Long-term Care

Learn what you can do to protect residents of long-term care facilities

Visiting someone in a long-term care facility is important for both the resident and the visitor. However, it also poses a risk of bringing illness into the building, infecting residents and staff.  We encourage you to explore our educational videos for helpful guidance on how to visit your loved ones safely, including the proper usage of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Guidance Materials

Facilities can utilize the following guidance materials to help families and friends of residents become partners in infection prevention by empowering visitors with knowledge and tools to keep everyone safe.

COVID-19 Coronavirus Announcement for Visitors

Cover Your Cough

Aerosol Precautions

Quarantine Precautions

PPE for Visitors

COVID Symptoms

Hand Hygiene / Hand Washing

Hand Hygiene / Hand Sanitizer

Resources

2024 Long-term care subcommittee

Date Minutes Meeting Materials
March 7, 2024 Minutes (PDF) Slides (PDF)
February 1, 2024 Minutes (PDF)  Slides (PDF)
January 4, 2024 Minutes (PDF) Slides (PDF)