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Getting your kids back into the school routine page 2

We’re building the best place to care for kids: Just For Kids Clinic redesign page 2

Shaping the future of health care: students at St. Joe’s page 3

Healthy spaces inside and outside St. Joe’s: new community garden page 4

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Follow St. Joe’s online: @MyStJoes /MyStJoes /StJoesHealthCentre

Research shows involving kids in the snack-making process increases the likelihood that they will eat them.

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Ingredients: • 1 kg Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise • 1 large acorn squash (950g) peeled, seeded and cut into 1 inch chunks • 1/4 cup goat cheese • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme • 2 tablespoons each of garlic powder and onion powder • 3/4 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon pepper • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Combine Brussels sprouts with squash. Add oil, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Spread in a single layer on a lightly greased foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake in 425F oven for 35-40 minutes. At the halfway point, add the cheese. Continue baking until lightly golden and vegetables are tender. Toss with lemon juice; serve hot.

RECIPE: ROASTED SQUASH AND BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH GOAT CHEESE

CREATING HEALTHY SPACES INSIDE AND OUTSIDE ST. JOE’S: COMMUNITY GARDEN

Patient Family Advisor Judie Craig says there’s something special about working in the dirt. In late August, she was one of many community members who helped plant the first seeds in our brand new community garden located in front of the Our Lady of Mercy wing. “I know exactly how beneficial this will be for the St. Joe’s community,” she said. The idea came from an engaged group of patients, community members, volunteers and staff who wanted to create an accessible space for the community to come together. Kale and lettuce have been planted and the organizing team is hoping they’ll be able to make some salad in the fall with their freshly-grown produce.

“This is a different way to approach health within the community on the property of St. Joe’s,” said Ryan McGuire, Collaborative Practice Leader at St. Joe’s, and one of the main organizers of the project. “It speaks to how we really want to care for patients both inside and outside the hospital and make an impact in the community.” For more information on the garden, visit our website at stjoe.on.ca or watch our video at youtube.com/StJoesHealthCentre.

Above left: Patient Family Advisor Judie Craig plants seeds in the community garden. Above right: Lettuce is planted in the garden.

FUEL FOR SCHOOL: HEALTHY SNACK TIPSMELISSA MURRAY, ST. JOE’S REGISTERED DIETITIAN Back to school means back to packing lunches – and snacks – to keep your child energized during the day. Snacks are a great way to help children get more of the nutrients they need for brain development, bone health and general well-being. High-fibre, whole grain products provide energy and nutrients to keep their brains

and bodies fueled at school. Adding protein or healthy fats to snacks will help them stay fuller for longer. Involve your kids in the planning – encourage them to choose a different colour fruit each day or ask for their input on smoothie and muffin ingredients to keep them excited at snack breaks.

Here are some healthy snack ideas: • Whole grain crackers and cheese • Homemade high-fibre mini muffins

• Whole wheat pita with hummus, tzatziki or tuna • Vegetable sticks (cucumber, snow peas, carrots, peppers, grape tomatoes, celery) • Fruit (alone or with yogurt or cheese) • Yogurt (Greek for higher protein) • Cottage cheese • Smoothie (with fruit & yogurt)

NEWS BRIEF: ST. JOE’S RECEIVES $2.1 MILLION FOR INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES The Ontario government has announced funding for St. Joe’s through its Health Infrastructure Renewal Fund (HIRF). This will allow St. Joe’s to make critical infrastructure upgrades including roof replacements, new windows and upgraded heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. For more information, please visit our website.

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We’re redesigning our Just For Kids Clinic to be the best place to care for children in

our community. The redesign will include a bright, child-

friendly waiting area, interactive touch screens and a private

waiting area for our Child and Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatry Unit. Here are some fast facts

about our clinic:

visits by children this past year.

days the clinic is open every year to ensure your child receives care

when they need it most.

of children visiting the clinic last fall were treated for a fever — the

most common ailment during the fall season.

new private examination rooms are currently being developed as

part of our larger renovations.

It’s a school night – set a nightly routine Encourage your kids to get into a regular sleep pattern that will help them stay energized for school and ready to learn. A sleep routine should include a regular bedtime, with plenty of time away from distractions like electronic screens and noise. Get your shots Going back to school means your child is reconnecting with old friends, but it also means they’re returning to an environment which can increase their chances of exposure to illnesses such as the common cold and influenza. In addition to promoting good hand washing, also ensure your child’s vaccines are up-to-date so the only thing they’re bringing home are stories. Hydration is key Ensure children stay hydrated throughout the day. Water is the best source. Stay away from the sugary boxed juices and try something fun like water in a reusable bottle with sliced fruits and veggies. Be active and get outside Summer is coming to an end but being outside doesn’t have to — the cooler temperatures during fall are a great time to enjoy the outdoors. Prepare for the ‘September Spike’ During September we see heightened rates of asthmatic flare-ups. Helping your child understand how to manage their asthma, including their triggers and medications, will help them if they experience any challenges. Consider meeting with your family doctor to discuss preventative measures.

