For official information about Influenza activity in Simcoe County, protocols or resources, visit the Simcoe Muskoka Health Unit website at
simcoemuskokahealth.org.
County of Simcoe Long Term Care Homes and Seniors Communities Influenza / Respiratory status updates are listed below.
Georgian Manor
Current Status: As of October 15th, confirmed Respiratory Outbreak has been declared over on the following Unit: Sumac
Previous Status: As of October 3rd, confirmed Respiratory Outbreak has been declared on the following Unit: Sumac
Trillium Manor
Current Status: No current outbreaks noted.
Sunset Manor
Current Status: No current outbreaks noted.
Simcoe Manor
Current Status: No current outbreaks noted.
During a Respiratory and/or Influenza outbreak, the following precautions are heightened in the Home/Residence:
- Residents: Heightened surveillance and monitoring of all residents. Enhanced environmental cleaning of entire facility.
- Visitors: Increased communications surrounding proper sanitization of hands using hand sanitizers when entering or leaving the facility. Families/visitors have been asked not to enter the facility if showing symptoms respiratory infection or influenza.
- Staff: Following County procedures including the use of masks, gloves and gowns as well as increased sanitization.
