CBI Health Group
1929 Russell Road, Suite 114 K1G 4G3 Ottawa, ON, Canada

At CBI Health, we foster a strong sense of connection with our clients, building genuine relationships through thoughtful and accessible treatments. Our clinics from coast-to-coast are hiring Occupational Therapists to help clients regain the skills, confidence, and mindset they need to overcome physical and mental issues. Interested in learning more about our openings and what it’s like to work for us? https://jobbio.com/cbi-health-group-1

We’re excited to announce that one of our community-based healthcare programs has been recognized in multiple categories of the Priority Health Innovation Challenge, led by the Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement (CFHI). With so many caregivers experiencing emotional distress and uncertainty, Care for the Caregiver aims to support these individuals with mental wellness resources and regular check-ins with healthcare professionals, to ensure they feel heard, valued and connected. The program is designed for all essential family caregivers, whether they are caring for children, seniors, or any family member or friend. We’re grateful for the opportunity to showcase this program, and honoured to receive these innovation awards!

Meet Amanda Hachey, a speech language pathologist in Calgary, AB, as she looks back on a stand-out moment in her career so far. She shares a memory of a time when she strongly advocated for her client, helping him to receive access to valuable resources and tools that made it easier for him to communicate with those around him. Watch her story: https://youtu.be/rLssF4_S-QQ #SpeechTherapy #SpeechLanguagePathologist

This #FallPreventionMonth, there are simple actions we can take to lower our risk of injury and remain safe and comfortable at home. As we get older, the risk of falls increases but thankfully, because we know what contributes to falls, we can help prevent them. Here is a checklist to help you evaluate your home for potential tripping and falling hazards: https://www.cbi.ca/-/how-to-reduce-tripping-and-falling-haz

Diabetes increases the risk for many types of health complications, but the effects can be reduced with proper management and monitoring from caregivers. We offer programs and services to support Canadians who are dealing with #diabetes, and our nurses and therapists can help them through various means, from support programs to health monitoring. Today on #WorldDiabetesDay, we are celebrating our professional staff across the country who are helping people manage and cope with their diabetes. We truly appreciate all the hard work you are doing to make sure our clients continue to receive safe care.

With many Canadians unable to say goodbye to their loved ones due to COVID-19 restrictions, many people have not had the chance to visit their families and have a proper funeral or celebration of life. We warmly invite everyone to the #SayingGoodbye Concert, hosted by the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association an online concert and a collective coming together to support Canadians who have lost loved ones during the pandemic. Join us on November 15th at 7pm for a heartfelt night of music to honour those who are experiencing grief in this time. Learn more and watch the concert here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bppPNIvrxZw

Were excited to announce that one of our community-based healthcare initiatives has moved to the final round of the i4 Launchpad competition, led by Alberta Health Services. With 1.4 million Canadian seniors saying they feel lonely, Lean on Me aims to connect lonely seniors and combat social isolation in vulnerable communities. Were looking forward to the final round!

We asked Zareen, one of our speech-language pathologists, to talk about a memorable moment she had while supporting a client. She told us an endearing story of helping a young client speak his first words and the reward of being able to bring a family closer together. #SpeechTherapy #SLP #Learning

In the past six months, providing flexible care has taken on new meaning for both our clients and staff. When an unexpected obstacle disrupted one of our physiotherapists ability to see clients in-person, she took the initiative in finding an alternative solution to provide continuity of care for her clients. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/connectedcare-flexible-care

With the end of summer, September usually brings a sense of excitement (and sometimes relief!) for those of us with kids. This year, that excitement is tempered somewhat by uncertainty and concern. While the road has been long, there are many things to be hopeful about. Read our CEOs message on the ways were continuing to be practical and prepared while remaining optimistic, and that starts with our dedication in supporting our staff at both work and home. https://www.cbi.ca/covid-19

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, a day that focuses on actions each of us can take to raise awareness of suicide and suicide prevention. This year has been particularly difficult for most, as the COVID Pandemic has affected our mental health in ways that we could not imagine. If you are in distress, please, don't be afraid to ask for help. Reach out to loved ones, or call your local distress centre or crisis organization. Never forget that you are not alone. https://bit.ly/32f9xL1

Were excited to share some of the important work the University of Toronto Occupational Therapy graduating class has been able to take part in during their virtual placement at CBI Health. In their final fieldwork, the students engaged in valuable learning opportunities and projects, providing both virtual and in-person occupational therapy support to our clients and community. https://youtu.be/FGloSR_9eIA

