Pines Resident Family Portal
Welcome to our information and sharing portal for The Pines Resident Families 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 Resident Families 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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Fixing Long-Term, Care Act (FLTCA), 2021- Palliative Approach to Care
Share Fixing Long-Term, Care Act (FLTCA), 2021- Palliative Approach to Care on Facebook Share Fixing Long-Term, Care Act (FLTCA), 2021- Palliative Approach to Care on Twitter Share Fixing Long-Term, Care Act (FLTCA), 2021- Palliative Approach to Care on Linkedin Email Fixing Long-Term, Care Act (FLTCA), 2021- Palliative Approach to Care linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.The FLTCA and its regulations expand palliative care requirements from the previous long-term care act. Palliative care has been added to the Residents' Bill of Rights which states it is the right of every resident to have provided with care and services based on a palliative care philosophy.
Understanding palliative care is more than just end-of-life care.
The palliative care requirements reflect a shift in practice toward a broader, more holistic approach to palliative care. They are consistent with the Ontario Provincial Framework for Palliative Care.
Please see the attached information sheet from the Ministry of Long-Term Care.
Palliative Care Fact Sheet from the Ministry of Long-Term Care
The Home's policies have been updated with the requirements in the Act.
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Whistle-Blowing Protection Update
Share Whistle-Blowing Protection Update on Facebook Share Whistle-Blowing Protection Update on Twitter Share Whistle-Blowing Protection Update on Linkedin Email Whistle-Blowing Protection Update linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.As of April 11, 2022, the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 continues the strong protection for whistle-blowers included in the (former) Long-Term Care Act. It expands these to apply to any disclosure by anyone to any person of the ministry and to a long-term care home's Residents' Council and Family Council, if. any.
Please see the attached information sheet from the Ministry of Long-Term Care.
Whistle-Blowing Fact Sheet From the Ministry of Long-Term Care
The Home's policy has been updated with the requirements in the Act.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Share Volunteer Opportunities on Facebook Share Volunteer Opportunities on Twitter Share Volunteer Opportunities on Linkedin Email Volunteer Opportunities linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.On October 26th, 2022 The Pines will be having their Emergency Evacuation Drill and we are needing some volunteer help with this! Are you or anyone you know available to help us out? Is there a class out there that would be willing to come in for some experiences mean while helping us out with this mandatory drill? If so…please see the Administration team for more information on how you can help!
We are also looking for more volunteers to come into our home to assist in a variety of ways…Do you play music or sing? Do you like to do puzzles or read aloud? How about playing bingo or going for walks? Visiting one-to-one? Laundry folding, dining room clean up/set up, a helper at a special event …! A lot of these volunteer opportunities can happen on your own schedule! Please reach out to the Administration team and we would be happy to get you enrolled!
Volunteering…The Opportunities Are Endless!
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The Pines Support Committee
Share The Pines Support Committee on Facebook Share The Pines Support Committee on Twitter Share The Pines Support Committee on Linkedin Email The Pines Support Committee linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Who are they: They are a group of volunteers who come together to raise funds to help optimize the lives of the residents. They support Staff and Residents and recently they have purchased the following:
- Adjustable Tables
- Hi-Lo Beds
- Omivista Mobii – Interactive Sensory Projector
- Large TV screens
- Lifts
- And so much more…
Will you Support the Pines Support Committee? A donation can be made either by cheque, cash or credit. Please just ask any of the PSC members for more information or see Elizabeth Nettinga or Kim Gibbs and we would be happy to assist!
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Palliative Care Education
Share Palliative Care Education on Facebook Share Palliative Care Education on Twitter Share Palliative Care Education on Linkedin Email Palliative Care Education linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Pallium Canada is offering LEAP Carers an online, self-learning course that provides carers with information and resources to help them provide care to their family or
friends living with a serious illness.
