Development of an Evidence-Informed Solution to Emotional Distress in PSPs and HCWs: The Social Support, Tracking Distress, Education, and Discussion Community (STEADY) Program
The Social Support, Tracking Distress, Education, and Discussion Community (STEADY) Program was developed to cover knowledge translation and implementation science frameworks to include all evidence-informed elements of post-traumatic stress prevention. This paper reports on the narrative literature review that framed the development of the STEADY framework and introduces its key elements.
Implementing the STEADY Wellness Program to Support Healthcare Workers throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic
This brief report describes implementation of the STEADY program and identified the importance of more frequent,
shorter contact with HCWs that occurred in-person, with an emphasis on peer support. A
flexible approach with strong support from hospital leadership were key facilitators. Findings
suggest that a flexible approach to practical program implementation, theoretically underpinned in
best-practices, can result in an acceptable program that promotes increased HCW wellbeing during
a pandemic.
STEADY – Supporting Each Other
The STEADY staff wellness program was developed based on the available literature and input from stakeholders, guided by the Knowledge-to-Action (KTA) Implementation Science Framework. This infographic provides guidance to support staff through difficult situations by specifically outlining strategies to try and those to avoid.
STEADY – Managing Distress
This infographic from the STEADY Wellness Program offers valuable insights into managing stress, providing quick and helpful information about the importance of self-care, how to cope with difficult situations, and increasing coping self-efficacy.
Frequently Asked Questions: Psychological First Aid (PFA)
Learn about the benefits of using Psychological First Aid (PFA) as a Healthcare Worker and Public Safety Personnel. Uncover essential FAQs and start your journey to secure a PFA certification.
The Impact of Prolonged Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use on Canadian Health Professionals
Click to learn more about how the prolonged use of Personal Protective Equipment impacts a sample of Canadian Health Professionals. Considerations are given to pressure-related sores, skin irritations, and the negative mental health impacts of prolonged PPE use. Practical recommendations are also provided for health professionals, organisational leadership, and manufacturers of PPE.
COVID-19 and Healthcare Providers’ Mental Health
Supporting the Mental Health of Long-Term Care Staff
The Canadian Association for Long Term Care and Mental Health Commission have partnered to deliver The Working Mind Program for long-term care staff.
Last chance: attend the Healthcare Salute symposium on risk and resiliency
Join us online from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 19, 2023 for a free virtual symposium.
Beyond Silence App Launches
Healthcare workers have been at the front-line of the COVID response; they have experienced many workload pressures including short staffing, high demands, redeployment, and unpredictable caseloads. Many are experiencing burnout and struggling to meet high standards of clinical care.