Emma Saaltink is an occupational therapist on the Community Integration Program (CIP) Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. For the last three-years, she has been a member of the community treatment program that provides recovery-oriented rehabilitation and support-services for...

Seung-Hee Shon is a pharmacist at Providence Transitional Care Centre (PTCC) and plays a critical role in helping patients return  home safely. Seung-Hee is involved at various steps throughout the patient journey and works collaboratively with other health facilities, team members,...

Food is nourishment and nutritious foods, along with positive dining experiences, are key components of high-quality patient, client and resident care at Providence Care. Providence Care follows a philosophy called Meal Time Matters – which promotes a focus on quality food and...

Social workers and social service workers are an integral part of our health care teams across Providence Care. Social workers and social service workers are connecting with patients, clients, residents and their loved ones during some of the most challenging periods of their...

Providence Care is excited to announce that our Providence Manor redevelopment project is ramping up again after a necessary pause. The long-term care home redevelopment project was put on hold in February 2022 as pandemic-related inflation significantly affected the cost of...

Known across the world as Pink Shirt Day, staff, physicians, patients, clients, residents and volunteers across Providence Care sites showed their support on February 23 for the anti-bullying day. A longstanding tradition finally resumed at Providence Care after being put on hold...

In February, Therapeutic Recreation Awareness Month recognizes allied health care professionals who use leisure activities to promote the health, emotional well-being and to improve the quality of life of people living with a disability or who are chronically ill. At Providence...

Residents living with Dementia or Alzheimer’s at Providence Manor are piloting an innovative program to assist them with way-finding. This is part of a larger strategic direction to enhance the quality of life for those living with dementia, to ensure service is personalized and...

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...

A longstanding holiday tradition at Providence Manor looked a little different this year – in a great way! Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, residents would bundle up and enjoy a bus ride across the city to see the beautiful holiday lights and decorations. What’s better than heading...

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...

Michelle McTague stands in front of a small group of people at one of Providence Care’s community sites, located at 533 Montreal Street and speaks about her hopes for the upcoming launch of Providence Care’s Recovery College. “I want to use my lived experience with mental...

Every year on December 13 we take the time to honour the contribution of the four original Sisters of Providence who made the journey to Kingston. Responding to an invitation from the Bishop to care for the sick, the elderly, the orphaned and the imprisoned, the Sisters arrived by train...

Every year on December 13 we take the time to honour the contribution of the four original Sisters of Providence who made the journey to Kingston. Responding to an invitation from the Bishop to care for the sick, the elderly, the orphaned and the imprisoned, the Sisters arrived by train...

Providence Transitional Care Centre (PTCC) is celebrating one year of helping bridge the gap in healthcare in Southeastern Ontario. Located in the former St. Mary’s of the Lake Hospital at 340 Union Street, Providence Transitional Care Centre is a 64 bed facility providing...

Sometimes the smallest act of kindness can make the biggest difference. That was the sentiment at an end-of-summer program on a mental health unit located on the lower level of Providence Care Hospital in 2022. With Lake Ontario visible from their outdoor courtyard,...

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...