PROVINCIAL LOCKDOWN EFFECTIVE December 26th, 2020 - Please note that In terms of the provincial lockdown which commences on December 26th, our programs and services including Ambulatory Clinics and elective surgeries will NOT be impacted. Mental Health Services of Renfrew County have noted that while their group activities will cease during the lockdown, their other services will continue as usual.
There will also be no impact on the current hospital Visitor Policies in Renfrew County.
PRH Auxliiary - The Mural Cafe and The Sunshine Gift Shop will be closed effective December 26th until further notice. However, in order to facilitate TV rentals, the Gift Shop will be open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 1-4 p.m. for TV rentals only.
PRH Foundation - Although not obligated to close, the Foundation has made the decision to err on the side of caution for the health and safety of all our volunteers and close the Drive Thru Kiosk until Monday, January 11th . This decision will be reassessed as things change. Ticket sales at the Mural Café within the hospital will also be temporarily suspended. In the meantime, Catch the Ace tickets can still be purchased online at www.prhcatchtheace.ca
Hospital Access
Access to our hospital for patients is now restricted four public entrances: Emergency Department (24/7), Tower B (7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.), Tower C (7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) and Tower D (7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
Please follow the signage posted onsite and be prepared to be screened on arrival for symptoms, travel history and contact history.
Due to COVID-19 safety measures, our cafeteria is currently closed to patients and visitors.
In an effort to protect the health of our patients, staff and community against COVID-19, visitor restrictions are now in place.
Our Visitor Policy (Family Caregiver/Care Partner Presence During COVID-19)
If patients admitted to hospital catch COVID-19, they are at a high risk of becoming seriously ill or experiencing serious complications. As a safety measure for our patients, staff and visitors, scheduled/approved visitors must wear masks while indoors at any hospital in the Champlain region. If you are approved to visit, as per hospital policy you will be provided with a procedure mask when you arrive.
Please note:
Thank you for helping us keep everyone in the hospital safe!
Can I visit a friend or loved one in the Hospital?
Patients in Hospital are at extreme risk if exposed to COVID-19, therefore strict restrictions are necessary.PRH may allow one Family Caregiver/Care Partner to support the patient’s care and mental well-being. The patient and/ or substitute decision maker is the one to decide who they would like to designate as their Family Caregiver/Care Partner. Only one Family Caregiver/Care Partner will be permitted in the Hospital per day.
In addition to the above, patients may have a visit from their clergy/faith leader if the request for this visit has been approved by the Spiritual Care Coordinator and they have passed the screening at the hospital entrance.
Can I accompany a friend or loved one to the Emergency Department or an outpatient appointment?
Patients may designate one family/support person to accompany them while attending an outpatient appointment or the Emergency Department.If you are accompanying a friend or loved one to a same-day procedure or surgery, you may be asked to wait outside or return when the procedure or surgery is complete.If you are accompanying a friend or loved one to the Emergency Department, you may be asked to wait outside until the patient is brought to a designated room/treatment area.
Can I visit a friend or loved one who is dying in hospital?
Yes. Four visitors are allowed at a time in these circumstances if the patient’s room is large enough to allow for physical distancing. While there is no limit on the total number of different individuals who can visit, visits need to be coordinated with the care team and the Hospital. While it is difficult to be precise around when an individual is at end of life, this generally refers to the last week of life.
What are the Rules for Visiting?
To visit a patient in the Hospital you must:
What can I bring into the Hospital?
For the health and safety of our patients and staff, we ask that you only bring items for patients which can be cleaned or wiped down with Hospital Grade Disinfectant.
For the Maternal Child Care Program:
The designated visitor must be healthy and must pass screening. If the designated visitor is unable to attend then the mother can request another support person. The designated visitor cannot rotate or change through the labour process. This includes after delivery and for the recovery period.
At this time, personal belongings for patients (for activities of daily living as well as minimal personal items) will be permitted into the hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic as per the following process for drop off:
Some examples of items for activities of daily living or minimal personal items may include: hearing aids, glasses, dentures, personal brushes, books, electronic devices, slippers, clothes (clothes must be laundered before patient use).
Renfrew County now has a new pandemic healthcare service to strengthen access to primary care and reduce the demand on our region's Emergency Departments.
If you have a health concern, including concerns or questions about COVID-19, and you don't have a family physician or can't access your family physician, call 1-844-727-6404 to connect with care and support from a nurse practitioner, family physician and/or community paramedic. For more information on this service, visit their website at http://www.rcvtac.ca/.
How You Can Help Us
If you have personal protective equipment that you would like to donate to our hospital such as hand sanitizer, N95 masks, surgical masks, latex-free gloves, disinfectant wipes, protective eyewear/shields, or Level 2 isolation gowns, please drop these items off at the Pembroke Fire Department (200 International Drive, off Boundary Road) in Pembroke. Donations can be dropped off 24/7 or contact pr@prh.email if you have questions about donations.
For the most up-to-date information about COVID-19, visit the Renfrew County and District Health Unit's website at www.rcdhu.com .
For the most up-to-date information about the COVID-19 situation in Ontario, visit www.ontario.ca.
For the most up-to-date information about COVID-19 from the World Health Organization (WHO), visit www.who.int
Resource for Ontarians Experiencing Mental Health and Addictions Issues During The Pandemic
Renfrew County COVID-19 Resources and Helpful Information (Grouped by Community)