The Pines Resident & Family Portal
Welcome to our information and sharing portal for The Pines Residents, their Family members, and Caregivers!
Please use the "Stay Informed" tool to get regular updates and to stay informed on important family news.
VISITOR STATUS BY HOME AREA
MAPLE - No Visitor restrictions current. General Visitors are allowed
BIRCH – No Visitor restrictions current. General Visitors are allowed
CEDAR - No Visitor restrictions current. General Visitors are allowed
OAK - No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed
SPRUCE - No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed
Welcome to our information and sharing portal for The Pines Residents, their Family members, and Caregivers!
Please use the "Stay Informed" tool to get regular updates and to stay informed on important family news.
VISITOR STATUS BY HOME AREA
MAPLE - No Visitor restrictions current. General Visitors are allowed
BIRCH – No Visitor restrictions current. General Visitors are allowed
CEDAR - No Visitor restrictions current. General Visitors are allowed
OAK - No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed
SPRUCE - No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed
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Local Artist Creates Special Mural At The Pines In Thanks To The Community
Share Local Artist Creates Special Mural At The Pines In Thanks To The Community on Facebook Share Local Artist Creates Special Mural At The Pines In Thanks To The Community on Twitter Share Local Artist Creates Special Mural At The Pines In Thanks To The Community on Linkedin Email Local Artist Creates Special Mural At The Pines In Thanks To The Community linkApril 22, 2022 (Bracebridge, ON) – Local artist Kimberly Rideout Chivers revealed a very special new mural at the Pine Long-Term Care home this week. Kimberly had announced earlier this year that she was looking to donate a mural as a way to pay it forward and thank the community that supported her during a health crisis. Her social media posts asked for suggestions from the community as to where the mural should go, and the Pines Long Term Care Home was the most popular suggestion.
Pines staff worked with Kimberly to select a special space in the Home for the mural but left the design of the mural completely up to the artist. Kimberly began painting the mural earlier this week, and the space in the Home area was closed off during the process so that no one could see it before it was complete.
“We’re just so humbled that the community voted for us, and thankful that we were chosen,” said Jennifer Ridgley, Pines Administrator. “The mural is located in a centralized location in the Home, so people will be able to enjoy it for years to come.”
Kimberly Rideout Chivers presents the new mural to residents, family, and staff at the Pines Long-Term Care who had gathered for the big reveal.
“This beautiful piece of artwork will help to add to the warmth and home-like atmosphere,” said Ridgley. “Everyone in attendance was amazed at the stunning piece of work Kimberly created.”
To see more of Kimberly Rideout Chivers work, please visit: www.dreamscenes.ca
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Care Conference to Re-Start May 2022
Share Care Conference to Re-Start May 2022 on Facebook Share Care Conference to Re-Start May 2022 on Twitter Share Care Conference to Re-Start May 2022 on Linkedin Email Care Conference to Re-Start May 2022 linkThe home will be starting to reschedule the care conferences starting in early May. Administrative staff will be reaching out to assist with scheduling a care conference for your loved one. Thank you for your patients as we re-start this process for the residents. Please note in-person care conferences will be held in the Celebration Dining Room.
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Family Zoom Meeting Recording April 19, 2022
Share Family Zoom Meeting Recording April 19, 2022 on Facebook Share Family Zoom Meeting Recording April 19, 2022 on Twitter Share Family Zoom Meeting Recording April 19, 2022 on Linkedin Email Family Zoom Meeting Recording April 19, 2022 linkPlease click on the link below to review the recording from the Family Zoom Meeting for April:
Passcode: u2RSa&2F
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General Visitor & Absences Policy Updates
Share General Visitor & Absences Policy Updates on Facebook Share General Visitor & Absences Policy Updates on Twitter Share General Visitor & Absences Policy Updates on Linkedin Email General Visitor & Absences Policy Updates linkClick on the link below to review the updated policies for General Visitors and Resident Absences:
General Visitors Policy and Procedure- updated April 5, 2022
Updated Resident Absences Policy- March 14, 2022
Please click on the links below to access the updated snapshot information:
Visitor, Absences, Social Gatherings Snapshot March 14, 2022
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The Pines Strategic Plan 2022-2025
Share The Pines Strategic Plan 2022-2025 on Facebook Share The Pines Strategic Plan 2022-2025 on Twitter Share The Pines Strategic Plan 2022-2025 on Linkedin Email The Pines Strategic Plan 2022-2025 linkThe home is happy to share the updated Strategic Plan for the next 4 years. Please click on the link below to review the document and share any feedback that you might have.
