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Need a COVID-19 test this long weekend? Our doors are open mornings, 9 am to 12 noon, July 31 & Aug.1 AND 9 am to 4 pm, Aug. 2 (Civic Holiday). Book online: ygkcovidtesting.coconutcalendar.com/service #ygk @KFLAPH @MIHomeYGK Retweeted by Providence Care 5 days ago

test Twitter Media - Need a COVID-19 test this long weekend? Our doors are open mornings, 9 am to 12 noon, July 31 & Aug.1 AND 9 am to 4 pm, Aug. 2 (Civic Holiday). Book online: https://t.co/84bJf6MVbJ #ygk @KFLAPH @MIHomeYGK https://t.co/bNTBKwwsVI

Let’s hear it for our very own Dr. Askari! Congratulations 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 twitter.com/SEAMOKingston/… 2 weeks ago

Congrats to the second winner of the Endowed Scholarship and Education Fund: Dr. Sussan Askari! Her project is "Equipping a new generation of physicians to address root causes of chronic diseases: a randomized control trial of remote culinary coaching medical education program." pic.twitter.com/D4VOV1vZiJ
— SEAMO: Southeastern Ontario Academic Medical Org. (@SEAMOKingston) July 20, 2021

Our #healthcare heroes received some back-up today - #superheroes brought smiles to the faces of our youngest #patients. Staff from @EliteWindowC rappelled down the building to not only fight grime, but bring much needed fun & distraction to patients, family & staff. #ygk Retweeted by Providence Care 3 weeks ago

test Twitter Media - Our #healthcare heroes received some back-up today - #superheroes brought smiles to the faces of our youngest #patients. Staff from @EliteWindowC rappelled down the building to not only fight grime, but bring much needed fun & distraction to patients, family & staff. #ygk https://t.co/TLie1vccLx

These kids 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 are just as sweet as the lemonade they’re selling! Thank you from all of us at Providence Care! 💕💕💕 Good luck with the stand! #ygk twitter.com/becca_wickson/… 4 weeks ago

A pop up lemonaid stand on Ashton Place with proceeds going to Providence care! ❤️ #ygk pic.twitter.com/KvtXSvrrzY
— Becca Wickson (@becca_wickson) July 10, 2021

The first time Raj Panchal went to the #hospital in more than 60 years, he was being treated for #COVID19. Click the image below to read about Panchal's journey to #recovery 👇🏻 providencecare.clickable-pic.top/kpbfhv 4 weeks ago

From Wednesday June 30 to Monday July 5, the #COVID19 Assessment Centre in #ygk will be open everyday, including July 1. COVID-19 swabbing will take place from 9am to 12pm and COVID-19 vaccination (Moderna) from 1pm to 4pm. Please watch for standby appointments from @KFLAPH Retweeted by Providence Care 1 month ago

test Twitter Media - From Wednesday June 30 to Monday July 5, the #COVID19 Assessment Centre in #ygk will be open everyday, including July 1. COVID-19 swabbing will take place from 9am to 12pm and COVID-19 vaccination (Moderna) from 1pm to 4pm. Please watch for standby appointments from @KFLAPH https://t.co/3tW2XMMaTA

So glad to see so many in #ygk getting vaccinated. Can't wait for life to get back to normal so we can visit places like @PlayYGK, amazing supporters of patients and client needs at Providence. #ThankYou 1 month ago

Jeremy and Sasha, UHKF staff, are excited to let you know the UHKF 50/50 jackpot is more than $15,000! Sales close on July 1. Get your tickets today: uhkflottery.ca. #RAF1206801 Retweeted by Providence Care 1 month ago

test Twitter Media - Jeremy and Sasha, UHKF staff, are excited to let you know the UHKF 50/50 jackpot is more than $15,000! Sales close on July 1. Get your tickets today: https://t.co/LNjqj9hM4J. #RAF1206801 https://t.co/XGgonJDk2b

Congratulations to our very own Dr. Rashid! 👏🏻👏🏻@msdaanya twitter.com/SEAMOKingston/… 1 month ago

Congratulations to our second Spring MEDP 2021 winner - Dr. Ammar Rashid (@msdaanya) from @QueensuFamMed who will be using the funds for a Master of Health Professions Education at @queensu. Well done! #MedEd #medicaleducation #training #funding #fundingopportunity pic.twitter.com/Kgn0x3A6sF
— SEAMO: Southeastern Ontario Academic Medical Org. (@SEAMOKingston) June 22, 2021

June is #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth. Our CBIS teams help support more than 130 clients across the region on their rehabilitation journeys. Remember brain injury doesn't discriminate, it can happen to anyone. Keep the conversation going and help shine a spotlight on brain injury. 2 months ago

test Twitter Media - June is #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth. Our CBIS teams help support more than 130 clients across the region on their rehabilitation journeys. Remember brain injury doesn't discriminate, it can happen to anyone. Keep the conversation going and help shine a spotlight on brain injury. https://t.co/zrEueH6MEL

A friendly reminder from our friends and colleagues at the #COVID19 Assessment Centre in #ygk👇🏻 twitter.com/KingstonHSC/st… 2 months ago

Booked for #COVID19 test on Thursday, June 10 or Friday, June 11 in #ygk?

