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Delirium is a sudden change in the way a person thinks, behaves, or understands what’s going on around them. Someone with delirium may seem confused, see or hear things that aren’t there, or become unusually quiet, withdrawn, or sleepy. Others may feel anxious, restless, agitated, or even angry.

Delirium is often caused by physical problems in the body, such as dehydration, infection, or recovery after surgery. People who have had delirium are more likely to have it again. Delirium is a medical emergency, but it is sometimes mistaken for another condition, such as dementia, and can be missed.

The good news is that harm from delirium can often be prevented when it’s recognized early. Friends and family are usually the first to notice these changes, so please speak up if something doesn’t seem right – See the Signs, Say the Word: Delirium. By working together, we can make sure delirium is recognized and treated quickly.

Join North Simcoe Muskoka Specialized Geriatric Services as we take action together for World Delirium Awareness Day for a public education session, intended for older adults, care partners, and the public. Wednesday March 11, 2026 at 10 am. The webinar will be archived for later viewing.

Register here: https://waypointcentre-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h2ZIKK55SCS_UMhzxX0WxQ

You can learn more about delirium here: https://www.hqontario.ca/Portals/0/documents/evidence/quality-standards/qs-delirium-patient-guide-en.pdf

Help us celebrate our incredible Social Worker, Andrea Groomes, next week!

Andrea is a highly valued member of our leadership team and an essential part of our home. She is supportive, caring, and kind—and truly the glue that helps keep our residents, teams, and families connected and supported.



Please take a moment next week to stop by and thank Andrea for all she does. Her dedication makes a meaningful difference every day.

In collaboration with Public Health, the Whole Home has now been placed in a Respiratory Outbreak. Currently, several residents are experiencing symptoms such as coughing, congestion, and/or a runny nose. Families have been notified, and we are currently awaiting test results from Public Health.

If you have any questions about these precautions during your visit, please speak with the nursing staff.

The following infection control measures are to be implemented and followed:

• Masks are now required throughout the entire home
• Ensure the Public Health 4 moments of Hand Hygiene are followed
• No General Visitors to the Home at this time
• Essential Caregivers two (2) at a time for visiting only
• Resident's Hand Hygiene before all meals and regularly throughout the day
• Ensure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used properly- including donning before entering and removing before exiting the isolated resident’s room
• Residents are to remain in the affected home area at this time to reduce the risk of spread
• Immediate isolation of any residents with new symptom onset
• Cohorting of residents and only small group activities in the home area for unaffected residents. Isolated residents to receive one-to-one activities.
• Twice daily high-touch surface cleaning- changing disinfecting product to a 1-minute contact time and containing sporicidal

Please reach out to Stephanie Albert, IPAC Lead, if you have any questions. stephanie.albert@muskoka.on.ca or ext. 4752

In collaboration with Public Health, the Whole Home has now been placed in a Respiratory Outbreak. Currently, several residents are experiencing symptoms such as coughing, congestion, and/or a runny nose. Families have been notified, and we are currently awaiting test results from Public Health.

If you have any questions about these precautions during your visit, please speak with the nursing staff.

The following infection control measures are to be implemented and followed:

• Masks are now required throughout the entire home
• Ensure the Public Health 4 moments of Hand Hygiene are followed
• No General Visitors to the Home at this time
• Essential Caregivers two (2) at a time for visiting only
• Resident's Hand Hygiene before all meals and regularly throughout the day
• Ensure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used properly- including donning before entering and removing before exiting the isolated resident’s room
• Residents are to remain in the affected home area at this time to reduce the risk of spread
• Immediate isolation of any residents with new symptom onset
• Cohorting of residents and only small group activities in the home area for unaffected residents. Isolated residents to receive one-to-one activities.
• Twice daily high-touch surface cleaning- changing disinfecting product to a 1-minute contact time and containing sporicidal

Please reach out to Stephanie Albert, IPAC Lead, if you have any questions. stephanie.albert@muskoka.on.ca or ext. 4752

In collaboration with Public Health, the Whole Home has now been placed in a Respiratory Outbreak. Currently, several residents are experiencing symptoms such as coughing, congestion, and/or a runny nose. Families have been notified, and we are currently awaiting test results from Public Health.

If you have any questions about these precautions during your visit, please speak with the nursing staff.

