WHAT IS CLOSED NOW THANKS TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC?
The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic is affecting day-to-day operations for all municipalities in the Prescott-Russell region.
Public service and recreation facilities throughout the region are either shutting down or setting access restrictions as part of local efforts to curb the spread of the 2019 novel coronavirus, which causes Covid-19, a viral disease that has flu-like symptoms.
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- cipalities, local health agencies, and others have adjusted their public access policies until the pandemic situation changes.
Hospitals
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residents at either end of Prescott-Russell, have adopted similar limited access guidelines for both patients and visitors to their
Screening procedures are in effect at both hospitals for new patients, to identify those that might have the Covid-19 virus. The screening procedure includes questions about the patient’s past travel history, including any recent trips to China or Southeast Asia, Japan, Iran or Italy, or close contact with someone who has been to any of those areas; signs of any symptoms like fever, shortness of breath, or a worsening cough,
or suspected Covid-19 case.
Visiting restrictions are now in effect. Anyone who feels sick is asked not to visit family or friends who are in the hospital
access to one visitor at a time, except in cases of compassionate reasons.
Clarence-Rockland Health
sent out emails to its clientele to tell them that the clinic is not able to test for Covid-19. Clarence-Rockland residents can go to the
who have returned from recent travel abroad and show symptoms of Covid-19, or who may have had recent contact with someone diagnosed with Covid-19.
Anyone who meets those criteria can call 613-446-7677 and speak to a nurse who will evaluate their symptoms over the phone to decide if they need to see a doctor or should go to the Brewer Arena testing centre.
PR Residence
Public access is now restricted at the Prescott-Russell Residence, following a to seniors from all over Prescott-Russell.
The provincial directive urges access to the Residence limited to “essential visitors” until further notice for the safety and well visitors” include those who visit residents who are very ill or need hospice care. All visitors must submit to a screening procedure and will not be allowed in if they do not pass the procedure.
Visitor access is limited to one visitor per resident at the same time. Family members are asked to use the phone, social media messaging, Skype, or other methods to talk with their relatives at the Residence.
Facility staff and hospice service providers have access to the building. Residence administration will re-evaluate the access restriction policy as it monitors changes in the Covid-19 situation.
School Districts
closed for an extra two weeks following the
government announced the extended school
and French in both public and Catholic school districts will remain closed until April 5.
UCPR
The United Counties of Prescott and Rus
urgent cases and Prescott-Russell residents are asked to phone ahead to determine if their situation meets the criteria or if they need to make alternative arrangements to deal with their concern.
Anyone allowed access must use a speci
will have to go through a screening procedure when they enter. This procedure applies to both visitors and UCPR employees.
- grams provided through the UCPR social service department are cancelled until fur
further notice.
Court
For all provincial court matters, residents are advised to go to https://www.ontariocourts.ca/scj/covid-19/ for advice on how to proceed, or consult with their lawyer, the
Municipalities
facilities, in response to the Covid-19 situation, varies from municipality to municipality in Prescott-Russell. All municipalities are adjusting their operations to maintain basic and essential services for residents.
still available.
Alfred-Plantagenet Township is restricting
be inside to deal with residents’ questions and complaints by phone or email. Payment of property taxes and other fees is possible by online banking, Canada Post, or using the secure exterior drop box at the municipal
their tags through the online form on the township website or phone the municipal
All of the township’s public libraries are closed until further notice. Use the drop boxes for any books which are due.
still open to the public though residents are urged to phone for help with any problems or concerns unless they are urgent in nature. Phone also for information on online payment or other options for property taxes and other fees.
The Clarence-Rockland Recreation and
and Rockland Public Library, is closed as is the Bourget Public Library. The Clarence Creek Arena and all community halls in Clarence-Rockland are closed. The ClarenceRockland Arena is closed to the public but access is allowed for students and staff at
for hockey skills instruction, training, and practice.
The Clarence-Rockland municipal day
interview Sunday, that council will consult with staff to work a reimbursement plan for parents who have paid in advance for daycare service at the facility.
Job Fair
The Centre de services à l’emploi
for exhibitors, suppliers, and partners. The
but staff will be available by phone, email, and teleconference to deal with clients’ needs regarding employment.