November 29-30, 2012
Hilton Lac-Leamy
Gatineau, Quebec
This annual event brings you face to face with leading experts in health care, as well as senior leaders working on improving quality and safety from across the country.
The Accreditation Forum 2012: Making the Link is your opportunity to obtain insight and knowledge about current and emerging issues in health care accreditation. This year, the Accreditation Forum will feature presentations and workshops organized around two important and topical themes:
Governance
Much is expected of the governing board in the current health care landscape. From the quality of care to building a culture of safety, everything starts with the governing board. The sessions in this stream will help you build a highly effective governing board that truly supports quality and safety throughout your organization. Learn how to use accreditation as a tool to help your board set the direction and steer your organization on a course of quality and safety.
Who should attend?
- Board members
- Members of leadership teams
- Chief Executive Officers
Caring for an aging population
Canada is in the middle of a major demographic shift with significant implications for the cost of health care for seniors. The quality and safety of the health care we provide to seniors has never been more important. Learn how to use accreditation to improve the efficiency of services and to mitigate risks of caring for our aging population. The sessions in this stream will provide you with concrete ways to ensure your practice is safe and efficient for your clients today and in the future.
Who should attend?
- Administrators in long-term care, home care, home support and seniors' services
- Individuals responsible for quality improvement
If you have any questions or comments, contact Learning and Development at learning@accreditation.ca.