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Way to go, #ygk! A special congratulations to our staff who showed their #locallove by donating over $35,000! twitter.com/unitedwaykfla/… 2 days ago

Here it is! Thank you to this amazing community! In addition to surpassing the campaign goal, community members donated $367,367 since March through the COVID-19 Response Fund. This brings the total raised to $3,547,668! #localloveinaction https://t.co/5y4PdOiTxt
— United Way KFLA (@unitedwaykfla) November 26, 2020

Have fun - tap and play safely! Thanks to Play! Gaming & Entertainment for helping fund equipment for our patients! twitter.com/PlayYGK/status… 1 week ago

We have TAP 'N PLAY games! They are easy to play for the chance to win instant cash prizes and progressive jackpots!https://t.co/6HCzn5YGt1 #Ygk pic.twitter.com/nLbL9RM5RH
— Play! Gaming & Entertainment (@PlayYGK) November 19, 2020

Our very own Dr. Ben Ritsma was interviewed by @SEAMOKingston for his inventive work in virtual healthcare. Click 👇 to learn how the initiatives he’s part of ensure the people we serve get access to high quality care, wherever they are. @KingstonHSC @QueensuDOM @OTNtelemedicine twitter.com/SEAMOKingston/… 1 week ago

Dr. Ben Ritsma in the Department of PM&R says the transition to significantly greater use of virtual care platforms has been key to the capacity for ongoing care delivery. Read his full interview: https://t.co/BrU3vAGNIL #ThinkDigitalHealth #digitalhealth #interview #specialists pic.twitter.com/HwvZnVUMzP
— SEAMO: Southeastern Ontario Academic Medical Org. (@SEAMOKingston) November 19, 2020

We’re proud to be one of 60 healthcare partners coming together to help people in Frontenac, Lennox & Addington (FLA) access the care they need, when & where they need it. The FLA Ontario Health team features hospitals, community care, mental health services & more! twitter.com/ONThealth/stat… 1 week ago

Ontario is announcing 13 new Ontario Health Teams to deliver integrated & coordinated services, including across hospitals, primary care, home care & #LongTermCare. View the list #OHTs at: https://t.co/P2YLZ8KTeu & news release: https://t.co/gC7D5rWpJi pic.twitter.com/dbsFTAx9B1
— Ontario Ministry of Health (@ONThealth) November 18, 2020

Congratulations to our very own @skepticalIDdoc! 👏🏻 twitter.com/KingstonHSC/st… 2 weeks ago

@skepticalIDdoc was nominated for the #myKHSC Medical Staff Association Outstanding Clinician of the Year award. Thanks, Dr. Gerald Evans, for your infectious disease insights and infection prevention guidance throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. More: https://t.co/wBZLzWT3GL pic.twitter.com/odUUIgjqGp
— KingstonHSC (@KingstonHSC) November 18, 2020

Today, we honour and remember those who served for our country. These are some of the brave men & women who sacrificed for our freedom, & call Providence Manor home. Please join us in thanking them and all veterans, and those who continue to serve. #LestWeForget #CanadaRemembers 3 weeks ago

test Twitter Media - Today, we honour and remember those who served for our country. These are some of the brave men & women who sacrificed for our freedom, & call Providence Manor home. Please join us in thanking them and all veterans, and those who continue to serve. #LestWeForget #CanadaRemembers https://t.co/EdFnRcxJC8

#COVID-19 has affected health care systems around the world. While our health care system has its strengths, its capacity is limited & we can’t retain a false sense of security that we won’t be impacted the same way. Take the Pledge to #StopTheSpread: ontariocovidpledge.ca Retweeted by Providence Care 1 month ago

test Twitter Media - #COVID-19 has affected health care systems around the world. While our health care system has its strengths, its capacity is limited & we can’t retain a false sense of security that we won’t be impacted the same way. Take the Pledge to #StopTheSpread: https://t.co/VRkCqADRVr https://t.co/qTXb3241lN

In case you missed it: Dean @janephilpott praises @QueensUHealth students for their adaptability and commitment during the #COVID19 pandemic. Read more 👇🏻 twitter.com/QueensUHealth/… 1 month ago

"...students in the Faculty of Health Sciences are bright, considerate, and engaged. They care deeply for each other, for our community, & for their patients."

