Recipients of the Awards of Excellence in Brain Injury Rehabilitation

Essentially You Inc.,

Essentially You Inc.

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The Essentially You Inc team are both humbled and thrilled to be nominated for the 2019 Award of Excellence in Brain Injury Rehabilitation. Maxine is a Registered Clinical Social Worker and founder of Essentially You Inc. She has over 26 years of Social Work, Senior Social Services Management, Case Management and business leadership experience. Maxine has worked across the spectrum of health care including the former Community Care Access Centre (CCAC), hospital rehabilitation, mental health and long term care settings. She holds a Masters Degree in Social Work, Bachelor of Science (Honours) Degree in Social Work and is also a Certified Social Work Practice Teacher.

Maxine founded Essentially You Inc in 2008 based on her extensive management experience and knowledge of navigating health care and rehabilitation services in both Canada and England. Essentially You Inc specializes in providing Attendant Care/Personal Support Worker services to clients and families throughout Ontario. For over a decade the Essentially You Inc philosophy of matching the best fit PSW for the client, exemplifies the dedication and quality of care received by individuals and families every day.

In addition to leading the Essentially You team, this past year Maxine played an instrumental role with the Ontario Rehabilitation Association in the successful Attendant Care rate lobbying with FSCO.

The Essentially You Inc team are committed to giving back to the community through fundraising, volunteering and raising awareness to the needs of individuals and families living with a brain injury and serious MVA injuries. We support the Eden Community Food For Change and Cambridge Food Bank in preparing hot meals for community members in need throughout the year. Maxine is also a triathlete and avid marathon runner. For the past few years she has used her passion for long distance running through proactive involvement in fund raising events that support brain injury community organizations.

On behalf of the Essentially You Inc team it truly is an honour to be nominated for this award.

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14 Comments
  • Amanda McCormick says:

    Very good

  • Colleen Boyce says:

    Congratulations on your nomination Jessica.

  • Giselle Dias says:

    Congratulations Jessica!
    I have always admired your tenacious advocacy and your passion for justice. You are exceptional at advocating and supporting the most marginalized patients. Thank you for the work that you do:)

  • Anthony Urquhart says:

    Extremely well deserved! Congratulations Jessica on your nomination and thank you for all your hard work.

  • Ashley Tyler-Smith says:

    Congratulations Jess!

  • Kim Renaud says:

    Congratulations Jessica

  • Giselle Dias says:

    Jessica is a skilled and dedicated social worker. I have always been impressed with her strong advocacy skills and the care she offers to the people she works with. Jessica is a particularly strong advocate for marginalized communities and works hard to ensure they get fair treatment from the health care system and community organizations.

    As a fellow social worker I am grateful to have the opportunity to learn from Jessica. This nomination is well earned and deserved.

  • Lindsey Anslow says:

    Congratulations, a well deserved nomination.

  • Ken says:

    congrats Jessica!

  • Sharon Kelly says:

    Congratulations Jessica!

  • Gillian Dias says:

    Congratulations Jessica on your well-deserved nomination! Your dedication and advocacy in social work have truly made a significant impact on the lives of many. This recognition is a testament to your unwavering commitment and compassion. Your work not only uplifts individuals but also inspires others to contribute to meaningful change. Wishing you continued success and fulfillment in all that you do.

  • Clareen Akshinthala says:

    Congratulations on your nomination Jessica!

  • Marilena Savino Savino says:

    Jessica is PURE GOLD! Her strength is in her PASSION to ensure that her patients are provided with the utmost quality of care. Her vast knowledge, sense of humor, integrity, compassion and tenacity are qualities that make her an excellent advocate for those that are under her care. Thank you for representing your profession with excellence!!

  • Nicole Galeotalanza says:

    Congratulations on this nomination!

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