Give yourself some extra time due to lanes closures and traffic delays on King St. West near the Assessment Centre. pic.twitter.com/0bCy3yCoqs
— KingstonHSC (@KingstonHSC) June 9, 2021

@KingstonHSC & @providence_care We are looking for a dynamic, experienced professional to fill our Director, Workforce Planning & Utilization position! Read more about this position at career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobre… Retweeted by Providence Care 2 months ago

test Twitter Media - @KingstonHSC & @providence_care We are looking for a dynamic, experienced professional to fill our Director, Workforce Planning & Utilization position! Read more about this position at https://t.co/KxAmmVj4kU https://t.co/fXhZbS8Ijl

Placing culture and tradition in health practices provides a space for safety and belonging where patients find meaning. Get the latest information on health and community resources available to Indigenous communities. ow.ly/Rm0m50F1hqj Retweeted by Providence Care 2 months ago

50/50 tickets here! Get your 50/50 tickets! Don’t miss your chance to win big! Buy your UHKF 50/50 tickets today: uhkflottery.ca RAF1206801 Retweeted by Providence Care 2 months ago

test Twitter Media - 50/50 tickets here! Get your 50/50 tickets!

Don’t miss your chance to win big! Buy your UHKF 50/50 tickets today: https://t.co/LNjqj9hM4J

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At Providence Care, we’re committed to treating every person with respect, dignity and compassion. We’re excited to celebrate #PrideMonth2021 and continue working to provide a safe, equitable and inclusive environment for all those who work and receive care with us. #ygk 2 months ago

test Twitter Media - At Providence Care, we’re committed to treating every person with respect, dignity and compassion.

We’re excited to celebrate #PrideMonth2021 and continue working to provide a safe, equitable and inclusive environment for all those who work and receive care with us. #ygk https://t.co/JJPClp8SMw

Big thanks to @rockinreid and @HeyBenMcLean for stopping by Providence Manor to share some tunes and words of encouragement with our staff and residents! Have a listen! 👇🏻 twitter.com/Move983/status… 2 months ago

Reid and Ben: We were asked to sing for seniors to celebrate yesterday’s zero new COVID case announcement from @KFLAPH.

It led Ben to Providence Manor where he unexpectedly received a song in return. This was the nicest trip. ❤️ #ygk @providence_care pic.twitter.com/itaIMMcS7I
— Kingston’s MOVE 98.3 (@Move983) June 1, 2021

You win. Our hospitals win. We all win! The University Hospitals Kingston Foundation (UHKF) launches UHKF 50/50, an online lottery fundraiser in support of @KingstonHSC and @providence_care! Tickets can only be purchased online at uhkflottery.ca. Retweeted by Providence Care 2 months ago

test Twitter Media - You win. Our hospitals win. We all win! The University Hospitals Kingston Foundation (UHKF) launches UHKF 50/50, an online lottery fundraiser in support of @KingstonHSC and @providence_care! Tickets can only be purchased online at https://t.co/LNjqj9hM4J. https://t.co/kv4hcctfpd

Check out the new website cgcgood.com to learn more about how charitable gaming at @PlayYGK helps many local charities including Providence Care🙂 #grateful #charitablegaming #communitypartnerships 2 months ago

📢📢📢 Exciting news! Starting May 22, General visitors are permitted to have outdoor visits with loved ones at Providence Manor again! There are some protective measures you must follow, click 👇 for more information. #LTC #ygk providencecare.click-link.top/k5sclkw 2 months ago

The COVID-19 Assessment Centre at the Beechgrove Complex will be open during normal operating hours over the holiday long weekend: Friday to Monday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ow.ly/mJ4Q50ERh3p Retweeted by Providence Care 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - The COVID-19 Assessment Centre at the Beechgrove Complex will be open during normal operating hours over the holiday long weekend: Friday to Monday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. https://t.co/kBnTkDM99Z https://t.co/otrt58sYGo

