Qmentum Global™ for Indigenous Health and Wellness
Welcome to the Qmentum Global for Indigenous Health and Wellness program, your first step towards achieving continuous improvement in the delivery of safer care. A first-of-its-kind accreditation program that recognizes traditional healing and wellness as essential to better meet the needs of Indigenous communities.
This program is grounded on integrating cultural safety and humility into health practices and is tailored to the distinct priorities of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. It applies to:
- Community health centres and hospitals
- Healing lodges and treatment centres
- Home care and support services
- Long-term care services
- Mental health and addiction services
- Nursing stations
- Primary care services
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“Our accreditation award is a testament to the fact that everyone here makes quality and safety a priority. It’s embedded in what we do every day, from how we sterilize medical instruments to how we handle medications, to using a trauma-informed approach and to how we treat clients with respect and humility.”
—Melodie Touchette, Health Director at Biigtigong Mno-zhi-yaawgamig
The Program Focuses On:
- Cultural Safety and Humility: Integrating cultural safety and humility into health practices, by acknowledging the distinct experiences, insights, and perspectives of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.
- Service Delivery: Ensuring your community receives essential services through culturally relevant practices by a workforce deeply aligned with the values of the community.
- Safety Practices: Maintaining rigorous safety protocols, from infection prevention and control to medication management, ensuring a safe environment.
- Leadership: Strengthening leadership within communities to guide the delivery of care that is safe, high-quality, and grounded in the wisdom and teachings of Indigenous Peoples.
- People-Centred Care: Embracing a people-centred approach in service delivery, ensuring care is tailored to community needs, leading to better outcomes.
Improve Quality and Safety Through:
A program that recognizes holistic healing and wellness as essential to better meet the needs of communities.
A four-year accreditation cycle that demonstrates your organization’s commitment to safety, quality, and accountability.
A first-of-its-kind HSO Global Workforce Survey™ that enhances workforce collaboration by cultivating a culture of continuous learning that honours both the past and present.
Tailored educational sessions and community resources to ensure a seamless and well-supported accreditation journey.
Customizable self-assessments that enable organizations to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
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