Nursing Homes of Nova Scotia Association

Workplace Engagement and Retention - It starts with you!
2024-05-16 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax)
May 16, 23 and 30, 2024 — Custom Three – Part Webinar Training Series delivered live over a three-week period

May 16, 23 and 30
2-3 pm on each of those days
Consultant, Michelle Ray is no stranger to our sector, presenting a dynamic and engaging keynote address at our 2022 Conference. With more than 25 years of experience researching leadership talent management and change and workforce trends, Ray has a deep understanding of new realities demanding the attention of organizations. She is an award-winning business speaker, educator, consultant entrepreneur, author, coach and 2021 inductee into the Speakers Hall of Fame. Her Workplace Engagement and Retention offering will position you to be a lead in retention of high-performance employees and to create a thriving and empowering workplace culture.

A word from Michelle Ray: https://vimeo.com/942141534/c2eac496c2

MICHELLE RAY’S APPROACH:
“Leadership Live” An Online and on-demand Workforce Development Talent Retention Training Program
We will dive into the key components that LTC senior and middle management need to build an effective ongoing talent management strategy, strengthen their leadership skills to mitigate the talent shortage and help them to create a winning culture that fosters high engagement and retention in an ever-evolving seniors care sector.
OBJECTIVES:
Equip senior and middle managers in Nova Scotia nursing homes with leadership skills to mitigate talent shortages, develop their teams, and build outstanding workplace cultures where people want to stay.
Support leadership progression and succession planning from within as we prepare for retirements in the long-term care sector within the next three to five years.
Keep Nova Scotia competitive in the face of a Canadian-wide healthcare human resource shortage.
Enhance long term care facilities as being recognized as a learning environment and one where highly talented professionals are drawn.
To ultimately be able to retain health care leadership and health professional with the advanced and innovative credentials required to provide quality care to our long-term care residents living in Nova Scotia nursing homes.
OUTCOMES:
Upskill your nursing home CEOs, senior administrators, and executives to have better success retaining their staff .
Increase engagement through greater collaboration and involvement in organizational initiatives.
Identify key factors that contribute to high morale and motivation in a nursing home setting.
Apply essential recognition strategies to create a positive, proactive work environment.
Master your communications and relational skills to build stronger bonds with team members.
Develop future leaders with effective onboarding and mentorship programs
Create an employee-centric value proposition for our nursing home brand and to create a long-term care brand that is respected and valued both internally and externally.
Showcase our employee culture as a sought-after place to work.
Foster open communication channels to understand team member needs and aspirations
DELIVERABLES:
Custom Three – Part Webinar Training Series delivered live over a three-week period, each webinar 45 minutes in duration with fifteen minutes for Q & A.
Webinars presented exclusively by Michelle Ray, Leadership Expert, Trainer, Coach and Hall of Fame Speaker through a content-rich, dynamic, interactive, and engaging learning experience.
Custom Handout /Training Companion Guide to reinforce online course content, support continued learning and enhance understanding of core concepts.
Webinar Recordings available on demand with unlimited access and unlimited views available to NHNSA member leaders for a period of 150 days with an option to renew.
Distribution of 125 copies of Michelle Ray’s book: Leading in Real Time: How to Drive Success in a Radically Changing World to help participants remain ready, responsive, and relevant leaders.
THE RESULT:
NHNSA senior leaders will be equipped with foundational knowledge that will help them achieve outstanding retention levels and counter the shortage of nurses and support staff at all levels of direct patient care.
Member organizations will be defined by their dynamic cultures that keep talented people engaged, thriving and happy at work.
Your facility will enhance its reputation and brand as a trusted, critical, and most valuable resource for Nova Scotians

Free on a first come basis with no more than two people from the same facility.

