Resident Tests Positive for COVID-19 Virus at North Lambton Lodge

Forest, ON - The administration team of North Lambton Lodge has learned that a resident has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus.

People living in the long-term care home and their families were notified of the positive case today, and informed that as a result, Lambton Public Health has declared a COVID-19 outbreak at the Home, in the Pine Lane area only.

The resident has been out of the home for several days in hospital where they tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. No other residents are currently showing symptoms. Testing of residents living on Pine Lane will occur immediately and staff testing is ongoing.

"Our focus, as always, is on the well-being of the people who live at North Lambton Lodge and their families," said Jane Joris, General Manager, Long-Term Care Division. "We are actively working with Lambton Public Health and following the guidance provided to us, in addition to diligently following the protocols and procedures put into place by the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Long-Term Care."

North Lambton Lodge is home to 88 people, and employs almost 120 staff members in a range of occupations from nursing, to food service, to recreation and environmental services.

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Please contact:

Jane Joris
General Manager, Long-Term Care Division
County of Lambton
519-845-0809 ext. 5214
Email Jane Joris