KinVillage in Tsawwassen has provided an update on two outbreaks at its facility.
One of the outbreaks is in the South Court building on the third floor while the second outbreak is in the West Court Building (care home).
KinVillage said Thursday morning that Point Prevalence Testing (Nasopharyngeal swabs) was completed on Monday for both residents living on the third floor and staff.
“Of all the swabs taken from residents living on the 3rd floor and staff, one result came back positive for a resident,” said KinVillage. “All other results were negative for COVID-19. There are a total of four residents living on the third floor who have tested positive for COVID-19, all of whom are receiving the needed care and support. No staff have tested positive to date.”
KinVillage says all residents living on the third floor must remain in their suites until further notice. Their meals are being delivered and social visits are suspended at this time.
The outbreak declared Jan. 9 by Fraser Health in West Court has seen no positive cases among residents, but five staff have tested positive.
“Over 100 staff working at West Court underwent Point Prevalence Testing over the weekend identifying two more positive cases. A total of 5 staff have tested positive for COVID-19 and all are isolating at home,” said KinVillage. “The five staff did not have close-direct contact with residents. Public Health is assessing the situation on a daily basis.
Staff continue to closely monitor residents for symptoms and will perform a nasopharyngeal swab if the resident develops symptoms associated with COVID-19.”
KinVillage says additional infection prevention and control measures are in place including all residents remaining in their rooms. Meals are being delivered and staff are assisting. In person, glass-door and window visits are suspended. Recreation staff are supporting virtual visits.
“In both outbreak situations we are working closely with Fraser Health including infection prevention and control specialists, Public Health and the Medical Health Officer,” says KinVillage. “Fraser Health is supporting KinVillage with a constant supply of PPE, staff and screening support as well as overall support with their clinical nurse educators.
“Staff are working very hard to contain the spread of the virus and focusing on the steps necessary to reduce the risk of further transmission in both buildings. Their efforts are very much appreciated and acknowledged.”