The Pines Resident & Family Portal
Welcome to our information and sharing portal for The Pines Residents, their Family members, and Caregivers!
Please use the "Stay Informed" tool to get regular updates and to stay informed on important family news.
VISITOR STATUS BY HOME AREA
CEDAR - No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed.
MAPLE - No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed.
OAK – No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed.
BIRCH - No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed.
SPRUCE - No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed.
Welcome to our information and sharing portal for The Pines Residents, their Family members, and Caregivers!
Please use the "Stay Informed" tool to get regular updates and to stay informed on important family news.
VISITOR STATUS BY HOME AREA
CEDAR - No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed.
MAPLE - No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed.
OAK – No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed.
BIRCH - No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed.
SPRUCE - No Visitor restrictions currently. General Visitors are allowed.
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Family Satisfaction Survey
Share Family Satisfaction Survey on Facebook Share Family Satisfaction Survey on Twitter Share Family Satisfaction Survey on Linkedin Email Family Satisfaction Survey linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.We need your Feedback!
By participating in this survey, you will help us:
- understand what really matters to you and your family.
- Improve the care in your home.
Please click on the link below to complete the survey:
Family Survey Link Extendicare Assist LTC 2022 Family Satisfaction Survey (alchemer-ca.com)
If you have any questions, please contact the home and we will assist with arranging someone to assist you.
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Outbreak Update November 18, 2022
Share Outbreak Update November 18, 2022 on Facebook Share Outbreak Update November 18, 2022 on Twitter Share Outbreak Update November 18, 2022 on Linkedin Email Outbreak Update November 18, 2022 linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Masks are required at all times in the home at this time related to concern of virus spread as well as the increase in virus cases in our community.
At this time, Cedar, Oak and Birch remains in outbreak with COVID and other pathogens (not influenza, as this was ruled out).
Residents have respiratory symptoms that include nasal congestion, cough, lethargy, sore throat and/or mild fever.
- Cedar cases at this time: 18
- Oak cases at this time: 14
- Birch cases at this time: 1
The following is direction from Public Health at this time:
No General Visitors, only Essential Caregivers at a maximum of two (2) at a time for each resident in the affected home areas.
The following enhanced measures have been implemented:
- Symptomatic residents are in isolation on droplet/contact precautions
- Enhanced cleaning of high touch surfaces twice per day
- Surveillance of residents to identify any changes or development of symptoms
- The required personal protective equipment (PPE) when on the unit is N95 and eye protection.
- The required PPE for isolated residents is droplet contact precautions including N95, eye protection, gowns and gloves.
Please reach out if you have any questions in Melissa Muir-Clark at the home.
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Warm Outdoor Clothing for Residents
Share Warm Outdoor Clothing for Residents on Facebook Share Warm Outdoor Clothing for Residents on Twitter Share Warm Outdoor Clothing for Residents on Linkedin Email Warm Outdoor Clothing for Residents linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.As we head into the winter the activity staff like to still attempt to get residents outside for fresh air when the sun is shining and it is not so cold. It would be very helpful to have hats, mitts, boots and/or coats available for your loved one. If you are able, please bring these items in.
Thank you
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After-Hours Process & Emergency Contact to Registered Nurse
Share After-Hours Process & Emergency Contact to Registered Nurse on Facebook Share After-Hours Process & Emergency Contact to Registered Nurse on Twitter Share After-Hours Process & Emergency Contact to Registered Nurse on Linkedin Email After-Hours Process & Emergency Contact to Registered Nurse linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.After-Hours Process to Enter the Home:
- If you require to enter the home after-hours, please pick up the phone in the vestibule and dial 4825 (which is posted with the phone).
- The call will go to the Registered Nurse, and she will be able to assist you in entering the home.
Emergency Number for the Registered Nurse:
- Normal process is to call 705-645-4488 ext. 4825.
- If this does not work or you have issues with the phone system at the home, please call 705-641-0319 to speak directly with the Registered Nurse.
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Outbreak Update November 17, 2022
Share Outbreak Update November 17, 2022 on Facebook Share Outbreak Update November 17, 2022 on Twitter Share Outbreak Update November 17, 2022 on Linkedin Email Outbreak Update November 17, 2022 linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Masks are required at all times in the home at this time related to concern of virus spread as well as the increase in virus cases in our community.
