GEM Health Care Services

09/03/2026

Getting extra support can increase the quality of life for yourself and your loved ones. At GEM Health Care Services, our team offers comprehensive home care services, ensuring that all your needs are met with the highest standards of care.

To learn more and contact our team, visit https://gemhealthcare.com/

07/30/2026

Did you know? The federal government’s Disability Tax Credit (DTC) provides significant financial relief for persons with disabilities and their supporting family members. This non-refundable tax credit helps offset some of the extra costs associated with living with a disability. For 2026, the disability amount is $10,341, providing up to $1,448 in federal tax relief. Eligibility for the DTC also serves as a requirement for access to seventeen other key federal supports, including the Canada Disability Benefit, the Child Disability Benefit, the Registered Disability Savings Plan, and the Canada Disability Savings Grant and Bond.

This year, the application process has been updated to improve the DTC application process for persons with disabilities, and to reduce paperwork for medical practitioners. To learn more, check out our latest blog post: https://gemhealthcare.com/index.php/2026/07/29/disability-tax-credit-reforms-to-make-access-easier/

07/29/2026

07/27/2026

Did you know? Getting extra support can increase the quality of life for yourself and your loved ones. At GEM Health Care Services, our team offers comprehensive home care services, ensuring that all your needs are met with the highest standards of care.

To learn more, visit https://gemhealthcare.com/

07/23/2026

PSWs are the real miracle workers. 💜

Tag a PSW who inspires you every day.

07/17/2026

Stroke can happen at any age. Recognizing the signs of stroke and calling 9-1-1 immediately can mean the difference between life and death, or the difference between a better recovery and a lasting disability.
Let’s all share the FAST signs of stroke.
https://bit.ly/424nI3S

07/15/2026

Getting extra support can increase the quality of life for yourself and your loved ones. At GEM Health Care Services, our team offers comprehensive home care services, ensuring that all your needs are met with the highest standards of care.

To learn more, visit https://gemhealthcare.com/

07/15/2026

Stay Safe During the Heat Wave, PSWs!

Whether you're working in the community, long-term care, retirement, or hospital settings, don't forget to take care of yourself while you care for others.

💧 Stay hydrated
🧢 Take breaks when you can
🌳 Seek shade or air conditioning whenever possible
👕 Wear lightweight, breathable clothing
⚠️ Watch for signs of heat exhaustion in yourself, your coworkers, and those in your care

Thank you for everything you do to keep Ontarians safe, even during extreme heat.

Stay cool and take care of yourselves!

07/13/2026

A heat warning has been issued by Environment Canada for the City of Ottawa beginning July 13th and extending until at least July 15th.

More info: https://weather.gc.ca/en/location/index.html?coords=45.403,-75.687

07/10/2026

Prevention starts with knowing your risk. Nine in ten Canadians have at least one risk factor for stroke or heart disease. Almost 80% of premature stroke and heart disease can be prevented through healthy behaviors. That means that habits like eating healthy, being active and living smoke free, have a big impact on your health.
Many risk factors are within your power to control. Find out what they are.
Learn the steps to lower your risk: https://bit.ly/4eywL41.