Update: Winnifred Stewart Association Day and Residential Programs

In our efforts to protect the health and well-being of the individuals we support, our staff and the community, Winnifred Stewart Association continues to follow PDD’s and Alberta Health Services’ guidelines to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Re: Day Services Extended Closure
We are extending the suspension of our Day Services program until May 31st, 2020. This date is subject to change and is contingent on Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health’s decisions for service providers such as ours.

Re: Residential Services’ Outdoor Visits
In the Record of Decision – CMOH Order 14-2020 (Appendix A), there is a significant amendment to the order that will improve the quality of life and mental health for many WSA residents, their family and loved ones. Though visitors are still not allowed entry into our residences, we are permitted to support residents to have outdoor visits with a designated visitor and one other guest (i.e., a maximum group of three, including the resident) on WSA property. A resident or their alternate decision-maker (e.g. their guardian) selects who will be a designated visitor. Residents who are not required to be isolated and can observe physical distancing requirements of two metres are encouraged to have outdoor visits with loved ones. Please arrange a day and time to visit by contacting the residential staff or supervisor; they will review the necessary protocols, like health assessment checks, for a visit.

We will continue to provide updates by phone, email or mail if the situation changes, and please contact us at any time with your questions or concerns at 780-453-6707. For ongoing updates about the COVID-19 situation, please visit our website at https://www.winnifredstewart.com/news. Thank you for your continuing support during the pandemic.