-and-falling-haz

Deana, one of our clients in Alberta, suffered a work-related back injury and needed help with recovery. Her fear of making her injury worse was preventing her from doing daily and work-related tasks, until she came to CBI Health. This week’s ‘Connected Care Story’ looks at how our team of healthcare professionals was able to help Deana overcome her hesitations about treatment and recover from her back injury. Read the full story: https://www.cbi.ca/connectedcare-red-deer

Mental health and well-being is a core pillar of CBI Health’s integrated approach to healthcare. It is important to have open, honest conversations about mental health, and to start these conversations early. To help with these conversations about mental health in youth, we are proud to support Buddy Check for Jesse, a program that encourages coaches to talk with their teams about ending the stigmas surrounding mental health. This year the program has expanded to include all coached sports, all-year-round, all across the country. While some sports are currently on hold due to the pandemic, if you know a youth in organized sports, please make their coach and/or manager aware of this program. You can find conversation guides and support materials as a free download on their website: https://bit.ly/2HLHknp

Join us as a Kinesiologist at one of our clinics across Canada. Deliver hands-on care while developing client programming as part of an interdisciplinary team of clinicians. Interested in learning more about our openings and what it’s like to work for us? https://jobbio.com/cbi-health-group-1 #Kinesiologist #HealthcareJobs #CBIHealthCareers

This ‘Connected Care Story’ looks at how our Home Health team was able to support a client with serious cognitive and physical injuries who required specialized care and a tailored treatment plan. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/connectedcare-cognitive-and-physical-rec

Diabetes increases the risk for many types of health complications, but the effects can be reduced with proper management and monitoring from caregivers. We offer programs and services to support Canadians who are dealing with #diabetes, and our nurses and therapists can help them through various means, from support programs to health monitoring. Today on #WorldDiabetesDay, we are celebrating our professional staff across the country who are helping people manage and cope with their diabetes. We truly appreciate all the hard work you are doing to make sure our clients continue to receive safe care.

Steve Villeneuve, a physiotherapist at one of our Montréal clinics, highlights an important story of helping a client make a timely recovery at a critical point in his professional sports career. What made this story particularly memorable was a moment he shared with the client’s family that reminded him of why he loves what he does as a physiotherapist. Watch Steve’s story: https://youtu.be/S2XXaWoXXzI

At CBI Health, we foster a strong sense of connection with our clients, building genuine relationships through thoughtful and accessible treatments. Our clinics from coast-to-coast are hiring Occupational Therapists to help clients regain the skills, confidence, and mindset they need to overcome physical and mental issues. Interested in learning more about our openings and what it’s like to work for us? https://jobbio.com/cbi-health-group-1

Lindsay McCaw, Manager of Clinical Services and Physiotherapist, shares why she transitioned to a Manager role, the importance of making connections, and how she changed the day-to-day life of a client. "I've found purpose in forming meaningful connections and showing people what they are capable of. It's the personal connections and watching clients realize their potential during recovery that drives my work." https://www.cbi.ca/lindsaymccaw #CBIHealthCareers #HealthcareCareers #EmployeeSpotlight

October marks #OccupationalTherapyMonth! At CBI Health, we have an incredible team of Occupational Therapists who play a key role in helping individuals regain function and independence in their everyday lives, often through innovative and creative interventions. Learn about what occupational therapists do, and how they can help you overcome barriers to get back to doing what you love: https://www.cbi.ca/-/what-an-ot-can-do-for-you-at-ho-1

On #WorldOccupationalTherapyDay, we celebrate all of our incredible Occupational Therapists and the important work they do every day. Throughout the pandemic, they continue to support the mental health and well-being of our clients across Canada, and enable them to reach the health goals that matter to them. This year in particular, we also had the pleasure of working with numerous university students, providing them with practical work experience and helping them kick start their careers in this rewarding profession. Our Occupational Therapists are making a meaningful, lasting difference in our clients’ lives every day, and we’re proud to see what they’ll continue to achieve!

