Schreiner statement on new measures in long-term care homes

March 24, 2020

QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement after emergency measures were enacted for Ontario’s long-term care homes to combat COVID-19:

“Restricting visits could take a heavy emotional toll on our elders in care.

But these measures are necessary to protect those at greatest risk from COVID-19.

I urge family members to stay in close contact with their loved ones over phone and video to maintain a connection that means so much to our elderly population.

I hope that long-term care facilities can devote some extra attention to helping residents use technology to stay connected with their family members during this time.”

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