Residents and families of Victoria will soon have better access to day-to-day primary health care services with the opening of the new Luther Court Community Health Center (CHC).

Services will begin on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, prior to the completion of the CHC expansion and renovation.

Work is underway to create 260 square meters (2,800 square feet) of purpose-built clinical space at Luther Court’s current location at 1525 Cedar Hill Cross Rd. The center is expected to open in June 2022 and operate at full capacity. by 2024-25.

The Luther Court CHC team will initially expand to include a doctor and three nurses who will begin tethering patients and offering virtual appointments next week. Patients requiring in-person care will be able to receive services in a temporary off-site space. The expansion will also add more registered nurses and other allied health care providers to the team.

“We are delighted that the Luther Court Society is already beginning the work of connecting the people of Victoria to the health care services they need in preparation for the completion of the Community Health Center refurbishment,” said Adrian Dix, health Minister. “As the company adds a community health center to its existing services, residents will have one more place to go to get the daily health care they need closer to home.

Once the center opens at its main location, approximately nine additional full-time equivalent clinical health care providers will be recruited to join existing staff at Luther Court to provide comprehensive primary care services with an emphasis on older people and people living with mental health issues. and substance use conditions. The team will include family physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, a licensed practical nurse, a mental health and addictions worker, a community health outreach worker, a dietitian and an occupational therapist.

In addition, approximately six full-time equivalent support staff, including a primary health care director, will assist the clinical care team in delivering health promotion and wellness services and increasing access to housing. intergenerational.

The center will begin by opening Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Government of British Columbia will provide more than $2.2 million in operating budget once the center reaches full capacity. The province also provided one-time funding of more than $2.1 million for renovation costs.

“We know that in Victoria it is often difficult for people to get the health care they need when they need it most,” said Rob Fleming, MPP for Victoria-Swan Lake. “To meet this challenge, the new Community Health Center is a crucial part of the government’s commitment to provide better and faster access to health care across the province.

“The people of Greater Victoria deserve high-quality, accessible health care and that’s why our government is working hard to create solutions that meet their needs,” said Murray Rankin, MPP for Oak Bay-Gordon Head. . “BC’s primary care strategy builds on the good work that community organizations like Luther Court are already doing and will help our families and seniors.

Community health centers are not-for-profit or cooperative health care organizations that provide integrated, people-centered services and programs that reflect the needs of the communities they serve.

Since 1979, the Luther Court Society has provided an innovative model of care to improve the quality of life for older adults by providing housing options, care services and community interaction. The company is known for helping seniors live and age in place, and offers a variety of programs such as long-term care and independent and assisted living services. An affordable intergenerational housing project is also planned.

The Luther Court Society has a long history of collaborating with local community groups and organizations, with post-secondary apprenticeship partners and is a member of several collectives such as the BC Association of Community Health Centres. Recognized as a local health centre, the expansion of Luther Court into a community health center will help increase access to primary care, health promotion and wellness services, further meeting the needs from the community.

The Luther Court CHC is a collaboration between the Department of Health, Island Health, the Victoria Division of Family Practice and the Luther Court Society and will provide comprehensive primary care services to the local community. It will be part of the Victoria Primary Care Network and will be governed, owned and operated by the Luther Court Society.

Fast facts:

• There are approximately 100 community health centers run by health authorities and 30 community health centers run by the community in British Columbia.
• These centers focus on the integration of services and programs in primary care, health promotion and community wellness, and the social determinants of health.

Learn more:

To learn more about the province’s primary care strategy, visit: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2018PREM0034-001010

To learn more about the Luther Court Society, visit: https://luthercourt.org/

A backgrounder follows.

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif., March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Anchor Loans, the nation’s leading provider of financing to real estate investors and entrepreneurs, today announced that the company now offers a Single Family Rental (SFR) Investor Loan program to complement its industry-leading loan offerings. industry.

