Welcome! We wanted to introduce ourselves, and this project, which, like much of our work, was born out of a problem.
In 2006, the Population Health Committee of South Shore Health, South West Health and Annapolis Valley Health hosted a conference on Nova Scotia’s beautiful south shore. Titled “Working Towards Health Together”, the conference brought in internationally known and local champions of population health. Attendees included health care administration, some health care staff, community health board members, and community partners. It was, by all accounts, a success.
But not for us. Why?
Because many of our colleagues on the front lines of health care couldn’t attend. Couldn’t learn, couldn’t teach us about their challenges, couldn’t participate. We all know the reason. Front line health care is a tremendously busy place to be. They couldn’t get to us. So how could we bring the discussion to them?
As we were together, problem solving, one of us said, well, what about a video? And the rest of us replied, sure! Why not?
To say we knew nothing about producing a video is to understate the case. But we did have passion, we had an idea, and with the support of the executive in our district health authorities, and at Nova Scotia Health Promotion and Protection, we were able to pursue it. With Mathew Welsh and his team at Journeyman Films, we were able to create a piece of work that we are truly proud of. This film not only showcases some truly amazing people, we also hope it will spur discussion, ideas, and action on how we can redefine, rebuild and reconnect to health.
The Population Health Working Group would like to thank the people who were so generous in opening themselves up to us – especially Stan and Geneva, Donna and her family, and Diana. They gave of their time, and their privacy, and for that we are truly and deeply grateful. We would also like to thank the health care workers who gave of their time to this project. It speaks to the commitment that they have not only to their patients, but to the care and commitment they have to health.
Take time to explore this site – watch the video, use the tools, and give us your feedback. And we’ll give you ours.
What’s your picture of health? What’s your role in the health care system? Can you imagine it differently?
We want to try.
Hi there,
My name is Amy MacNeil and I am a Student Practical Nurse in my first year of practice. Seeing this video really opened my eyes to the BIG picture. After watching this video i reflected on my own thoughts and realized that this is why i chose to become a nurse, to help and support client’s who are willing to help themselves to live a better life. This video really moved me and I just wanted to let you all know that you did an amazing job. When Diana’s nurse at the last said something about treating the patient and understanding them and not treating them as just their “diagnoses” was the most moving and eye opening part of the video. GREAT JOB !!!!!!!!
Thanks so much for your kind words Amy! Understanding that connection is vital – we all want to be treated as people:) Good luck on your studies and all the best in your career!
HI
A collegue forwarded me the link to your video. I would like to congratulate your team on this great video. The personal stories were very interesting and capativated my attention from beginning to end. A great way to tell the story of population health in action.
I have just recently finished the LPN program and while on internship a nurse manager mentioned this site. I was moved by the videos and the stories that touch so close to home. I have been popping on ever since to read a headline here and there and will continue to do so. Great job and please continue to keep us informed
This is an absolutely amazing and powerful group of videos!!
KUDOS
Thanks! We appreciate it! Please free to use them in your work.
This was really touching and it really did broaden my perspective on health and the community. I think everyone should watch this; it really makes you want to change your behaviour to become more selfless and get more involved with helping others.
Thanks so much – I’ve viewed it so many times now, and it still makes me want to change the world:)
Da würde ich doch glatt vermuten, dass dieser Artikel
“Redefine. Rebuild. Reconnect.” glatt von mir verfasst wurde so exzellent wie der geschrieben
ist. Alle Daumen nach oben und weiterhin viel Erfolg weiter so
in Zukunft!