System Transformation in Ontarrio's health care

An integrated health care system in Ontario is a better one. The Change Foundation is committed to system transformation to advancing a high performing integrated health care system.

In order to ensure a high performing integrated health care system, changes need to be made on many levels (structural, governance, cultural, funding, policy, performance management, IT, leadership). Deciding what the focus should be is the question.

Read about what is being said and done at home and abroad to enhance safe and effective care that provides the best patient outcome and provides value.

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Browse system transformation news and reports below or use the search feature to explore articles and publications related to specific health care system change issues.

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Their Experience. Our Story. Highlights from Our 2010-2015 Strategic PlanThis 23 page report highlights key achievements arising from our 2010-15 strategic plan, Hearing the Stories, Changing the Story. As More >

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Creating The Space to Lead Change: An Independent Analysis of the Change Foundation’s Journey on the Frontline of Healthcare TransitionsThe Change Foundation (TCF) made a bold decision to make a significant investment in one system change initiative in More >

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Report: Health System Navigators: Band-Aid or Cure?Health System Navigators: Band-Aid or Cure? marks the first Foundation/PANORAMA report reflecting on ways to advance patient-centred care in More >

Healthcare Reform in The NHS England: More Lessons For OntarioTwo years of complex, politically charged bargaining led to the passage of healthcare reform legislation in 2012 that promised More >

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NewsMoving Towards Patients FirstFebruary 29, 2016Since 1995, The Change Foundation (TCF) has supported and promoted improved health and health care delivery in Ontario. Through... More >

NewsGraphic Mural: Using The Patient Voice to Strengthen Our SystemDecember 03, 2014Click to enlarge. “We are a choir of voices, which may help us have more of an impact… it’s the... More >

NewsPanorama Panelist Gerry Campbell Reflects on Our May 2014 Hot Talk on HealthJuly 09, 2014Gerry Campbell reflects on our latest Hot Talk on Health – What can Ontario learn from BC’s Patients as Partners? Q1:... More >

NewsPatients to System: Create a Caring “Home Experience” in Healthcare to Help Comfort & HealMay 14, 2014By: Maciej Karpinski The Champlain LHIN and Change Foundation Healthcare Primary Care Congress (last March 28/14) began with a simple, personal... More >

We are looking for nominations from all parts of the health, community, home and social services systems whose forward vision has, and will continue to have, a meaningful impact on the health experience and outcomes for patients, caregivers and providers. bit.ly/38JXG8R pic.twitter.com/kYWWHkBDHW

“When you give the change a purpose, it is much more motivating than a reward.” Read one of our guest blogs featuring @MikePosencheg an Improvement Advisor for @TheIHI for his recent experience on working with the #ChangingCARE teams: bit.ly/2mIKAp3 pic.twitter.com/LDf9Ob3W5d

We heard that 77% of #caregivers wish there was a one-stop-shop that they could turn to for help and advice. With the overwhelming need we are pleased that @CaregiverON launched their 24/7 caregiver helpline to support caregivers looking for support: bit.ly/2Kbs4i3 pic.twitter.com/5iUexqhBVR

How do caregivers feel about caregiving? What do# caregivers wish for? Additional insights on what it is like being a caregiver are available in the 2019 Spotlight on Ontario’s Caregivers report: bit.ly/2QOu1RG pic.twitter.com/uOmqM2Twnw

3 modules. 20 minutes each. Start your learning journey off by understanding the role of caregivers, transition to the next module on communication with caregivers and end the series by learning how you can empower caregivers. Find out more: bit.ly/2U1Mlcs #eLearning pic.twitter.com/tv1AaHsHSm

We recently had the opportunity to be on the 'Parents Are Hard to Raise' #podcast series. Hear from us on 7 episodes where we discuss our work, resources from the Changing CARE teams & share the Ontario #caregiver perspective to listeners. Listen here: bit.ly/34hHh8s pic.twitter.com/uWTSnlLeug

For the first time we are able to highlight trends in the #caregiver experience. Read our latest report 'Spotlight on Ontario's Caregivers' to learn what has changed from 2018 to 2019: bit.ly/2QOu1RG pic.twitter.com/x80Ev5cYKa

Becoming a #caregiver can be an overwhelming and confusing experience, but knowledge is power. The Caregiver Wishlist discusses some of the things you can expect, and some of the things you can do to make your experience a little less stressful: bit.ly/2HCdFMN pic.twitter.com/blKQv55uxU

Spotlight on Emily @EmilyChiara Emily is a young caregiver who takes care of her mother who has dementia all while being a student. #caregiver #youngcarers #ONhealth Hear Emily's young caregiver story: bit.ly/2URENK2

Share this badge. Spread the word. Recognize #youngcarers. Join us on January 30th for #YoungCarersAwarenessDay. pic.twitter.com/5BCnXUAxVc

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