The PSW Podcast

Powered by the Ontario PSW Association- Hosted by REAL PSWs who are joined by fellow Personal Support Workers and industry experts to discuss the real truths behind the scenes of Canada’s healthcare system.

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Episodes

Mar 31, 2023

19 min

Pillway is changing the way we look at our prescriptions by providing an online service for those looking for assistance with their current prescriptions, exploring alternatives, and more. The idea of an online pharmacy is daunting but after speaking with both Harv, and David- I learned quickly that this route is actually a holistic, and inclusive way of revolutionizing a system that has been un-touched for years. 

Mar 24, 2023

34 min

This week we talk with Entrepreneurial PSW Lori Weitzel. 
Here Lori lets us in on how she does things, boundaries as a private care PSW, her unique website, and more. 
 
Thanks for listening! :) 
 

Mar 17, 2023

22 min

This week we are joined by Jim Closs from Age Safe Cananda. Jim speaks on the importance of home safety, how looking for safety concerns benefits us all, and how this training can actually help workers manage their clients. He puts a new spin on what safety training really means for us! 

Mar 10, 2023

26 min

This week Tay sits down with David Gregg, a new grad PSW who recently swapped careers from a background in IT. David talks about what drew him in to the PSW field and his passion for it. A feel-good podcast for those looking to re-ignite their love for the field. 
 

Feb 24, 2023

12 min

Today Tay flies on a solo rant discussing the ever-present divide that is being created in the field. Using real-life examples she articulates how easy it truly is to create and spread misinformation and how really standing together is where we hold our power. 

Feb 17, 2023

33 min

Join us as we chat with HSW Sarah Hulme. 
Sarah recounts her experiences, we discuss the title itself, and how it is being utilized in the community. 

Feb 3, 2023

33 min

Join Tay and DSW Britt as they discuss the hardships and realities of frontline healthcare in Ontario.

Feb 1, 2023

2 min

Host Taylor Booroff kicks off the PSW Podcast with the plan for 2023 shows! 

Dec 19, 2022

6 min

Join Tay as she interviews OPSWA CEO Miranda Ferrier, Director of Operations Ian DaSilva and HR Manager Debbie Jensen on their end of year with OPSWA and next steps into 2023!

Nov 28, 2022

41 min

PSW Podcast - Episode 10 - Tay is joined by Pandemic PSW Paige to discuss the gaps in PSW Education by creating online/hybrid programs. the pressure it places on current staff/new PSWs and the importance of systemic change for all. 

Meet the Ontario PSW Association

 Trusted by over 50,000 PSWs

The Ontario Personal Support Worker Association is the Professional Association for PSWs across Ontario.
 
Since 2010, OPSWA has grown substantially. We have become the official voice for PSWs with Media across our nation and Federal & Provincial Governments. OPSWA is currently advocating the Ontario Government for Recognition and Respect for the PSWs and have been successful in helping create and pass Bill 283 for Regulation of Personal Support Workers. 
 
We continuously strive to improve the professional status of the Personal Support Workers of Ontario through advocacy for excellence and consistency in training, services, working conditions, and value to those we serve.

 

For more information on the Association

www.opswa.ca 

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