Dean @janephilpott celebrates our students in a recent blog post, feat. in the @WhigStandard https://t.co/L261ccVtZM
— Queen's Faculty of Health Sciences (@QueensUHealth) October 26, 2020

It's #CanadianPatientSafetyWeek. Your healthcare matters. If something looks wrong, feels wrong or is wrong when you’re receiving care, don’t be silent. Learn more: bit.ly/32Npp6i #ConquerSilence Retweeted by Providence Care 1 month ago

test Twitter Media - It's #CanadianPatientSafetyWeek. Your healthcare matters. If something looks wrong, feels wrong or is wrong when you’re receiving care, don’t be silent. Learn more: https://t.co/yAgXLhXJLa #ConquerSilence https://t.co/aq0HEUozDZ

Our Facilities Management staff work around the clock to manage the care environment within our organization. They truly are #healthcareheroes. This National Healthcare Facilities Engineering Week join us in giving them a round of applause for all they do! 👏🏻 #NHFEW 1 month ago

test Twitter Media - Our Facilities Management staff work around the clock to manage the care environment within our organization. They truly are #healthcareheroes. This National Healthcare Facilities Engineering Week join us in giving them a round of applause for all they do! 👏🏻 #NHFEW https://t.co/pOzV0EJvMd

Thanks @PlayYGK for keeping our community safe and continuing to support patient comforts at @providence_care as we live through the pandemic! twitter.com/PlayYGK/status… 1 month ago

We are open daily until 1:00am -- with mandatory face masks, social distancing, contact tracing, and many other health processes.https://t.co/dooyCtxzn1 #YGK pic.twitter.com/WWRxQgB1f3
— Play! Gaming & Entertainment (@PlayYGK) October 18, 2020

Now that's something to smile about! Way to go #ygk! @UHKF @KingstonHSC @TimHortons @agnewfoods twitter.com/UHKF/status/13… 1 month ago

Thank you, Kingston, for raising a record-breaking total of $150,000 through this year’s @TimHortons annual #SmileCookie campaign! The pandemic did not stop #YGK from showing their support of @KingstonHSC's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. pic.twitter.com/lPprePqJNs
— Hospitals Foundation (@UHKF) October 22, 2020

During National Healthcare Facilities Engineering Week we want to thank to our Facilities Management team who work tirelessly to address the #comfort & #safety of our patients, clients, residents & staff. Thank you! #NHFEW 1 month ago

test Twitter Media - During National Healthcare Facilities Engineering Week we want to thank to our Facilities Management team who work tirelessly to address the #comfort & #safety of our patients, clients, residents & staff. Thank you! #NHFEW https://t.co/ccwtoEwcjz

Hey #ygk, let's show our #locallove by donating clean, new or gently used adult coats. See below for drop-off locations. twitter.com/unitedwaykfla/… 1 month ago

Please share! Coat Drive donations accepted October 26 - November 7 at various locations. Show your #locallove. pic.twitter.com/8Fu7mhO5Vg
— United Way KFLA (@unitedwaykfla) October 20, 2020

Not all heroes wear capes – or scrubs! This week we’re shining the spotlight on some of the unsung heroes of healthcare. Our engineers, environmental services & maintenance staff work day in, day out to ensure our facilities are safe, clean & operational. Thank you! #NHFEW 1 month ago

test Twitter Media - Not all heroes wear capes – or scrubs! This week we’re shining the spotlight on some of the unsung heroes of healthcare. Our engineers, environmental services & maintenance staff work day in, day out to ensure our facilities are safe, clean & operational. Thank you! #NHFEW https://t.co/88WR3Iuhhi

@amhskfla Thank you! 1 month ago

We have exciting news! We're opening a transitional care centre to help people in the Southeast region get the care they need, when they need it. Click the link below to learn more about this exciting partnership with @queensu! bit.ly/3j5hhEk @ONThealth @SouthEastLHIN 1 month ago

Welcome tobSoutheastern Ontario! We are looking forward to working together with you @Stacey_iCare twitter.com/QuinteHealth/s… 2 months ago

The Quinte Health Care (QHC) Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Stacey Daub will take the reins as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) January 4, 2021.
More info:https://t.co/INvanGbD65 pic.twitter.com/1FNE7pkaKc
— Quinte Health Care (@QuinteHealth) October 14, 2020

#Mentalillness doesn’t discriminate. Shine a spotlight on #mentalhealth today & every day! Don’t forget to check in on loved ones this #Thanksgivingweekend. A simple phone call reminds them they're not alone. Let's keep the conversation going #WorldMentalHealthDay #EndTheStigma twitter.com/WHO/status/131… 2 months ago

It's #WorldMentalHealthDay!

