Information for Family Members, Caregivers, or Visitors

Public Health Ontario

Introduction

As a family member, caregiver, or visitor to a person living in an long-term care home or retirement home, there are important infection prevention and control concepts you need to understand if you wish to visit and keep you, your family, and those you are visiting safe. Here you will find a recorded presentation as well as several important links that will provide you information in order to achieve this.


The resources within these tabs provide an overview of COVID-19 information that will: 

  • Enhance basic understanding of core Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) principles.
  • Highlight credible resources that will inform the family members/visitors, create awareness and build capacity.
  • Assist with navigating websites and accessing up to date resources.
  • Offer guidance and practical tips for safe visits.
  • Offer suggestions on how to support/assist staff in challenging situations (meals, activities, wandering residents).



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