Meet Alyssa! As a licensed practical nurse, she tells us about a memorable moment with a client that made her understand the full scope of what she does. In her time as a caregiver, shes learned that she experiences the most joy when shes able to form a deeper human connection with her clients. Watch Alyssas story: https://youtu.be/3e5N4h58Vrc

CBI Health is providing integrated #healthcare for our clients and making adjustments accordingly as their needs change over time. In this Connected Care Story, our team provided a combination of #VirtualCare and in-person care to help a client make strides in her recovery journey. From learning pain-relieving exercises to cooking meals comfortably, she felt empowered to pick up her role as a pharmacist and as a mother to her children again. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/connectedcare-mva-integrated-care

One of our client services managers, Ginette, shares an impactful story where her team supported a client after he suffered a stroke. Session by session, his speech language pathologist worked with him to regain his ability to communicate his thoughts and feelings, helping him to re-establish meaningful connections with his family at home. Watch Ginettes story: https://youtu.be/nc42EQOdmn4

Being able to complete treatment virtually is making all the difference for our clients receiving care at home. In this Connected Care Story, our team delivered an accessible, flexible care program to one of our clients, a breast cancer survivor who was left feeling exhausted from her radiation and chemotherapy. With a longing to return to work and her family life, our team worked with her to rebuild her stamina and introduced her to an online group program to complete exercises together. As she moved through the program, she regained strength to spend time with her grandchildren again, and is now excited to be working with her healthcare team on a return to work plan. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/connectedcare-breast-cancer-recovery

Were thrilled to share that two of our innovative healthcare initiatives have moved to the semi-finalist round in i4 Launchpad, a competition led by Alberta Health Services that showcases exceptional ideas tackling current healthcare challenges. Our team has been continually refining these community-based initiatives to keep them current and tailored for Canadians. Were excited to be participating in this program and for the chance to showcase the hard work from our team.

We spoke with Miranda, a Health Care Aide in Calgary, and asked her to tell us about a memorable moment supporting a client. She told us about how her first client taught her patience, compassion, and how being a caregiver is more than just a job. Watch Miranda's story: https://youtu.be/Xlm9l9nZVPw

CBI Health is providing virtual care for clients of all ages, including college students. After sustaining a sports-related shoulder injury, one of our client's active lifestyle was brought to an abrupt halt. He was referred to CBI Health for post-operative physiotherapy, and our team designed a treatment plan that was flexible to his needs and his doctor's recommendations. The team helped him make a full recovery, and hes excited to get back to the sports he enjoys and will be returning to school virtually in the fall. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/en/connectedcare-collegesportsinjury

Meet Kathleen, a Home Health leader who sat down and told us about a client in a vulnerable situation, and how our team was able to work with the local community to provide her much-needed support. Uncovering stories like these make us proud to provide care to our clients across Canada and truly shows the heart of what we do. Watch Kathleens story: https://youtu.be/enjYY1yjMvg

CBI Health continues to support clients across Canada throughout the pandemic, when and where they need it most. A new client was referred to us after suffering from anxiety after a car accident, which increased even more after experiencing social isolation when the pandemic hit. After transitioning from in-person treatment to virtual care, our team worked with her to navigate her feelings, encouraging her to write down her thoughts in between sessions. This acted as a new creative lens for her to express herself in a meaningful way and enabled her to better manage her anxiety. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/en/connected-covidpoem

We asked our colleagues across the country to share their stories about how our team helps clients reach their health and wellness goals, and what we received was much more than simple success stories. We uncovered memorable moments shared with clients that truly show the heart of what we do. We heard from people like Veronica, one of our incredible personal support workers, who assisted a client and stayed by her side in an important time of need. Watch Veronicas story: https://youtu.be/pk9H7hElAbg

CBI Health is ensuring continuity of care for clients that started treatment before the pandemic, and providing remote solutions to fit their needs. This is the story of how our team helped a client to manage her osteoarthritis, along with anxiety and depression that she had been experiencing for an extended period of time. They enabled her to continue her treatment program at home via telehealth, and introduced her to relaxation techniques to support her mental well-being, including breath control and mindfulness. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/connectedcare-osteoarthritis

With the pandemic limiting access to in-person medical care, individuals across Canada continue to turn to CBI Health for remote care support. When a new client was involved in an accident that left her with a concussion, the incident created significant challenges for her at home and impacted her ability to continue working. From supporting her virtually, to guiding her through strengthening exercises and relaxation strategies, to connecting with her employer on work modifications, our team assisted the client in making a safe recovery at home and returning to work. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/connectedcare-mva

