Rainycrest Long Term Care Home’s Respiratory Outbreak Declared Over
April 21, 2025
In conjunction with the Northwestern Health Unit, we have declared the end of the respiratory outbreak in the East Wing of Rainycrest Long Term Care Home. However, we are entering a Gastrointestinal Outbreak on the East Wing, which will unfortunately extend some restrictions.
Enhanced visitor restrictions include visitation, with only two (2) visitors or caregivers permitted to visit at a time. Visitors should only meet with one resident per visit. In addition, visitations with residents must take place in the residents’ rooms, not in common areas.
Restrictions on admissions, transfers, and discharges also remain in place. Large group social activities for residents on the East Wing will continue to be cancelled until further notice.
Riverside urges all visitors to conduct a self-screening before entering our facilities. Individuals experiencing symptoms are kindly asked not to visit at that time. We continue to emphasize the importance of good hand hygiene and encourage everyone to be mindful of these practices when visiting.
We understand the difficulties and strain outbreak restrictions can put on residents and their loved ones, especially around holidays, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to all for their understanding and commitment to safety during this time. Our Outbreak Management Team will continue to monitor the situation. The care and safety of our residents and families and our team members are a top priority.
Henry Gauthier
President & Chief Executive Officer
Riverside Health Care
Diana Harris
Chief Nursing Executive
Riverside Health Care Facilities