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Outbreaks & Visiting Guidelines

  • ​No active outbreaks at this time.​

COVID-19 Guidelines​

On-Site Rapid Testing​

  • Rapid Antigen Testing on-site is not required upon entry. 

Passive Screening

  • Self-monitoring and following signage posted at the entrance are mandatory – do not come into the building if you are sick.

Vaccines

  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccine is not required upon entry. 

Resident Absences

  • There are no COVID-19 guidelines regarding resident absences -  outbreak guidelines regarding absences may be made by the Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit.
  • Please notify a unit staff member that a resident is leaving the unit.

Indoor Visits

  • The visitor log book must be signed upon entering and exiting the building for both COVID-19 contact tracing purposes in the event of an outbreak, and to know who is in the building in the event of an emergency.

  • Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required to be worn when visiting a resident in isolation- we will continue to follow any direction provided by the Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit.

Masking

  • Effective March 4, 2024, there are no masking requirements.
  • Masks are located in the Robertson Ave and King Street entrances if you so choose to wear one in the building.
  • Masks continue to be required when designated as necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for rooms/ units that are in isolation or in outbreak status.
  • Chatham-Kent Public Health may provide direction for masks to be worn during high periods of risk in the community. 

Please Note:

  • We are requesting proper hand hygiene when in the building. 
  • Items for residents must be delivered directly to the resident. 
  • Guidelines are subject to change.

Riverview Gardens Visitor Policy​


Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Policies

Confirming an Outbreak

Emergency Roles

Outbreak Plan

​IPAC Emergency Disaster Contacts 


For more information or questions about our services call 519-352-4823 or email us at ckseniors@chatham-kent.ca.

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