Hi folks! This page was was designed to support new and experienced managers, as well as team members that are part of their IPAC working group within Retirement Home settings. We have organized the page with relevant guidance documents and resources reflective of various respiratory and non-respiratory infections, as well as key legislative documents to guide IPAC policies and procedures.

For any new managers or IPAC team members, we have highlighted the main documents under each section as starting point to support you in your orientation and understanding of your role.

Please contact the hub if you are interested in having us visit for a walk around, support during outbreaks, mentorship with developing policies, or providing tailored education sessions for your residents, staff, and visitors.

How to Use this Page: Please click on the arrow beside the main heading to open up a drop down menu to access any supporting documents, videos, or links to best practice guidelines.

1. Get Familiar with Legislation & Guidance Documents

Current Retirement Home Directives

Governing Legislation, Occupational Health & Safety

Other Guidance Documents & Resources

2. Educate Staff & Prepare Environment

Infection Control Planning

Educational Opportunities

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Standard and Transmission-Based Precautions

Environmental Cleaning

Cleaning, Disinfection, Sterilization of Medical Devices and Equipment

3. Identifying Cases, Testing & Determining Outbreak Status

Surveillance

Transmission Mitigation

Specimen Collection, Transportation, Handling, and Storage

Outbreak Reporting