N95 masks are available in the front vestibule. Please take one before you enter if visiting on a unit that requires one (Birch, Cedar or Oak). This will help reduce un-necessary waste.
No General Visitors, only Essential Caregivers at a maximum of two (2) at a time for each resident in the affected home areas.
At this time, Cedar, Oak and Birch home areas remain in outbreak with COVID and other pathogens.
Residents have respiratory symptoms that include nasal congestion, cough, lethargy, sore throat and/or mild fever.
Cedar cases at this time: 23
Oak cases at this time: 15 (5 COVID)
Birch cases at this time: 3 (1COVID)
The following enhanced measures have been implemented:
- Symptomatic residents are in isolation on droplet/contact precautions
- Enhanced cleaning of high touch surfaces twice per day
- Surveillance of residents to identify any changes or development of symptoms
- The required personal protective equipment (PPE) when on the unit is N95 and eye protection.
- The required PPE for isolated residents is droplet contact precautions including N95, eye protection, gowns and gloves.
Please reach out if you have any questions in Melissa Muir-Clark at the home.
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Outbreak Update November 16, 2022
Share Outbreak Update November 16, 2022 on Facebook Share Outbreak Update November 16, 2022 on Twitter Share Outbreak Update November 16, 2022 on Linkedin Email Outbreak Update November 16, 2022 linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Masks are required at all times in the home at this time related to concern of virus spread as well as the increase in virus cases in our community.
N95 masks are available in the front vestibule. Please take one before you enter if visiting on a unit that requires one (Birch, Cedar, Spruce or Oak). This will help reduce un-necessary waste.
No General Visitors, only Essential Caregivers at a maximum of two (2) at a time for each resident in the affected home areas.
At this time, Cedar, Oak and Birch home areas remain in outbreak with COVID and other pathogens. Birch virus has been detected as Rhinovirus as well as one (1) COVID case. Oak has a number of residents that are negative for COVID and therefore testing is underway with Public Health.
Residents have respiratory symptoms that include nasal congestion, cough, lethargy, sore throat and/or mild fever.
Cedar cases at this time: 25
Oak cases at this time: 15
Birch cases at this time: 5
The following enhanced measures have been implemented:
- Symptomatic residents are in isolation on droplet/contact precautions
- Enhanced cleaning of high touch surfaces twice per day
- Surveillance of residents to identify any changes or development of symptoms
- The required personal protective equipment (PPE) when on the unit is N95 and eye protection.
- The required PPE for isolated residents is droplet contact precautions including N95, eye protection, gowns and gloves.
Please reach out if you have any questions in Melissa Muir-Clark at the home.
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Spruce Outbreak Declared Over
Share Spruce Outbreak Declared Over on Facebook Share Spruce Outbreak Declared Over on Twitter Share Spruce Outbreak Declared Over on Linkedin Email Spruce Outbreak Declared Over linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.In collaboration with Public Health the Spruce outbreak has been declared over as of November 16, 2022. Cedar, Oak and Birch remain in outbreak status at this time.
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Outbreak Update November 15, 2022
Share Outbreak Update November 15, 2022 on Facebook Share Outbreak Update November 15, 2022 on Twitter Share Outbreak Update November 15, 2022 on Linkedin Email Outbreak Update November 15, 2022 linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Masks are required at all times in the home at this time related to concern of virus spread as well as the increase in virus cases in our community.
We have now placed N95 masks in the front vestibule. Please take one before you enter if visiting on a unit that requires one (Birch, Cedar, Spruce or Oak). This will help reduce un-necessary waste.
No General Visitors, only Essential Caregivers at a maximum of two (2) at a time for each resident in the affected home areas.
At this time, Spruce, Cedar, Oak and Birch remains in outbreak with COVID and other pathogens. Birch virus has been detected as Rhinovirus as well as one (1) COVID case. Oak has a number of residents that are negative for COVID and therefore testing is underway with Public Health.
Residents have respiratory symptoms that include nasal congestion, cough, lethargy, sore throat and/or mild fever.
Cedar cases at this time: 25
Spruce cases at this time: 2
Oak cases at this time: 15
Birch cases at this time: 5
The following enhanced measures have been implemented:
- Symptomatic residents are in isolation on droplet/contact precautions
- Enhanced cleaning of high touch surfaces twice per day
- Surveillance of residents to identify any changes or development of symptoms
- The required personal protective equipment (PPE) when on the unit is N95 and eye protection.