The SFR program offers competitive, market-driven pricing and guidelines for new and seasoned investors. The program, which covers investor portfolios as well as individual properties, offers 30-year fixed rate options and interest-only options. Flexible guidelines include: DSCR loans with LTVs up to 80% (cash-in, refinance, and purchase), no-appraisal closing, and FICO scores as low as 620. Properties include 1-4 and 4+ units, townhouses, condos and PUDs. Long-term, short-term and vacation rentals are also eligible.

Anchor Loans is the lender of choice for experienced real estate investors and builders. Approximately 85% of Anchor’s business comes from loyal customers who benefit from the company’s turnaround times, flexibility to adapt to unique situations, and ability to fund multimillion-dollar projects. The company has updated technology and experienced and expert support operations with a dedicated team approach to customer relations.

“Our new SFR program will provide experienced investors with extremely competitive long-term financing options for portfolios and rental properties, with the same speed and customer service that has always been the hallmark of Anchor,” said Andrew Pollock, CEO of Anchor. “Our capital strength and ability to close larger transactions will also be competitive advantages for us in the leasing space.”

For more information on Anchor’s SFR Investor Loan Program, visit anchorloans.com/loans/rental-loans

About Anchor Loans

Anchor Loans is the nation’s largest private direct lender to real estate investors. The company is responsible for more than $10 billion in financing since its inception in 1998 and is the first in the industry to finance more than $1 billion in a single year, which it has surpassed every year since 2016. Anchor Loans specializes in larger, more personalized loans for experienced real estate entrepreneurs. Over 85% of Anchor Loans borrowers are repeat customers and over 75% of the company’s new borrowers are referred by existing customers. The company has been listed for two consecutive years on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing small private companies. For more information, visit https://www.anchorloans.com.

SOURCE Anchor Loans

Do you feel like your mental health is affecting the way you function in your day to day life? Are you struggling with the transition to college, or just need someone to talk to? At Daytona State College, there are plenty of resources that can help you. It is important to mention that it is not necessary to have received a diagnosis of mental illness to benefit from these services.

At the Counseling and Accessibility Services Center, which is located on each campus, you can make an appointment with a counselor or drop by and talk to someone on site. The planning process is entirely up to you, and counselors are ready to work with your daily schedule. Contrary to popular belief, all sessions are free and of short duration.

If you and your counselor discuss your need for long-term assistance, they may offer you a referral to someone who can meet your needs both mentally and financially. Advisor Micheal Abrahams said: “Sometimes if the student already has health insurance, we can find a provider within their health insurance network, or we know of community providers who offer a sliding scale.” A sliding scale depends on your ability to pay and can be reduced if you have a lower income.

Another excellent resource is the Center for Women and Men, which offers many community programs and provides support and assistance to students in a non-academic way. They analyze the type of obstacles that might stand in your way through communication, then offer resources to help you remove those obstacles. For example, if you need childcare, are homeless, food insecure, or need a book but don’t have the money, the Center for women and men offers a program for each of these problems. Erin LeBlanc, director of the center, said: “No one should ever feel alone. If you don’t have a support system or a healthy system, you can find it here. “

Many people don’t realize that the most important resource is your own support group. Having someone in your life, be it a family member or a close friend, to help you through the tough times is crucial. We are all prone to loneliness and going through a moment of poor mental health can make you feel isolated. You are never alone. There are so many people who love you and are excited for your future. Reaching out to someone can feel terrifying or embarrassing, but it’s never as bad as it seems in your head. Social connection comes more from your sense of connection than from your number of friends. If you don’t already have a support system, the resources listed above are ready to become your support system. It is equally important to help your friends in need.

Recognizing that your mental health is declining is not as easy as many people think. People can get so caught up in their daily lives that taking care of themselves can feel like an extra chore. Realizing that you may not be doing well is an even harder truth than putting in the work to get better. There’s so much stigma behind what someone with poor mental health looks like, that you think it can never be you. There is nothing wrong with getting help. So take the plunge and learn to be kinder to your mind.

Sagar Vishwas, international NLP master trainer and leadership coach, believes in the power of language. Whether in the form of our self-talk or the way we communicate with our children, family, colleagues or employees, language is at the heart of personal and professional breakthroughs.

