As of Monday, October 17, 2022, Residents living in Long-Term Care may designate an unlimited number of “Caregiver” visitors.
Caregivers provide direct care and support to a resident (e.g., supporting assistance with meals, mobility, personal hygiene, cognitive stimulation, emotional support etc). Caregiver visits do not need to be scheduled.
A caregiver visitor is defined as:
- Someone that is 16 years of age or older
- designated in writing by the resident or substitute decision maker (SDM)
- Visiting to provide direct care to the resident (e.g. assisting with a meal, personal hygiene, emotional support etc.)
- Is willing to follow all of the require infection control requirements while visiting (as outlined on the caregiver declaration form)
Caregivers must:
- Be willing to provide direct care (e.g. assisting with a meal, personal hygiene, emotional support etc.)
- Answer screening questions and undergo a Rapid Test for COVID-19 before entering the Home
- Complete mandatory training on personal protective equipment
- Commit to following the infection control guidelines and requirements