The COVID-19 outbreak status at the Pines Long Term Care Home has again been lifted following a period of 14 consecutive days with no new cases.
A staff member working at the home tested positive for COVID-19 on Jan. 20 following routine COVID-19 testing and was immediately sent home to isolate, along with an additional staff member as a precaution.
The District of Muskoka says it thanks staff for their hard work, perseverance and dedication that made this significant achievement possible. It also thanks residents, families and the community for their on-going support and best wishes.
Routine, weekly testing of all staff continues as per the provincial guidelines.
We are pleased to share that the outbreak status at the Pines has been lifted. Thank you to staff for your hard work and dedication, and thank you to residents, families and the community for your on-going support and best wishes! https://t.co/QzUbQodc7u pic.twitter.com/HhEVSmLCR1
— District of Muskoka (@DistrictMuskoka) February 4, 2021