b"EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSIONpronunciation of common items.a multicultural event had taken placeenvironment that allows your team When you sound out the words on ain the town, and it was a hit. The townto be themselves. Not only will this card, it will be fairly close to what thereally applauded and appreciatedimprove their well-being, it will also resident needs to hear. them for hosting this. strengthen the effectiveness ofyour organization.While this doesn't replace fullMany of our other homes have communication, it really does help tosince held similar events and haveAt Sienna, the diversity of our teams handle basic communication whenhad great success. You can neveris a source of strength, insight and there is no one available to speakunderestimate the importance ofinnovation, helping us build on our the residents language. If youvehaving a cultural event in your homevalues and ensure that we serve helped to meet a residents needs byand/or community. As an immigrantresidents, support team members, and making the effort to communicate inmyself, I can tell you how powerful itstrengthen our communities. LTCTtheir language, even if its very basicis to know that I can show up in my communication, thats a positive cultural attire and share my cultural step. The focus is on progress, food, and that I would be celebrated not perfection. for that. Rahila Chughtai is Senior Be braveFinal thoughtsManager, Business Operations and Initiatives at Sienna Senior The last example is a story aboutWhile inclusion and belonging mayLiving. She is a dedicated celebrating multiculturalism. Onefeel intuitive to most of us, especiallyadvocate for inclusion and of our homes, Creedan Valleyin our sector, we all have blind spots.belonging who works to ensure Community, has a very diverseIts important to be willing to learn. Siennas values are woven into staff in a community that is not as diverse. The home decided to holdIf youre a leader, create a safe spaceinitiatives and everyday practices a multicultural heritage night andfor others to share their thoughtsacross senior care. Her work talent show, not just for the teamwith you. Many of the examples herecontinues to inspire change members, but for residents, families,came to life because team membersacross the sector and the impact local dignitaries, and many others inknew our values supported them. Usewe have in long-term care.the community. This was the first timecuriosity and compassion to foster an Thank YouTo OLTCAs Sector Champions for their continuedpartnership and support of long-term care in Ontario!arjo.com jointheateam.compointclickcare.com www.staffstat.ca36 LONG TERM CARE TODAY Fall/Winter 2025"