“It has been incredibly beneficial to work together on Accreditation readiness; we have been able to leverage each other’s expertise, which has led to not only efficiencies but also enabling our shared goal of a cohesive healthcare system in our area.”
Robin Spence Haffner
Listowel-Wingham and Area Family Health Team (LWA FHT)
The Huron Perth & Area Ontario Health Team (HPA-OHT) has transformed healthcare accreditation with our Collaborative Accreditation initiative. This innovative approach unifies healthcare standards across various sectors, enhancing quality and efficiency.
In 2022, ten organizations from six healthcare sectors joined forces to streamline the accreditation process. This collaboration has led to:
- Harmonized standards across organizations
- Promotion of best practices
- Improved care quality and patient satisfaction
In April 2024, our efforts were recognized with the Accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada.
Why It Matters
This initiative is crucial for our organizational transformation, aligning with our mission to place patient needs and values at the forefront. By integrating healthcare standards, we address critical challenges and enhance overall service delivery.
Key Achievements
- Established detailed Terms of Reference for sub-committees
- Created harmonized policy templates covering governance, infection control, medication management, and more
- Developed and adopted an equity framework, inclusion, diversity & anti-racism plan, and governance evaluation
- Ensured effective implementation through continuous monitoring and adjustments
Join the Collaborative
We invite more HPA-OHT organizations to join our Collaborative Accreditation Campaign. By sharing harmonized policies and standards, we aim to foster broader participation and promote continuous improvement over our new four-year accreditation cycle.
For more information on joining the collaborative in the next four-year cycle, please contact HPA-OHT Project Coordinator, Kim Van Wyk.
