June 25, 2023- Cedar Outbreak Update

CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.

Cedar Home remains in a respiratory outbreak with four (4) residents currently isolated with symptoms of cough and hoarseness. We have received the pathogen at this time and it is Rhinovirus. Resident symptoms are mild and resolving fairly quickly at this time. Family members of those affected residents are aware. No General Visitors at this time to Cedar Home Area; essential caregiver at a maximum of two (2) at a time.

We will send updates regularly as we work through this most recent outbreak.

Measures at this time include:

Eye Protection for all on Cedar at all times. Please disinfect when leaving the unit.
On-unit activities for Cedar residents only
twice daily symptom screening for residents
Prompt isolation of any symptomatic residents
Staff Cohorting where possible
Social distancing where possible
Resident hand hygiene before meals and snacks and whenever possible
Enhanced Environmental Cleaning on Cedar and in shared spaces in the home

If you have any questions, please connect with Melissa Muir-Clark at ext. 4752