Sunday, April 19, will mark the start of National Volunteer Week in Canada. It’s a coast-to-coast-to-coast celebration of the commitment, dedication, generosity and selflessness of Canada’s almost 12.7 million volunteers. This couldn’t be more timely!
Led by Volunteer Canada and local volunteer centres, the theme this year It’s time to applaud this country’s volunteers encourages all Canadians to loudly and proudly cheer for Canada’s volunteers.
“Volunteers work year-round to address critical social, economic, and environmental issues and the generosity is only amplified during floods, forest fires, and public health emergencies,” says Paula Speevak, Volunteer Canada President and CEO. “This year, we want to shine the spotlight on those volunteering to support essential services during this public health crisis, and to salute those who help by staying home to protect themselves and their communities.”
Canada’s volunteers work tirelessly to achieve progress in their community, city and country. They give time in support of causes and programs they believe in and ask for nothing in return. Their time contributes billions of dollars to the Canadian economy every month, at last count over $55 billion per year. Their smiles bring happiness and hope.
Without volunteers and their more than 160 million hours of volunteer time each month, so much of what must get done, would go undone. Meals would have no wheels. Seniors would miss medical appointments. Cats and dogs would have no foster homes. Walkways and driveways of elderly neighbours would pile up with snow. Groceries at food banks wouldn’t make it to those in need. Children’s sports teams would all be benched.
Thanks to all CSCE volunteers!
Volunteers are key to the success of the CSCE. Their talent and the time and energy they invest in their role as volunteers enrich the work that we do.
We want all our volunteers to have a positive experience at the CSCE. It is important that every volunteer feels valued and has the opportunity to develop skills while contributing to the wellbeing of the community.
We encourage you to apply to become a volunteer!
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What is malnutrition?
“Malnutrition” relates to deficiencies or imbalances in the energy and/or nutritional intake of a person. It can weaken the immune system and make recovery from illness and injury slower and more difficult.
You are at higher risk of malnutrition if you have:
- A low appetite
- Difficulty chewing or swallowing
- A loss of smell or taste
- Unintentional weight loss
- Depression / anxiety / dementia
- Difficulty shopping for groceries and preparing meals
- Insufficient funds to purchase food
Malnutrition increases the risk of:
Nutritional deficiencies, falling, weakness, fatigue, fractures, infections, weight and muscle loss, being readmitted to hospital or having a longer hospital stay, complications from other illnesses, etc.
How can the dietitian help you?
Dietitians are health professionals with expertise in food and nutrition. They provide guidance according to your preferences to help improve your appetite, regain energy and choose the best foods for your situation.
These services are offered at no cost and on an ongoing basis at an unrestricted frequency to provide adequate support.
Click here for more information about our nutrition services.
March 30, 2020 – The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie’s (CSCE) accreditation has been renewed for another four years, effective June 1, 2020 to May 31, 2024. In its final report, the Canadian Centre for Accreditation (CCA) stated that it was quite pleased with the CSCE’s performance review. All requirements were met, including 44 mandatory standards and 26 leading practice standards featured in the Organizational Standards Module and the Community-Based Primary Health Care Standards Module.
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Several Strengths Were Highlighted
In its final report, the CCA highlighted several strengths, including the following:
- The dedication and commitment of the Board of Directors, staff members and volunteers towards a common goal: helping clients by providing them with the services and resources they need to thrive.
- Programs and services that promote community involvement and foster innovative approaches.
- Policies and procedures that reflect the work carried out.
- Strong partnerships that ensure the provision of services not offered by other community health centres.
- Staff members that really listen to the needs of its community.
- A commitment to health promotion and addressing social determinants of health.
Furthermore, the CCA encouraged the CSCE to maintain its strategic planning efforts and evaluation of client-based services and programs for the francophone population.
The CCA’s accreditation renewal, which occurs every four years, requires exhaustive planning and preparation as well as significant employee involvement from staff members and managers alike. The Executive Director would like to congratulate everyone who participated throughout the accreditation process for this successful achievement.
About Canadian Centre for Accreditation (CCA)
In response to growing interest in a Canadian accreditation program tailored to communitybased health and social services, five associations of community service providers came together to form CCA. CCA supports community service organizations to continually improve quality and efficiency in the services they provide. CCA supports community-based primary health care centres to meet new challenges and excel through standards that reflect best practices in community-based operations, services and programs. Accreditation with CCA positions community-based primary health care organizations to keep pace with accountability expectations and lead when it comes to service quality.
March 26, 2020 – In response to growing concerns over COVID-19 in Eastern Ontario, the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G), the United Counties of Prescott and Russell (UCPR) and the City of Cornwall have declared a state of emergency today as of 4:00 PM in an effort to slow the spread of this highly contagious virus.
Although there have only been four confirmed cases of COVID-19 within the combined jurisdictions to date, there are over 300 tests with results still pending. Public health authorities fear the virus is now spreading on two fronts: through the community from one individual to another, as well as area residents returning from their travels abroad.
“Over 50 percent of cases in Canada are not linked to individuals who have travelled abroad or been in contact with people who did,” says Dr. Paul Roumeliotis, Medical Officer of Health at the Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU). “This means there is now community spread of COVID-19 across the country, and our area will be no exception.”