PSWs have been on the frontline in the fight against #COVID19. Today, on #PersonalSupportWorkerDay we tip our hats to these caring & courageous individuals. Join us in giving them a (virtual) standing ovation! 👏🏻👏🏻 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - PSWs have been on the frontline in the fight against #COVID19. Today, on #PersonalSupportWorkerDay we tip our hats to these caring & courageous individuals. Join us in giving them a (virtual) standing ovation! 👏🏻👏🏻 https://t.co/vIYKDbpaKF

May 10 to 16 is #NationalNursesWeek and we are beyond proud to celebrate these incredible individuals! Nurses show courage and commitment each and every day, and this has never been more apparent than during the #COVID19 pandemic. Help us show them some love! 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - May 10 to 16 is #NationalNursesWeek and we are beyond proud to celebrate these incredible individuals! Nurses show courage and commitment each and every day, and this has never been more apparent than during the #COVID19 pandemic. Help us show them some love! https://t.co/smqp8Uri6I

#WorldHandHygieneDay is celebrated annually on May 5 as a way to maintain global promotion, visibility & sustainability of #handhygiene in healthcare. And during the #pandemic, it's never been more important. Let's work together to promote #cleanhands & safe work environments. twitter.com/KingstonHSC/st… 3 months ago

It’s #CleanYourHands Day! The #myKHSC community reminds you that more than ever we all need to remember the importance of cleaning our hands. It protects us all! #HandHygieneDay #InfectionPrevention #PatientSafety pic.twitter.com/AhUX25R5Ko
— KingstonHSC (@KingstonHSC) May 5, 2021

This year has been hard, there’s no way around it. This week we’re highlighting our #mentalhealth professionals & the incredible job they’ve done to support our patients, clients & residents through the #pandemic. Mental health is health, & it’s never been more important. #ygk 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - This year has been hard, there’s no way around it. This week we’re highlighting our #mentalhealth professionals & the incredible job they’ve done to support our patients, clients & residents through the #pandemic.

Mental health is health, & it’s never been more important. #ygk https://t.co/iEPFopujob

It’s #NationalPhysiciansDay! We are fortunate to have 190 physicians at our hospital, home & community. Each of them has gone beyond the call of duty during the pandemic & has shown what it means to be a leader. Thank you for the exceptional care you deliver day in & day out! 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - It’s #NationalPhysiciansDay! We are fortunate to have 190 physicians at our hospital, home & community. Each of them has gone beyond the call of duty during the pandemic & has shown what it means to be a leader. Thank you for the exceptional care you deliver day in & day out! https://t.co/8XCFxC8Q41

‘They saved my life’ - #COVID19 patient Lewellyn Allworth is one of more than 60 critically ill people who have been transferred across Ontario to #ygk for care in KHSC's ICU. He shares harrowing story & thanks the #healthcare teams that saved his life: kingstonhsc.ca/khscconnect/ne… Retweeted by Providence Care 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - ‘They saved my life’ - #COVID19 patient Lewellyn Allworth is one of more than 60 critically ill people who have been transferred across Ontario to #ygk for care in KHSC's ICU. He shares harrowing story & thanks the #healthcare teams that saved his life: https://t.co/Pp44heiZqV https://t.co/isz5hNrG6y

Thank you @DrStephenArcher! Its certainly a team effort and we're more than happy to do our part. We appreciate your support and encouragement! twitter.com/DrStephenArche… 3 months ago

KUDOS to colleagues @providence_care for going the extra mile in response to #COVID19Ontario. Geriatrics has increased patient numbers, Family Medicine & hospitalists have taken on large new case load. An inspiring response to pandemic. RESPECT from @QueensuDOM @KingstonHSC https://t.co/WjISvAh7Ey
— Stephen L. Archer (@DrStephenArcher) April 29, 2021

Thanks for the shoutout @Dr_ChrisSimpson! We're proud to help our acute care partners address the unprecedented demands brought on by the pandemic. #TeamOntario is right! 💪🏻 twitter.com/Dr_ChrisSimpso… 3 months ago

Huge shout out to @providence_care, who have taken 162 patients in transfer from acute care, while also working closely with home and community care to keep patients moving to where they are best served. #system #teamontario
— Dr. Chris Simpson (@Dr_ChrisSimpson) April 29, 2021

Today, we’re celebrating #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay. These individuals’ help our staff stay connected, engaged & productive, & help our workplaces run smoothly (even during a pandemic!). Join us in giving them a much deserved round of applause for all their hard work! 👏🏻👏🏻 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - Today, we’re celebrating #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay. These individuals’ help our staff stay connected, engaged & productive, & help our workplaces run smoothly (even during a pandemic!).

