Changes in policy due to concerns pertaining to the additional COVID-19 restrictions being applied to Halifax, Hants and Lunenburg Counties.
Designated Care Providers Notice – Feb 26 2021
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What’s New
Christmas Visitiation – Dec. 17th, 2020
Dr.Strang made an announcement regarding LTC visitation in Nova Scotia. We will be implementing the following visitation effective Monday, Dec. 21st
Updated Visitation Restrictions – Dec. 2nd, 2020
Yesterday Dr Strang announced that Designated Care Providers (DCPs) will be reduced to one (1) person in LTC facilities from two (2).
Visitation Rules – Nov. 25th, 2020
Public Health has confirmed we are into the second wave of COVID-19 in Nova Scotia.
New Visitation Changes – November 20, 2020
Dr. Strang made some changes to LTC restrictions today during the press conference at 1:30pm.
New Visitation Changes-November 20, 2020
Dr. Strang made some changes to LTC restrictions today during the press conference at 1:30pm.
Update on Family Visitation Rules
I am reaching out today to remind everyone in the R.K. Community that we need to practice Public Health measures and follow visitation rules strictly.
Guidelines – Off Site Visits with Family
Residents are now able to go offsite and spend time in family homes.
Visitation Overview – September 17th, 2020
Prior to all visits, visitors must be screened using the provincial screening tool.
Visitation Rules – Sept. 9th, 2020
As you are aware, another announcement was made Tuesday regarding visitation in Long Term Care facilities in Nova Scotia.
CCA (Continuing Care Assistant) Career
We have immediately vacancies for this valuable role. We provide and invest in in-house education, employment opportunity, clinical mentorship, and assistance.
Update to Familys about New Visitation Rules
Dr. Strang and Premier MacNeil announced some changes to visitation in Long Term Care Facilities. View the New Rules here.
2024 Resident & Family Satisfaction Survey Results
The Resident & Family Satisfaction Surveys were carried out in November / December of 2024.
Change to Date
The guest speaker will be Joanne MacKenzie. Family & friends are welcome to attend – please consider joining our Family Council.
How can family enhance the quality of life for their loved one, who is living in long-term care?
The guest speaker will be Joanne MacKenzie. Family & friends are welcome to attend – please consider joining our Family Council.
Family and Friend Satisfaction Survey
Since we are in the midst of a Canada Post strike, we ask that you please drop off your completed survey in the main lobby of the RK.
Family Council: Recruiting New Members
The RK MacDonald’s Family Council is recruiting new members. The Council is an organized, autonomous group of family members of the residents who aim to be a collective voice for the residents via a collaborative relationship with the RK Administration.
Groundbreaking Ceremony for the New RK MacDonald Nursing Home
The Groundbreaking Ceremony for the new RK MacDonald Nursing Home took place on June 11th, 2025. Thank you to everyone who has helped bring us to this moment.
Updated Shellfish Allergy SOP
The RK MacDonald Nursing Home would like to remind visitors, staff, and residents to be mindful of those with shellfish allergies this spring and summer. Please view the updated SOP on mandatory procedures that must be followed when lobster is brought into the RK.