“Take the example of an addicted smoker. Our body’s first response to cigarettes is always coughing. But our mind is a meaning-making machine. It continues to add layers of meaning to the act of smoking – it’s a metaphor for creativity, a break from stress, camaraderie, freshness, and more. These are our internal representations of the physical act of smoking,” Sagar explains.

From the depths of our unconscious to the conscious use of good communication practices in the workplace, how we process language is key to generating the desired results. “I guarantee that if the leaders of organizations simply change the way they give their opinion, the results will surprise everyone. Instead of just criticizing people and their ideas, if they can give precise indications of the points to be improve, employees will get clear actions. It will also reduce workplace toxicity, increase employee motivation, engagement and reduce attrition,” Sagar vouches.

Sagar has used many such ideas based on the principles of NLP and mBraining to bring about positive changes in the lives of individuals and organizations. “Neurolinguistic programming uses perception, behavior and communication techniques to influence thoughts and actions and mBraining works on our multiple brains or neural networks in the head (intelligence), heart (compassion) and gut ( courage) and they can be aligned to bring about transformation of people and the world,” says Sagar.

Using his deep understanding of applied neuroscience and human development theories to help people make better choices and improve their quality of life is Sagar’s life work.

It was this calling that led him to move from a career in manufacturing and later in sales to becoming a full-time NLP practitioner. “I first taught NLP as a methodology, now I use it as a tool to apply in different sectors for varying results. I have used it as a coaching tool to treat anxiety, phobias , addiction, for couples and relationships as well as for business growth and to help develop leaders in organizations. The results have been remarkable,” he says.

Combining his strengths as a sought after NLP trainer and life coach with those of experts from other fields like law, psychology and education, Sagar founded MyGrowthZone (MGZ Edutech Pvt Ltd) to offer leadership expeditions to long-term and structured programs for professional and personal excellence. that go beyond one-time workshops, off-site camps and check-in-the-box trainings.

“We understand that just knowing something doesn’t help. It takes constant motivation and guidance to put the lessons into action and create change. Our programs are therefore designed as journeys, with a combination of peer-to-peer activities, experiential learning, individual coaching, video modules and classroom facilitation. We believe in NanoLessons, MegaLearning. And so far it has been a great success,” Sagar shares.

With its various skill-based programs, like Speak2Succeed, and value-based programs, like Script Your Life, MyGrowthZone caters to people and organizations from all industries.

“Our methodologies are industry-neutral. This has allowed us to work with companies ranging from construction, IT to automotive and social sectors to help them build a culture of innovation and inclusion, resolve conflict, train better leaders and create work environments that are conducive to success,” says Sagar. Among its most rewarding interventions is MyGrowthZone’s work with victims of rape and sexual abuse. “We used the principles of NLP and mBraining to help them let go of the trauma and heal. It was a very satisfying trip,” he adds.

MGZ now wants to create something that will touch the full spectrum of human life. “There are about 8 areas of excellence that determine our quality of life: health, career, finances, relationships, self-care, personal development, our environment and leisure. The purpose of this program is to help people with multidimensional goals so that they do not regret missing out on an important area of ​​their lives when they are pursuing only one dimension.

Hire for values ​​and train for skills:
Sagar Vishwas, Founder and CEO of MyGrowthZone (MGZ Edutech Pvt. Ltd) believes that by following this mantra, one can develop long term partnerships and valuable human resources. Says Sudha Bonsor (Director Sales & Business Development), “I came with no experience in sales and when one of us needed to take on this role, I reluctantly participated. I was given 3 months , training, an external coach and lots of support to grow in the role. Sagar says, “Sudha showed great alignment with our values ​​and purpose and learned many new skills. In the time it would have taken us to hire an experienced salesperson, she actually practiced several sales skills. He says skills are measurable and easier to teach than values, which are deep-rooted and hard to measure. An assessment can give some guidance but no clear map of his value system and beliefs.

