IPAC+ Resource Library
A resource library to support the implementation of infection prevention and control (IPAC) practices in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) and retirement homes (RHs)
IPAC+ is an initiative led by the Knowledge Translation Program at St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto, in partnership with over 15 institutions (see here). LTCF and RH stakeholders can refer to this library to assess IPAC preparedness and to access resources to support the implementation of evidence-based IPAC practices in their settings.
For more information on IPAC+ please email Keelia.QuinndeLaunay@unityhealth.to
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‘Just Clean Your Hands’ Long-Term Care Program
Public Health Ontario
Recommended Steps for Putting On and Taking Off Personal Protective Equipment
Public Health Ontario
Video Tutorial: Doffing PPE
Public Health Ontario
Video Tutorial: Donning PPE
Public Health Ontario
Guidance on Cleaning and Storing Face Shield
Unity Health Toronto
Video Tutorial: Donning and Doffing PPE
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
COVID-19: When and How to Wear a Mask – Recommendations for the General Public
Public Health Ontario
COVID-19 Screening Tool for Long-Term Care Homes and Retirement Homes
Ontario Ministry of Health
Cover Your Cough Signage
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
COVID-19: How to Self-Monitor
Public Health Ontario
Visitors Symptom Notice Signage (English)
Ontario Ministry of Health
Visitors Symptom Notice Signage (French)
Ontario Ministry of Health
COVID-19: Signage on How to Wash Your Hands
Public Health Ontario
Recommended Steps: Putting on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Public Health Ontario
COVID-19: How to Self-Isolate While Working – Recommendations for Health Care Workers
Public Health Ontario
COVID-19 Outbreak Guidance for LongTerm Care Homes (LTCH)
Page 3: New Admissions and Re-Admissions; Page 4: Ways to Increase Physical Distancing in the LTCFH; Page 16: Declaring the Outbreak Over; Appendix 1: PPE Recommendations for Staff on Work Self Isolation
Ontario Ministry of Health
Supports for LTC Home Staffing
Ontario Centres for Learning, Research & Innovation in Long-Term Care (CLRI)
LTC Orientation for Incoming Support
Ontario Centres for Learning, Research & Innovation in Long-Term Care (CLRI)
COVID Care Learning: Learning Platform for Health Care Professionals Supporting COVID-19 and Critical Ill Patients in Ontario
Ontario COVID-19 Education Task Force, in partnership with the Ontario Centres for Learning, Research & Innovation in Long-Term Care (CLRI) and the Baycrest Centre for Education
Rountine Practices and Additional Precautions in All Health Care Settings
Public Health Ontario
COVID-19: Aersol Generation from Coughs and Sneezes
Public Health Ontario
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Burn Rate Calculator
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Echo Care of the Elderly: COVID-19 Session 3 on Infection Prevention and Control Management of COVID-19
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Signage: How to Use Handrub
Public Health Ontario
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Universal Mask Use in Health Care
Public Health Ontario
Video Tutorial: Putting on Mask and Eye Protection
Public Health Ontario
The Person Behind the Mask: Communicating with Clients Living with Dementia While Protecting Ourselves
The Alzheimer Society Peel and Mississauga Halton Behavioural Supports Ontario
Universal Mask Use in Health Care Settings and Retirement Homes
Public Health Ontario
Video Tutorial: Using a Positive Physical Approach When A Face Mask Is Necessary
Teepa Snow – Positive Approach to Care (linked by the Ontario Centres for Learning, Research & Innovation in Long-Term Care (CLRI))
Recommended Guidelines Pandemic Universal Masking in LTC/CC
Ontario Health (Toronto)
Ontario eConsult Program Web-Based Tool
Ontario Telemedicine Network
Activities for Older Adults During COVID-19: A Guide to Online Resources for those Providing Care for People with Dementia
Health Innovation Network South London and C.H.A.I.N.
COVID-19: Physical Distancing
Public Health Ontario
Ethical Considerations for Managing Residents Who Lack the Cognitive Ability to Adhere to IPAC Protocols in Long-Term Care Settings pdf [631.58 KB]
Page 4: Decision-Making Process
GTA Ethicists
Dementia Isolation Toolkit: Presentation Slides
University of Toronto and UHN
Quick Reference Flyer: VirtualCareTM Service
Ontario Health
Non-Pharmacological Approaches to Support Individuals Living with Dementia Maintain Isolation Precautions
Behavioural Supports Ontario
Guidelines for Supporting Clients Who Wander and Require Physical Isolation pdf [184.31 KB]
Regional Geriatric Program of Toronto
Bordedom Busters for Long-Term Care
Ontario CLRI at Bruyère and iGen Ottawa
Mini Webinar: Ripples of Thoughtful Words for Communication at End-of-Life
Ontario CLRI at Bruyère and Algonquin College
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Preparedness Checklist for Nursing Homes and other Long-Term Care Settings
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Quick 10: COVID-19 Long-Term Care Home Update Checklist
Family Councils Ontario and CanAge
Keeping Families in the Loop: Bridging Conversations Through Mindful Communication with Families
Family Councils Ontario, Elder Abuse Prevention, and CanAge
Echo Care of the Elderly: COVID-19 Session 2 on Preparing your Long-Term Care Home for COVID-19
Ontario Centres for Learning, Research & Innovation in Long-Term Care (CLRI)
Engaging in Advance Care Planning for COVID-19
Hospice Palliative Care Toronto
Serious Illness Conversation Guide
BC Cancer
Approaches to Goals of Care Discussions: Resource for Healthcare Providers
Ontario Palliative Care Network
Advance Care Planning, Goals of Care, and Treatment Decisions & Informed Consent Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Ontario Palliative Care Network
Person-Centred Decision-Making: Documenting Goals of Care Discussions pdf [804.86 KB]
2019 by Drs. Kaya, Steinberg, Incardona, Myers, Ailon, Chakraborty, Grossman, Perri, Wentlandt, You & Ms. Andreychuk: Goals of Care Discussion Documentation.
COVID-19 Virus Test Requisition (Pre-Filled)
Public Health Ontario
Public Health Ontario Webinar Series
COVID-19: Considerations for Long Term Care and Retirement Homes (LTC/RH)
Complete overview of key issues in preparing LTC/RH for COVID, including: 1) preparedness, 2) identifying outbreaks, 3) testing, 4) application of outbreak measures, 5) HCW mgmt, 6) essential visitor mgmt, and 7) reporting of outbreaks.
COVID-19 Provincial Testing Guidance Update
Ontario Ministry of Health
