Emergency Planning & Policies
Visitor Policy and Procedure Information
Elgin County Homes and Seniors Services has policies and plans in place for safe visitation and resident outings in both non-outbreak and outbreak situations. Our policies are shaped by the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021, ministry directives, and relevant legislation, ensuring the highest standards of safety for our residents and staff.
During non-outbreak situations, visits to our Homes are subject to our Visitor Policy. Our aim is to facilitate meaningful interactions while maintaining a safe environment for everyone.
In times of outbreak, epidemic, or pandemic, we adapt our policies to ensure that visitors can still connect with their loved ones, and residents can safely leave the Home when permitted. These measures are crucial for protecting the health and well-being of our community.
Essential Caregiver and General Visitor Education
You can help yourself, your loved ones, and our residents stay healthy by following our guidelines on proper handwashing techniques, the correct use of non-medical masks, and the appropriate use of personal protective equipment. The information provided below supports our collective efforts to maintain a safe and healthy environment for everyone.
How to Wear a Non-Medical Mask
Putting On Full Personal Protective Equipment
Taking Off Full Personal Protective Equipment
Elgin County Homes Emergency Planning
Every long-term care home in Ontario is required to establish a written emergency plan as set out in the Fixing Long-Term Care Act (FLTCA) and Regulation 246/22.
Elgin County’s emergency planning provides a framework to ensure our Homes are prepared to handle emergency situations effectively. Developed with input from stakeholders, these plans guide the mobilization of resources and coordinates responses to ensure a cohesive and efficient response to emergency situations.
POLICY #: 3.15
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORIGINAL ISSUE: March 2015
Code White – Aggressive Person
POLICY #: 3.15.01
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORIGINAL ISSUE: March 2016
Code Yellow – Missing Resident
POLICY #: 3.15.02
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORIGINAL ISSUE: April 9, 1986
POLICY #: 3.15.04
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
Code Orange – External Disaster
POLICY #: 3.15.05
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORIGINAL ISSUE: June 2016
POLICY #: 3.15.06
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORGINAL ISSUE: June 2016
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Relocation Sites Evacuation Template Elgin County St. Thomas and surrounding area
POLICY #: 3.15.08
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORGINAL ISSUE: June 2016
POLICY #: 3.15.09
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
POLICY #: 3.15.10
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT REVISION: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
POLICY #: 3.15.11
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORIGINAL ISSUE: December 2019
POLICY #: 3.16
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
3 Day Emergency Menu
POLICY #: 3.18
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORIGINAL ISSUE: November 2019
POLICY #: 3.19
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORIGINAL ISSUE: December 2019
POLICY #: 3.20
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORIGINAL ISSUE: November 2022
Outbreaks, Epidemics and Pandemics
POLICY #: 3.21
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORIGINAL ISSUE: November 2022
POLICY #: 3.22
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: Health and Safety
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORIGINAL ISSUE: November 2022
POLICY #: 1.33
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: General Information
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORIGINAL ISSUE: October 2019
Operational Scheduling Cohorting Plan
POLICY#: 1.36
MANUAL: Administration
SECTION: General Information
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes
ORIGINAL ISSUE: February 2021
POLICY #:
MANUAL: Nursing
SECTION: C
CURRENT APPROVAL: December 2023
SCOPE: County of Elgin Homes