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Food safety in child care facilities

… at your local public health unit for more information. What training is available for child-care providers? Caring About …

Prenatal ultrasound

Seniors falls can be prevented

… alcohol use, poor nutrition, dehydration or lack of sleep Social and economic factors: Limited or lack of social support or connections, especially support and …

Hearing tests for infants and children

… to read. Hearing also plays an important role in a child’s social and emotional development. It is important to … loss it is. An audiologist is a person who has special training in hearing testing and treatment. For more …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Information for family caregivers

… physical, emotional, financial, sexual, spiritual or social. Abuse and neglect can include withholding medication … if possible. Family members often have different skills and can be supportive in various ways. Take time to …

Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of people who use substances

… naloxone Drug checking services Referrals to health and social services Should families, caregivers and friends be … use disorder. People may use substances for enjoyment and socializing, or to cope with pain or trauma. Substance use … use of any substances or using substances for positive or social benefits, to having problems with substance use, and …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… is done according to the care plan Food service staff have training to make soft or texture-modified foods. Examples … and serving method must match the care plan Care staff have training in proper techniques to support safe eating and … Initiative (IDDSI) at www.iddsi.org First aid and CPR training, visit St. John Ambulance at …

Your childs feelings

… day, your child will face challenges such as developing new skills and abilities. They have to learn everything – how to … talk and be respectful towards others. While learning new skills, your child may experience frustration. At times, …

Your childs development from birth to 3 years

… for and lets go of objects Responds to their name Enjoys social interaction Shows interest in colours Recognizes … when parents leave Throws toys or objects on purpose Plays social games, such as ‘peekaboo’ or ‘patty cake’ From 12 to … activities Shows affection openly, such as hugging Uses social language, such as please and thank you Copies adult …

Understanding harm reduction Substance use

… deaths. They can also connect people to health and social services Mental wellness and healing support programs … stigma Increase access to support programs, and health and social services Reduce sharing of substance use equipment …