Riverside Health Care says masks no longer need to be worn at its long-term care sites.
Visitors and caregivers can also meet with residents in communal areas, like the dining room.
The change reflects updated directives from the Ministry of Long-Term Care and impacts Rainycrest Long-Term Care and the long-term care wings at the Emo and Rainy River Health Centres.
“It is important to note that during outbreak situations, all individuals must comply with masking and other requirements as directed,” says Riverside Health Care in a release.
Masks will still be available to those that wish to wear one.
Riverside says staff may still be required to wear a mask when tending to a resident if requested.
Masks are also still necessary when visiting the emergency department.
All visitors are reminded to self-screen before entering any of Riverside’s facilities.
People with fever, cough, sore throat, or other flu-like symptoms are asked to not visit unless seeking care.
