Going above and beyond to help others
They’ve shown bravery in protecting a co-worker under threat, compassion in accompanying a woman at the end of life, quick judgment in saving a…
Humanization of Care committee
When a toothbrush can make a patient cry with joy
Care kits boost morale and combat deconditioning among hospitalized patients Sometimes, good things come in small packages. Just ask Janice Kernohan, an orderly in…
Going the extra distance for others
Caring Beyond awards honour staff for exceptional compassion and care Shakti Brata Haldar was working a busy shift as an orderly in the JGH…
Superman capes and hospital weddings: How five JGH employees made a difference
Hard times can bring out the best in people, and this year has been no exception. Meet a group of Jewish General Hospital staffers…
Patient care begins with self-care
It all begins with recognizing the early signs of when you’re feeling down. “I ask myself a series of questions—Did I eat properly today?…
The Humanization of Care Committee humanizes mental illness
On most days, the Nurses’ Lecture Hall at the Jewish General Hospital bears out its name, with health professionals lecturing staff on a wide…