Temporary Measures Are Required to Help Contain COVID-19 Outbreak
During these unprecedented times, the province is using every tool available to keep Ontarians safe. Management contracts are one example of the measures Ontario has utilized on behalf of long-term care residents and staff. Ongoing measures include emergency funding, regulatory flexibility, staffing support, expanded testing, along with direction and guidance on outbreak management, and infection prevention and control.
The Ministry of Long-Term Care will continue to make decisions based on case-by-case assessments, and in partnership with the local hospitals, as to which long-term care homes may require additional interim hospital support.
Quick Facts
- The voluntary management contract will be in effect for 90 days. If necessary, these arrangements can be extended.
- To date, the Ministry of Long-Term Care has now issued seven Mandatory Management Orders and approved 17 voluntary management contracts between Ontario hospitals and long-term care homes.
Additional Resources
- 2020 Ontario Budget/Ontario’s Action Plan: Protect, Support, Recover
- Visit Ontario’s website to learn more about how the province continues to protect Ontarians from COVID-19
SOURCE: Province of Ontario
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