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Last update: February 26, 2024
As part of the essential workforce identified by the Province, the Canadian Centre for Addictions is committed to the health and safety of our clients and employees. We preemptively closed our centre nearly two months ago to establish rigorous safety procedures in the light of requirements to combat the spread of Covid-19 and to take the time to ensure that we have upheld our high standard of hygiene by sanitizing all services and establishing a new cleaning routine. Our unique decision also meant we could establish a necessary supply chain of cleaning and sanitizing products free from disruption. We are resuming inpatient services as of Tuesday, May 19th. Our re-opening strategy has been developed in direct consultation with both Public Health and the Ministry of Labour based on following 5 Key Instructions of Infection Prevention and Control:
SCREENING & TESTING PROTOCOLS
Screening Active COVID-19 screening will occur for Staff, Residents, and all essential visitors (eg. supporting tradespersons, etc.). For Residents:- New residents will be tested prior to admission.
- Screening for residents will begin at pre-admission and will remain active on a daily basis. Any departure and reentering of the facility will necessitate a new COVID-19 screening.
- Resident’s temperature will be taken daily.
- All staff will be tested on a monthly basis.
- Screening for Staff will be administered at the beginning of each shift. Any departure and reentering of the facility will necessitate a new COVID-19 screening.
- Staff members’ temperature will be taken daily.
Social Distancing
Social Distancing will be maintained by both Staff and Residents. Whenever the ability to maintain Social Distancing may be difficult (traveling in hallways, staircases, etc), it is recommended to wear a Face Covering.- Group Settings, Work Areas, And Dining will be modified by the organization of furniture, demarcation, or with staggered times to promote Social Distancing throughout the facility.
- Intakes will permit only one family member to accompany the resident and Social Distancing between Admission Staff must be maintained. (Screening protocols must be followed prior).
- Modifications of some activities may include outdoor spaces where Social Distancing and ventilation are more abundant. If activities can be done outside, Public Health recommends utilizing the increased space and increased ventilation.
- Psychotherapy will be done utilizing remote video technology.
- Online Video Options and In-House meetings (w/social distancing) will replace off-site meetings.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
We have secured a supply of Personal Protective Equipment which will be available to staff and residents. It is important to note that PPE is not a replacement for Social Distancing. Social Distancing is our first and most important requirement and PPEs will be added if the ability to maintain social distancing is difficult.- In situations where the ability to maintain social distancing of 2 metres or 6 feet apart (traveling hallways, staircases, etc) a face covering must be worn.
- Staff and residents are encouraged to bring a face covering that they may already be comfortable using. Washable masks can be provided upon request and a stockpile of medical masks and face shields are available for both staff and residents.
- Plexiglass paneling will be installed in the Administration Office and at the Medication Door
Environmental Hygiene
Sanitizing frequency has been increased on a daily basis. Housekeeping Staff have been working prior to re-opening to ensure- Thorough cleaning and sanitization of the Centre
- Identification and review of all high touch areas
- A review of all necessary protocols of effective disinfection
- Toilets and sinks,
- Door handles (including refrigerator)
- Kitchen surfaces and small appliances (e.g., kettles, coffee makers)
- Light switches
- Telephones and remote controls
Personal Hygiene
Hand hygiene refers to hand washing or hand sanitizing and actions are taken to maintain healthy hands and fingernails. This must be performed frequently with soap and water or hand sanitizer for 15- 20 seconds:- Before and after preparing food;
- Before and after eating;
- Before going to sleep;
- After using the toilet;
- After disposing of waste or handling dirty laundry;
- After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing;
- After interacting with other people at a distance of less than 2 metres/6 feet
- After facilitating or engaging in group activities
- Whenever hands appear dirty or are visibly soiled
- Cover your cough, nose, and mouth with a tissue when coughing and sneezing cough or sneeze into the bend of the arm, not the hand.
- Residents and staff must dispose of any tissues used as soon as possible in a lined, non-touch wastebasket and wash their hands.