2022- 2025 The Pines Strategic Plan
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Heightened Surveillance Maple and Birch Home Area
Share Heightened Surveillance Maple and Birch Home Area on Facebook Share Heightened Surveillance Maple and Birch Home Area on Twitter Share Heightened Surveillance Maple and Birch Home Area on Linkedin Email Heightened Surveillance Maple and Birch Home Area linkSimcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has placed the Maple and Birch Home Areas in heightened surveillance as of April 4, 2022. Two staff members have tested positive for COVID-19 at this time, but do not have a link within the home. A handful of residents required isolation related to high-risk contact. The family members of the affected residents have been notified and we will continue to update with any changes.
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Recording of Family Zoom Meeting for March
Share Recording of Family Zoom Meeting for March on Facebook Share Recording of Family Zoom Meeting for March on Twitter Share Recording of Family Zoom Meeting for March on Linkedin Email Recording of Family Zoom Meeting for March linkThank you to all that were able to attend. Please click on the link below to view the recording:
https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/FUBHsd-joh5NmhCiZVN4W29H5bjJGoI97j0TWLG0x0ZeVDnZQKjjsfQKARKfuBI-.jR_yJqf4-pWoG_fePasscode: JY*$g38W
As always, if you have any questions, please reach out.
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Updated Ministry of LTC Snapshots & Key Messages
Share Updated Ministry of LTC Snapshots & Key Messages on Facebook Share Updated Ministry of LTC Snapshots & Key Messages on Twitter Share Updated Ministry of LTC Snapshots & Key Messages on Linkedin Email Updated Ministry of LTC Snapshots & Key Messages linkPlease click on the links below to access the documents (links are green):
Visitor, Absences & Social Gathering Snapshot- March 14, 2022- https://www.engagemuskoka.ca/20047/widgets/86417/documents/77188
What Residents Can Expect- March 14, 2022- https://www.engagemuskoka.ca/20047/widgets/86417/documents/77190
Key Messages to Support Residents and Families- March 14, 2022- https://www.engagemuskoka.ca/20047/widgets/86417/documents/77191
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Vaccination Policy Updated March 11, 2022
Share Vaccination Policy Updated March 11, 2022 on Facebook Share Vaccination Policy Updated March 11, 2022 on Twitter Share Vaccination Policy Updated March 11, 2022 on Linkedin Email Vaccination Policy Updated March 11, 2022 linkThe Ministry is shifting to a guidance- based approach to support long-term care homes with employer-driven immunization policies. Please review the attached Updated Vaccination Policy from The Pines LTC Home with guidance from the Ministry of Long Term Care and the District Municipality of Muskoka to ensure that our policies aligns.
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy Updated March 11, 2022
General Visitors will require to show proof of full vaccination effective March 14, 2022, if five (5) years of age or older. This will continue until March 21, 2022, after this date General Visitors will be able to enter the home without proof of vaccination. If proof is not provided by the general visitor, the visit with the resident will be restricted to their bedroom only.
All IPAC practices continue at this time:
physical distancing;
medical masks at all times in the home;
No eating or drinking with residents;
Use of designated areas for eating and drinking if required
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Surveillance Testing Updates Effective March 14, 2022
Share Surveillance Testing Updates Effective March 14, 2022 on Facebook Share Surveillance Testing Updates Effective March 14, 2022 on Twitter Share Surveillance Testing Updates Effective March 14, 2022 on Linkedin Email Surveillance Testing Updates Effective March 14, 2022 linkThe Ministry has updated the Minister's Directive on Surveillance testing and access to homes to reflect the most recent advice from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health. Updates will be effective March 14, 2022:
- Individuals who have had a confirmed case of COVID-19 infection will be required to resume surveillance testing 90 days post-infection (previously 30 days post-infection).
- Surveillance testing will no longer be required for outdoor visits. (Masks will still be required for outdoor visits)
- Recommend using combined oral and nasal sampling when using rapid antigen tests for surveillance testing.
Daily active screening and rapid antigen testing will continue for all individuals entering the LTC home unless an exception applies, as noted above.
