Please join us on Friday, July 26th 2:15-3:15 p.m. to Meet & Greet the RK MacDonald Nursing Home Artists Celebrating their Art Show 2019 at the People's Place Library - Main Street Rk Artists Rk Artists
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What’s New
Job Fair for CCA’s
Job Fairs on Thursday, May 2nd, 2019 from 6-7:30PM and Saturday May 4th, 2019 from 9-11AM.
Job Fairs – Seeking PCWs
Job Fairs at R.K. Macdonald Nursing Home on November 7th and 10th, 2018. Seeking PCWs who are wanting to work to become certified CCAs.
Pelly Sisters Combined for 125 years of Service
We would like to thank The Casket for covering the story on the Pelly Sisters. The trio has worked, combined, almost 125 years at the Antigonish facility. “We were only babies when we came,” Vicky said, with a laugh.
60th Anniversary at RK MacDonald
We would like to thank The Casket for covering our 60th Anniversary Celebration.
Voice For Care Magazine – Fall 2018
In a recent issue of Voice For Care Magazine, there was a lovely article done on the Storytelling Program:
Buddy Bench at RK
A new, colourful addition adorns the garden area of the RK MacDonald nursing home.
Transforming Attitudes
So what’s the biggest safety challenge in this large home that recognizes and appreciates the uniqueness of every person who lives and works there? Essentially, it’s a math challenge!
A Commitment to Safety
The RK MacDonald Nursing Home has been recognized for a commitment to safety by the Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia CEO Stuart MacLean.
Accreditation Helps The RK Establish Clear Path Forward
Accreditation provides a solid foundation to build new quality improvement initiatives upon and provides a solid foundation to build new quality improvement initiatives upon, long-term care CEO says.
GPA Leadership Excellence In Person-Centered Care
The Advanced Gerontological Education center congratulates the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home for their well-earned award.
Strategic Planning Update
The Rk MacDonald is proud to release the annual update to our Strategic Plan for 2017/2018.
Bullying in The Workplace
On September 12, 2024, the RK MacDonald wore pink to signify that bullying is unacceptable in our workplace – and that we as a community will not accept bullying.
Family Council Invitation
The Council is recruiting new members and asks that if wish to join the Council or wish to receive information about the role of the Council, please contact us!
Years Of Service Awards Dinner
Fifteen staff members were celebrated with one having served 45 years, five celebrating twenty-five years and three twenty-years.
The Annual Progress Report 2023-2024
As we move forward from 2023 into 2024, on behalf of the Board of Directors, we welcome you to our AGM for the fiscal year ending March 2024.
Time Slips Creative Storytelling
This is local artist Susan Walsh, trained in Time Slips Creative Storytelling, who meets weekly with Residents in the Rhubarb Patch to create stories together.
RK Family Council Meeting
The RK Family Council will be hosting a meeting with guest speaker Joanne MacKenzie.
2024 Resident & Family Satisfaction Survey Results
The Resident & Family Satisfaction Surveys were carried out in November / December of 2024.