A seniors’ living complex in Prince Albert is on lockdown after five residents tested positive for COVID-19.
Manager of the Columbian Centre Rob Fahlman said all of the residents who tested positive are doing very well and are isolating in their own suites.
“We have things set up so we can get supplies to them and make sure they’re comfortable,” Fahlman said. “That’s what we do at the Columbian Centre, we look after the seniors in the building because in my mind, we’re one big family here.”
A total of 59 residents live in the building which is run by the Knights of Columbus. Home care staff are still allowed in while wearing personal protective equipment, but residents are not allowed to leave. Fahlman said there are common areas within the building, but activities have been curtailed since the beginning of the pandemic and the building has been diligent with their sanitization and cleaning protocols. He said the building will be on lockdown until public health tel
PRINCE ALBERT The Columbian Centre seniors living complex in Prince Albert is under lockdown after public health detected five cases of COVID-19 among residents. According to the facility’s manager, all residents were tested after a positive case was identified last week. On Dec. 23, public health informed Columbian Centre that seniors are not allowed to leave their rooms and visitors are not permitted. A letter displayed at the building’s entrance states that home care staff are allowed to enter with the proper personal protective equipment. Meals on Wheels can still drop off food while following preventative measures. The Saskatchewan Health Authority is asking anyone who was in the building between Dec. 11 and 23 to watch for symptoms.