Join us in giving them a much deserved round of applause for all their hard work! 👏🏻👏🏻 https://t.co/P6tpNsiys4

Despite being closed due to the provincial shutdown, @PlayYGK continues to help raise funds to support our patients, clients & residents. We're so grateful for this partnership & truly appreciate everything they do for the people we serve! #ygk twitter.com/PlayYGK/status… 3 months ago

⏰ UPDATE: As per the Stay-At-Home order, we will be CLOSED for the next 4 weeks.
We hope to welcome you back to Play Gaming & Entertainment soon. Stay tuned to our Facebook Page for updates and re-opening dates.https://t.co/4YG8XusIUi #ygk pic.twitter.com/XEW2k1s1wQ
— Play! Gaming & Entertainment (@PlayYGK) April 8, 2021

@MayorPaterson Thanks so much for sharing! 3 months ago

Providence Care and YMCA teaming up to bring seniors and children together! "[This] creates opportunities for intergenerational socialization and relationship-building." ~ Cathy Szabo, Providence Care President & CEO. @providence_care eo.ymca.ca/news/providenc… Retweeted by Providence Care 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - Providence Care and YMCA teaming up to bring seniors and children together!

"[This] creates opportunities for intergenerational socialization and relationship-building." ~ Cathy Szabo, Providence Care President & CEO.

@providence_care

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📣📣📣Exciting partnership alert! We’re teaming up with @YMCAEasternON to bring seniors & children together under the same roof! The new Providence Manor will feature a Y childcare centre & will promote intergenerational socialization. Visit providencecare.ca to learn more. 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - 📣📣📣Exciting partnership alert! We’re teaming up with @YMCAEasternON to bring seniors & children together under the same roof! The new Providence Manor will feature a Y childcare centre & will promote intergenerational socialization. Visit https://t.co/E2QYFbheca to learn more. https://t.co/2NwtZzuaTY

Weekend Team @providence_care An inspirational moment on a beautiful Saturday. Leading from the front, Dean @janephilpott came in to help in our pandemic response. She is truly a great role model for stepping up. @QueensuFamMed @QueensUHealth @QueensPostgrad @SEAMOKingston Retweeted by Providence Care 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - Weekend Team @providence_care
An inspirational moment on a beautiful Saturday. Leading from the front, Dean @janephilpott came in to help in our pandemic response. She is truly a great role model for stepping up.
@QueensuFamMed @QueensUHealth @QueensPostgrad @SEAMOKingston https://t.co/XrVstISXmx

Check out our upcoming Humanity in Healthcare speaker session on May 12th (5-6pm EST). Terry Landry (OT) will be speaking about helping mental health clients live the life they choose. All are welcome. healthsci.queensu.ca/faculty-staff/… Retweeted by Providence Care 3 months ago

test Twitter Media - Check out our upcoming Humanity in Healthcare speaker session on May 12th (5-6pm EST). Terry Landry (OT) will be speaking about helping mental health clients live the life they choose. All are welcome. https://t.co/olnqt1jIuC https://t.co/q1hNQfInV1

Join us in thanking our incredible #volunteers for their unwavering commitment this past year. Even during a global pandemic they have shown up, masked up & made a huge difference in the lives of our patients, clients & residents. We couldn’t do what we do without them! 👏🏻 #NVW21 4 months ago

test Twitter Media - Join us in thanking our incredible #volunteers for their unwavering commitment this past year. Even during a global pandemic they have shown up, masked up & made a huge difference in the lives of our patients, clients & residents. We couldn’t do what we do without them! 👏🏻 #NVW21 https://t.co/71wkPwGRMM

Welcome to the team @janephilpott and thank you for your support, service and leadership! We’re grateful for the help. P.S. you’re joining an amazing team! twitter.com/janephilpott/s… 4 months ago

I'm now officially on staff at @providence_care ready to work weekends as a hospitalist. Like others, I'm stepping up as our hospitals are bursting with 100s of new beds. Hospitals are putting up beds in former clinics, kitchen space, etc. We can't so easily create healthworkers. https://t.co/quOKAiIUvF
— Jane Philpott (@janephilpott) April 16, 2021

@SEAMOKingston @janephilpott @KingstonHSC @QueensUHealth @KGHresearch @queensuResearch @dayofpink Look good team @SEAMOKingston 👏👏👏 4 months ago

With #COVID19 cases rising at an alarming rate, Providence Care Hospital has activated a 23-bed outpatient clinic space & is admitting additional patients from acute care facilities, to help relieve #pandemic related pressures. Click 👇 to learn more. #ygk providencecare.click-link.top/400jtph8 4 months ago

@MayorPaterson Thanks Mayor! We appreciate the support 😊 #Medlabthx 4 months ago

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