Follow Project
Family Council
- 2024
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2023
- December 2023- Family Council Agenda and Minutes.pdf (1.6 MB) (pdf)
- 2023 11 15 FC Agenda (248 KB) (pdf)
- October 2023- Family Council Meeting Agenda and Minutes.pdf (3.4 MB) (pdf)
- September 2023- Family Council Agenda and Minutes.pdf (10.9 MB) (pdf)
- June 2023- Family Council Meeting Agenda and Minutes.pdf (2.11 MB) (pdf)
- May 2023- Family Council Agenda and Minutes.pdf (2.24 MB) (pdf)
- April 2023- Family Council Agenda and Minutes.pdf (2.68 MB) (pdf)
- March 2023- Family Council Agenda and Minutes.pdf (1.3 MB) (pdf)
- February 2023- Family Council Agenda and Minutes.pdf (3.59 MB) (pdf)
- January 2023- Family Council Minutes.pdf (2.16 MB) (pdf)
Upcoming Family Events
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September 18 2024
Diversity Calendars
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2024 Diversity Calendars
- 01-January-Template_Diversity-Print-Calendar.pdf (470 KB) (pdf)
- 02-February-Template_Diversity-Print-Calendar.pdf (382 KB) (pdf)
- 03-March-Template_Diversity-Print-Calendar.pdf (380 KB) (pdf)
- 04-April-Template_Diversity-Print-Calendar.pdf (836 KB) (pdf)
- 05-May-Template_Diversity-Print-Calendar.pdf (378 KB) (pdf)
- 06-June-Template_Diversity-Print-Calendar.pdf (573 KB) (pdf)
- 07-July-Template_Diversity-Print-Calendar.pdf (313 KB) (pdf)
- 08-August-Template_Diversity-Print-Calendar.pdf (632 KB) (pdf)
- 09-September-Template_Diversity-Print-Calendar.pdf (886 KB) (pdf)
- 10-October-Template_Diversity-Print-Calendar.pdf (629 KB) (pdf)
- 11-November-Template_Diversity-Print-Calendar.pdf (1.01 MB) (pdf)
- 12-December-Template_Diversity-Print-Calendar.pdf (325 KB) (pdf)
Key Staff Contacts
Menus and Activities Monthly Calendar
- Spring_Summer Menu 2024.pdf (169 KB) (pdf)
- September Birch Activity Calendar.pdf (35.7 KB) (pdf)
- September Maple Activity Calendar.pdf (36.9 KB) (pdf)
- September Spruce Activity Calendar.pdf (38.2 KB) (pdf)
- September Oak Activity Calendar.pdf (37 KB) (pdf)
- September Cedar Activity Calendar.pdf (37.8 KB) (pdf)
Evergreen Tribune
Essential Caregiver Request Form
Helpful Documents
- Admission Handbook (17.1 MB) (pdf)
- Long-Term Care Action Line (18.3 KB) (pdf)
- Now What? Managing the Emotional Journey of Long-Term Care (137 KB) (pdf)
- Resources for Patients Family Members and Caregivers.png (411 KB) (png)
- 9 Helpful Resources for Caregivers from CCSMH (2.85 MB) (pdf)
- Fact Sheet from Public Health related to RSV and Vaccination- 2024 (149 KB) (pdf)
FAQs
- Are there current provincial or local requirements that apply to visitors at The Pines?
- With the vaccination of residents, staff and Essential Caregivers well underway, when will measures be lifted?
- Will additional vaccination clinics be offered at the Pines?
- Can Visitors bring in a pet?
- What is the process for entering and exiting the Home?
Emergency Preparedness Plans
- Emergency Response Plan Overview September 2023.pdf (526 KB) (pdf)
- Fire plan 2023 - updated October 2023.pdf (1.32 MB) (pdf)
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Departmental Contingency Plans
- Updated November 2023- Administrative Contingency Plan.pdf (203 KB) (pdf)
- Updated November 2023- Dietary Contingency Plan.pdf (216 KB) (pdf)
- Updated November 2023- Environmental Contingency Plan.pdf (219 KB) (pdf)
- Updated November 2023- Nursing Contingency Plan.pdf (240 KB) (pdf)
- Updated November 2023- Activities Contingency Plan.pdf (196 KB) (pdf)
Infection Control Resources
Who's Listening
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