Welcome to the Long-Term Care Toolkit

This toolkit is part of a research project that focuses on building psychological safety in long term care and strengthening equity and trauma informed organizational capacity. Our team has developed a multi-level, intersectional inventory of high-quality resources.

Whether you’re a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, registered practical nurse, personal support worker, trainee, healthcare leader/manager/supervisor, director, administrator or HR specialist in long term care, there is something here for you.

Upon entering the site, you can choose resources based on the focus of the intervention, sector, format, or location. We want to create a community of support for long term care so if you try a resource and like it, feel free to click on the logo and leave a comment.

Confronting Anti – Black Racism: Advancing Equity and Supporting Black RPNs

The presentation highlights anti-black racism as a core determinant of health, and its impact in contributing to inequities. Different scenarios on how to confront anti-black racism were presented.

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The Living Classroom

The Living Classroom is a partnership model that integrates education into long-term care to support workforce development in senior living. This platform provides dedicated resources and training through hands-on learning for practical nursing and personal support workers.

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We Are Educators

This website offers a series of modules, workshops, and eLearning programs designed to support RPNs in adapting to the evolving nursing environment. Resources cover topics such as peer support, mentorship, self-care, cultural competence, new graduate transition, and workplace violence prevention.

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Mental Health Resources for Nurses

Various resources on this website are useful for nurses struggling with mental health and/or substance use disorders, including online mental health resources, self-care fact sheets, and nurse-specific programs designed to promote psychological health and safety.

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Changing Life, Changing Tomorrow: Implementing Antiracism Policy in Nursing

The keynote offers practical strategies and actionable steps for healthcare professionals to promote an inclusive and equitable workplace. The speaker discusses the significance of anti-racism policies, provides practical examples, and offers guidance on overcoming challenges in different nursing contexts.

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Building a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Long-Term Care Home: Helping Each Other Thrive

The poster outlines step by step strategies that long-term care organizations can implement to advance inclusive practices, cultural competence, and empowered workforce at all levels.

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Working with Patients and Substitute Decisions-Makers (SDMs)

This detailed educational guide is intended for healthcare professionals working with patients and substitute decision makers. It contains evidence-based resources to assist nurses and other allied health workers in finding guidance on care interventions, conflict resolution, and relevant procedural issues.

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Death is Part of the Job: A Model of Staff Grief in Long-Term Care

This video demonstrates a peer-led debriefing intervention (INNPUT) for LTC home staff. Important knowledge about grief and how to build a culture where it is okay to talk about grief are included in the model. It offers a sustainable and user-friendly strategy to support front-line employees.

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Peer Led Debriefing Toolkit: Guidelines for Promoting Effective Grief Support Among Front Line Staff

The peer-led debriefing toolkit is intended as a practice and training resource that can be incorporated into the palliative care program of a long-term care home. It covers strategies for overcoming the effects of disenfranchised grief and illustrates how LTC staff can manage their emotions and stressors related to the resident’s death.

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Supporting Families in Long Term Care: Exploring Family and Staff Perspectives

This webinar highlights the critical role of social workers and social service workers in supporting families and enhancing resident care in long-term care homes. It highlights systemic barriers and opportunities for advancement in promoting the health and wellbeing of those who live and work in long-term care.

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I Am A Caregiver Designed for Caregivers in Long-Term Care Homes

This toolkit is a dedicated resource created for caregivers with input from mental health professionals and resources. It includes three essential steps that caregivers can adopt to care for their health and wellbeing.

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Establishing Expectations with Family Members of Long-Term Care Residents

This website provides comprehensive guidance on how long-term care providers can establish effective and compassionate communication with residents’ families. It highlights important information concerning the health and safety of long-term care workers and discusses the legal repercussions of inadequate communication.

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Practices of Interest to Support In-Person Family Presence and Communication with Families

Based on interviews with long-term care facilities, this document outlines strategies used to advise families and essential care partners about resident care during public health restrictions, covering a wide range of communication methods.

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Communication Tip Sheet for Redeployed Staff Working in Long-Term Care with Residents with Cognitive Impairment

This communication tip sheet highlights common scenarios in which certain words may unintentionally intensify a conflict. It offers recommendations on how to deal with the situation, advising providers to maintain composure and develop collaborative relationships with their residents.

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Working with Family Caregivers in LTC

This document highlights the components of effective communication and what it entails for long-term care staff to work in the best interests of the residents. Open and honest communication, how to answer family inquiries, and building connections with families are among the issues covered.

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Relational Approach’ Fosters Community Between Families and Team Members

The relational approach is a strategic initiative that encompasses training, coaching, education, and interactive workshops. This approach empowers care teams to manage family expectations, navigate emotional conflicts, and build the trust needed for meaningful partnerships to support families going through a difficult time.

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For Team Members: Answering Family Phone Calls Using the Huddle Tool

These two complementary eLearning courses for families and care team members highlight effective communication skills needed to support family members in a respectful and compassionate manner.

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OPSWA Courses & Education

Enhance your skills and confidence with expert-led online courses designed to help you provide exceptional care. Build valuable expertise applicable to home care, long-term care, and support care settings, and take the next step in your professional journey.

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