Diversity and inclusion:

Co-founder Rama Sarode believes that inclusion and diversity as a core ethic has helped MGZ gain a more comprehensive perspective on its market and develop products that appeal to a wider and more diverse audience.

Rama jokes, “For us, gender diversity in the workplace means hiring more men.” As part of its hiring policy, MGZ seeks people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. “Although we don’t have a very large team yet, we have hired employees from various backgrounds, even interns from different countries,” adds Sagar. Having an informal work environment where no one is called “Sir” or “Madam”, while respecting each other and even being friends – has helped create a trusting, high performance environment with the right amount of motivating stress in MGZ.

Commitment through empathy:
“As a training and coaching company specializing in neuro-linguistic programming for business, mBraining and positive psychology, we have come to understand that each of us has unique patterns of processing information, emotions and communication,” says Sagar. “By adapting our style of communication, according to the models of our partners, we were able to establish a deep rapport and empathy for each other,” he adds. Sagar thinks that by just making a little effort to understand if the team member you are working with is driven by pleasure or away from pain, is an overview person or a detail oriented person , a black and white or continuum person, the way they make decisions, the way they prefer to learn, and several finer and unique unconscious patterns, you connect deeply with them, minimize gaps in understanding, and foster a very healthy growing environment.

In times of high employee attrition, low engagement and low productivity, these approaches are a beacon of hope for companies striving for excellence and growth.

Disclaimer: No Deccan Chronicle reporter was involved in the creation of this content. The group also declines all responsibility for this content.

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A proposal in the Legislative Assembly aims to address the shortage of nurses in Oregon, which has jeopardized the quality of care, advocates say.

No less than 350,000 people are hospitalized each year in Oregon, 1.3 million are treated in the emergency room and 13 million are treated on an outpatient basis.

Nurses are also essential for providing care in medical clinics and long-term care facilities.

Advocates say the lack of nurses can lead to errors and lower quality care.

House Bill 4003 aims to alleviate the shortage of nurses by allowing students to treat patients under the supervision of a registered nurse and perform other duties, giving enrollees more time to do their jobs. The proposal would create a trainee nurse license for students who have had at least one semester of nursing education and passed a skills test. Proponents say their presence would free up experienced nurses, giving them more time to ensure patients receive proper care.

“I think this could be a huge help for nurses, both in terms of education and practice,” said Jana Bitton, executive director of the Oregon Center for Nursing, which conducts research and advocates nurses’ interests, in an e-mail. “This opens up opportunities for workplaces to integrate trainee nurses into their staff, which could alleviate staffing shortages in some situations.”

The influential Oregon Nurses Association, which represents 13,000 of the 72,000 licensed registered nurses in Oregon, also supports the bill.

“It’s not a panacea, but it will provide an on-ramp to the nursing profession and add qualified students to the health care team,” said association spokesman Kevin Mealy. “Registered Trainee Nurses can gain invaluable hands-on experience while supporting patients and nurses at the bedside and behind the scenes.

The proposal was unanimously approved by the House Health Care Committee last week and has gone to the Joint Ways and Means Committee, which decides budget matters.

In addition to creating a new license, the bill would add nurses to a program that offers therapy sessions. The Oregon Wellness Program now offers free, confidential counseling sessions for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, podiatrists, and dentists. The House bill would be extend the program to registered nurses.

The program, which would cost an additional $700,000 to include nurses, offers eight free one-hour therapy sessions a year with professionals. The program is confidential, unlike employee assistance programs, and appointments are guaranteed within 72 hours.

Although employer insurance plans cover mental health treatment, there is usually a co-pay and it usually takes time to get an appointment.

Nursing educators like Bitton also support the bill because it would also expand the nursing pipeline. In 2018, the Oregon Department of Employment said the state would need to add 2,600 nurses a year to replace those leaving and fill new positions created by health care expansion. But in 2019, less than 1,600 new graduates entered the job market.

“Right now we are seeing a delay in graduation due to a lack of clinical support,” Rep. Rachel Prusak, D-Tualatin, said in a forum before the session began. Prusak was a nurse for 20 years and a nurse practitioner for 14 years.