BY THE NUMBERS: JUST FOR KIDS CLINIC

SARANYA THANESWARANSTRATEGY, QUALITY & PERFORMANCE STUDENT

School: DeGroote School of Business

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EDUCATION AT ST. JOE’S: SHAPING THE FUTURE OF HEALTH CAREOne of the ways we are committed to achieving our vision is by teaching the next generation of health-care professionals and leaders. In 2014-15 more than 1,000 students studied at St. Joe’s, learning directly from our doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, social workers and more. Here’s what some of them had to say about their time with us.

OLHA HAYDAYCHUKVOLUNTEER STUDENT

School: Bishop Allen Academy

MATTHEW MAZUREKFAMILY MEDICINE STUDENT School: University of Toronto

ADELIN DYONOCCUPATIONAL THERAPY STUDENT School: University of Toronto

“I reported to three different portfolios giving me a lot of opportunities to work with different types of projects. What I’ll take away the most from

St. Joe’s is what it takes to be a great leader and a great mentor. My directors have helped me in terms of thinking about where I want to go in

my career and I don’t think that kind of advice is always available to co-op students.”

“I’m looking into going into medicine and I wanted to make a difference and help people over the summer so I thought this would be a good fit.

It definitely has impacted my life and made me see things a different way. As a summer student at St. Joe’s I have seen so many people who are

Ukrainian just like me – I didn’t actually know there were so many people in the community who were the same as me.”

“I like the community hospital setting because you get a lot more hands on, one-to-one teaching on the different rotations and you can ask questions constantly. Physicians here are very enthusiastic and supportive; they create an environment where you feel like you can stretch yourself to take on more responsibility but still feel comfortable that the support is there if you have questions.”

“I’ve been working in Elderly Community Health Services. We do functional and cognitive assessments with new clients, then we talk to the team and make our recommendations. I’ve found everyone here has been very friendly, very warm and very open to having a student. I’ve shadowed quite a few occupational therapists and other professionals throughout the hospital which has been really nice.”

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Getting your kids back into the school routine page 2

We’re building the best place to care for kids: Just For Kids Clinic redesign page 2

Shaping the future of health care: students at St. Joe’s page 3

Healthy spaces inside and outside St. Joe’s: new community garden page 4

CONNECTIONS

Follow St. Joe’s online: @MyStJoes /MyStJoes /StJoesHealthCentre

Research shows involving kids in the snack-making process increases the likelihood that they will eat them.

CONNECTIONS p. 4

Ingredients: • 1 kg Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise • 1 large acorn squash (950g) peeled, seeded and cut into 1 inch chunks • 1/4 cup goat cheese • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme • 2 tablespoons each of garlic powder and onion powder • 3/4 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon pepper • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Combine Brussels sprouts with squash. Add oil, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Spread in a single layer on a lightly greased foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake in 425F oven for 35-40 minutes. At the halfway point, add the cheese. Continue baking until lightly golden and vegetables are tender. Toss with lemon juice; serve hot.

RECIPE: ROASTED SQUASH AND BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH GOAT CHEESE

CREATING HEALTHY SPACES INSIDE AND OUTSIDE ST. JOE’S: COMMUNITY GARDEN

Patient Family Advisor Judie Craig says there’s something special about working in the dirt. In late August, she was one of many community members who helped plant the first seeds in our brand new community garden located in front of the Our Lady of Mercy wing. “I know exactly how beneficial this will be for the St. Joe’s community,” she said. The idea came from an engaged group of patients, community members, volunteers and staff who wanted to create an accessible space for the community to come together. Kale and lettuce have been planted and the organizing team is hoping they’ll be able to make some salad in the fall with their freshly-grown produce.

“This is a different way to approach health within the community on the property of St. Joe’s,” said Ryan McGuire, Collaborative Practice Leader at St. Joe’s, and one of the main organizers of the project. “It speaks to how we really want to care for patients both inside and outside the hospital and make an impact in the community.” For more information on the garden, visit our website at stjoe.on.ca or watch our video at youtube.com/StJoesHealthCentre.

Above left: Patient Family Advisor Judie Craig plants seeds in the community garden. Above right: Lettuce is planted in the garden.

FUEL FOR SCHOOL: HEALTHY SNACK TIPSMELISSA MURRAY, ST. JOE’S REGISTERED DIETITIAN Back to school means back to packing lunches – and snacks – to keep your child energized during the day. Snacks are a great way to help children get more of the nutrients they need for brain development, bone health and general well-being. High-fibre, whole grain products provide energy and nutrients to keep their brains

and bodies fueled at school. Adding protein or healthy fats to snacks will help them stay fuller for longer. Involve your kids in the planning – encourage them to choose a different colour fruit each day or ask for their input on smoothie and muffin ingredients to keep them excited at snack breaks.

Here are some healthy snack ideas: • Whole grain crackers and cheese • Homemade high-fibre mini muffins

• Whole wheat pita with hummus, tzatziki or tuna • Vegetable sticks (cucumber, snow peas, carrots, peppers, grape tomatoes, celery) • Fruit (alone or with yogurt or cheese) • Yogurt (Greek for higher protein) • Cottage cheese • Smoothie (with fruit & yogurt)

NEWS BRIEF: ST. JOE’S RECEIVES $2.1 MILLION FOR INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES The Ontario government has announced funding for St. Joe’s through its Health Infrastructure Renewal Fund (HIRF). This will allow St. Joe’s to make critical infrastructure upgrades including roof replacements, new windows and upgraded heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. For more information, please visit our website.