Printed Media
Staying Out of Hospital
Healthier For Loved Ones to Stay at Home
Toby Kraman, The Jewish Magazine
Four superbugs are rampant in Canadian hospitals right now, and thousands have died this past year. Our focus is to protect our patients and keep them out of hospital or as safe as possible.
A Daughter’s Journey to Care for her Mother in Canada – The Melman Story
Judy Siblin-Librach, Sajac News
When a loved one becomes seriously ill, we often don’t know where to turn. This heart warming personal story provides guidance through the healthcare system.
Parent Care
Home Health Care – Have high expectations
Hugh Wesley, Comfort Life Magazine
About three years ago, Orella observed her memory slipping and, once again, met with her family. They touched base with Andrea Nathanson, director of Qualicare, to be prepared, should future health management or care be necessary.
Of Boomers and Sandwichers
Andy Levy
Their parents might have started the generation off with a bang, but for the millions of Canadian baby-boomers turning sixty this year and in the decade ahead, these once-vital fathers and mothers are now entering the twilight of their lives.
New Boomer Career: assisting loved ones
Risha Gotlieb
Canadians who find themselves conscripted into the role of care-giver say it can turn their lives upside down as they grapple with the complexities of illnesses and medical treatments. Some turn to professional services for help.
Who We Are
Guiding Light Through Crises
Bruce Stapley, York Region Business Times
Wayne and Andrea Nathanson know a crisis when they see one. The Thornhill couple established a personalized healthcare management business.
Andrea & Wayne Nathanson - Reaching Out & Reaching In
Andy Ajzenkopf, Lifestyles Magazine
“All our case managers are nurses. So you have someone who is medically proficient who can orchestrate and coordinate care” says Wayne, Qualicare’s President. “We look at every person as an individual and we customize, jointly with the government, what we can do to make individuals’ situations better, more comfortable, more dignified and more cost efficient.” says Andrea, Qualicare’s Executive Director.
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Concierge Healthcare
She Leads with Determination, Expertise, and Healing Empathy
Special to Canadian Healthcare Professional
“Doctors think of us in situations where they struggle with the system’s constraints” asserts Andrea. With Qualicare in mind, they ask their patients: “whether they need extra help.” With our guidance and support, we can improve their chances of successful outcomes.
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Palliative Care
Compassionately Managing Care
By Andrea Nathanson, RN, Rehab & Community Care Medicine
“Palliative” and “Care” are two words that may provoke fear and confusion in patients, their family members and loved ones. Here is some helpful information I share with clients in my work as a registered nurse and primary palliative case manager.
Elder Care Services
Who is Taking Care of Mom or Dad?
Deirdre McMurdy, The National Post
Private elder-care services growing exponentially.
Healthcare Advocacy
Advocates a Guide Through Healthcare Maze
Marilyn Linton, The Toronto Sun Newspaper
"For several years, I've been talking about the need for health care advocates, people upon whom you could call when the health care system became overwhelming as is often (mostly) the case when serious illness strikes…They'd be quarterbacks, fairy godmothers."
Lifestyles Lessons from the Trenches
Deirdre McMurdy, The Financial Post
If there’s one thing that dominates our culture and our economy with equal forces, it’s the eternal quest for convenience.
Healthcare Coordination
Helping Families Navigate the Health-Care System
Carolyn Blackman, The Canadian Jewish News
Finding proper care for aging relatives or those with disabilities, can be a daunting task. There are agencies, however, that can help.
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Navigating Healthcare
Finding Guidance Through Our Healthcare Maze
Michel Brabant, Senior Source Magazine
It used to be that you could count on family doctors to provide that extra care and guidance needed. But today everyone seems so occupied and at capacity, that it is easy to feel overwhelmed and confused.
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