The following infection control measures are to be implemented and followed:

• Masks are now required throughout the entire home
• Ensure the Public Health 4 moments of Hand Hygiene are followed
• No General Visitors to the Home at this time
• Essential Caregivers two (2) at a time for visiting only
• Resident's Hand Hygiene before all meals and regularly throughout the day
• Ensure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used properly- including donning before entering and removing before exiting the isolated resident’s room
• Residents are to remain in the affected home area at this time to reduce the risk of spread
• Immediate isolation of any residents with new symptom onset
• Cohorting of residents and only small group activities in the home area for unaffected residents. Isolated residents to receive one-to-one activities.
• Twice daily high-touch surface cleaning- changing disinfecting product to a 1-minute contact time and containing sporicidal

Please reach out to Stephanie Albert, IPAC Lead, if you have any questions. stephanie.albert@muskoka.on.ca or ext. 4752

In collaboration with Public Health, the Whole Home has now been placed in a Respiratory Outbreak. Currently, several residents are experiencing symptoms such as coughing, congestion, and/or a runny nose. Families have been notified, and we are currently awaiting test results from Public Health.

If you have any questions about these precautions during your visit, please speak with the nursing staff.

The following infection control measures are to be implemented and followed:

• Masks are now required throughout the entire home
• Ensure the Public Health 4 moments of Hand Hygiene are followed
• No General Visitors to the Home at this time
• Essential Caregivers two (2) at a time for visiting only
• Resident's Hand Hygiene before all meals and regularly throughout the day
• Ensure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used properly- including donning before entering and removing before exiting the isolated resident’s room
• Residents are to remain in the affected home area at this time to reduce the risk of spread
• Immediate isolation of any residents with new symptom onset
• Cohorting of residents and only small group activities in the home area for unaffected residents. Isolated residents to receive one-to-one activities.
• Twice daily high-touch surface cleaning- changing disinfecting product to a 1-minute contact time and containing sporicidal

Please reach out to Stephanie Albert, IPAC Lead, if you have any questions. stephanie.albert@muskoka.on.ca or ext. 4752

In collaboration with Public Health, the Whole Home has now been placed in a Respiratory Outbreak. Currently, several residents are experiencing symptoms such as coughing, congestion, and/or a runny nose. Families have been notified, and we are currently awaiting test results from Public Health.

If you have any questions about these precautions during your visit, please speak with the nursing staff.

The following infection control measures are to be implemented and followed:

• Masks are now required throughout the entire home
• Ensure the Public Health 4 moments of Hand Hygiene are followed
• No General Visitors to the Home at this time
• Essential Caregivers two (2) at a time for visiting only
• Resident's Hand Hygiene before all meals and regularly throughout the day
• Ensure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used properly- including donning before entering and removing before exiting the isolated resident’s room
• Residents are to remain in the affected home area at this time to reduce the risk of spread
• Immediate isolation of any residents with new symptom onset
• Cohorting of residents and only small group activities in the home area for unaffected residents. Isolated residents to receive one-to-one activities.
• Twice daily high-touch surface cleaning- changing disinfecting product to a 1-minute contact time and containing sporicidal

Please reach out to Stephanie Albert, IPAC Lead, if you have any questions. stephanie.albert@muskoka.on.ca (External link)or ext. 4752

In collaboration with Public Health, the Whole Home has now been placed in a Respiratory Outbreak. Currently, several residents are experiencing symptoms such as coughing, congestion, and/or a runny nose. Families have been notified, and we are currently awaiting test results from Public Health.

If you have any questions about these precautions during your visit, please speak with the nursing staff.

The following infection control measures are to be implemented and followed:

• Masks are now required throughout the entire home
• Ensure the Public Health 4 moments of Hand Hygiene are followed
• No General Visitors to the Home at this time
• Essential Caregivers two (2) at a time for visiting only
• Resident's Hand Hygiene before all meals and regularly throughout the day
• Ensure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used properly- including donning before entering and removing before exiting the isolated resident’s room
• Residents are to remain in the affected home area at this time to reduce the risk of spread
• Immediate isolation of any residents with new symptom onset
• Cohorting of residents and only small group activities in the home area for unaffected residents. Isolated residents to receive one-to-one activities.
• Twice daily high-touch surface cleaning- changing disinfecting product to a 1-minute contact time and containing sporicidal

Please reach out to Stephanie Albert, IPAC Lead, if you have any questions. stephanie.albert@muskoka.on.ca or ext. 4752

Thank you to everyone who was able to join us for the February meeting. Our Life Enrichment team continues to work hard to ensure that every resident has opportunities to engage in activities that bring meaning and purpose to their day. If you weren’t able to attend, you can watch the meeting recording below.

Recording: February 2026 Family Council Meeting

Passcode: n5$95Uxu

Looking ahead to March, Jennifer Ridgley, Administrator, will be sharing the results of the Resident and Family Engagement Survey, along with an overview of the Quality Improvement Plan. We look forward to having you with us.

Please contact the Administration team at least 24 hours in advance to reserve your spot.

Meal pricing is as follows:

• Breakfast: $5.00
• Lunch: $5.00
• Dinner: $10.00

Payment can be made on the day of your visit.

We can accommodate up to three guests per resident (a table of four).

Once payment is received, the Administration team will provide you with a meal ticket, which should be given to the staff member taking your order on the day of your reservation.