In-Class Project Showcase December 2024

Promoting Health for Women Experiencing Mental Health Challenges

This project aimed to create tools for women facing mental health challenges to support their well-being. A booklet and shower hanger were designed to address common women’s health concerns. The shower hanger includes simple self-breast exam instructions, while the booklet offers information on contraception, menstrual tracking, menopause, and screening tests. These resources help the Assertive Community Treatment Team foster a safe space for clients to discuss their health and raise concerns.

Adverse Childhood Experiences: What are they and how do we Mitigate the Effects?

In collaboration with Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Center (PQCHC), we aimed to address Adverse Childhood Experiences and their impact on children’s development. Our project emerged from the recognition of a knowledge gap in the community about ACEs. Consequently, we focused on the specific programs offered by PQCHC that empowered parents with effective strategies and resources. Our goal was to promote these programs so families could access support and reduce the effects of ACEs.

Perinatal Parent Support Program: Supported From The Start

The Perinatal Parent Support Program provides care to pregnant and parenting populations living in the Ottawa area. In order to support other health units in Southeastern Ontario with caring for these populations, a package detailing the “Perinatal Parent Support Program: Supported from the Start” was created and delivered to obstetrical care providers so that they may share this resource with their patients.

Empowering Informed Care: Educational Resources on Heart Failure (HF) and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Illness Trajectories in collaboration with Champlain Hospice Palliative Care Program

This project developed clear and accessible infographics for patients, illustrating the illness trajectories of Heart Failure and COPD. The goal of this project was to create resources that empower patients to engage in goals of care discussions, integrate early palliative care approaches and promote positive outcomes for life-limiting diseases.

Nurturing the Next Generation

Nurturing the Next Generation” bridges the gap between high school and university by equipping SHSM health students with practical skills and interprofessional competencies. Pre- and post-survey results show significant knowledge expansion, helping students envision careers in healthcare while preparing them for the complexities of the field and diverse career pathways.