Health and safety has always been a top priority for CBI Health, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only reinforced that strategy. More communities in Canada are slowly lifting restrictions, but we will continue to keep a relentless focus on keeping our clients and staff safe. Read our CEOs message about our disciplined approach to re-opening more clinics across the country, and the policies and procedures we have put in place. https://www.cbi.ca/covid-19

In times of change and uncertainty, its absolutely essential to unplug and take time for ourselves. Breaking up the day with moments for ourselves, even for just a few minutes, not only helps to reduce stress, but gives us the time we need to genuinely rest and practice greater self-compassion. Here are 6 things you can start incorporating into your day that will give you a break from your screen and leave you feeling recharged. https://www.cbi.ca/-/6-ways-to-unplug-recharge-and-take-tim #InternationalSelfCareDay #SelfCareDay #SelfCare #iselfcare

Were thrilled to introduce some of our new Occupational Therapy students! Students from the Occupational Therapy graduating classes of 2020 at University of Toronto, Queen's University, McMaster University and uOttawa have joined our virtual placement program. Were looking forward to providing engaging learning opportunities that will empower this dynamic group of students as they enter into the work force as occupational therapists.

Virtual care has allowed our team at CBI Health to not only assess physical injuries while clients are at home, but also address deeper concerns and help to re-instill confidence back into our clients lives. In this Connected Care Story, our team assisted a client in recovering from pain sustained after a car accident, and learning how to mentally pick herself up afterwards. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca//connectedcare-caregiver-lower-back-pain

As provinces begin easing pandemic restrictions, many Canadians have been going outside to get sunshine and exercise. Exercise is vital for good health, but you also need to make sure youre drinking water while youre in the sun. Adults need to drink more than eight glasses of water per day, so bring a bottle of water with you and drink plenty more at home to avoid dehydration and prevent heatstroke.

Virtual care continues to be an effective channel for our clients to safely receive physiotherapy services from the comfort of home. This Connected Care Story features a client who experienced intense pain in her wrist, eventually leaving her with no choice but to stop the hobbies and active lifestyle she enjoyed. After connecting with our team, she was able to begin virtual rehabilitation and learned helpful strengthening exercises to ease her symptoms. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/en/connectedcare-wrist-pain

For the past eight weeks, CBI Health has provided virtual, practical work experience to the entire Occupational Therapy graduating class of 2020 at Western University. Among the numerous exciting projects theyve been working on with our team, were happy to share a video produced by these outstanding students, showcasing the creative and meaningful ways in which theyve learned to adapt and empower occupational opportunities during their virtual placement. https://youtu.be/cXQrgaMK1t8

Were thankful to receive kind words like these that uplift our caregivers and recognize the important work they do to support our clients in the moments they need it the most.

CBI Health is always committed to being there for our clients, when and where they need us most. In this Connected Care Story, our team in Kingston, Ontario quickly rallied to adapt and took all the necessary measures to ensure their clients felt safe and could continue treatment when the city experienced a COVID-19 outbreak. Read the story: www.cbi.ca/connectedcare-kingston-outbreak

Weve seen our team do incredible work together to best serve our clients. When the family of a client shared this message with us, we were filled with appreciation for each and every one of our dedicated staff who support our clients.

CBI Health is a proudly Canadian company. For Canada Day 2020, we reflect on our countrys response to the COVID-19 pandemic and our future with a distinctly humble sense of Canadian pride and optimism. The pandemic has affected every one of us. It has become a generationally defining period in our history and we are only at the beginning of this story. However, it has been heartening to see how the Canadian people have responded to this crisis. From coast to coast, there ...have been countless heartwarming stories of kindness, of neighbours helping neighbours, and a vast outpouring of support and love for frontline workers of all types. This is a defining moment for the world, for our country, and for each one of us. We should all appreciate the contribution our sacrifices have made to the greater good, and not let our commitment fade as we enter into a new phase. On Canada Day, and all days, we are proud to be Canadian. Read the full message from our CEO: http://ow.ly/ulEb30qV5Hb #CanadaDay #CanadaDay2020 #CanadaStrong

CBI Health is using virtual care/telehealth to continue delivering effective treatment to clients in the wake of the pandemic. In this Connected Care Story, a client who experienced a traumatic event was referred to our team. The client was a healthy young man who worked as a courier. He was about halfway through his route deliveries one day, when he was held up at gunpoint. The incident traumatized him and left him with distressing psychological symptoms. Through specialized therapy, the client and his healthcare team worked together to identify and confront his triggers. Read the story: https://www.cbi.ca/connectedcare-courier-distress