Information
Resident Family Members and Friends of Hillcrest Village Care Centre
UPDATE
March 5, 2026
Outbreak Declared Over:
- After consultation with Public Health, the Respiratory Outbreak has been declared over today for all home areas of the Hillcrest building (Bayview Suites, Dominion Suites, Georgian Suites & Harbour Suites).
- Activities can resume to a normal schedule for all asymptomatic residents in these areas.
Visitor Requirements:
Universal Masking Remains in Effect for All Home Areas:
- All visitors and staff must wear surgical masks upon entry to the facility
- Wash or sanitize your hands regularly.
- Do not visit if you are experiencing respiratory or enteric symptoms
- All visitors are encouraged to be vaccinated
- Full PPE required when visiting residents in isolation (N95 mask, gown, eye protection, gloves—remove upon exit and don surgical mask)
Public Health is still seeing respiratory infections in the community. At this time, we will be continuing with universal masking. We will re-evaluate this as we see the community spread decrease. Visitors will be allowed to drop their masks in private area only. If visiting a resident in shared room, curtains must be pulled to protect roommate if visitor is dropping mask.
World Delirium Day - March 11, 2026:
World Delirium Awareness Day is an annual event that is held in the 2nd week of March to raise awareness about delirium and its impact on patients, families, and healthcare systems. Delirium is a common but often misunderstood condition, and this webinar offers clear, practical information that may be valuable for both staff and the people you support. If you would like to learn more, please consider joining us to watch the webinar in Celebration Hall World Delirium Awareness Day, See the Signs, Say the Word: Delirium Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 10am.
All Visitors:
Masks are required for all visitors in both buildings.
If you have any questions, please reach out by email to reception@hvcc.ca or call us at 705-526-3781.
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