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:
A Change in COVID-19 Guidance
Last week, there was a change in guidance to our mask use at Christian Horizons. All of our other Infection Prevention and Control Measures remain in place including Rapid Testing, Active Screening, and the use of masks in specific situations. We will continue to update our guidelines as guidance for our sector changes.
COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist
- The COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist has been updated for the week of June 23rd – June 30th, 2022.
- The Hand Sanitizer Recall List (on the U:\\ drive) was updated March 2022), please confirm the removal of recalled sanitizers from all locations
- Additional information on arranging pick up and drop off of biohazard bins in Ontario has been added.
COVID-19 Symptom Self-Check Poster
- Updated to include Runny Nose as a symptom
Social Story – Change in Mask Wearing
- An easy read resource for people who use services to navigate the change in mask wearing guidance.
Access to Antiviral
Early in 2022, Health Canada approved Paxlovid as an antiviral for treating mild to moderate cases of COVID-19. The early drawback to Paxlovid was the limited availability and restricted access.
In Saskatchewan, access to Paxlovid is facilitated by contacting Healthline 811.
In Ontario, with recent updates to who can access Paxlovid as a treatment, people with developmental disabilities now qualify. It is recommended that people we support connect with their primary care provider to see if they would be a candidate for Paxlovid now before they have symptoms or a confirmed case so that a prescription can be available at their pharmacy. There is a quick turn around for accessing Paxlovid, the antiviral must be started in the 5 days after symptoms start. Having a prescription at the pharmacy will help cut down on any delays.
COVID-19 VACCINE WEBINAR
There is no webinar scheduled for this week.
To view previously recorded webinars please click here.
If you are looking for additional webinars with a variety of experts from across Canada, consider the resources available at This is Our Shot and ScienceUpFirst. Additionally the University of Toronto has provided this resource which they will continue to keep up to date.
Thank you for your continued work and dedication, your commitment and tenacity to provide the best service and supports is exceptional!
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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