Facility-Wide RSV Outbreak Declared at Rainycrest Long Term Care Home

March 25, 2026

In consultation with the Northwestern Public Health Unit, Riverside Health Care has confirmed the respiratory outbreak at Rainycrest Long Term Care Home as Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), which has now expanded to a facility-wide outbreak.

As a result, outbreak precautions are in place throughout the Home to help protect the health and safety of residents, staff, and visitors.

Medical masking is required for all visitors to the facility. Staff may also require visitors to wear additional personal protective equipment (PPE) depending on the circumstances.

There are currently restrictions on admissions, transfers, and discharges. Large group social activities for residents are paused until further notice.

Riverside urges all visitors to conduct self-screenings before entering any Riverside facility. Individuals experiencing flu-like symptoms are kindly asked not to visit at that time. During RSV outbreaks, visits from infants and young children are discouraged, where possible.

We would like to acknowledge increased RSV activity in the district and encourage everyone to take appropriate precautions to help keep themselves and others safe and well during this time.

The Outbreak Management Team will continue to monitor the situation closely in partnership with public health.

The care and safety of our residents, team members, and families remain our top priority. We thank our community for their continued understanding and cooperation.