COVID-19 Updates

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Health Centre has implemented their plan to protect clients and staff. The following precautions are in-place across all sites of the CHC:

If you do have an in-person visit at the CHC, here is what you can expect:

Mask are no longer mandatory unless you are experiencing respiratory or other symptoms. You are still welcome to wear a mask if you prefer. (we will supply if needed). Here is a link with info on safe masking: https://files.ontario.ca/moh-coronavirus-face-coverings-en-2020-05-20.pdf
You will be asked a series of COVID-19 screening questions from the Ministry of Health – it’s not a test but please answer honestly. You will still receive care, regardless of your answers!
Your care provider will be wearing personal protective equipment (which could include a mask, face shield, medical gown). Please don’t be intimidated – it’s the same friendly faces under the equipment!
Group programs are being delivered in person and virtually. See our Upcoming Events for program calendars.
If you are visiting the Centre to attend a program, please stay home if you are feeling unwell.
If you have any questions, just call!

An individual’s risk of serious illness is determined based on a combination of your health, age, and vaccination status, based on an assessment from a health care provider. This includes:

Adults who are immunocompromised (have an immune system that is weakened by a health condition or medications)
Adults 70 years and older with a clinical assessment, regardless of vaccination status
Adults 60 years and older who have had fewer than three doses
Adults 18 years and older who have had less than three doses and have risk conditions
Unvaccinated pregnant individuals

Note: COVID-19 Antiviral Treatments are not substitutes for vaccines. The best defence against serious COVID-19 disease is to get vaccinated. To book a vaccination, visit GetTheVaccine.ca

How to access the antiviral treatments? High-risk individuals experiencing COVID-19 symptoms can contact their primary care provider to get tested and assessed for treatment right away. Those individuals who do not have a primary care provider, can book an appointment with a local COVID-19 Assessment Centre (find location here).

How to Protect Yourself

Preventing Covid-19

If you are concerned about COIVD-19 symptoms and have access to the internet, please complete the self-assessment before calling:

https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/#q0

Guidelines from Lambton Health if your School going child is sick. Click Here

Child failed the COVID Screening. Click Here