WHAT IS A FAMILY COUNCIL?
A family council or Relatives and Friends Council -is a group of committed families and friends working together to improve the quality of life of nursing home residents. Many voices are stronger than one. An effective way to bring about positive change in a nursing home is to join with others who care about individual residents.
WHAT DO FAMILY COUNCILS DO?
Activities include:
Welcoming and supporting families.
Education and information.
Action on concerns and complaints.
Communication within the home.
Special activities for the residents.
Recognizing staff.
Connection to community resources.
Speaking out on public issues.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
Find out if a family council exists. If it does, JOIN IT. Become an ACTIVE member.
Medex Family Council
1865 Baseline RoadA family council or Relatives and Friends Council -is a group of committed families and friends working together to improve the quality of life of nursing home residents. Many voices are stronger than one. An effective way to bring about positive change in a nursing home is to join with others who care about individual residents.
WHAT DO FAMILY COUNCILS DO?
Activities include:
Welcoming and supporting families.
Education and information.
Action on concerns and complaints.
Communication within the home.
Special activities for the residents.
Recognizing staff.
Connection to community resources.
Speaking out on public issues.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
Find out if a family council exists. If it does, JOIN IT. Become an ACTIVE member.
Medex Family Council
Ottawa, ON
K2C 3K6
613-225-5650
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