The Pines Resident & Family Portal

It is extremely important that we encourage and review the attached Infection Control Practices. With the increase in COVID-19 cases in the Simcoe-Muskoka Area and the Enhanced Measure put in place by the Ministry of Long Term Care. We want to ensure that everyone remains healthy over the holiday season.

Please click on the attachments below to review:

Fact Sheet on How to Wear a Mask

Fact Sheet on Hand Hygiene

PPE Recommended Steps

Fact Sheet on Physical Distancing

Donning and Doffing Personal Protective Equipment

IPAC CANADA Hand Hygiene

The Alzheimer Society of Muskoka has many learning opportunities and tools available to families and caregivers. See below for resources and watch for information about educational opportunities in the New Year.

Meaningful Engagement of People Living with Dementia

https://alzheimer.ca/en/take-action/become-dementia-friendly/meaningful-engagement-people-living-dementia

Routine and Activities During COVID-19

https://alzheimer.ca/en/take-action/become-dementia-friendly/meaningful-engagement-people-living-dementia

Finding Suitable Activities

https://alzheimer.ca/en/help-support/im-caring-person-living-dementia/providing-day-day-care/finding-suitable-activities

Please click on the link below to view the November meeting which included a guest speaker from the Alzheimer Society of Muskoka.

https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/6PmuOcWQj4yf9_l5OQ5lXlUBG4NmDEwGrBakmF78rQRk6g5bkxVRIlGNYd3LjFz1.nJyOTanSwefppSk7

Hello,

Over the last weeks, we came together when the Pines found itself needing to isolate over 60 residents are part of public health measures due to COVID-19.

This challenge was met by so many people, not only at the Pines but from all across the District and the Pines is now officially no longer in outbreak!

We have put together a short video to express our thanks for your help and support.

https://youtu.be/1FAoVOODizI

Take care and keep safe,

And thank you for all that you do,

Norm Barrette
Commissioner, Health Services
The District Municipality of Muskoka
70 Pine Street, Bracebridge, ON P1L 1N3

Please review the following video regarding proper hand hygiene from Public Health Ontario. -Thank you

https://www.publichealthontario.ca/en/health-topics/infection-prevention-control/hand-hygiene/jcyh-videos

Unfortunately, we have had some technical difficulties related to the recording last night. Below is the audio recording and I have also attached the slide deck so that you can follow along.

Thank you for your understanding

October Family Update.pdf

Audio Family Zoom meeting - Oct. 21.m4a

• The home is always looking for support in the dining rooms during mealtime. Vaccinated volunteers are able to assist with feeding in the dining rooms.
• The home provides training, support, and complimentary meals after assistance is provided.
• We have other opportunities for volunteers in the home. If you think that you might be interested in a volunteer capacity in the home, please connect with Kim Gibbs at ext. 4841

Please note that our Screening process has changed again related to our most recent Ministry inspection. Please be patient with the staff as they complete the process with your entry into the home. If at all possible, please avoid 1:45-2:30 pm as this is a high traffic time for employees entering the home. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

We enjoyed the entertainment, socializing, and food that was provided. We would also like to thank the District Council Members, District employees, Town of Bracebridge employees, and community members that attended the outside event. It was so nice to see all the support and celebration for the home.

Please click on the video below to enjoy a glimpse of the festivities.