Key Players

There are multiple players that come together to help create a successful Health TAPESTRY project. These may overlap, and include:

  1. McMaster University and the Health TAPESTRY Central Team
  2. A primary care organization
  3. The Canadian Red Cross or other volunteer organization
  4. Community organizations

You can learn more about each of these players and their role in Health TAPESTRY by clicking on the links below.

Role of McMaster University and the Health TAPESTRY Central Team

McMaster University provides guidance and support to the implementation and on-going operation of Health TAPESTRY. McMaster is responsible for the overall management, ongoing monitoring and rigorous oversight of the project. The Health TAPESTRY Central Team is part of the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. The team works to manage the … Continue reading Role of McMaster University and the Health TAPESTRY Central Team

Role of Primary Care Organziation

The majority of formalized health care delivery takes place in primary care settings. Health TAPESTRY uses interprofessional teams to more effectively meet the needs of our aging population through the combined use of technology, system navigation, trained community volunteers, and partnerships among primary care and community agencies. Primary Care Organizations work to streamline care coordination … Continue reading Role of Primary Care Organziation

Role of the Volunteer Organization

Working with a Volunteer Organization To include health care volunteers in Health TAPESTRY, a volunteer organization is a critical element to have in place prior to starting implementation. The volunteer organization will work as an extension of the primary care team, scheduling volunteer home visits that are an essential starting point for every client’s involvement in … Continue reading Role of the Volunteer Organization

Role of Community Organizations

There are many potential areas for community organizations to be involved in the implementation of Health TAPESTRY. If your organization is involved as the volunteer coordination partner, click here. If you would like to find out more about Health TAPESTRY’s process in engaging the community, click here.