New Regulations for PSW Jobs in Long-Term Care Facilities

PSW jobs in long-term care facilities comprise more than half of the total home support worker jobs in Ontario. That’s approximately 57% of Personal Support Workers in Ontario.  As you know, Personal Support Worker has not regulated health professions or medical…

The Expanded Role of Personal Support Workers

The demand for Personal Support Workers is at an all-time high.  In addition, the role of PSWs has expanded to include care activities previously performed by Registered Healthcare Professionals (RHPs). As a result of this expanded role, many new employment…

Tips for Being an Effective Long-Distance Caregiver

When you’re heading up a caregiver group for a senior loved one long-distance, coordinating efforts can be a challenge. In order to make sure all their needs are being met, you’ll need organization and effective communication. You can boost your…

All You Need to Know About Working Alongside Nurses

Unregulated care providers (UCPs) refer to a group of healthcare providers who are held accountable to their employers only and not to an external professional body such as traditional healthcare providers (i.e. nurses, doctors, etc.). This can include personal care…

Is Becoming a Personal Support Worker Right for You?

Taking the Personal Support Worker program at a college is one thing.  Working as a Personal Support Worker is entirely different.  It requires many qualities to succeed as a PSW.  Therefore, before you start looking for a college that offers a…

PSW Insurance and Companies that Offer such Insurance

Let’s assume, you don’t have PSW insurance. While caring for an elderly patient, you are asked to prepare a small lunch. However, after the meal, you accidentally leave the stove on causing a large grease fire in the kitchen. The…