November 26, 2020
Dear Copernicus Lodge Community Members:
Copernicus Lodge remains COVID-19 free.
Please be advised that our main line (416-536-7122) is now back up and is fully operational. We have put into place an contingency plan around this issue. Thank you to everyone for your patience and for your understanding during this time.
Over the weekend, the Memorial Mass was celebrated at St. Casimir's Church. CLICK HERE for more details. CLICK HERE to view.
For the most recent COVID-19 information for our tenants, families and staff please CLICK HERE.
We have updated our resident visitation policy. CLICK HERE to view. For our Family Visitation Chart, CLICK HERE.
Resident biography for the month of November. CLICK HERE to view.
Copernicus Lodge welcomes 3 new staff members to the team. CLICK HERE to view.
NEW online booking process – CLICK HERE to schedule a window visit, virtual visit or short absence (outing visit) with a long-term care resident.
Last week we celebrated two tenant couple's 60th wedding anniversaries. CLICK HERE to view.
Copernicus Lodge is pleased to announce the appointment of its new CEO, Tracey Comeau, RN, MBA(c).
Please CLICK HERE for the full announcement in English.
Please CLICK HERE for the full announcement in Polish.
CLICK HERE to access the City of Toronto's very informative COVID-19 map of Status of Cases in Toronto.
COVID-19: Status of Cases in Toront
For information related to TAVASYS Services for TAVASYS Clients, please CLICK HERE.
CLICK HERE to read the newest update about Hairdresser Services for our residents.
NEW! DementiAbility for Caregivers! CLICK HERE for more information.
To download the COVID Alert App, Canada's free exposure notification app CLICK HERE
The Ontario Government released the LTC Homes Mandatory Reporting to the Ministry information. CLICK HERE to view.
The Ontario Government's Information guide outlining the death reporting and investigation process in long-term care homes:
For the Death Investigations Flyer, CLICK HERE.
For the Deaths in LTC Homes Flyer, CLICK HERE.
There is a New Admission and Annual Care Conference update for families. For more information please CLICK HERE
We are in search of Environmental Services Staff. For more information CLICK HERE
Please see the notice for our Adult Day Program. CLICK HERE to the view the information.
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The Ontario government announced on November 3 that it will build 3 new Long-Term Care Homes adding nearly 900 additional spaces for seniors. CLICK HERE to view.
The Ontario government announced on October 30 that it will be launching an innovative solution to improve Long-Term Care. CLICK HERE to learn more.
The Ontario government announced on September 29, it will be investing over half a billion dollars to protect Vulnerable Senior against Second Wave of COVID-19. CLICK HERE to view. CLICK HERE to view the Ontario government's Long Term Care preparedness plan.
The Ontario government released a revision to Directive #3 for Long-Term Care Homes on September 14. CLICK HERE to view. To read our specific guidelines CLICK HERE. To access our Family Visitation Option chart CLICK HERE.
The Ontario government released an updated COVID-19 Visiting Policy for LTC homes along with a memo and FAQ document. We have been hard at work putting in place our LTC Visitation Plan at Copernicus Lodge.
The Ontario government launched on August 31, a COVID-19 resource page including resources to support clinical decision making, care planning, social connectedness and therapeutic engagement in LTC:
· Ethical guidance for people who work in long-term care: What is the right thing to do in a pandemic? Dementia Isolation Toolkit Working Group
· Strategies for Swabbing Individuals with Dementia, Alzheimer Society of Peel & Mississauga Halton Behaviour Supports Ontario Program
· Non-Pharmacological Approaches to Support Individuals Living with Dementia Maintain Isolation Precautions Behavioural Supports Ontario Provincial Coordinating Office
· The Person Behind the Mask: Communicating with Clients Living with Dementia While Protecting Ourselves (French - La Personne Derriere le Masque: Communiquer avec les Clients Atteints d’une Demence, Tout en se Protegeant), Alzheimer Society of Peel & Mississauga Halton Behavioural Supports Ontario
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A full social calendar is planned for our LTC Residents this month. To view the social calender:
For 1st Floor (ENG) CLICK HERE
For 1st Floor (POL) CLICK HERE
For 2nd Floor North (ENG) CLICK HERE
For 2nd Floor North (POL) CLICK HERE
For 2nd Floor South (ENG) CLICK HERE
For 2nd Floor South (POL) CLICK HERE
For 3rd Floor (ENG) CLICK HERE
For 3rd Floor (POL) CLICK HERE
For 4th Floor (ENG) CLICK HERE
For 4th Floor (POL) CLICK HERE
For 5th Floor (ENG) CLICK HERE
For 5th Floor (POL) CLICK HERE
For 6th Floor (ENG) CLICK HERE
For 6th Floor (POL) CLICK HERE
We will post regular updates and photos here on the website. Our Activation staff are hard at work creating programming and social visits for your loved one.
CLICK HERE to schedule a window visit, virtual visit or short absence (outing visit) with a long-term care resident.
For questions related to scheduled calls/visits, please call our LTC Director of Programs & Services at 416-536-7122 ext. #253.
SAVE THE DATE
Our Fall 2020 Gala has been rescheduled for November 6, 2021.
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CELEBRATIONS
FAREWELL EVENT FOR OUR INTERIM CEO - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS GALLERY
HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVENT - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS GALLERY
COPERNICUS LODGE TENANT COUPLE'S 60 WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS GALLERY
WEST NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE FOOD CARE PACKAGE DONATION - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS GALLERY
THANK YOU AUXILIARY MEMBERS! - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS GALLERY
VIST BY HONOURABLE MICHAEL TIBOLLO & NATALIA KUSENDOVA, MPP WITH SPECIAL DONATION FROM TAIWANESE CANADIAN ASSOCIATION - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS PICTURE GALLERY. YOU CAN ALSO VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE TO VIEW MORE PICTURES OF THE EVENT
FAMILY COUNCIL - COFFEE & DONUTS TREAT! - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS GALLERY
RESIDENTS' COUNCIL WEEK: SEPTEMBER 14th - 20th - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS GALLERY
STAFF APPRECIATION BBQ - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS PICTURE GALLERY
COVID-19 E-Card Donation Drive with Creator's Joy - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS GALLERY
COPERNICUS CARNIVAL - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS PICTURE GALLERY
SPECIAL EVENT WITH HONOURABLE ELIZABETH DOWDESWELL & CLASSICAL MUSIC WITH CONCERTS IN CARE ONTARIO - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS PICTURE GALLERY
COUNTRY WESTERN PARTY - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS PICTURE GALLERY
SPECIAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST FOR RESIDENTS - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS PICTURE GALLERY
TENANT BLUEBERRY & CAKE TREAT - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS PICTURE GALLERY
FIRST INDOOR VISIT FOLLOWING OUR LTC PLAN - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS PICTURE GALLERY
PAINTING SESSIONS - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS PICTURE GALLERY
WEDDING CELEBRATIONS 2020 - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS PICTURE GALLERY
TIM HORTONS RESTAURANT/CAFÉ - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS PICTURE GALLERY
CENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION - CLICK HERE TO ACCESS GALLERY
From everyone at Copernicus Lodge, we thank you for your support and wish you and your family continued good health.
