Respiratory Illness Season is here, which means we must all be extra vigilant in protecting residents and their families. At Yee Hong, we have taken measures to prepare for the challenging winter season by organizing immunization clinics for residents and staff, verifying plans to respond to possible outbreaks and ensuring our homes are well stocked with essential items and PPE supplies. We are also working with Ontario Health Teams, local pharmacies, and other community healthcare partners to promote immunization clinics.
Family members have a large role to play in keeping residents safe by:
- Testing yourself for COVID-19 if you have been exposed or are not sure
- Staying home if you are sick.
- Wearing masks when visiting and keeping them on at all times.
- Washing your hands fully and often.
- Getting your flu and COVID-19 vaccines as soon as they become available to you.
Keeping everyone safe and healthy will always be our top priority. I am proud of the work Yee Hong’s team did to protect our residents throughout the pandemic, and confident in our ability to demonstrate the same resilience during the flu season ahead.