We want you!

CGMH is seeking Patient and Family Advisors, and Patient, Family, and Caregiver Advisory Committee members.

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What is Patient, Family and Caregiver engagement at CGMH?

Patient, family and caregiver engagement is focused on increasing the role of patients and family members to enhance health care delivery, health outcomes, and community involvement.

Who is involved in Patient, Family and Caregiver engagement at CGMH?

Formed in 2017, the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital Patient, Family and Caregiver Advisory Committee is comprised of patients, family members, patient representatives and hospital staff.

CGMH has two levels of patient, family and caregiver engagement:

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The Patient Family Advisor Role (PFA)

CGMH's patient, family and caregiver engagement begins as a Patient Family Advisory (PFA). A PFA is a member who partners with CGMH health care professionals to improve health care for everyone.

They provide as much time as they are willing and able to
They apply through our PFA online application
They have prior experience with CGMH, as either a patient, family member of a patient, or caregiver
Participate in CGMH committees, working groups, and projects to provide the patient and family voice to hospital activities.

If you are interested in applying for a position click here.

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The Patient, Family, and Caregiver Advisory Committee Role (PFCAC)

A PFCAC member participates on an advisory body to the hospital; which provides patient perspectives and advice on strategic health priorities that have an impact on care and health care experience of patients.

They commit to a 2-year term
They are available to meet every 2 months for 2 hours
They apply through our PFCAC online application
They have prior experience with CGMH, as either a patient, family member of a patient, or caregiver

If you are interested in applying for a position click here.

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You're the right fit for PFCAC, if you:

Have experience as a CGMH patient, family member or caregiver
Bring diversity to the committee with respect to location, age, gender, background, culture, and health service-related experiences
Have a desire to work collaboratively with CGMH in improving the quality, safety and experience of patient care
Participate in 2 hour bi-monthly meetings (every other month)

How do I apply for a position?

Scan below or click here to apply.

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