With many Canadians unable to say goodbye to their loved ones due to COVID-19 restrictions, many people have not had the chance to visit their families and have a proper funeral or celebration of life. We warmly invite everyone to the #SayingGoodbye Concert, hosted by the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association an online concert and a collective coming together to support Canadians who have lost loved ones during the pandemic. Join us on November 15th at 7pm for a heartfelt night of music to honour those who are experiencing grief in this time. Learn more and watch the concert here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bppPNIvrxZw

We’re thrilled to share that one of our very own, Kathleen McQueen, Clinical Services Design Manager, has received the Innovation Award from the School of Occupational Therapy at Western University! Kathleen led our virtual student placement programs, providing many virtual and real life work experiences to the entire Occupational Therapy graduating class of 2020. CBI Health is proud to have provided pivotal learning opportunities for an incredible group of students as they begin their careers, and we’re thankful for this wonderful recognition!

This week’s ‘Connected Care Story’ features a young athlete who attended in-clinic rehabilitation after a car accident, and how our team helped him to improve his mobility and confidence. https://www.cbi.ca/connectedcare-car-accident-clinic-rehab

October 10 is #WorldMentalHealthDay. At this time, we’re reminded that looking after our mental health is an ongoing process something that comes with time as we practice self-compassion and lean on the support of those around us. When unexpected obstacles hit us, how do we grapple with the emotions we feel and forge a path forward? The first step is learning how to approach sudden challenges with resiliency. https://www.cbi.ca/-/resiliency-through-unexpected-obstacl-1 #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek #MentalHealth #MIAW20

Tanya, a #physiotherapist in BC, told us a memorable story she had about a client who came to visit her with intense shoulder pain. After helping her with stretches, exercises, and pain management, the client was able to regain movement and continue doing the things she loves. For Tanya, being able to see the smile on her clients’ faces after they recover is why she became a physiotherapist. Watch her story: https://youtu.be/vDW4NAuSEw4

This ‘Connected Care Story’ features a client who had been persistently struggling with his mental health, which led to him having to stop work and left him feeling isolated at home. Through occupational therapy, he learned not only to establish a more consistent daily routine, but he also gained a renewed desire to fully take part in the program and truly get better for himself. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/connectedcare-occupational-therapy-ptsd #MentalHealth #OccupationalTherapy

This month is #CarSafetyMonth, a time to remind drivers to be careful on the road as the days get shorter. Staying alert, paying attention, and driving at the correct speed limit are incredibly important habits for drivers to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you.

We want to say thank you to Alberta Health Services for leading the i4 2020 Launchpad competition! We saw many wonderful presentations showcasing innovative ideas that are sure to push the healthcare landscape in an exciting direction. We’re grateful for the opportunity to participate, and we can’t wait to see more ideas next year! #i42020

Meet Rebecca, one of our talented occupational therapists. She recalls a story that she holds close to her heart about how she helped a young client make remarkable progress in his writing capabilities, bringing joy to both him and his parents. #OccupationalTherapyMonth

For #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek we want to spotlight a story from one of our psychotherapists, Lyelle. She has helped many clients work through their personal difficulties and knows that it takes tremendous courage to attend their first treatment session. Lyelle talks about how she helped a client find value in her life after experiencing depression and anxiety, and how she was able to realize that her life is more than her #MentalHealth struggles. Watch her story: https://youtu.be/vHemzBY-1M8 #MIAW20

October is #ContinuingCareMonth in Nova Scotia and today is #HealthcareAideDay in Western Canada. On this important day, we would like to recognize our 7,700+ Health Care Aides, Personal Support Workers and Continuing Care Assistants nationwide for their dedication to providing critical, front-line care to our most vulnerable clients. Today and every day, we celebrate you and the compassionate work you do to help our loved ones live independently and have brighter days. #ThankYou

