Dear Residents and Families,

Actionmarguerite St. Vital is experiencing a suspected gastrointestinal outbreak on Unité Marguerite.

The following measures are in place for the Unité Marguerite ONLY:

  • Visits from general visitors have been suspended for residents living in Unité Marguerite at this time.
  • Essential visitors are welcome to attend at their own risk.
  • Increased monitoring of all residents for symptoms is taking place.
  • Cleaning of high touch surfaces, common areas and residents’ rooms has been enhanced.
  • Movement of residents is limited to their unit only.
  • Communal dining will continue on the unit for residents who are asymptomatic.
  • One-to-one activities and one-to-one spiritual care will be offered to residents who are symptomatic.
  • Short stay absences and social leaves are suspended with exceptions for medical appointments.
  • Hairdressing services are cancelled until further notice.

We would like to take this opportunity to stress the importance of adhering to infection prevention and control measures.  Please:

  • Self-monitor for signs and symptoms of illness and stay home if you are ill,
  • Properly use personal protective equipment whenever you visit,
  • Wash your hands thoroughly and often.

Please email info@actionmarguerite.ca if you have any questions or concerns. We thank you for your collaboration.

With Regards,

Micheline St-Hilaire, Chief Executive Officer and the entire Actionmarguerite Team