NHNSA Annual Conference -- "Standing Strong"
2024-03-28 08:00 - 16:00 | Best Western Glengary, 150 Willow St., Truro, Nova Scotia, B2N 4Z6
The Nursing Homes of Nova Scotia Association is pleased and very much looking forward to presenting a Spring Conference on Thursday, March 28, 2024 that will set the stage for continued progression, thriving and advancement for our sector. There will be sharing of inspiring best practices, networking with colleagues and corporate partners, and commitment to professional development that will motivate and uplift during these most unpredictable and demanding times.
Our theme is Standing Strong-Compassion, Leadership & Innovation and we will look at the potential, challenges and expanding responsibilities and expectations of the long-term care sector in Nova Scotia through a visionary lens with a slate of talented and skilled presenters as well as invested partners at the top of their respective fields who will engage you and your team and help empower us for today and the future. We have invited nationally recognized and inspiring speakers on topics connected to the transformation of long-term care, along with colleagues in our nursing homes across the province who are leading and dispelling stereotypes as they provide not only quality care but life enrichment and resident-centered mantras. Incredible expertise and stirring stories will be shared.
REGISTER HERE!

PRICING (including taxes and Eventbrite fees)
Price

Conference Early Bird Registration (Members)
CA$295.47

Conference Early Bird Registration(Non-Members)
CA$326.09

Conference Regular Registration (Members)
CA$356.71

Conference Regular Registration (Non-Members)
CA$417.94

Conference Registration with Booth (Members)
CA$920.10

Conference Registration with Booth (Non-Members)
CA$981.34

Thank You to our Sponsors:
OVERALL Annual Corporate TITLE Sponsor

NHNSA Members Meeting Networking Reception

GOLD Conference Sponsor

SILVER Conference Sponsor

Luncheon Sponsor

Speaker Sponsors

Registration Sponsor

Certificate Program - Leadership in Continuing Care Administration
2023-10-25 - 2023-10-27 | Dalhousie University
Enhancing expertise in Continuing Care Administration
Leadership in Continuing Care Administration

“Great nursing homes start with great leadership” Hon. Barbara Adams, Minister of Seniors and Long Term Care
Enhancing expertise in Continuing Care Administration
October 25-27 & November 1-3
The School of Health Administration, Dalhousie University, and the Nursing Homes of Nova Scotia Association, are proud to offer this Certificate program for executives and administrators within the Continuing Care Sector.
Application Deadline September 15, 2023
*Late applications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis for the few remining spots

TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE

Over six days of intensive study and discussion, the participants will hear from an exceptional range of industry experts and academics. Instructors will provide models of best practice in the core areas of Continuing Care Administration: financial management, legislation and licensing, HR & communications, and operations & continuous improvement. These different strands of discussion will be tied together by an overarching focus on the Philosophy of Care, and how the principles of effective, empathetic provision should underpin the day-to-day running of their organizations.

“Health leaders today face tough challenges. This intensive executive certificate blends academic rigor with extensive front-line expertise to provide continuing care leaders with the knowledge and skills they need to meet those challenges.”
Dr. Tanya Packer
Director – School of Health Administration

“Health leaders today face tough challenges. This intensive executive certificate blends academic rigor with extensive front-line expertise to provide continuing care leaders with the knowledge and skills they need to meet those challenges.” – Dr. Tanya Packer
Director – School of Health Administration

“Building capacity among our emerging leaders is critical: this program reflects the commitment our sector leaders have made to continuous quality improvement.” – Michele Lowe, Executive Director, NHNSA

LONG TERM CARE AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE GALA
2023-10-16 17:30 - 21:00 | Delta Hotels by Marriott Dartmouth, 240 Brownlow Ave., Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, B3B 1X6, Canada
BUY YOUR TICKETS –> Click Here
NHNSA is proud to present our second Gala & Awards of Excellence. This event will shine the spotlight on the long-term care sector in Nova Scotia, celebrating leaders in all aspects of long-term care, who live our core values through their caring philosophy, expertise, courage, passion, advocacy, innovation, and inclusiveness. Six awards have been established to celebrate individuals and or teams who are making exceptional contributions as well as a progressive and lasting impact.

SCHEDULE FOR THE EVENING
Networking Reception 5:30-6:30pmGala Opening: 6:30pmEntertainment: 6:45pmDinner: 7:05pm
BOOK A ROOM
A block of rooms at the Delta Marriott has been set aside for the Awards Gala. A special rate is available to NHNSA members until Friday September 8th. Here is the hotel LINK to book your reservations.

