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For over 40 years, Shelly Dalueg has been a steadfast advocate for mental health in Camrose. As an RPN and outpatient therapist at St. Mary’s Hospital, she has had a remarkable impact on her patients and community. From creating support groups for those with schizophrenia to pioneering trauma therapy training, Shelly has touched countless lives with compassion and dedication. Her work has helped patients not only manage symptoms but regain a sense of self. Read more: https://bit.ly/4fagW17

Building resilience and connection in our Addiction and Mental Health leadership! 💡 This week, our first-ever Addiction and Mental Health Portfolio Leadership Conference brought together leaders for a day of learning, connection and inspiration. Organized by the Villa Caritas AMH planning committee, the conference featured presentations by our own leaders, showcasing the knowledge and support within Covenant Health. From thought-provoking sessions on resilience to informative vendor tables, it was a day dedicated to strengthening our teams and exploring opportunities for collaboration. Thank you to everyone who helped make this inaugural event a success! 👏

With each launch, Connect Care strengthens the way we deliver care. On November 2, we successfully launched Connect Care at three continuing care sites in the Edmonton Zone, including the Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre, St. Joseph’s Auxiliary Hospital and Youville Home. We now have 17 sites across Alberta connected through this innovative health information system! 👏 We’re excited to continue enhancing care coordination and supporting our patients, residents, families and healthcare teams.

Celebrating 10 years of life-changing support at St. Mary’s Hospital! 🎉 For the past decade, the early supported discharge program has been a lifeline for stroke survivors in Camrose, bringing essential care closer to home. By offering physical and mental health support right in their community, the program ensures that rural patients receive the whole-person care they need without the need to travel. Join us in celebrating the amazing work being done by this team! 👏

Bringing Halloween spirit to the NICU! 👶🎃 This Halloween, some of our tiniest patients at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital got to celebrate in style, thanks to the creativity and dedication of our NICU team. A round of applause for: 👏 Karine Leclerc-Keshwani 👏 Hanna Lessmeister 👏 Gabby Cyrkot 👏 Taylor Fraser 👏 Aimee Chan 👏 Mar Bartlett 👏 Sarah Janke They all went above and beyond, taking time from their personal lives to gather supplies and craft adorable costumes for our NICU babies’ first Halloween. Their efforts brought smiles, warmth and a little Halloween magic to the families and staff alike. Thank you to this incredible team for making this holiday so special.

Patient safety with a haunted twist! 👻🎃 To recognize Patient Safety Week, the Misericordia Community Hospital hosted a unique, interactive experience today—a simulated patient room designed with hidden safety hazards! ⚠ This “haunted” setup encourages staff to identify potential risks in a safe, engaging way, blending gamification with education to reinforce best practices in patient care. It’s a fun and creative approach to ensuring top-notch safety standards, helping our team deliver the safest care possible! 👏

Meet Robin and Nalia—two inspiring team members whose work brings culture, community and compassion to life. ✨ Through initiatives like cultural fashion shows, craft events and celebrations, they’ve built an environment where diversity shines and everyone feels valued at St. Teresa Place in Calgary. Their efforts to foster a supportive space have not only touched lives but also earned them a nomination for Covenant’s 2024 Mission Award in the Social Justice category. Dive into their story and see how they make a difference every day. 👇 https://bit.ly/3YpNb5j

Thank you to Sarah Ryan and the Global News team for visiting us yesterday at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital! 🎥 Our team is proud to work with the Blankets of Love Foundation for Mental Health to provide comfort to our patients over this winter and holiday season.

Bringing cutting-edge training to rural health care! 🚐 We're taking simulation training on the road with our new Rural Mobile Simulation project. This innovative initiative ensures rural health care teams have access to high-quality simulation training, enhancing safe and effective care for patients and residents across Alberta. With the support of the Covenant Foundation, this mobile simulation unit is equipped to deliver hands-on training directly to our rural acute and continuing care sites. From managing complex scenarios like pediatric trauma to reflecting on everyday practices, staff can now refine their skills in their own care environments, building confidence and improving patient safety. This project is part of our commitment to providing patient-focused care for every Albertan, no matter where they live. 💙

Can you smell what occupational therapy is cookin'?! 💪 This Occupational Therapy Day, we’re celebrating the incredible work our OT teams do to help patients regain their strength and independence. From helping with mobility to supporting mental and emotional well-being, they truly rock the world of rehabilitation. Whether it’s teaching techniques for daily tasks or supporting recovery after surgery, our OT teams are always there to lend a hand and empower patients every step of the way. Let’s give them a huge shoutout because if you smell what our OT teams are cookin’, it’s progress and healing! 🙌 #OTMonth #OTMonth2024 #WorldOTDay