Our latest Connected Care Story features a client who was receiving virtual treatment for his chronic hip injury. After a few treatment sessions, our physiotherapist discovered that this client had a pool, which sparked an idea for a personalized treatment plan that took advantage of his surroundings. This creative plan allowed the client to exercise and heal with less pain while doing something he enjoys. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/en/connectedcare-aqua-therapy #AquaTherapy

Join CBI Health’s Dr. Elisabeth Saxton and other healthcare professionals at the 14th Annual Pain Society of Alberta Conference! The virtual conference will provide insights, education, and strategies to help those who consistently deal with pain. The event runs from October 16th-18th we hope you can attend! https://www.painab.ca/2020virtualconference

This ‘Connected Care Story’ features a client in a rural Canadian town who was experiencing anxiety after he was transferred to a new management position and could not cope with the situation. Six months into his leave of absence from work, he was referred to a psychotherapist at CBI Health, who worked with him to develop a plan to address his anxiety and health concerns. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/connectedcare-new-job-anxiety

Meet Kyle, a regional manager in the Greater Toronto Area. He shares a memorable story of how his team helped make a difference in a client’s life after being off-work for two years. Not only was she able to successfully return to work, but throughout her sessions, she experienced a noticeable change within herself and began to see her work with new meaning. She was able to receive physiotherapy care alongside with occupational therapy, and we were able to create a plan that worked really well for her, he says. Watch Kyle’s story: https://youtu.be/0T1er6sF1wk

Today is #WorldAlzheimersDay, a day for raising awareness for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. While there is no known cure, research suggests that certain lifestyle changes and regular socializing may prevent or slow down the progression of dementia. Read more about healthy habits that you can incorporate to reduce the risk of dementia: https://bit.ly/2RN7SGE #LetsTalkAboutDementia #AlzheimersAwarenessMonth

We’re excited to announce that one of our community-based healthcare initiatives has moved to the final round of the i4 Launchpad competition, led by Alberta Health Services. With 1.4 million Canadian seniors saying they feel lonely, Lean on Me aims to connect lonely seniors and combat social isolation in vulnerable communities. We’re looking forward to the final round!

We asked Zareen, one of our speech-language pathologists, to talk about a memorable moment she had while supporting a client. She told us an endearing story of helping a young client speak his first words and the reward of being able to bring a family closer together. #SpeechTherapy #SLP #Learning

In the past six months, providing flexible care has taken on new meaning for both our clients and staff. When an unexpected obstacle disrupted one of our physiotherapist’s ability to see clients in-person, she took the initiative in finding an alternative solution to provide continuity of care for her clients. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/connectedcare-flexible-care

With the end of summer, September usually brings a sense of excitement (and sometimes relief!) for those of us with kids. This year, that excitement is tempered somewhat by uncertainty and concern. While the road has been long, there are many things to be hopeful about. Read our CEO’s message on the ways we’re continuing to be practical and prepared while remaining optimistic, and that starts with our dedication in supporting our staff at both work and home. https://www.cbi.ca/covid-19

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, a day that focuses on actions each of us can take to raise awareness of suicide and suicide prevention. This year has been particularly difficult for most, as the COVID Pandemic has affected our mental health in ways that we could not imagine. If you are in distress, please, don't be afraid to ask for help. Reach out to loved ones, or call your local distress centre or crisis organization. Never forget that you are not alone. https://bit.ly/32f9xL1

We’re excited to share some of the important work the University of Toronto Occupational Therapy graduating class has been able to take part in during their virtual placement at CBI Health. In their final fieldwork, the students engaged in valuable learning opportunities and projects, providing both virtual and in-person occupational therapy support to our clients and community. https://youtu.be/FGloSR_9eIA

Meet Alyssa! As a licensed practical nurse, she tells us about a memorable moment with a client that made her understand the full scope of what she does. In her time as a caregiver, she’s learned that she experiences the most joy when she’s able to form a deeper human connection with her clients. Watch Alyssa’s story: https://youtu.be/3e5N4h58Vrc