NOMINATION FORMS –> Click Here

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES –> Click Here

VIRTUAL CUPPA CARE SERIES
2023-09-27 15:00 - 15:30 | VIRTUAL
They are scheduled via zoom and take place the last Wednesday (almost) of the month from 3:00-3:30pm. Remember to add each event to your calendar.

SEPTEMBER 27: FirstonSite Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83150196032?from=addon Meeting ID: 831 5019 6032

NHNSA Membership Meeting
2023-09-20 09:00 - 14:30 | Best Western Glengary, 150 Willow St., Truro, Nova Scotia, B2N 4Z6
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 | Best Western Glengary, 150 Willow St, Truro, NS B2N 4Z6 | 9:00am – 2:30pm
INVITED GUESTS AND MEMBERS ONLY –> REGISTER HERE

COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE FOR LEADERS
2023-06-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-05-26 10:00 - 11:00 | VIRTUAL
Bringing leaders together, encouraging knowledge sharing leading to bold and courageous change.
NHNSA MEMBERS ONLY — CLICK HERE to access link

VIRTUAL CUPPA CARE SERIES
2023-06-28 15:00 - 15:30 | VIRTUAL
They are scheduled via zoom and take place the last Wednesday (almost) of the month from 3:00-3:30pm. Remember to add each event to your calendar.

JUNE 28: SGP Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83378990223?from=addon Meeting ID: 833 7899 0223

NHNSA Annual General Meeting
2023-06-22 09:00 - 14:00 | Mount St. Vincent University
JUNE 22, 2023 | Mount St. Vincent University, Rosaria Centre Multipurpose Room | 9:00am – 2:00pm
INVITED GUESTS AND MEMBERS ONLY –> REGISTER HERE
Our approach to the AGM is different than most with exciting presentations, corporate exhibits, guest speakers and a special lively keynote presentation with Chris Scappatura, of Contagious Enthusiasm guaranteed to lift you up, and make you laugh! Bring your team members. Lunch is provided.
Chris Scappatura, President | Contagious Enthusiasm Inc.
“Chris will have your attendees laughing and learning with his energetic style and humorous presentations, it’s a contagious enthusiasm learning experience your group is sure to remember for years to come!”
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisscappatura/

AGENDA
9:00am Registration and Networking

9:45am AGM Business
Call to Order
Welcome & Land Acknowledgement
Welcome comments Minister Adams
Approval of Agenda
Approval of AGM Minutes June 2022
Board Chair’s Report
Executive Director’s Report
Treasurer’s Report
Nomination Report- Approval of Slate of Directors
Closing Remarks

10:30am Break

10:40am NHNSA Business Meeting
Call to Order
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Minutes March 21, 2023

10:45am Keynote Presentation “Waking Up on the Wrong Side of the Bed.”
Chris Scappatura- Contagious Enthusiasm

11:30am “Does your DEIA approach signal change?”
Zoe Hawkins, HCSC

12:00pm Networking Lunch

1:00pm “Lessons & Learnings for Building Change Competency & Capacity in LTC”
Stephen Doiron, CEO Inverary Manor

1:30pm Round Table Updates

1:50pm Closing Remarks

PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS
Rachel McGrath Photography will be offering for $75.
Members can register for a headshot through the registration link.

THANK YOU
Title Sponsor:

Our Exhibitors
CSBT
Cardinal Health
Complete Purchasing Services
Chandler Sales
Essity Canada
Firstonsite Restoration
Lawton’s
SGP Purchasing Partner Network
SWIC
Sysco

Yellow Belt Certification Training (June 8 & 15, 2023)
2023-06-08 13:00 - 16:00 | VIRTUAL
June 8 — 1 to 4 pm
June 15 — 9 to 12 noon
MEMBERS ONLY
Register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/625731589027
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt training is about equipping individuals with the basics to be able to perform well as part of a project team or to take control of solving some of the localised problems within their own organization.

