Ottawa Valley Ontario Health Team
@ottawavalleyoht.bsky.social
The Ottawa Valley OHT represents a partnership of more than 50 health and social service providers who plan and work together to provide coordinated services and support to meet the health needs of those in our region.
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🚨 MYTH vs. FACT: Let’s Set the Record Straight About Naloxone! 🚨
#DYK: Naloxone is safe to administer and has no effect if the person isn’t overdosing? It’s a lifesaver, even if you’re not sure!
More info at: www.rcdhu.com/.../needle-e...
#DYK: Naloxone is safe to administer and has no effect if the person isn’t overdosing? It’s a lifesaver, even if you’re not sure!
More info at: www.rcdhu.com/.../needle-e...
July 14, 2025 at 11:14 PM
🚨 MYTH vs. FACT: Let’s Set the Record Straight About Naloxone! 🚨
#DYK: Naloxone is safe to administer and has no effect if the person isn’t overdosing? It’s a lifesaver, even if you’re not sure!
More info at: www.rcdhu.com/.../needle-e...
#DYK: Naloxone is safe to administer and has no effect if the person isn’t overdosing? It’s a lifesaver, even if you’re not sure!
More info at: www.rcdhu.com/.../needle-e...
Discover local home and community care services for older adults with Ottawa Valley Health Connect.
June 30, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Discover local home and community care services for older adults with Ottawa Valley Health Connect.
✨At OVOHT, you are always valued, recognized, and celebrated.✨
We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and affirming the diverse identities that make up our team and community. Your presence matters, your voice is vital, and your identity is respected — always.
We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and affirming the diverse identities that make up our team and community. Your presence matters, your voice is vital, and your identity is respected — always.
June 25, 2025 at 1:56 PM
✨At OVOHT, you are always valued, recognized, and celebrated.✨
We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and affirming the diverse identities that make up our team and community. Your presence matters, your voice is vital, and your identity is respected — always.
We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and affirming the diverse identities that make up our team and community. Your presence matters, your voice is vital, and your identity is respected — always.
Need support with daily living? Ottawa Valley Health Connect links adults in your community to local programs and services that help you stay independent and well.
June 23, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Need support with daily living? Ottawa Valley Health Connect links adults in your community to local programs and services that help you stay independent and well.
🧡🌞Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day 🌞🧡
On the longest day of the year, we take a moment to reflect, celebrate, and uplift the diverse cultures, deep traditions, and enduring contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada.
On the longest day of the year, we take a moment to reflect, celebrate, and uplift the diverse cultures, deep traditions, and enduring contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada.
June 21, 2025 at 1:40 PM
🧡🌞Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day 🌞🧡
On the longest day of the year, we take a moment to reflect, celebrate, and uplift the diverse cultures, deep traditions, and enduring contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada.
On the longest day of the year, we take a moment to reflect, celebrate, and uplift the diverse cultures, deep traditions, and enduring contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada.
We're helping connect communities across the Ottawa Valley with local organizations that offer over 190 home and community care services for older adults.
June 16, 2025 at 3:53 PM
We're helping connect communities across the Ottawa Valley with local organizations that offer over 190 home and community care services for older adults.
Looking for support to stay healthy, active, and independent? Ottawa Valley Health Connect connects you to local programs and services that fit your needs.
June 10, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Looking for support to stay healthy, active, and independent? Ottawa Valley Health Connect connects you to local programs and services that fit your needs.
We're helping connect communities across the Ottawa Valley with local organizations that offer over 190 home and community care services for older adults.
June 2, 2025 at 4:01 PM
We're helping connect communities across the Ottawa Valley with local organizations that offer over 190 home and community care services for older adults.
We all experience ups and downs in our mental health, and each person’s mental health is affected by unique situations and experiences.
Mental Health Week 2025: Unmasking Mental Health
This May 5-11, we're encouraging people across Canada to look beyond the surface and see the whole person. Join us.
mentalhealthweek.ca
May 10, 2025 at 3:02 PM
We all experience ups and downs in our mental health, and each person’s mental health is affected by unique situations and experiences.
Almost 1 in 5 Canadians who needed mental health support didn’t reach out because they were uncomfortable talking about their struggles.
Speaking up, seeking help, and supporting others saves lives. 💚
Join me in #UnmaskingMentalHealth this #MentalHealthWeek
Learn more at mentalhealthweek.ca
Speaking up, seeking help, and supporting others saves lives. 💚
Join me in #UnmaskingMentalHealth this #MentalHealthWeek
Learn more at mentalhealthweek.ca
May 9, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Almost 1 in 5 Canadians who needed mental health support didn’t reach out because they were uncomfortable talking about their struggles.
Speaking up, seeking help, and supporting others saves lives. 💚
Join me in #UnmaskingMentalHealth this #MentalHealthWeek
Learn more at mentalhealthweek.ca
Speaking up, seeking help, and supporting others saves lives. 💚
Join me in #UnmaskingMentalHealth this #MentalHealthWeek
Learn more at mentalhealthweek.ca
Many of us hide our struggles—at work, online, even with loved ones. But constant masking can be draining and isolating.