-Close to 1 billion people have a mental disorder
-Depression is a leading cause of illness & disability
-1 person dies every 40 seconds from suicide
-3 million people die every year due to harmful use of 🍻#MoveForMentalHealth: Let's invest! pic.twitter.com/hr74iibO7U
— World Health Organization (WHO) (@WHO) October 9, 2020

IMPORTANT UPDATE: You can now book a #COVID19 test in #ygk online at ygkCOVIDTesting.EventBrite.ca. Book up to 2 days in advance. One person can reserve appointments for up to 4 people. Prefer to book over the telephone? Call 613-548-2376 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm daily. Retweeted by Providence Care 2 months ago

test Twitter Media - IMPORTANT UPDATE: You can now book a #COVID19 test in #ygk online at https://t.co/FVUWD9GZh4. Book up to 2 days in advance. One person can reserve appointments for up to 4 people. Prefer to book over the telephone? Call 613-548-2376 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm daily. https://t.co/AXM5DvN0pY

We're proud to join our friends and partners at @OntHospitalAssn by taking the pledge to #StoptheSpread. Click on the link below to make your own pledge 👇🏼 #ygk #InThisTogether twitter.com/OntHospitalAss… 2 months ago

It’s been a long 6-months but #COVID-19 is still a very real threat. Now’s the time for us to think of small, practical, everyday steps we can take to #stopthesecondwave. We did this before; we can do it again. Take the Pledge to #StopTheSpread today: https://t.co/VRkCqADRVr pic.twitter.com/VCTJcI2nAa
— Ont. Hospital Assoc. (@OntHospitalAssn) October 7, 2020

Did you know? Over 125 Catholic health care providers serve more than 5 million people each year across Canada? #NationalCatholicHealthCareWeek! 2 months ago

We can do this, #ygk! Do your part by staying apart, washing your hands frequently and wearing a mask/face covering. #inthistogether twitter.com/OntHospitalAss… 2 months ago

Thanks to the sacrifice and responsible actions of Ontarians, we were getting a handle on #COVID-19 in the summer. But the rising number of cases means it’s time for each of us to take steps to #stopthesecondwave. We did this before; we can do it again. We are #inthistogether. pic.twitter.com/X5rI3yOOFE
— Ont. Hospital Assoc. (@OntHospitalAssn) October 5, 2020

An important message from our friends at @queensu 👇🏼 twitter.com/queensu/status… 2 months ago

A message from Queen's students, to Queen's students - University is an exciting time, but you have a responsibility to follow safety guidelines. It's our community, keep it safe. #keepitsafe #YGK #queensu pic.twitter.com/JOO6bE3Sxm
— Queen's University (@queensu) October 2, 2020

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Last day for walk-in testing at the #COVID19 Assessment Centre in #ygk is Sat. Oct. 3. Appointment-only testing begins Sun. Oct. 4. Upon arrival you will be screened & assigned an appointment time. Info about online booking to follow soon. Hours: 9am to 4pm. Retweeted by Providence Care 2 months ago

test Twitter Media - IMPORTANT UPDATE: Last day for walk-in testing at the #COVID19 Assessment Centre in #ygk is Sat. Oct. 3. Appointment-only testing begins Sun. Oct. 4. Upon arrival you will be screened & assigned an appointment time. Info about online booking to follow soon. Hours: 9am to 4pm. https://t.co/eCiDyE3Tll

Please note: All visits to Providence Manor are suspended for the rest of the day (Sept 30) due to a mechanical issue with our elevators. We apologize for the inconvenience. 2 months ago

@grant_rourke Yes! Reposting 2 months ago

Planning to come to the #ygk #COVID19 Assessment Centre? Please do not arrive before 9 a.m. The roads on the Beechgrove property must remain accessible and safe. The Assessment Centre will be ready for you when you arrive. Thank you for your patience & consideration at this time. Retweeted by Providence Care 2 months ago

test Twitter Media - Planning to come to the #ygk #COVID19 Assessment Centre? Please do not arrive before 9 a.m. The roads on the Beechgrove property must remain accessible and safe. The Assessment Centre will be ready for you when you arrive. Thank you for your patience & consideration at this time. https://t.co/uatOMvg9Vc

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Due to very high volumes the #COVID19 Assessment Centre in #ygk has reached capacity and will not perform any more testing today. The centre will re-open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Retweeted by Providence Care 2 months ago

A collaborative models Ontario’s second wave: “Right now, we have predominantly younger, healthy people (contracting #COVID19 in Ontario). But what we've seen in other jurisdictions is that it really spills over into other population groups." @UHN @Sunnybrook @UofT twitter.com/CBCCanada/stat… Retweeted by Providence Care 2 months ago

Ontario's second wave of COVID-19 forecast to peak in October https://t.co/Pr1yqO5RYd pic.twitter.com/Mu69vPn88p
— CBC Canadian News (@CBCCanada) September 28, 2020

