Peel Senior Link and Resident Care Pharmacy present at the Health Quality Transformation Conference

October 24th, 2017

Toronto (October 24th, 2017) – Tiziana Pelusi, Supervisor of Client Services for Peel Senior Link and Sonia Vitorino, Pharmacy Liaison for Resident Care Pharmacy presented at the Health Quality Transformation Conference in Toronto. Their poster titled “Collaborative Approach on Medication Administration in Community Care” highlighted how a common systematic approach to medication management in frail seniors significantly contributes to reduction in medication errors.

Attended by over 2500 delegates, Health Quality Transformation brings together patients, caregivers, healthcare providers and system leaders to make our health system healthier.

To view the poster presentation, visit our Education & Research page.

Region of Peel Partnership Event

November 14th, 2023

We held yet another successful community engagement event this fall! Peel Senior Link sponsored the ‘Celebrating Peel Region Partnership’ on October 16, 2023. The event was a big accomplishment held to recognize and celebrate our 30-year partnership with the Region of Peel. Derek Rodrigues, PSL Board Chair; Councillor Martin Mederios, Region of Peel; Gary Kent, […]
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Former Mayor Hazel McCallion

January 30th, 2023

With regret we inform you that former Mayor Hazel McCallion passed away earlier on Sunday at the young age of 101. As many of you know, Hazel was a long time friend and supporter of Peel Senior Link, and of course the citizens of the City of Mississauga. She served as Honorary Chair of our […]
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Pre Election webinars

April 26th, 2022

AdvantAge Ontario, the Alzheimer Society of Ontario, and the Ontario Community Support Association, in partnership with the Metamorphosis Network, are proud to announce that we are jointly organising a series of webinars moderated by Marcia MacMillan, morning news anchor at CTV News, to discuss and highlight the commitments each major party has made to keeping […]
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2022 Ontario Budget Submission

February 22nd, 2022

Ray Applebaum, CEO, Peel Senior Link (PSL) participated in a meeting with the Ontario Minister of Finance and local MPPs last week, and had the opportunity to present our 2022 Ontario Budget Submission which we do annually. Ray presented his recommendations to provide an investment of $677 million into the Home and Community Care Sector […]
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Nonprofit Appreciation Week – February 14-20, 2022

February 11th, 2022

What is Nonprofit Appreciation Week 2022? This is a new recognition of Ontario’s nonprofit sector and its nearly 850,000 workers. It’s based on legislation to recognize nonprofit workers and organizations by the Government of Ontario, Bill 9, Nonprofit Sector Appreciation Week, 2021. It is championed by MPP Daisy Wai and the Bhayana Family Foundation; more about this […]
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Press Release – Voices of Older Adults Are Heard

February 10th, 2022

In 2016, 13% or 180,000 of Peel residents were over 65 years and by 2041 that number will increase to 20% or 276,000. Peel Council on Aging (PCoA) is a not-for-profit collective of organizations and individuals whose vision is to advance ‘healthy aging for all in a connected and caring community’. The first project PCoA […]
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Announcement – New COO – Lorena Cabral

October 27th, 2021

Mississauga (October 27, 2021) – Ray Applebaum, CEO, Peel Senior Link (PSL) is delighted to announce that Lorena Cabral will be joining us as our new COO effective November 17, 2021. Lorena comes with extensive experience in Health Care, having worked previously in Western Canada for several years in senior leadership roles for Alberta Health […]
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Managing Community Supports Webinar

October 7th, 2020

Mississauga (October 1, 2020) – In honour of International Day of Older Persons, the Sheridan Centre for Elder Research hosted, in partnership with Peel Senior Link and Indus Community Services, an online panel discussion focussing on issues currently impacting service provision in support of older adults in our communities. Community Support Services are experiencing major […]
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Peel Senior Link wins Gold Award in the 2020 Canadian HR Awards

September 25th, 2020

Mississauga (September 16, 2020) – Peel Senior Link won the gold award in the 2020 National Canadian HR Award for the Best Reward & Recognition Strategy. The ceremony, held virtually, recognizes outstanding HR teams, leaders and employers for their achievements, innovation and exceptional HR practices. The award is a testament to the work Marybeth Ward, […]
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Everyone Loves a Parade!