- The required PPE for isolated residents is droplet contact precautions including N95, eye protection, gowns and gloves.
Please reach out if you have any questions in Melissa Muir-Clark at the home.
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Outbreak Update November 14, 2022
Share Outbreak Update November 14, 2022 on Facebook Share Outbreak Update November 14, 2022 on Twitter Share Outbreak Update November 14, 2022 on Linkedin Email Outbreak Update November 14, 2022 linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Masks are required at all times in the home at this time related to concern of virus spread as well as the increase in virus cases in our community.
At this time, Spruce, Cedar, Oak and Birch remains in outbreak with COVID and other pathogens (not influenza, as this was ruled out last week). Birch virus has been detected as Rhinovirus as well as one (1) COVID case.
Residents have respiratory symptoms that include nasal congestion, cough, lethargy, sore throat and/or mild fever.
Cedar cases at this time: 25
Spruce cases at this time: 2
Oak cases at this time: 13
Birch cases at this time: 7
The following is direction from Public Health at this time:
No General Visitors, only Essential Caregivers at a maximum of two (2) at a time for each resident in the affected home areas.
The following enhanced measures have been implemented:
- Symptomatic residents are in isolation on droplet/contact precautions
- Enhanced cleaning of high touch surfaces twice per day
- Surveillance of residents to identify any changes or development of symptoms
- The required personal protective equipment (PPE) when on the unit is N95 and eye protection.
- The required PPE for isolated residents is droplet contact precautions including N95, eye protection, gowns and gloves.
Please reach out if you have any questions in Melissa Muir-Clark at the home.
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Rejuvenated Sign for The Home
Share Rejuvenated Sign for The Home on Facebook Share Rejuvenated Sign for The Home on Twitter Share Rejuvenated Sign for The Home on Linkedin Email Rejuvenated Sign for The Home linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.We would like to thank our residents and activities team who give our home's sign new life with beautiful paint work.
Thank you and great job team!
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Family Council
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2024
- Family Council Agenda 2024 02 21 lr.pdf (251 KB) (pdf)
- Family Council Agenda 2024 01 17 lr.pdf (235 KB) (pdf)
- 2024 01 17 Family Council Minutes.lr.pdf (266 KB) (pdf)
- TP 2024 01 17 New Voicemail.pdf (36.1 KB) (pdf)
- FC_The RD has many roles around the dining experience_RD Celine Small_.Jan 17 2024pdf.pdf (62.5 KB) (pdf)
- FC Dietary Manager_Scot Gray Report_Dining Experience January 17 2024.pdf (67.9 KB) (pdf)
- FC Admin Report_Health Services Update_N Barrette_ 1 16 2024-1.pdf (581 KB) (pdf)
- FC Activity Report - January 17 2024.pdf (50.1 KB) (pdf)
- 2024 01 17_Dining Experience at TP-Discussion Guideline.pdf (59.2 KB) (pdf)
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2023
- 2023 12 20 FC Agenda.pdf (238 KB) (pdf)
- Council Approves 2024 District of Muskoka Budget.pdf (481 KB) (pdf)
- FC Flyer Approved Dec 20 2023 Terms of Reference.pdf (64.2 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 12 20 Family Council Minutes.pdf (249 KB) (pdf)
- Health Services Overview for Family Council - December 20, 2023.pdf (739 KB) (pdf)
- Council approves 2024 District of Muskoka budget.pdf (481 KB) (pdf)
- FC Flyer Approved Dec 20 2023 Terms of Reference - Copy.pdf (64.2 KB) (pdf)
- Health Services Overview for Family Council - December 20, 2023.pdf (739 KB) (pdf)
- FC Flyer Draft 3 Dec 2023.pdf (75.1 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 11 15 FC Agenda (248 KB) (pdf)
- Family Council Job Descriptions Approved October 18 2023.pdf (220 KB) (pdf)
- October 2023 Family Update.pdf (960 KB) (pdf)
- Updated- Code White and Abuse Reporting 2023.pdf (1.46 MB) (pdf)
- HR-001 RespectfulWorkplace_FINAL.pdf (393 KB) (pdf)
- Sched B -Code of Conduct - final (Feb.20.20).pdf (100 KB) (pdf)