See attached Flyer:
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June Family Meeting Recording
Share June Family Meeting Recording on Facebook Share June Family Meeting Recording on Twitter Share June Family Meeting Recording on Linkedin Email June Family Meeting Recording linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Thank you to all that were able to join on Tuesday evening. If you were unable to participate and are interested in seeing the recording, please click on the link below.
Again, please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions and we would be happy to help.
Passcode: Zc25XCb+
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Infection Control Measures continue At the Home Mask Mandate Continues
Share Infection Control Measures continue At the Home Mask Mandate Continues on Facebook Share Infection Control Measures continue At the Home Mask Mandate Continues on Twitter Share Infection Control Measures continue At the Home Mask Mandate Continues on Linkedin Email Infection Control Measures continue At the Home Mask Mandate Continues linkUpdate from the Ministry of Long Term Care, June 10, 2022:
There are no changes in pandemic response requirements or measures for long-term care homes with this update as changes reflect the transition of authority from Directive #3 to the Minister’s Directive.
• Homes must ensure that all staff, students, volunteers, and visitors (general or essential) wear a medical mask for the entire duration of their shift or visit indoors regardless of their immunization status (including in the resident’s room). These requirements also apply regardless of whether the home is in an outbreak or not.
• Masks are not required outdoors for staff, residents, students, volunteers or visitors (general or essential), however outdoor masking is still recommended and encouraged where tolerated as an added layer of protection when in close proximity to others.
• Removal of masks for the purposes of eating should be restricted to areas designated by the home.
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May Recording of Family Zoom Meeting
Share May Recording of Family Zoom Meeting on Facebook Share May Recording of Family Zoom Meeting on Twitter Share May Recording of Family Zoom Meeting on Linkedin Email May Recording of Family Zoom Meeting linkThank you to all who attended the meeting last evening. If you missed it and you would like to view the recording, please click on the link below.
Again, please don't hesitate to reach out to the home if you have any questions.
https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/zUJ7RYc8U6HLYTcLHZVAb6XX22CbE6NxU5MfkwBxTty_IXKpNoj4-pnYY8tlQoY.YJaXn5JYCr9KFpoF
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Resumption of Hearing Aid Clinics
Share Resumption of Hearing Aid Clinics on Facebook Share Resumption of Hearing Aid Clinics on Twitter Share Resumption of Hearing Aid Clinics on Linkedin Email Resumption of Hearing Aid Clinics linkWe will be resuming the hearing aid cleaning clinics offered free of charge by Hearing Life (formerly Kimberley Hearing Centre). The cleaning will be held off-site, starting May 13/22, and will be monthly moving forward (provided we are not in an outbreak status). The resident hearing aids will be collected in the morning and taken to the Clinic in individually labeled envelopes. The hearing aids can be expected to be gone for a few hours and will be returned after lunch. I know this will cause some inconvenience for some as they will not have their device, however, the benefits of the cleaning should outweigh this. If a resident declines to have his or her aid taken for cleaning, then they will be bypassed and we will try again at the next clinic.
If you would like your loved one to be added to the clinic. Please contact Jennifer Carriere, ADOC at jennifer.carriere@muskoka.on.ca
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New Physiotherapist for the Home
Share New Physiotherapist for the Home on Facebook Share New Physiotherapist for the Home on Twitter Share New Physiotherapist for the Home on Linkedin Email New Physiotherapist for the Home linkLifeMark is pleased to announce that Nadeem Mohammed, Registered Physiotherapist has accepted the position at The Pines. Nadeem will be taking over for Chirag Metha. We wish Chirag well in his new position and relocation to Barrie.
Nadeem plans to be on-site two days a week at The Pines (Tuesdays and Thursdays). Chirag will be available to offer any assistance during Nadeem's first couple of weeks in his new position at your facility.
Nadeem is no stranger to the Pines and we are happy to welcome him back. He can be found on the second floor in the physio room or by contacting the home by phone and asking to speak with him.
Please join us in welcoming back Nadeem to The Pines Team!
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Key Staff Contacts
Upcoming Family Events
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May 15 2024
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May 01 2024
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May 17 2024
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)
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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