For immediate release: March 31, 2023
For more information please contact:
Carolyn Plummer
President & CEO, HHHS
cplummer@hhhs.ca
HHHS Updates COVID-19-Related Visiting Guidelines
Following direction from the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Long-Term Care, and the HHHS COVID-19
Steering Committee, the following changes will be in effect as of Monday, April 3, 2023.
Passive Screening for Entry to HHHS Facilities
All HHHS facilities, including Long-Term Care, will shift from ‘active’ to ‘passive’ screening for
COVID-19 and respiratory symptoms. This means that visitors to the Emergency Department, In-
Patient Department, and both Hyland Crest and Highland Wood Long-Term Care home will be
presented by a list of screening questions upon arrival at HHHS facilities.
Visitors will be expected to self-screen, based on these questions, and not proceed with their
visit if they have any symptoms.
Ending of Testing Requirement for Long-Term Care Visitors
Visitors to Hyland Crest and Highland Wood Long-Term Care homes will no longer be required to
be rapid tested for COVID-19 before entry. Rapid antigen tests will be made available on-site at
each Long-Term Care home for those who wish to self-test before entering the homes.
Visitor Masking Requirements
While all visitors to any HHHS facility will still be required to wear a medical-grade mask indoors,
there are no requirements for masking by visitors conducting outdoor visits with Long-Term
Care residents.
For more information about HHHS’ visiting policies, please visit www.hhhs.ca.
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About Haliburton Highlands Health Services
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Haliburton Highlands Health Services, working with partners and accountable to our community,
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Addictions Services and Community Support Services.