- Assistant-Director-of-Care---2021-12.pdf (148 KB) (pdf)
- Director-of-Care---2021-12.pdf (64.8 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 10 18 Family Council Minutes.lr.FINAL.pdf (278 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 10 18 Family Council Agenda.pdf (249 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 09 20 FC Agenda.pdf (219 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 09 20 Family Council Minutes.pdf (234 KB) (pdf)
- Administrator September 2023 Family Update.pdf (623 KB) (pdf)
- Audiology TP 2023.jpg (2.86 MB) (jpg)
- Social Work at The Pines.pdf (7.25 MB) (pdf)
- Family Council Terms of Reference Accepted 2023 09 20.pdf (188 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 06 21 FC Minutes.pdf (243 KB) (pdf)
- June 2023 Family Update.pdf (1.19 MB) (pdf)
- CQI Report June.pdf (103 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 06 21 FC Agenda.pdf (636 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 05 17 FC Minutes.pdf (309 KB) (pdf)
- 6.-Continuous-Quality-Improvement-Fact-Sheet-EN.pdf (827 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 05 17 Licensee's Verbal Plan Reported to Family Council for Achieving Compliance.pdf (54.9 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 01 MLTC Inspection Report.pdf (244 KB) (pdf)
- Powers of FC FLTC Act.pdf (46.2 KB) (pdf)
- May 2023 Family Update.pdf (991 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 05 17 FC Agenda.pdf (168 KB) (pdf)
- April 2023 Family Update.pdf (1.85 MB) (pdf)
- 2023 04 19 FC Minutes.pdf (242 KB) (pdf)
- Family Council Agenda April 2023.pdf (631 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 03 15 FC Minutes Final.lr .pdf (238 KB) (pdf)
- March 2023 Family Update.JR.pdf (431 KB) (pdf)
- FC Mar 2023 PT Reza Falls Report.pdf (66.9 KB) (pdf)
- Family Council Agenda March 2023.pdf (624 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 02 15 FC Minutes.pdf (249 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 02 15 Family Updates, TPLTC Admin. Jennifer Ridgley.pdf (917 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 02 15 Palliative Approach to Care, Inge de Bruijn.pdf (2.32 MB) (pdf)
- Family Council Agenda February 15 2023.pdf (161 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 01 18 FC Minutes.pdf (243 KB) (pdf)
- 2023 01 18 The Pines Care Planning Presentation.pdf (479 KB) (pdf)
- Adminsitrator's January 2023 Family Update.pdf (1.35 MB) (pdf)
- HS-1-2023-6-Results of an Abuse Investigation for The Pines Long-Term Care Home.pdf (140 KB) (pdf)
- The Ontario Caregiver Organization.pdf (8.66 KB) (pdf)
Upcoming Family Events
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May 31 2024
Key Staff Contacts
Menus and Activities Monthly Calendar
Evergreen Tribune
Essential Caregiver Request Form
Helpful Documents
- Admission Handbook (17.1 MB) (pdf)
- Long-Term Care Action Line (18.3 KB) (pdf)
- Now What? Managing the Emotional Journey of Long-Term Care (137 KB) (pdf)
- Resources for Patients Family Members and Caregivers.png (411 KB) (png)
- 2023-10-06-01-EN-Resident_Vaccination.pdf (168 KB) (pdf)
- 2023-10-06-01-EN-Staff_Visitor_Vaccination_2023.pdf (250 KB) (pdf)
FAQs
- Are there current provincial or local requirements that apply to visitors at The Pines?
- With the vaccination of residents, staff and Essential Caregivers well underway, when will measures be lifted?
- Will additional vaccination clinics be offered at the Pines?
- Can Visitors bring in a pet?
- What is the process for entering and exiting the Home?
Emergency Preparedness Plans
- Emergency Response Plan Overview September 2023.pdf (526 KB) (pdf)
- Fire plan 2023 - updated October 2023.pdf (1.32 MB) (pdf)
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Departmental Contingency Plans
- Updated November 2023- Administrative Contingency Plan.pdf (203 KB) (pdf)
- Updated November 2023- Dietary Contingency Plan.pdf (216 KB) (pdf)
- Updated November 2023- Environmental Contingency Plan.pdf (219 KB) (pdf)
- Updated November 2023- Nursing Contingency Plan.pdf (240 KB) (pdf)
- Updated November 2023- Activities Contingency Plan.pdf (196 KB) (pdf)
Infection Control Resources
Who's Listening
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