News Release Date: September 29, 2023 Providence Care continues to monitor the rising COVID-19 and respiratory illness prevalence rates.  On Sept. 19, 2023, the organization implemented masking measures in clinical areas and throughout our long-term-care home. As a tiered response,...

Terrilyn McLaren works on her balance in the therapy gym with Registered Physiotherapist, Nancy Louwagie as part of the Outpatient Stroke Rehabilitation Program. It has been six months since 34-year-old Terrilyn McLaren had a stroke while on a solo vacation in Vienna...

If you’ve spent time around Providence Care Hospital, chances are you’ve seen Beryl Dodd who has been volunteering for more than 20 years. With an infectious laugh and strong British accent, Beryl is well-known throughout the hospital and is frequently seen pushing her cart full of...

Nancy Barber’s friendly demeanor when volunteering at Providence Care Hospital has been uplifting patients twice a week since July 2022. “Volunteering has allowed me to be in touch with many patients who require assistance, and I am so very happy to provide it. I’ve been through...

Lynn Jackson says she knew at an early age where her path was leading. In her grade-eight yearbook, she wrote she wanted to be an animal lab technician. Fast forward to now and you might not find Lynn working with animals, but you will definitely find her in a lab. For 33 years,...

Dr. Ruzica Jokic says everyday it’s her mission to step outside the box when providing mental health care for her patients. She is a psychiatrist, researcher and the Clinical Director of the Mood Disorders, Research and Treatment Service at Providence Care. She’s one part of a...

On Tuesday afternoons in the Art Hive at Providence Care Hospital, seven-year old Goldendoodle Lucy greets each person who enters with a wagging tail and enthusiastic demeanor. Sporting a red bandana with her own name tag, her excitement is obvious. Those in the room are equally excited...

Perry Drobot says he’s on the other side of what was a long, tiresome and dark period of his life. He tells his story nervously but proudly, having a new understanding of his childhood trauma and the coping mechanisms he turned to. “I’m starting to become a better person...

Program co-creator and Developmental Services Worker Susan Boudreau, poses with Developmental Service Worker, Madelaine Millard alongside clients of the focus program in action. Reintroducing clients to their interests, hobbies and passions beyond the hospital walls, is just one...

Mandi Lefevbre celebrates her discharge from PCH walking off the unit in the perfect party dress Every memorable celebration starts with a festive party dress. At least that’s the sentiment of 36-year-old Mandi Lefebvre who celebrated her discharge from Providence Care Hospital...

It’s been two long years since students known as Red Shirts walked the halls of Providence Care due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Known for their helpful nature, the students’ absence had been felt among patients, clients, residents and staff who were delighted to welcome them back...

News Release Date: July 26, 2022 –––––––––––––––––––––––– Providence Care Hospital COVID-19 Outbreak on Parkside 2 Pods A, B & C Declared Over A COVID-19 outbreak declared on Parkside 2 Pods A, B & C at Providence Care...

News Release Date: July 18, 2022 –––––––––––––––––––––––– COVID-19 Outbreak Declared on Sydenham 3 at Providence Manor Providence Care has declared a COVID-19 outbreak on Sydenham 3, a resident home area at Providence Manor,...

News Release Date: July 13, 2022 –––––––––––––––––––––––– COVID-19 Outbreak Declared on Parkside 2 Pods A and B at Providence Care Hospital Providence Care declared a COVID-19 outbreak on Parkside 2 Pods A and B, two 10-bed sections...

A COVID-19 outbreak declared on Lakeview 2 Pod A, a 10-bed section of a 30-bed inpatient unit at Providence Care Hospital, is now over. The outbreak was originally declared on June 30, after four patients tested positive for the virus. All Lakeview 2 Pod A patients were placed on...

Date: March 27, 2022 COVID-19 Outbreak on Parkside 2 at Providence Care Hospital Declared Over A COVID-19 outbreak declared on Parkside 2, an inpatient unit at Providence Care Hospital, is now over. The outbreak was initially declared on Mar. 8, after four patients tested positive for...

With the provincial government planning to end all pandemic requirements in public settings by the end of April, COVID-19 protective measures will remain in place at all Providence Care sites until further notice. While keeping our current safety measures in place is largely consistent...

Date: March 8, 2022 COVID-19 Outbreak Declared on Parkside 2 at Providence Care Hospital   Providence Care has declared a COVID-19 outbreak on Parkside 2, an inpatient unit at Providence Care Hospital, after four patients tested positive for the virus. The unit is under...

Date: December 14, 2021 Parkside 0 COVID-19 Watch at Providence Care Hospital Declared Over A COVID-19 watch declared on Parkside 0, an inpatient unit at Providence Care Hospital, is now over. The watch was declared on Dec. 4, after a staff member tested positive for...

Date: December 11, 2021 Heritage 1 COVID-19 Watch at Providence Care Hospital Declared Over A COVID-19 watch declared on Heritage 1, an inpatient unit at Providence Care Hospital, is now over. The watch was declared on Dec. 2, after a staff member tested positive for...