August 19th, 2020

Mississauga (August 19, 2020) – On Saturday, September 19th, Peel Senior Link will be hosting a super-fun, family-friendly fundraising walk called The Grand Parade! This event is a key annual fundraising event for us, and will support our expanding work with seniors throughout our community. Employees, friends, and families of Peel Senior Link successfully raised […]
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Peel Senior Link selected as Finalist for The Workhuman Award for the Best Reward & Recognition Strategy in the 2020 Canadian HR Awards

August 9th, 2020

Mississauga (July 14, 2020) – Peel Senior Link has been selected as a finalist for The Workhuman Award for the Best Reward & Recognition Strategy in the seventh annual Canadian HR Awards, presented by HRD Canada and supported by Canadian HR Reporter. The Canadian HR Awards celebrates the outstanding achievements of HR teams, leaders, employers […]
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British Medical Journal Open Quality publishes article from Peel Senior Link

July 7th, 2020

Mississauga (June 10, 2020) – As a community support agency, we are proud to publish our research work in the peer-reviewed British Medical Journal Open Quality. Summary of article: Today, healthcare is more complex than just ensuring clients receive quality care; it also involves consistently delivering excellent client experience. A non-profit community support services agency […]
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Peel Senior Link’s response to COVID-19

March 13th, 2020

March 13, 2020 A message from our CEO On March 11th, 2020, the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) a global pandemic and we all need to make decisions that best support our health and the health of those around us. As COVID-19 continues to have an impact in Canada and around the […]
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Ray Applebaum, CEO presented to 2020 Ontario Budget Consultation panel

February 20th, 2020

Mississauga (February 4, 2020) – Raymond Applebaum, CEO, Peel Senior Link presented to the 2020 Ontario Budget Consultation panel (see photo). Serving on the panel was the Honourable Rod Phillips, Minister of Finance, and Deepak Anand, Sharef Sabawy, Rudy Cuzzetto, Kaleed Rasheed, Natalia Kusendova, local M.P.P.’s. We highlighted the Economic and Quality Of Life Impact PSL’s […]
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Peel Senior Link awarded the ‘Best Work In Seniors’ by the International Peace Awards

December 23rd, 2019

Mississauga (December 21, 2019) – Peel Senior Link was honoured at the 2019 International Peace Awards with the ‘Best Work In Seniors’ award. The awards provide a critical spotlight for the service of thousands of non-profit organizations in Canada and beyond that work tirelessly to improve living conditions and quality of life for millions of people […]
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Mississauga among the first Ontario Health Teams Announced

November 26th, 2019

Mississauga (November 25, 2019) – Today, the Honourable Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health was in Mississauga along with patients, families and community groups to announce the Mississauga Ontario Health Team (Mississauga Health) as the first of 24 Ontario Health Teams (OHTs) in the province. OHTs are a new model of organizing and delivering […]
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Metamorphosis Network Forum

November 20th, 2019

Mississauga (November 20, 2019) – Metamorphosis Network held another successful forum at the Roma’s Hospitality Centre. The forum was developed to provide Community Sector updates, highlight the CSS value and role in OHT full applications, present a local panel of OHT full application representatives and engage providers in OHT’s with a focus on legal and risk […]
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Peel Senior Link’s checklist accepted as Leading Practice with Health Standards Ontario

October 28th, 2019

Mississauga (October 22, 2019) – Peel Senior Link’s Checklists in Community Care has been accepted by Health Standards Organization as a leading practice. The submission titled “Checklists in Community Care – Improving Consistency and Client Experience” met all the required criteria to be defined as a “practice carried out by a health and/or social service organization […]
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The Grand Parade

October 15th, 2019

We are delighted to announce that the Grand Parade successfully raised net proceeds in the amount of $11,942.77. We are grateful to the 40 volunteers and 79 walkers in making this event successful. These donations will support local programs and services operated by PSL that enable seniors to live independently with dignity and respect. Peel […]
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Marybeth Ward opened the National Seniors Day event at Centre for Education & Training

October 7th, 2019

Mississauga (October 3, 2019) – Marybeth Ward, Director Human Resources & Privacy Officer opened the National Seniors Day event in conjunction with the Centre for Education & Training to acknowledge and celebrate older adults in the community.
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Tiziana Pelusi and Swapnil Rege invited speakers at the First National Summit on Integrated Care