As chair of the House Health Care Committee, she proposed the bill after meetings with nurses, hospital and long-term care administrators and nursing educators.

“I watched this very closely,” Prusak said. “It’s really personal to me.”

Idaho and Washington already have nurse trainee licenses. Prusak said establishing such a license in Oregon is an easy first step.

“It will be one of the many things we need to do moving forward,” Prusak said.

The proposal would allow schools to award students credit for clinical experience. It would also expand the types of facilities that can temporarily use out-of-state nurses and extend the length of time they are allowed to practice in Oregon from one month to three months.

The Oregon Association of Hospitals and Health Care Systems supports the bill, as does the Oregon Primary Care Association, which represents 34 clinics serving low-income Oregonians.

“HB 4003 is a bill that reflects Oregon’s ability to be a leader in health care, and we appreciate that it has clear and predictable steps to begin addressing the issue,” said Andi Easton, vice president of government affairs for the hospital association. written testimony. “We particularly appreciate the effort to provide a gateway to quickly employ non-resident RNs in good standing in other states to work temporarily in Oregon hospitals.”

What we are looking for

We are looking for a new Associate Rector who can help lead our parish toward an essential understanding of Christian spirituality and the role it plays in well-being. This important emerging ministry will encourage and equip people to find deeper connections with God, leading to new paths of healing and addressing core issues in their quest for a better life and a better world.

Our new associate will work closely with a talented team of other clergy and staff in the shared work of preaching, teaching, and program leadership, drawing on the experiences and resources of a congregation. of 6,000 members with an annual budget of $5.6 million.

Christ Church is strongly committed to pioneering work to nurture the connections between spirituality and well-being. Like many churches, we have longstanding creative pastoral ministries. Through this work, which is shared by all of our clergy, we have become more aware of the importance of spirituality for individuals, families and communities, and of the ongoing care of our congregation. We believe that “spiritual well-being is having a connection with God that nurtures and inspires our lives”.

While gratefully acknowledging the value of traditional medicine and other treatments, we also believe that spirituality has an underappreciated role in helping people live resilient lives. We know that cultivating a deeper spiritual life has the power to prevent and alleviate suffering, and to help people heal and recover from crisis.

Over the years we have benefited from the incredible wisdom of guest speakers and collaborators – Lisa Miller, Ned Hollowell, Lauren Winner, Nora Gallagher, Kate Bowler, Robert Wicks and Christine Moutier, to name a few. – who served as resources and challenged us to imagine what this ministry might look like.

To learn more about our commitment to this type of ministry, we invite you to read “Church invests in mental health in response to suffering of parishioners” at episcopalnewsservice.org/2019/07/11/a-church-invests -in-mental-health-in-response-to-the-suffering-of-parishioners.

We don’t expect you to have all the answers. We don’t have them either. But we are committed to exploring this life-saving work together.

What our partner will do

CELEBRATING AND HONORING the vision and mission of The Episcopal Church of Christ and the Episcopal tradition of diversity, equity, and inclusion that we proclaim.

WORSHIP AND PREACHING in a variety of styles and contexts: Rite I and Rite II, with formal preaching and rich music; our informal and participatory contemporary worship service; our relaxed Family Discovery Service for the youngest among us in the parish hall; our Sunday evening service, employing a variety of music and readings from around the world; and yet more forms to be identified that help us draw closer to God in new ways.

TEACH the basics of Christian spirituality and help people make the connections between spirituality and well-being. Organize and lead classes, workshops, retreats and conferences, gathering resources to help make Christ Church a source of well-being for members and people in our community, the wider church and the world.

COLLABORATE with our Wellness Team to create psycho-educational offerings to support people in times of crisis and recovery, tailored to the lived experiences of our parishioners. Promoting adolescent and adult mental health wellness around issues such as grief, depression, substance abuse and suicide prevention.

DEEPEN our efforts to train members of the Church of Christ in the work of pastoral visitation and support to assist clergy in the pastoral care of the congregation. Develop and implement a model of training and ongoing support for these lay pastors.

