Quality Report - March
NEWSLETTER
NEWSLETTER
Quality Report - March
Hand Hygiene Audits
The HVH management team conducts hand hygiene audits regularly to track and
evaluate whether staff are compiling with appropriate hand hygiene practices. Results from the audits are posted throughout the facility for staff, residents, family, volunteers and visitors.
What is Hand Hygiene?
Hand hygiene is a general term referring to any action that removes visible soil and/ or kills germs on the hands. When performed correctly, hand hygiene is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of communicable diseases and infections.
In health care, hand hygiene is used to eliminate transient microorganisms that have been picked up via contact with patients, contaminated equipment or the environment. Hand hygiene may be performed with alcohol-based hand rubs or, if hands are visibly soiled, with soap and running water.
(Best Practices for Hand Hygiene in All Health Care Settings, 4th Edition; Provincial Infectious Diseases Advisory
Committee. April 2014).
Submitted by Carrie Frazier, Programs Manager
Hilltop Highlights and Events
October Events
Lest We Forget… The Royal Canadian Legion, Lunenburg Branch 23 will lead a Remembrance Day Service, November 11th at 2:00 p.m. in the Floor 2 Lounge, All Welcome.
As a Resident of Harbour View Haven; 6. “You have the right to voice complaints regarding the facility or facility staff without facing discrimination.” In accordance with HVH policy regarding complaints, residents are encouraged to direct complaints to the CEO, the Director of Resident Care, the Assistant Director of Care, and/or Nurse Manager .
Staff Appreciation Last month was Continuing Care month…. in appreciation to all our staff for their dedication and generous care provided to our residents, HVH offered a number of special treats throughout October including Tim Hortons Coffee, Muffins and Doughnuts, Subway Sub days, Pizza days, and a special Chicken & Samosas meal served by Management.
HVH Programming Highlights Pictures
National Infection Control Week October 20-25, 2025
Upcoming Special Meals
October Events