COVID-19 Updates from February 18th, 2021, to February 24th, 2021

Our values, vision, and mission together with your well-being and the well-being of people who use our services continue to be our top priority during the current pandemic.

This week, look for the following updates:

SUPPORT PEOPLE TAB

With all public health units scheduled to exit lockdown as of February 22nd the lockdown directions that were in place will end and we will default back to our previously used guidelines. MCCSS has updated their visitor and operational guidelines for additional clarity.

The following resources have been updated for the week of February 18th to February 25th.

  • COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist
  • COVID-19 Current Activity Restrictions
    • MCCSS released new guidelines that outline activity restrictions that correspond to your local Public Health Colour Zone.
    • Additional information about Christian Horizons specific situations, including in person meetings, training and employees working in office, have been included in the same template
  • PPE FAQ
    • Updated information about the requirements for eye protection and masking at direct support locations as per MCCSS guidelines. 
  • Supervisor response checklist
    • The checklist for employee positive cases has been updated to include contacting the Ministry of Labour
  •  COVID-19 Visiting Guide for Locations
    • Updated to reflect additional requirements from MCCSS around visitors use of eye protection provided by Christian Horizons locations.
  • COVID-19 Visiting Guide for Families and Friends
    • Updated to reflect additional requirements from MCCSS around visitors use of eye protection provided by Christian Horizons locations.

COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION

There are no additional updates about vaccine access for this week, For continued up to date COVID-19 vaccine resources please click here. Resources include:

  • Government resources, both Ontario and Saskatchewan
  • Webinars with various experts
  • Easy read resources for people who use services.

There are no new webinars scheduled for this week. To view our previous webinars please follow the links below, these can be shared widely with anyone who may benefit from them.

January 18th- A panel of research scientists lead by Dr. Moriarty answering questions about COVID-19 vaccines

January 22nd– A panel of research scientists lead by Dr. Moriarty answering questions about COVID-19 vaccines

January 29th – Dr. Marwah Younis Damani – Pharmacist with experience in Developmental Services

February 5th  – Dr. Philip Dwek – Infectious Diseases Specialist

Thank you for your continued work and dedication, your commitment and tenacity to provide the best service and supports is exceptional!

Questions or suggestions about any of the resources listed on the site?
Send us an email to let us know: covid-19@christian-horizons.org