SHARE responsibilities with other clergy in pastoral care, weekday liturgies or services, home and hospital visitation, baptisms, weddings, funerals, and other church rites.

There is a real emphasis on leadership development within Christ Church staff and especially with clergy. Ongoing training and personal leadership coaching is provided and encouraged for each clergy member. These resources, coupled with ongoing vocational discernment with the rector, create vibrant ministries that occupy that vocational sweet spot where community needs and personal growth meet.

OUR NEXT ASSOCIATE WILL BE…

• Committed to their own inner life and able to articulate the role of spirituality in their life and community • Curious, with an interest and passion for the issues we all encounter • Excited about how to connect spirituality and practices to life, families and community • Experienced in working with individuals and groups • Willing to commit to building and leading this ministry in Christ Church for five to seven years. • Energetic, passionate and collaborative • Digital savvy and comfortable with technology • Eager to learn our names and remember our stories • A quick learner who can easily assimilate into a complex organization • Able to juggle with several responsibilities, to meet deadlines; motivated to set and achieve goals; responsible and organized • A team player, willing to set aside own work to help others, both clergy and lay staff, during busy times • Versatile, cheerful, and flexible • Respectful of different opinions

OUR DESIRE IS THAT OUR ASSOCIATE…

• Commit to self-care; devoted to emotional health as well as physical health; have a network of care to provide long-term support • Have a rich and nurturing spiritual life lived in regular prayer, study and meditation that grows one’s friendship with God • Adopt high standards of behavior and performance and maintain a confident attitude, authentic sense of self • Model a balanced professional and personal life by maintaining healthy boundaries • Take all vacations and sabbaticals; stay rested and refreshed • Make family and friends a priority

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT US…

• Pets are welcome in the office. • Our clergy and staff are extremely collaborative, complementary and non-competitive, and clergy take semi-annual retreats together. • Some of our clergy stay at Christ Church for a long time; others become rectors or bishops. Either way, we are a greenhouse for priestly development.

Participate in our research

1) Tell us how to contact you: Name / Address / Preferred phone / Preferred email

2) Provide your current position and location

3) Identify your diocese of canonical residence

4) Help us get to know you by submitting the following:

• An updated OTM portfolio • A resume • Answers to our questions (on the next page) • A 500-word autobiographical statement • Letters of recommendation from three people – a clergy, a layman, and a member of the clergy or laity not supervised by you and not related to you. Please ask your references to read our materials and then focus their comments on what in your life and ministry makes you a good candidate for this unique calling.

5) Send us your documents: Send your documents electronically to: [email protected].Deadline for submission of complete application files: April 15, 2022

Our schedule

Application deadline: April 15, 2022
Interviews: to be determined
Call made: TBD
Start date: Negotiable

Contact us

If you would like to have a conversation to learn more about this position, contact Chip Edens, Rector, at [email protected] or email the search committee at [email protected].

Questions

Please answer these five questions in 500 words or less each:

1) Describe an experience that has been healing and restorative for you. How do you practice spiritual wellness in your own life?

2) How do you currently approach spiritual well-being in your professional ministry?

3) What ideas do you have for providing spiritual growth through worship, teaching, retreat, community, pilgrimage, and other experiences?

4) How could you use technology to lead or facilitate a spirituality and wellness ministry?

5) Describe an experiment you conducted. What went well? What went wrong? What would you change? What did you learn from this experience?

WE WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT YOU…
Once we get to know you better, our conversations could cover the following topics: • Where do you find the humor? Joy? Beauty? What energizes you? • What life experiences have enriched you, allowed you to connect more deeply with people, helped you see God’s grace at work? • How do you stay connected to your community, your city and the world? What apps are on your phone? What music is playing in the background? What are you reading? When you go out for dinner, what type of restaurant do you look for? • What credentials would you be open to exploring (eg, spiritual direction) or do you already have? • How do you stay spiritually centered while at the same time being digitally connected? • What are your Sabbath practices? • Your career so far. Did you have a previous calling? What brought you to the Church?