Staff Member Tests Positive for COVID-19 Virus at Lambton Meadowview Villa - January 28

Petrolia, ON - The administration team of Lambton Meadowview Villa learned today that a staff member 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 in the Home.

The positive case was detected through routine staff testing, which is conducted as part of the Home's regular surveillance protocol. Residents are being tested today and any residents who may have been in close contact with this employee are in isolation as a precaution. Staff testing is ongoing.

"We are diligently following the protocols and procedures put into place by the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Long-Term Care in all of our Homes," said Jane Joris, General Manager, Long-Term Care Division. "Our priority is the continued care and well-being of the people who live at Lambton Meadowview Villa, along with their families. We are actively working with Lambton Public Health and following the guidance provided to us."

Lambton Meadowview Villa is home to 125 people, and employs almost 200 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. 5412
Email Jane Joris