As January unfolds, let's pause to appreciate the journey so far. Reflect on achievements, embrace growth, and look ahead to a promising year.

Happy New Year!

WE'RE HIRING! COPD IMPLEMENTATION LEAD

Elevate your career in healthcare! Join Middlesex London Ontario Health Team (MLOHT) as our COPD Implementation Lead. Lead transformative clinical projects, shape integrated care pathways, and champion health equity. Be part of a passionate team dedicated to reshaping local healthcare.


Apply by Jan 23, 2024, for a hybrid role in Middlesex London with competitive salary and benefits. Embrace a diverse, inclusive environment. If you're a self-directed, motivated leader with project and change management expertise, we want you!


Learn more and apply here.

LMPCA TOWN HALL - WHAT A NURSE PRACTITIONER CAN DO FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY PRACTICE

Join us for the London Middlesex Primary Care Alliance (LMPCA) town hall to discover the invaluable contributions of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) to your family practice!


Featured Speakers:


  • Dr. Gordon Schacter, MLOHT Clinical Lead - Primary Care
  • Nour Al-Farawi MN-NP PHC, LMPCA Executive Council


Topics to be covered include the NP role in Ontario and the business model for hiring an NP in a Family Health Organization (FHO) Patient Enrollment Model. The session will also include a Q&A segment with panel members Dr. Tracy Ouellet and Jerry Ding, NP.


Date: Thursday, January 18

Time: 7:00-8:30 pm

Where: Zoom


Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into the crucial role NPs play in primary care!

COMMUNITY OUTREACH BY OUR PATIENT/CLIENT, CARE PARTNER COUNCIL (PCCPC)

At Middlesex London OHT (MLOHT), we're dedicated to inclusive engagement. Patients and caregivers from diverse backgrounds are invited to share their insights and shape healthcare improvements.


Explore opportunities such as joining the Patient/Client, Care Partner (PCCP) Network—where you can contribute experiences, participate in co-design sessions, and engage in MLOHT initiatives.


Elevate your impact by joining the PCCP Council, working closely with healthcare leaders, and advocating for positive change. Compensation is provided.


Visit our website to learn more and become a vital part of reshaping healthcare for our community!


If you know of any patient/client/caregiver groups that our PCCPC could connect with, please email us at info@mloht.ca.

STAY INFORMED FOR THE 23-24 RESPIRATORY ILLNESS SEASON!

Prepare for the 2023-24 respiratory illness season. The Middlesex London Ontario Health Team (MLOHT) is committed to equipping our partners with the essential information needed to respond effectively.


Get the latest updates on Fall/Winter Respiratory Illness by visiting our website.


Stay informed, stay healthy!

EMPOWER YOUR HEALTH JOURNEY WITH CONNECTMYHEALTH

ConnectMyHealth is a digital health solution that provides you with an online, single access point to view your health records from participating hospitals in southwestern Ontario. ConnectMyHealth can be used on desktop and mobile devices, and there's no cost to use it.


To learn more about ConnectMyHealth and how to register, visit https://info.connectmyhealth.ca/

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IMPROVING ACCESS TO VACCINES AND INTERPRETATION SERVICES

We continue to offer free access to On-Demand, Virtual, Interpretation Services at Primary Care Clinics. This free virtual interpretation service can be used for any type of appointment, as long as the topic of vaccine is included in the discussion. 

 

Please contact Vala Gylfadottir to access this free service for you and your patients.

CALLING ALL MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANTS, REGISTERED NURSES, AND REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSES IN PRIMARY CARE IN MIDDLESEX LONDON REGION!

Join Our Facebook Group!

 

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Medical Office Assistant (MOA), Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), working in primary care and looking to connect and collaborate with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and stay updated on the latest advancements and training opportunities in the healthcare industry? 

 

We invite you to become a part of our vibrant and supportive Facebook groups.



Let's make the world of MOAs, RNs and RPNs a closer-knit and more supportive community! We can't wait to meet you and share this incredible journey together. 

 

Spread the word and invite your colleagues in primary care to be a part of this community. Together, we can achieve great things. 

HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES

COMMUNITY NAVIGATION

Struggling with navigating health and social services in Middlesex London? Visit our website to learn about the various services available to you.


If you can't find what you need, please call 519-474-5774 or 1-888-888-6941 (toll-free) to reach our Community Navigators who will assist you.

PRIMARY CARE HOTLINE

If you are a primary care practitioner or a member of a primary care team, you can call the Home and Community Care Support Services Primary Care Hotline 1-844-222-2463 and speak with a Care Coordinator to assist you with navigating your patients' home and community care needs.

FROM OUR PARTNERS

We would like to share the following resources, requests, and updates from our partners for you to check out:

STREET LEVEL WOMEN AT RISK - SEX WORK 101

Sex Work 101 is a practice-focused course for new practitioners working with women experiencing homelessness and engaged in survival sex work. Take this first step to set a solid foundation to build and enhance your practice and avoid overload and overwhelm.


Here's how Sex Work 101 can help:


  • Understand components of the sex work continuum.
  • Improve your understanding of the laws within Canada.
  • Acquire the definitions and common language used in the field.
  • Learn exactly where to start when supporting women experiencing homelessness and engaged in survival sex work.
  • Provides a unique opportunity to listen to the wisdom of women with lived expertise and those who have guided the work of the SLWAR program.

 

For more information and to register, visit: https://slwar.ca/webinar/

Sex Work 101

SOUTH WEST SELF MANAGEMENT PROGRAM - WORKSHOPS

South West Self Management Program offers diverse workshops virtually or in-person, featuring engaging sessions tailored for healthcare providers and patients/caregivers. Expand your knowledge, enhance your skills, and connect with a supportive community.




Don't miss out – register today!

CENTRE FOR ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH (CAMH) - EXCITING LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES!

CAMH's Gambling, Gaming, and Technology Use team is offering two free, accredited courses this winter. Amplify your knowledge and support capabilities with these offerings:

 

An Introduction to Problem Gambling (IPG) - February 5 – March 8, 2024


A five-week, online, facilitated course providing a fundamental understanding of gambling and problem gambling. Ideal for addiction and mental health service providers seeking to support individuals with gambling-related concerns.


An Introduction to Problem Technology Use (IPTU) - February 26 – March 29, 2024


A five-week, online, facilitated course offering insights into problem technology use, with a focus on gaming and social media. Tailored for addiction and mental health service providers aiming to address issues related to problem technology use.


Both courses are accredited by Canadian Problem Gambling Certification Board (CPGCB) and Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation (CACCF).


Secure your spot and enhance your expertise!

ONTARIO CAREGIVER ORGANIZATION - JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON CAREGIVING

Discover the evolving landscape of caregiving in Ontario! The Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) invites you to a special session: "30 Minute Spotlight on Ontario’s Caregivers" with CEO Amy Coupal.


🗓️ Date: Wednesday, January 24, 2024

🕐 Time: 1:00 – 1:30 pm


Explore the five-year retrospective on caregiving in Ontario, addressing the impact of COVID-19, an aging population, and more. Discover how caregivers are coping and learn how your OHT can integrate caregiver-focused strategies into patient care improvements. Essential for OHT leadership, caregivers, patient partners, and community partners. Register now to gain insights and align your strategies with caregiver needs.

Register

HEALTH AND HOMELESSNESS MOVEMENT FOR CHANGE

The Health & Homelessness Movement for Change project raises public awareness about health and homelessness in London. Connect with the community, learn about system transformation, and get involved.

 

For more information, visit the Movement for Change website.

SELF-MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS NETWORK

For Patients

For Providers

Visit the website

BECOME A MEMBER

If you share in our purpose and want to work with other members and partners to achieve it, become a member of the MLOHT. 


You may be asked to provide input on certain matters related to your expertise as we try to build a more connected health care system.


Please fill in the form and send it to katey.young@mloht.ca.

Membership Agreement

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Middlesex London OHT?

If you would like to learn more, please reach out to Middlesex London OHT Lead Amber Alpaugh-Bishop, or check out our website. 

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