Did you know that back in 1903, The Elliott Community was known as a ‘Home for the Friendless’? A key tenet of our enduring success has been our willingness to promote acceptance, for a vulnerable population within our community. These core values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging have long been embedded in our cultural philosophy and the way of life at The Elliott Community. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of our employees, residents, community partners, and visitors. We know that when we embrace and appreciate a diverse range of people and perspectives, we create an environment and culture that welcomes everyone, and encourages our people to be their true selves, creating a place that feels like home. Today, the Elliott Community remains dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all that we do.
The Elliott Community is proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion.
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion
At The Elliott Community, we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community where all residents, families, staff, volunteers, and visitors feel valued and empowered.
To achieve this, we will:
Honour Diverse Identities:
- Respect the unique backgrounds, cultures, faiths and preferences of all individuals who live, work and visit in our Home.
- Adapt care plans, activities, and policies to meet the diverse needs of residents, their family members, staff and volunteers.
- Foster a sense of belonging for all, regardless of age, ability, ethnicity, religion, or gender.
Empower the Individual:
- Encourage all individuals who live, work and visit our Home to share their stories, skills, and wisdom.
- Involve residents and families in decision-making processes that affect their lives.
- Recognize and celebrate the contributions of our community.
Cultivate Person-Centred Relationships:
- Promote respectful and collaborative relationships that strengthen person-centred care.
- Provide training, support and co-design opportunities to be able to meet people where they are at.
- Regularly review policies and procedures to ensure they are equitable, inclusive and reflect the core purpose of The Elliott Community.
Create a welcoming home:
- Remove barriers to participation and create accessible environments.
- Embrace inclusive actions that help The Elliott Community to continually improve.
- Foster a culture of open and safe communication and feedback.
By working together, we can create a thriving community where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.