With #COVID-19 cases rising, now’s the time for all Ontarians, of every age, to come together to ensure our friends, families & communities stay safe during the second wave. Earlier this year, our sacrifices helped #FlattentheCurve. We can do it again – together. Retweeted by Providence Care 2 months ago

test Twitter Media - With #COVID-19 cases rising, now’s the time for all Ontarians, of every age, to come together to ensure our friends, families & communities stay safe during the second wave. Earlier this year, our sacrifices helped #FlattentheCurve. We can do it again – together. https://t.co/schVM9mWGr

ICYMI: The #COVID19 Assessment Centre has moved to the Beechgrove Complex, located at 51 Heakes Lane. Click the link below for more information. #ygk twitter.com/KingstonHSC/st… 2 months ago

Our #ygk #COVID19 Assessment Centre has moved. Now located at the Beechgrove Complex at 51 Heakes Lane - South of King St. West at Portsmouth Ave. intersection. Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. MORE INFO: https://t.co/8vGwCZp0IZ pic.twitter.com/0fA2Ev4KKI
— KingstonHSC (@KingstonHSC) September 27, 2020

Bonne journée des Franco-Ontariennes et des Franco-Ontariens ! #onfr 2 months ago

test Twitter Media - Bonne journée des Franco-Ontariennes et des Franco-Ontariens ! #onfr https://t.co/AZmlqVsAOl

In case you missed it, the provincial government has released new guidelines for #COVID19 testing. Click the link below for more information 👇🏼 twitter.com/ONThealth/stat… 2 months ago

Ontario updates #COVID19 testing guidelines to ensure our publicly-funded testing resources are available for those who need them most – prioritizing those who are at greatest risk, while shifting away from untargeted asymptomatic testing. https://t.co/5v5EYEMxvk pic.twitter.com/9dCZfQhcFy
— Ontario Ministry of Health (@ONThealth) September 24, 2020

The province of Ontario has released a COVID-19 screening tool to help parents screen their children every morning before school: ow.ly/nw8150Brf8y Retweeted by Providence Care 2 months ago

test Twitter Media - The province of Ontario has released a COVID-19 screening tool to help parents screen their children every morning before school: https://t.co/f66S1RexRo https://t.co/JfEYUZoJ0k

We are so thankful for support from Play!Gaming and its patrons! You are helping provide much needed equipment and supports for our patients, residents and clients! twitter.com/PlayYGK/status… 2 months ago

We are open 10am-1am daily with our spinning reel cabinets, including Hunters of the North and Mistress of Egypt!https://t.co/NAngZQ5Z20 #YGK pic.twitter.com/euDKfcwzps
— Play! Gaming & Entertainment (@PlayYGK) September 20, 2020

COVID-19 stopped a lot of things this year, but it’s not stopping @TimHortons Smile Cookie! #SmileCookies will be available next week from September 14-20! Last year, we broke the record for the most successful campaign yet and we’re hoping we can do it again. Retweeted by Providence Care 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - COVID-19 stopped a lot of things this year, but it’s not stopping @TimHortons Smile Cookie! #SmileCookies will be available next week from September 14-20! Last year, we broke the record for the most successful campaign yet and we’re hoping we can do it again. https://t.co/0LdPSczck4

The hours of our COVID-19 Assessment Centre are changing. As of Monday, Sept. 14 we are open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please remember that a valid Health Card and Photo ID are required for testing. More details: kingstonhsc.ca/patients-famil… #ygk @KFLAPH Retweeted by Providence Care 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - The hours of our COVID-19 Assessment Centre are changing. As of Monday, Sept. 14 we are open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please remember that a valid Health Card and Photo ID are required for testing. More details: https://t.co/wrSiR5ZozS #ygk @KFLAPH https://t.co/sDjEwlm9XI

Reid and Ben: @unitedwaykfla have announced their 2020 campaign goal and this year it is set at $2.9 million. Good luck #ygk. We got this. #LocalLove unitedwaykfla.ca/united-way-kfl… Retweeted by Providence Care 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - Reid and Ben: @unitedwaykfla have announced their 2020 campaign goal and this year it is set at $2.9 million. Good luck #ygk. We got this. #LocalLove https://t.co/q9IJG06zKY https://t.co/QiQFDPrKWg

"New opportunities arise from crisis [and] this year’s campaign will find new ways to connect with our community." @antjemcneely Congratulations to @unitedwaykfla on kicking off their annual campaign (virtually)! We can't wait to kick off our own campaign next week. #LocalLove twitter.com/unitedwaykfla/… 3 months ago

Here it is, our 2020 Campaign Goal! More details here https://t.co/vHM4grm5M2 #locallove #community #support #campaign2020
— United Way KFLA (@unitedwaykfla) September 11, 2020

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