This #MentalHealthWeek, let’s start the conversation about #UnmaskingMentalHealth and breaking down stigma.
📢 Join us and Learn more at mentalhealthweek.ca
This #MentalHealthWeek, let’s start the conversation about #UnmaskingMentalHealth and breaking down stigma.
📢 Join us and Learn more at mentalhealthweek.ca
May 7, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Many of us hide our struggles—at work, online, even with loved ones. But constant masking can be draining and isolating.
This #MentalHealthWeek, let’s start the conversation about #UnmaskingMentalHealth and breaking down stigma.
📢 Join us and Learn more at mentalhealthweek.ca
This #MentalHealthWeek, let’s start the conversation about #UnmaskingMentalHealth and breaking down stigma.
📢 Join us and Learn more at mentalhealthweek.ca
We are #UnmaskingMentalHealth by no longer hiding or apologizing for:
Taking a mental health day
Saying no when I need to
Sharing my emotions
Setting boundaries
Prioritizing my well-being
This #MentalHealthWeek, we choose to be real. No more masks. No more stigma.
Learn more at mentalhealthweek.ca
Taking a mental health day
Saying no when I need to
Sharing my emotions
Setting boundaries
Prioritizing my well-being
This #MentalHealthWeek, we choose to be real. No more masks. No more stigma.
Learn more at mentalhealthweek.ca
May 5, 2025 at 5:27 PM
We are #UnmaskingMentalHealth by no longer hiding or apologizing for:
Taking a mental health day
Saying no when I need to
Sharing my emotions
Setting boundaries
Prioritizing my well-being
This #MentalHealthWeek, we choose to be real. No more masks. No more stigma.
Learn more at mentalhealthweek.ca
Taking a mental health day
Saying no when I need to
Sharing my emotions
Setting boundaries
Prioritizing my well-being
This #MentalHealthWeek, we choose to be real. No more masks. No more stigma.
Learn more at mentalhealthweek.ca
Congratulations to Dr. Delcan Rowan, founding member of our OVOHT and past Co-Chair of our Steering Committee, on his new role as Chief of Staff at PRH! His clinical expertise is matched by his strength in leadership and collaboration.
www.pembrokeobserver.com/news/pembrok...
www.pembrokeobserver.com/news/pembrok...
Pembroke Regional Hospital names Dr. Declan Rowan new chief of staff
The Pembroke Regional Hospital board has announced the appointment of Dr. Declan Rowan as the PRH's new chief of staff effective July 1.
www.pembrokeobserver.com
April 24, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Delcan Rowan, founding member of our OVOHT and past Co-Chair of our Steering Committee, on his new role as Chief of Staff at PRH! His clinical expertise is matched by his strength in leadership and collaboration.
www.pembrokeobserver.com/news/pembrok...
www.pembrokeobserver.com/news/pembrok...
🚨Event Alert!🚨
A stroke education session is happening on Thursday, April 24th (tomorrow), in Pembroke.
Details to register are below.
A stroke education session is happening on Thursday, April 24th (tomorrow), in Pembroke.
Details to register are below.
April 23, 2025 at 7:33 PM
🚨Event Alert!🚨
A stroke education session is happening on Thursday, April 24th (tomorrow), in Pembroke.
Details to register are below.
A stroke education session is happening on Thursday, April 24th (tomorrow), in Pembroke.
Details to register are below.
Great news about Epic and MyChart coming to the Ottawa Valley. www.insideottawavalley.com/news/patient...
Patient-centred care, ‘wholesome vision’ of health at the forefront of new health information system coming to Renfrew County hospitals
Alice Grenon, who was a caregiver for her sister, echoed the importance of having all of health-care information accessible. “I really like that wholesome vision,” she said.
www.insideottawavalley.com
April 23, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Great news about Epic and MyChart coming to the Ottawa Valley. www.insideottawavalley.com/news/patient...
The Renfrew County and District Drug Strategy is built on the pillars of prevention, treatment, harm reduction, and community safety in order to address the complex issues of substance use.
April 22, 2025 at 4:33 PM
The Renfrew County and District Drug Strategy is built on the pillars of prevention, treatment, harm reduction, and community safety in order to address the complex issues of substance use.
We are proud of the community collaboration that has resulted in the Renfrew County and District Drug Strategy. Thank you to all of our Partners who brought insight and empathy to create a path to reduce substance use related harms.
To learn more about the strategy, please visit: www.rcdhu.com/rcdds
To learn more about the strategy, please visit: www.rcdhu.com/rcdds
April 11, 2025 at 1:45 PM
We are proud of the community collaboration that has resulted in the Renfrew County and District Drug Strategy. Thank you to all of our Partners who brought insight and empathy to create a path to reduce substance use related harms.
