This #InvisibleDisabilitiesWeek, we're spotlighting the hidden challenges of 40M women in the U.S. and Canada battling autoimmune conditions. Invisible symptoms include: ➡️ Chronic fatigue ➡️ Joint pain ➡️ Brain fog ➡️ Abdominal discomfort ➡️ Depression/anxiety Invisible Disabilities Association

💖 Today we are celebrating Alberta Health Care Aide Day! Did you know HCAs provide the majority of direct care in the continuing care sector, increasingly work in other parts of the health system, and make up the second largest group of health workers in Alberta? #ABHCAday

It was a day filled with great presentations and knowledge-sharing about 𝐎𝐇𝐒 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬. Thank you ALIGN for organizing this impactful event. #childrenandfamily #ohs #align #alberta

November is slips, trips, and falls prevention month, and there are some simple steps you can take to help protect yourself and others: continuingcaresafety.ca/resources/nove… #slips #SafetyFirst #SafetyTips

It’s #WorldChildrensDay. Every child deserves a long and healthy life and that includes a right to: 🩺 Health 🍴 Nutritious food to eat 🌳 Safe, clean and secure environments ✏️ Education and early learning 🧸 Protection from harm #HealthForAll

International Campaign for the Elimination of Violence against Women | Nov 25 - Dec 10, 2023 un.org/en/observances… #NoExcuse

📷December - Holiday Safety Month! It’s the most wonderful time of the year… But it’s also the most hazardous season, especially for workers! continuingcaresafety.ca/resources/dece… #HolidaySafety #holidayhazard #injuries

On this #NationalDayOfRemembrance, let's remember, reflect, and take action against #GBV. Wear a white ribbon, observe a moment of silence, and join the conversation during #16Days. bit.ly/4a95CA9 #December6

#Violence and #harassment cannot be tolerated in the workplace. CCSA stands beside continuing care professionals, ensuring they have the tools, resources, and training needed to maintain a safe and compliant workplace: continuingcaresafety.ca/resources/janu…

What happens on Feb 13 for #WearRedCanada? Here are some ways you can participate: ➡️Wear RED and post your pics with #HerHeartMatters & #WearRedCanada ➡️Register for the WRC Movement Challenge: bit.ly/WRCMvmtChall ➡️Plan or attend an event: wearredcanada.ca/upcoming-events

It's Bell Let's Talk Day! Being there for your loved ones helps create real change in mental health. What action will you take today to support someone close to you? #BellLetsTalk

February - Musculoskeletal Injury #preventMSI / Repetitive Strain Injury #preventRSI Awareness Month. MSIs and RSIs are the most common types of injuries in continuing care and can be caused by resident handling and manual materials handling activities: continuingcaresafety.ca/resource-libra…

Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Awareness Day is February 29th (February 28th in non-leap years). As the only "non-repetitive" day of the year, it’s the ideal date to devote to raising awareness of repetitive strain injuries: continuingcaresafety.ca/musculoskeleta… #PreventRSI #PreventMSI

🎉 𝐈𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐂𝐒𝐀'𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠! Our team looks forward to seeing CCSA's members attending this year's meeting, scheduled for April 10th, 2024: continuingcaresafety.ca/event/2024-ccs…

We’re getting ready for Poison Prevention Week, March 17 to 23. Find useful resources and learn how you can get involved: parachute.ca/poisonpreventi… #EmpowerPoisonPrevention #NPPW2024

🗓️ Friendly reminder: Our Digital Carnation Pinning is tomorrow! Spread awareness for the over 90,000 Canadians living with #MS by sharing our #MSAwarenessMonth graphic on social media. Get the graphic: bit.ly/3y1AjIU Don’t forget to use #TakeActionForMS and tag us!

Happy #SeniorsMonth! Watch as residents and team members send best wishes and gratitude to seniors everywhere! Join us as we celebrate seniors today and always!

Nominate a Health Care Aide/ Nursing Attendant/ Personal Care Worker and recognize their efforts in building an exceptional Health&Safety Culture within your organization: forms.office.com/r/gAX3NL2dDH Give them a chance to win an all-expense paid trip to the "Hearts&Hands Conference"!

Celebrate Safely This Holiday Season: "Stay Mindful, Stay Prepared". Check out CCSA Safety Segments - December Edition: continuingcaresafety.ca/resources/dece… #holidaysafety #ccsasafetysegments

Do you know the early signs of a possible repetitive strain injury? •Pain •Joint stiffness •Muscle tightness •Redness or swelling •Numbness •“Pins and needles” sensation Report symptoms right away before it gets worse. ow.ly/Y1pH50V5PyF #RSIDay