Masking on Resident Units
at Yee Hong
In response to a recent decrease in seasonal respiratory viruses, Yee Hong will discontinue universal masking. However, masking will continue to be required in the resident home areas until the end of the respiratory season (in April) or pending further evaluation. These changes will take effect on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Masking outside resident home areas will become optional, though it remains recommended.
In addition to masking, please adhere to the following infection prevention and control measures to keep everyone in the home safe by:
- Please consider re-scheduling your visit to our home and community location if you have had close contact with individuals exhibiting respiratory symptoms.
- Self-screen for any flu-like or COVID-19 signs or symptoms (such as fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, etc.) prior to your visit.
- Stay home if you are sick or experiencing any flu-like or COVID-19 symptoms.
- Wash your hands often and thoroughly.
- Stay up to date with your vaccinations.
- Comply with other IPAC measures as instructed by the home or staff during outbreaks.
When taking a resident out on a leave of absence:
- Do NOT bring a resident to your home if someone in the household is sick with infectious symptoms.
- Remind and assist the resident with cleaning / washing their hands.
If you have any questions, please contact your local Infection Prevention and Control Manager.
Thank you for your full support and compliance as we keep our residents and everyone safe during this respiratory season.
Building Access During an Outbreak
When a long-term care home is on outbreak, we all have a responsibility to ensure the continued health, safety and care of our residents, caregivers, families, visitors and staff. One of the protective measures we take includes limiting visitor access.
When a home is on outbreak, two essential caregivers per resident will be allowed to visit throughout the entire outbreak duration. This is to limit the risk of transmission and help keep residents safe. End-of-life exemptions will apply. Your loved one’s care team will work with you and your family in these situations.
Find out more about infection prevention and control (IPAC) practices to protect yourself and others.
IPAC Manager Contact Information
Yee Hong Centre Scarborough McNicoll
Bonnie Ip
Infection Prevention and Control Manager
Tel: 416-412-4571 ext. 2217
Email: Bonnie.Ip@yeehong.com
Yee Hong Centre Scarborough Finch
Ben Tsz Fung Cheung
Infection Prevention and Control Manager
Tel: 416-412-4571 ext. 5106
Email: Tszfung.Cheung@yeehong.com
Yee Hong Centre Markham
Nancy Chau
Infection Prevention and Control Manager
Tel: 416-412-4571 ext. 3202
Email: Nancy.Chau@yeehong.com
Yee Hong Centre Mississauga
Aaron Wu
Infection Prevention and Control Manager
Tel: 416-412-4571 ext. 4632
Email: Aaron.Wu@yeehong.com