Dr. Strang and Premier MacNeil announced some changes to visitation in Long Term Care Facilities. View the New Rules here.
Update to Familys about New Visitation Rules
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What’s New
Update to Visitation Policy
The Nova Scotia Government announced on July 17th, 2020 that long-term care facilities in the Province will be reopening to visitors.
Visitation to LTC Update July 17,2020
We have been made aware of the announcement today from Premier McNeil regarding some of the restrictions being lifted for visitation at Long Term Care Homes across the province. We know that this is welcome news for many, however, we must stress that there are still...
Notice Regarding Family Visits
We are preparing to welcome loved ones for outdoor visits beginning Thursday, June 18, 2020. We will be taking a very cautious approach.
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CEO Update on the R.K. as of March 16, 2020
March 16, 2020 6:00 pm Good Evening Everyone: The facility continues to work through the information shared from Department of Health and Wellness (DHW) as well as finalizing many parts of our pandemic plan. Updates: Phone System- As you know, our phone system...
Closed to ALL Visitors
The Nova Scotian government under the authority of the Health Protection Act has closed all long-term care facilities to visitors effectively immediately.
Family Caregiver Education Series: Alzheimer’s
Are you providing care and support to a family member or friend who has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or another dementia? If so, the Family Caregiver Education Series may be for you. When: Six thursday afternoons (130PM - 330PM) Date: April 16, 23,...
Palliative Care Front-Line Education Course by NSCC
NSCC is offering a Palliative Care Front-Line Education Course
Strategic Planning Update
The Rk MacDonald is proud to release the annual update to our Strategic Plan for 2019/2020.
Dementia: Challenges & Rewards
Please join Dominic Boyd—Education Co-ordinator from the Nova Scotia Alzheimer Society on Saturday, November 09th, 2019.
Buddy Bench 2.0
The ‘buddy bench’ created for the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home’s garden last year proved so popular, a second one has been created for the People’s Place Library.
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.
Lights of Love: Postal Strike Update
As a result of the Canada Post strike, we would appreciate if donations can be dropped off at the RK to ensure donors are acknowledged during the December 8th Lights of Love celebration.
Our Core Values
This morning we’re revisiting our Core Values Video which reminds us of the importance of living our Core Values each and every day in support of our mission and vision.
Compassion in Action: Enriching the lives of Nova Scotians
This campaign highlights the commitment of continuing care employees to promoting the happiness, health, wellbeing, and independence of their clients.
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.
Updated Scent-Free Policy
The RK is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and productive workplace. We strive to eliminate the use of personal and environmental products with scents and fragrances to prevent adverse reactions among residents, staff, and visitors. Where possible, please choose to use unscented products.
Construction Start Date for the New RK MacDonald Nursing Home
Full mobilization of the new RK home will begin in the coming weeks. Preliminary work has begun on Church Street Extension.