Patient safety is important to us at Baycrest.  

We work hard to prevent and manage the spread of infectious diseases through measures like hand washing and flu shots. 

Our infection prevention and control practices also help to lower the rate of infections such as those caused by Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile), methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) or vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE). 

Get your flu shot and protect your loved ones 

Every year, thousands of Ontarians get the flu. Some people become very sick, while others may need to miss work, school or family activities. Some people even die. 

Older adults and people living in long-term care are especially at risk of serious illness from the flu. 

The flu shot helps protect both you and those around you. And if you live, work or go to school in Ontario it’s free. 

Wash your hands before and after visiting 

Washing your hands is the best way to prevent infection. Please use the hand sanitizer that can be found at every entrance and throughout Baycrest. 

Remember that older adults are at a higher risk of serious illness from infections. Please do not visit if you are sick. 

How else can clients and families help with safety?  

We work together with clients and families to create a safer environment. You can help by: 

• Talking to your care team about any concerns 

• Family members should not visit if you are sick 

• Washing your hands before and after appointments 

• Getting a flu shot 

• Talking to your care team about medications and supplements 

• Learn how to reduce your risk of falling 

• Look out for and report broken equipment 

• Check for pressure injuries 

• Follow all instructions in case of emergency 

Learn more about how clients and families can help with safety at Baycrest. 

Safety and health updates 

Outbreak Information

Learn about current infectious outbreaks at Baycrest. 

COVID-19 Information

Get up-to-date information about Baycrest’s COVID-19 policies and guidelines. 

C. Difficile Infection Rate

See Health Quality Ontario’s data on the rate of Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile) infections at Baycrest. 

Antibiotic-Resistant Bloodstream Infection Rate

See Health Quality Ontario’s data on the rate of MRSA and VRE infections at Baycrest. 

Hand Hygiene Compliance

See Health Quality Ontario’s data on hand washing compliance at Baycrest.