Presented by:

We believe that great healthcare ideas come from within the community itself. At The Value Collaborative, we partner with healthcare organizations along the continuum of care. Our experience includes seniors care, acute care, and emergency medical services, among other healthcare segments. We also work with government and regulatory bodies within the industry. Our aim is to maximize the overall value offered to patients, residents, families and staff. Working together with internal and external experts, we develop high-quality practices to ensure excellence in the healthcare industry. The Value Collaborative also provides a platform for healthcare leaders to share their successes and challenges. Grounded on continuous improvement philosophies, we facilitate training programs and in-person or virtual meetups. https://valuecollaborative.ca/

LONG TERM CARE DAY
2023-06-08
#LTCProud
Thursday, June 8, 2023
Change is happening. Years of advocacy from our sector is translating into action and a strengthened collective will. Awareness of the issues facing long term care in Nova Scotia has never been more heightened. Historic investments in resources that reflect the specialty skills and support needed to deliver quality care are materializing and financial commitments to recruit staff, replace aging infrastructure and modernize nursing homes in Nova Scotia have brought a sense of optimism that didn’t seem possible a year ago.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE

SOLUTIONS SHOWCARE with Lesley Hirst, NS Palliative Consultant
2023-05-17 10:00 - 11:00 | VIRTUAL
Palliative myths – from people to programs and all things in-between: Strengthening a Palliative Approach in LTC (SPA-LTC)
MEMBERS ONLY
Objectives:
• Understand the common myths around palliative care from a clinical, organizational, and system lens
• Understand the need for a palliative approach to care in long-term care
• Understand the McMaster SPA-LTC free resources and how they can support homes to strengthen a person-centered palliative approach to care
• How to sign up to the SPA-LTC

Presenter: Lesley Hirst, RN, BScN (Hons), MNNP, MSc
Nova Scotia Palliative Consultant – McMaster SPA-LTC

Certificate Program - Leadership in Continuing Care Administration (Dalhousie University)
2023-05-03 - 2023-05-05, 2023-04-26 - 2023-04-28 | Dalhousie University
Enhancing expertise in Continuing Care Administration
April 26-28 & May 3-5 2023

The School of Health Administration, Dalhousie University and the Nursing Homes of Nova Scotia Association, are proud to offer this Leadership Certificate program for executives and administrators within the Continuing Care sector.

Application Deadline:

Deadline for next intake is March 17, 2023

Over six days of intensive study and discussion, the participants will hear from an exceptional range of industry experts and academics. Instructors will provide models of best practice in the core areas of Continuing Care Administration: financial management, legislation and licensing, HR & communications, and operations & continuous improvement. These different strands of discussion will be tied together by an overarching focus on the Philosophy of Care, and how the principles of effective, empathetic provision should underpin the day-to-day running of their organizations.

“Health leaders today face tough challenges. This intensive executive certificate blends academic rigor with extensive front-line expertise to provide continuing care leaders with the knowledge and skills they need to meet those challenges.” – Dr. Tanya Packer
Director – School of Health Administration

“Building capacity among our emerging leaders is critical: this program reflects the commitment our sector leaders have made to continuous quality improvement.” – Michele Lowe, Executive Director, NHNSA

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Yellow Belt Certification Training (May 2 & 9, 2023)
2023-05-02 13:00 - 16:00 | VIRTUAL
MEMBERS ONLY
Register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/625700957407
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt training is about equipping individuals with the basics to be able to perform well as part of a project team or to take control of solving some of the localised problems within their own organization.
Presented by:

We believe that great healthcare ideas come from within the community itself. At The Value Collaborative, we partner with healthcare organizations along the continuum of care. Our experience includes seniors care, acute care, and emergency medical services, among other healthcare segments. We also work with government and regulatory bodies within the industry. Our aim is to maximize the overall value offered to patients, residents, families and staff. Working together with internal and external experts, we develop high-quality practices to ensure excellence in the healthcare industry. The Value Collaborative also provides a platform for healthcare leaders to share their successes and challenges. Grounded on continuous improvement philosophies, we facilitate training programs and in-person or virtual meetups. https://valuecollaborative.ca/

VIRTUAL CUPPA CARE SERIES
2023-04-26 15:00 - 15:30 | VIRTUAL
They are scheduled via zoom and take place the last Wednesday (almost) of the month from 3:00-3:30pm. Remember to add each event to your calendar.

