50 Confirmed Cases Linked to Cedarcroft Retirement Home in Stratford.

Tuesday, 10 November 2020 at 17:17

The outbreak at the Cedarcroft Retirement Home in Stratford is now associated with 50 confirmed cases including 34 residents, and 16 staff members.

STRATFORD - Huron Perth Public Health is currently dealing with two active outbreaks at long term care homes.

The region currently has 48 active cases, which is the highest total they have had during the pandemic. The outbreak continues at Cedarcroft Place Retirement Residence, and there are now 50 confirmed cases associated with the outbreak, including 34 residents and 16 staff; three residents who tested positive have unfortunately passed away.

Medical Officer of Health Dr. Miriam Klassen says they are concerned about the recent numbers.

“I understand the level of concern in our community with the increasing numbers and with the unfortunate ongoing outbreak in one of our retirement homes. Local public health, provincial organizations, the hospital and community partners have all been working collaboratively alongside the leadership at Cedarcroft Retirement Home to stabilize care, and work to prevent further spread of illness.”

Organizations and partners that are assisting with the response include the Huron Perth Pandemic Response Triad, South West Pandemic Response Triad, Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance, South West LHIN and Ontario Health West. An infection control specialist from Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance is currently on-site working with the staff.

Knollcrest Lodge in Perth East continues to be in outbreak with no additional cases at this time. The outbreak at Mitchell Nursing Home, which had been declared out of an abundance of caution, is over as of this afternoon.

There are currently 9 active community cases of COVID-19 not counted as part of the outbreaks, most notably with four active cases in Perth East. No additional cases have been confirmed that are associated with Milverton Public School.