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PSW Day 2012

Celebrating our Community Support Workers

	Ron Kelusky, Director-General

On behalf of the Canadian Red Cross, I would like to thank all of our Community Support Workers (CSWs) for their outstanding work and dedication this past year. Every day, our CSWs make a difference in the health and lives of all the clients and families they support.

The Ontario Government has declared May 19 as Personal Support Worker Day. The day represents an opportunity for us to recognize and thank all CSWs for their significant contributions within our healthcare sector.

As the population of Canada continues to age, the work of CSWs is becoming more important than ever before. I am proud to say that Red Cross CSWs provided over 4 million hours of care to more than 29,000 clients in Ontario last year. Because

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of the care and support of CSWs, so many people facing injury or illness are able to continue living independently in their own homes with comfort and dignity. This compassionate care offers peace of mind – not only to their clients but also their families.

In appreciation for their efforts, we have highlighted some of our CSWs on our website – just a sample of the thousands who make a difference in their communities every day. I invite you to read each of these stories and learn more about the incredible work of our CSWs. You can also find out more about our personal support and homemaking services here.

Thank you once again to our CSWs for everything they do to truly make a difference in the lives of the most vulnerable.

Sincerely,

Ron Kelusky

Director General, Ontario Zone

Posted May 2012