To learn more about the strategy, please visit: www.rcdhu.com/rcdds
To learn more about the strategy, please visit: www.rcdhu.com/rcdds
The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County is running two four-week "Daisy Cafe around the counties" social outings for caregivers & persons living with dementia in Arnprior, Pembroke & Deep River, between April 25 & June 13th.
Find more info and register here: conta.cc/4j1nzEQ
Find more info and register here: conta.cc/4j1nzEQ
Daisy Café Around the Counties - The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County
Daisy Café is a social initiative for individuals with early to moderate dementia, meeting every Friday for two hours of enriching activities like live music, bowling, and museum visits in Arnprior, P...
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April 8, 2025 at 4:39 PM
The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County is running two four-week "Daisy Cafe around the counties" social outings for caregivers & persons living with dementia in Arnprior, Pembroke & Deep River, between April 25 & June 13th.
Find more info and register here: conta.cc/4j1nzEQ
Find more info and register here: conta.cc/4j1nzEQ
We are delighted to invite you and your colleagues to the OVOHT Aging in Place Forum: Building a Collaborative Vision on May 15, 2025.
Click on this link to find out more information: conta.cc/4j3oT9S
Click on this link to find out more information: conta.cc/4j3oT9S
April 4, 2025 at 8:01 PM
We are delighted to invite you and your colleagues to the OVOHT Aging in Place Forum: Building a Collaborative Vision on May 15, 2025.
Click on this link to find out more information: conta.cc/4j3oT9S
Click on this link to find out more information: conta.cc/4j3oT9S
Check out this list of the many support groups, courses and helpful resources for caregivers in our community.
Full list here: conta.cc/4leUQhx
Full list here: conta.cc/4leUQhx
April 3, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Check out this list of the many support groups, courses and helpful resources for caregivers in our community.
Full list here: conta.cc/4leUQhx
Full list here: conta.cc/4leUQhx
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The Ottawa Valley Ontario Health Team congratulates Suzanne Madore on her appointment as CEO of Renfrew Victoria Hospital and St. Francis Memorial Hospital! 🎉
We look forward to working together to enhance care across the region. Welcome, Suzanne! 👏
#OVOHT #HealthcareLeadership
The Ottawa Valley Ontario Health Team congratulates Suzanne Madore on her appointment as CEO of Renfrew Victoria Hospital and St. Francis Memorial Hospital! 🎉
We look forward to working together to enhance care across the region. Welcome, Suzanne! 👏
#OVOHT #HealthcareLeadership
March 14, 2025 at 3:59 PM
📢
The Ottawa Valley Ontario Health Team congratulates Suzanne Madore on her appointment as CEO of Renfrew Victoria Hospital and St. Francis Memorial Hospital! 🎉
We look forward to working together to enhance care across the region. Welcome, Suzanne! 👏
#OVOHT #HealthcareLeadership
The Ottawa Valley Ontario Health Team congratulates Suzanne Madore on her appointment as CEO of Renfrew Victoria Hospital and St. Francis Memorial Hospital! 🎉
We look forward to working together to enhance care across the region. Welcome, Suzanne! 👏
#OVOHT #HealthcareLeadership
We all have a story.🌟By sharing, we break stigma. Whether it’s about a person or business who made a difference, a program or service, or a community coming together, speak up today. To share your story email: info@ovoht.ca #BreakTheStigma #EndTheSilence #RCDDS
March 14, 2025 at 1:13 PM
We all have a story.🌟By sharing, we break stigma. Whether it’s about a person or business who made a difference, a program or service, or a community coming together, speak up today. To share your story email: info@ovoht.ca #BreakTheStigma #EndTheSilence #RCDDS
Break the Silence!🌟By sharing our stories, we break down stigma & show others they're not alone.
To share your story of substance use, wellness, recovery or support, email: info@ovoht.ca
#EndTheSilence #RCDDS
To share your story of substance use, wellness, recovery or support, email: info@ovoht.ca
#EndTheSilence #RCDDS
March 3, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Break the Silence!🌟By sharing our stories, we break down stigma & show others they're not alone.
To share your story of substance use, wellness, recovery or support, email: info@ovoht.ca
#EndTheSilence #RCDDS
To share your story of substance use, wellness, recovery or support, email: info@ovoht.ca
#EndTheSilence #RCDDS
This #BlackHistoryMonth, we recognize Dr. Miriam Rossi for her remarkable contributions to healthcare and the empowerment of Black physicians in Canada.
An emeritus professor of pediatrics at the University of Toronto, she is also a founding member of the Black Physicians' Association of Ontario.
An emeritus professor of pediatrics at the University of Toronto, she is also a founding member of the Black Physicians' Association of Ontario.
February 24, 2025 at 3:01 PM
This #BlackHistoryMonth, we recognize Dr. Miriam Rossi for her remarkable contributions to healthcare and the empowerment of Black physicians in Canada.
An emeritus professor of pediatrics at the University of Toronto, she is also a founding member of the Black Physicians' Association of Ontario.
An emeritus professor of pediatrics at the University of Toronto, she is also a founding member of the Black Physicians' Association of Ontario.