APRIL 26 : Think Breakthrough Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81138068268?from=addon Meeting ID: 811 3806 8268

Introduction to Continuous Quality Improvement
2023-04-25 13:30 - 14:30 | VIRTUAL
NHNSA is pleased to host a free introductory workshop with Ali Shahzada of Value Collaborative on Continuous Quality Improvement. Learn how to effectively incorporate CQI into your organization.
This session is ideal for those looking to understand what lean/six sigma is when to use it, and see examples of how it has been used in senior care and other healthcare settings.
Attendees will learn:
• What is CQI?• How is applicable in LTC• What is the structured problem-solving methodology?• How can one create a culture of continuous improvement in their organization?• How have other organizations used this approach to drive improvements?
NHNSA MEMBERS ONLY REGISTER HERE (April 25)

COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE FOR LEADERS
2023-04-21 10:00 - 11:00 | VIRTUAL
Bringing leaders together, encouraging knowledge sharing leading to bold and courageous change.
NHNSA MEMBERS ONLY
Join ZOOM Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83770198212?from=addon
Meeting ID: 837 7019 8212

Art of Resilience Day
2023-04-20 09:00 - 15:00 | Old Orchard Inn, Wolfville, NS, 153 Greenwich Rd S, Wolfville, Nova Scotia, B4P 2R2, Canada
A Spring Day in the Annapolis Valley to Support the Well Being of Your Team & Recharge Yourself
Leaders from across the sector are invited to come together for a full day of learning, sharing and transforming our approach to Mental Health Wellness in Long Term Care.
Learn how NHNSA’s Art of Resilience project has positively impacted our sector’s responses to workplace burnout, trauma and grief. Building on the National Standard of Psychological Safety in the Workplace, discover how several nursing homes and your colleagues are creating effective and innovative, well-being strategies to support their staff with strong results.
This is a free workshop to NHNSA members and includes presentations from motivating guest speakers, evaluation results from the Nova Scotia Centre on Aging and an energizing panel discussion on shared practices.
We encouraged members to attend with their senior leaders. There is limited space and registration is required. If you are unable to attend after you have registered, please let us know.
NHNSA MEMBERS ONLY
REGISTER HERE

Introduction to Continuous Quality Improvement
2023-04-18 09:30 - 10:30 | VIRTUAL
NHNSA is pleased to host a free introductory workshop with Ali Shahzada of Value Collaborative on Continuous Quality Improvement. Learn how to effectively incorporate CQI into your organization.
This session is ideal for those looking to understand what lean/six sigma is when to use it, and see examples of how it has been used in senior care and other healthcare settings.
Attendees will learn:
• What is CQI?• How is it applicable in LTC?• What is the structured problem-solving methodology?• How can one create a culture of continuous improvement in their organization?• How have other organizations used this approach to drive improvements?
NHNSA MEMBERS ONLY REGISTER HERE (April 18)

VIRTUAL CUPPA CARE SERIES
2023-03-29 15:00 - 15:30 | VIRTUAL
with Complete Purchasing

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84431492721?from=addonMeeting ID: 844 3149 2721

COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE FOR LEADERS
2023-03-24 10:00 - 11:00 | VIRTUAL
Bringing leaders together, encouraging knowledge sharing leading to bold and courageous change.
NHNSA MEMBERS ONLY
Join ZOOM Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84076581151?from=addon
Meeting ID: 840 7658 1151

NHNSA MEMBERSHIP MEETING
2023-03-21 10:00 - 23:30 | VIRTUAL
MARCH 21, 2023 | 10-11:30 am |
Virtual Meeting (link to follow)
FOR MEMBERS ONLY

International Women's Day - March 8, 2023
2023-03-08
Canada’s theme for International Women’s Day (IWD) 2023 on March 8 is Every Woman Counts.

It’s a time to commit to ensure all women, from all ages and walks of life, having a place in every aspect of Canadian society, including in the economic, social and democratic spheres. NHNSA celebrates & applauds the successful women living, working & volunteering in LTC as we show our elders that they are respected & honoured & our girls that their dreams can come true.

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