We're looking forward to connecting with many of you on this evening's Facebook live session. Tune in at 8PM facebook.com/wearepracticalnurses
We continue to try to raise awareness among the public about the impact that COVID-19 is having on RPNs and other health professionals across the province. Check out this article about the toll on RPNs in home care that includes comments from WeRPN's CEO.
We are also pleased to share another offer of support from the province's accountants. The Ontario Chartered Professional Accountants are offering free tax support for health professionals for the 2019 tax year. Learn more here.
Registration Reminder: WeRPN Webinar Have you been feeling overwhelmed,
worried or stressed? You are not alone! We know nurses are facing immense pressure during COVID-19 and we are here to support you. Please consider joining a live and interactive webinar on Building Resilience, led by Julia Scott and Beth High. Spaces are filling up quickly, click on your preferred date below to register and secure your spot (please choose only one): Friday, April 24th at 11 am
We encourage RPNs looking for employment opportunities to sign up on all the platforms noted above.
Key Provincial Updates and Resources for Health Professionals Today, the Ontario Government announced additional support for vulnerable Ontarians including seniors and persons with disabilities. The province is investing $11 million to help deliver meals, medicines and other essentials to those in need and doubling the Guaranteed Annual Income System (GAINS) payments.
The Ministry has developed guidance for community
emergency evacuations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please share this guidance with any partners who may be involved in the potential evacuations of First Nations communities due to Spring flooding this year.
Key Federal Updates Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced $350 million to support vulnerable Canadians through charities and non-profit organizations that deliver essential services to those in need. For more information, we encourage you to visit theGovernment of Canada website.
Daily Reports As of 10:30AM today, Ontario reported 11,735 confirmed cases (increase of 551), 5,806 resolved cases, 622 deaths and 5,546 currently under
investigation with lab results pending.
The Ministry is now also reporting that 859 patients are hospitalized with COVID-19, 250 are in ICU and 194 are vented. To view these additional details: click here Click Hereto read the latest Ministry of Health Daily Report **Please note, these reports are intended for health
professionals only and we request that you not share this with the public.
World Health Organization Situation Reports are also available here
In the News For an interactive map tracking all cases across Canada and internationally, click here
Below are some key stories from today that may be of interest to our members:
We will continue to monitor this situation and keep you updated as more information becomes available. Thank you for the important work that you're doing and the sacrifices you're making to keep Ontarians safe. We appreciate everything that you're doing each and every day.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Tiff Blair at tblair@werpn.com
Sincerely,
WeRPN Team
WeRPN 5025 Orbitor Drive Building 5, Suite 200 Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Y5
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