October 2nd, 2019

Toronto (September 26, 2019) – Swapnil Rege, COO and Tiziana Pelusi, Community Development Coordinator presented at the First National Integrated Care Summit in Toronto. Their presentation titled “Integrating community pharmacy strategies to improve community care medication management” focused on the critical role PSW’s can play in reducing medication errors for frail and complex seniors in the […]
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Marybeth Ward named a finalist for the Rising Star Award by Your Workplace

June 26th, 2019

Toronto (June 20, 2019) – Marybeth Ward, Director Human Resources & Privacy Officer was named a finalist for the Rising Star Award at the Your Workplace HR Awards of Excellence. The recognition celebrates her excellence and dedication to the employees of Peel Senior Link and ongoing commitment to the organization. On behalf of the organization, we […]
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Swapnil Rege invited to speak at the 4th Annual IoT, Big Data Healthcare Summit

June 26th, 2019

Toronto (June 12, 2019) – Swapnil Rege, COO, was invited to speak on a panel discussing the use of technology in seniors care. He was joined by Shelley Burnett, National Director – Digital Health & Innovation at Bayshore HealthCare and Candace Chartier, Healthcare Consultant. The panel debated the opportunities and challenges technology poses with its […]
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Peel Senior Link, Community Partners and Sheridan launch new toolkit to support older immigrant adults

June 13th, 2019

June 11, 2019 – To mark Seniors’ Month in Ontario this June, the Sheridan Centre for Elder Research is excited to launch the Building Connected Communities: Social Isolation and Loneliness Toolkit. The toolkit assists individuals who interact or work with older adults such as caregivers, healthcare workers, faith leaders and community organizations. It includes a checklist to determine if an […]
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Metamorphosis Network event highlighted newly approved Ontario Health Agency

May 30th, 2019

Mississauga (May 14, 2019) – Metamorphosis Network puts a spotlight on the newly approved Ontario Health Agency, and emerging Ontario Health Teams sponsoring a forum to provide a shared understanding of the health transformation agenda and partnership opportunities for Community Support, Mental Health & Addiction, and Community Health Centres Health Service Providers (HSP’s): Board governors; Clients/Caregivers; […]
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Peel Senior Link will host The Grand Parade – ‘Walking for Independence’ on June 1st, 2019

May 3rd, 2019

Mississauga (May 13th, 2019) The Grand Parade – ‘Walking for Independence’ In Canada, growing older can often rob people of status, a sense of being valued, and even self-respect. On Saturday, June 1st, we’re walking and fundraising to publicly honour and support aging friends and family. This event is a key fundraising event for Peel […]
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Peel Senior Link hosts M.P.P. Sara Singh

April 15th, 2019

Brampton (April 12, 2019) – Peel Senior Link (PSL) was pleased to host Sara Singh, MPP, Brampton Centre and Deputy Leader, Official Opposition at Knightsbridge, to showcase the Assisted Living for High Risk Seniors 24/7 hub & spoke service model. We shared the unique medication management program offered by PSL, which significantly reduces medication-related hospital emergency […]
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Peel Senior Link’s Medication Management Program accepted as a Leading Practice with Health Standards Organization

April 3rd, 2019

Mississauga (March 26, 2019) – Peel Senior Link and Resident Care Pharmacy’s partnership with the Medication Management Program has been accepted by Health Standards Organization as a leading practice. The submission titled “Health Quality, Safety, and Enhanced Experience for Community-Based Client – A Collaborative Medication Management Program” met all the required criteria to be defined as […]
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Peel Senior Link hosts M.P.P. Kevin Yarde

March 25th, 2019

Brampton (March 22, 2019) – Peel Senior Link (PSL) was pleased to host M.P.P. Kevin Yarde Brampton North at Manorbridge to showcase the innovative collaboration for seniors living with mental health challenges. The program funded by the CWLHIN, Integrated Seniors Team, is a partnership between PSL, Punjabi Community Health Services (PCHS), and Services and Housing in […]
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Peel Senior Link receives an honourary mention at the Central West LHIN Quality Awards 2019

February 27th, 2019

Brampton (February 21, 2019) – Peel Senior Link (PSL) was a recipient of a honourary mention at the Central West LHIN Quality Awards 2019. There were a total of 15 applicants, of which 3 agencies received the honourary mention. Peel Senior Link, in partnership with Resident Care Pharmacy, developed a comprehensive Medication Management Program (MMP) that […]
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