The increasing threat of COVID-19 points to the importance of physical distancing as a measure to counter its spread. The public is therefore being asked to stay home as much as possible and to avoid all non-essential outings. When going out for absolute essentials like groceries and medication, everyone must maintain a minimum distance of 2 metres (6 feet) from one another.
The Warden of the United Counties of SD&G, Frank Prevost, states that while residents shouldn’t panic about the state of emergency, they should take public health advisories very seriously. “I want residents to understand that we have taken this measure to enable us to access additional resources to respond to COVID-19.”
Pierre Leroux, Warden of the United Counties of Prescott and Russell, echoes Mr. Prevost’s message. “While the situation regarding COVID-19 is still manageable in our area, declaring a state of emergency will allow the redeployment of county resources, such as personnel and equipment, to where we need them most.”
“Declaring a state of emergency is not a decision we took lightly, but it was the right decision to make,” says Bernadette Clement, Mayor of the City of Cornwall. “This will help us to come together more effectively to care for the most vulnerable among us, to deploy needed action quickly, and to efficiently coordinate preventive measures.”
Mandatory 14-day quarantine for returning travellers
Authorities at all levels of government are reminding residents that a 14-day quarantine is now mandatory for all Canadians returning from travel outside of the country. Returning travellers must go straight home upon their return to the country, and rely on help from family, friends, their municipality and local agencies for anything they need.
For more information about COVID-19, please consult EOHU.ca/coronavirus, Ontario’s website at Ontario.ca/coronavirus, where you’ll find a self-assessment tool, and the federal government’s website at Canada.ca/coronavirus.
Source: Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU)
In order to minimize the risk of COVID-19 spreading and as a preventive measure, ALL CSCE GROUPS ARE CANCELED until further notice.
Thank you for your understanding.
March is Nutrition Month and this year, Canadian dietitians are talking about how healthy eating is about so much More than Food! For dietitians, it’s not just about considering what Canadians eat, but how they eat – how to enjoy food, the importance of eating meals together and how to cook more often by involving others in the planning and preparation of meals. Nutrition Month is the perfect time for Canadians to learn more about how food impacts their health and to connect with a dietitian.
More than Food
Nearly 30 per cent of Canadians said they began eating healthier in 2019 in order to improve their overall health, according to a ProdegeMR study. However, dietitians know that easy access to highly processed foods, loss of food skills and other factors have impacted eating habits. The amount of money Canadians spend on highly processed foods has increased significantly in recent years and according to Statistics Canada, Canadian households spend about 30 per cent of their food budget on restaurant meals. To help address these challenges, dietitians across Canada will focus on the habits that support healthy eating this Nutrition Month, such as cooking with others and planning ahead.
“As dietitians, we know food is an important part of healthy eating, but it’s only the beginning. Personally, I see first-hand that many Canadians struggle with “how” to eat in our fast-paced world,” says Amy Yiu, dietitian and Nutrition Month spokesperson. “When I meet with clients, we talk about more than food and health; we talk about things like why their culture and food traditions matter, how cooking at home can help them reduce food waste and how to notice when they are hungry and full.”
Making nutrition a key part of overall health
Almost six in 10 Canadians are managing at least one chronic disease through food and diet as reported in the Tracking Nutrition Trends Survey in 2018; many more are looking to improve their health more generally. Dietitians work alongside family doctors, pharmacists, nurses and in the community to support Canadian families to make healthy food decisions.
“Dietitians are an essential resource for Canadians looking for support in making nutrition a key part of their overall health. Our studies have shown that nearly 70 per cent of Canadians understand that dietitians are a high-quality and regulated source of nutrition information,” said Nathalie Savoie, CEO of Dietitians of Canada. “This Nutrition Month, we want to help Canadians understand the positive impact a dietitian can have on their lives – an impact that is about so much more than just food! For example, dietitians are required to stay on top of emerging research skills and techniques so they can recommend innovative treatments, services and tools to their clients and patients.”
Throughout March, dietitians will inspire their communities and workplaces through events and on social media to share healthy eating habits that go beyond food.
December 17, 2019 – The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) is happy to announce its partnership with Doctor Priscille Cyr, surgeon at the Hawkesbury and District General Hospital (HGH). Starting January 31, 2020, Doctor Cyr will be providing pre-surgical consultations once a month at the CSCE in Limoges, located at 601 Limoges Road, Unit 201.
It should be noted that surgeries will not be performed at the CSCE in Limoges but rather at the HGH.
Common health issues that may be treated by the surgeon:
- Inguinal, umbilical, incisional hernias, etc. (open and laparoscopic surgeries)
- Gastrointestinal surgeries, including colorectal cancers (open and laparoscopic surgeries)
- Breast surgeries, including breast cancer
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
- Skin cancer, including melanomas
- Perianal disease (hemorrhoids, fistulas, fissures, etc.)
- Sinuses (pilonidal cysts)
- Colonoscopies and gastroscopies (with sedation provided by the HGH anesthetists)
- Minor surgeries
A medical referral is required. Please fax medical referrals to the following number: 613-557-2084.
Information:
Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie – Limoges
Telephone: 613-557-2210 | Fax: 613-557-2084
