Download Local 43's May 2013 News Bulletin here - ONA Local 43
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What’s Happening inthe Homes SectorThe new long-term care legislationand resultant regulation changes,which includes additionalMinistry of Health and Long-TermCare (MOHLTC) oversight, haveincreased the challenges for ourmembers at both Burton Manorand Extendicare Brampton.<strong>ONA</strong> Leaders and <strong>ONA</strong> staff atboth homes have been monitoringthe situation and grievances havebeen filed at Extendicare Bramptonas the home is, in some cases, notmeeting the commitment of 24/7staffing with registered nurses.At Burton Manor, our membersare facing many challenges dealingwith Influenza B outbreaks, andthe employer’s response has beenproblematic. Our leaders and <strong>ONA</strong>staff are in discussions to resolvethis matter.The resident population continuesto evolve in both homes, with anincrease in those residents requiringmore nursing care and assessmentdue to the complexity of medicaland cognitive needs. Monitoring ofthese situations will continue as weall advocate for our elderly.<strong>ONA</strong> members at both homesare encouraged to contact theirBargaining Unit Presidents with anyquestions or concerns they may have.Nursing Week is being celebratedfrom <strong>May</strong> 6-12 and activities arebeing planned at both nursing homes.Further details will be posted onmembership information sites.Our New Office: Drop By for a Visit!<strong>Local</strong> <strong>43</strong> has a new home. Please feel free to visit if you need assistance orwould like to meet your <strong>Local</strong> <strong>43</strong> representatives. Call us in advance. We’reright near Brampton Civic Hospital, across from Entrance A.Mailing Address:900 Peter Robertson Boulevard, Unit 13Brampton, Ontario L6R 1A2Phone:Currently being set up.BRAMALEA RD<strong>Local</strong> <strong>43</strong> OfficeWe’re Online: local<strong>43</strong>.ona.org<strong>Local</strong> <strong>43</strong> has its own website,w<strong>here</strong> you can read all thepertinent information aboutour <strong>Local</strong>. Check often soyou can stay up to date onall the latest information.BramptonCivicHospitalBOVAIRD DR EEmail address:local0<strong>43</strong>@ona.orgWebsite:local<strong>43</strong>.ona.orgHave You Triedto Reach Us?If you are waiting for aresponse to messagessubmitted to ourformer voicemail lineat #56589 or our oldmailing address, youwill need to contactus again.General mail shouldbe sent to <strong>ONA</strong> <strong>Local</strong><strong>43</strong>’s dedicated mailbox in the mailroom at Brampton Civic Hospital. Youcan also email Trustee Lynda Rath, RN, at local0<strong>43</strong>@ona.org.<strong>Local</strong> <strong>43</strong>’s new telephone is currently being set up. The new phonenumber will be posted on our website once it is in operation.Please discard all old contact information to ensure your regular mail,emails and voicemails are received!Save the Date!The next <strong>Local</strong> <strong>43</strong> general meeting is scheduled for Tuesday,June 18 at 8 p.m. at Pearson Convention Centre, 2638 SteelesAve. E., Brampton. Watch our website for updates.Registration begins at 7:30 p.m.Please make sure you bring your <strong>ONA</strong> ID card!4 <strong>Local</strong> <strong>43</strong> <strong>News</strong> <strong>Bulletin</strong>, <strong>May</strong> <strong>2013</strong>
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