FROM: https://bccare.ca/2020/03/taking-care-of-your-mental-health-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/ On March 11th, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic. The novel virus (meaning it is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans) is most dangerous for seniors, and people with certain chronic health conditions. By now, most British Columbians are aware of the things […]
A clean office promotes a healthy environment. You have a role in keeping your workstation clean. During flu season especially, it’s a good idea to clean your workstation regularly. Follow these three easy steps regularly: 1 Use a disposable disinfectant cloth to wipe down hard surfaces. These include: keyboard mouse phone desktop armrests on your […]
What is COVID-19? What is a Coronavirus? Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that can cause respiratory illness in people. Coronaviruses circulate among animals, including camels, cattle, cats, and bats. How is the Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 Different from Other Coronaviruses? Just like there are different types of related viruses that cause smallpox, chickenpox, and monkeypox, […]
Point of Care Risk Assessment Table The Point of Care Risk Assessment (PCRA) is an assessment performed by healthcare workers and other staff before every resident interaction. The PCRA will help you decide what Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to use in order to reduce the risk of exposure to the infectious disease. The PCRA is […]
Dr. Cherniwchan is the Medical Director of the newly establishd COVID-19 Assessment and Response Unit in Abbotsford. Here he is doing a podcast with Gary Simpson, pastor of Broadway Church in Chilliwack. Lots to learn as we face the coronavirus and the fears around this virus. https://anchor.fm/broadway-church/episodes/COVID–19-Podcast-with-Dr–Darin-Cherniwchan-ec8d9f
In order to be vigilant in every way to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19, there will be no deliveries for staff to any of our buildings. This includes meals that are offered to honour healthcare workers. It is difficult to post this as we want you to be honoured by the community – […]
Here are some messages for you from the Menno Place Families, Friends and Residents Facebook page:
Words of encouragement from a daughter: Hi all, I would like to offer heartfelt thanks for the care and planning that has been taken to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents of Primrose Gardens and Menno Place. This must be an incredibly difficult time to be working in elder care, and I am […]
Hi all, Yesterday, we posted on Facebook that Menno Place is seeking Goggle donations for our staff. We are receiving these donations at Menno Hospital Main Entrance only. We’ve asked people to give a beep on their horn to let us know that they are on our team! So, if you hear a beep, that’s […]