Only four of the dozens of personal support workers who typically staff a Markham home for mentally and physically challenged adults were tending to residents after a COVID-19 outbreak hit this week. At least 10 of the 42 adult residents at Participation House and two staff members have tested positive for the virus. In a normal 24-hour period, 35 workers would be required, including eight support workers for each of two day shifts and two for overnight. There are currently eight support staff, which includes three personal support workers and one nurse. April 10, 2020 — Update: This story has been changed from a previously published version to add comments from Participation House and the ministry.

Source: thestar April 10, 2020 22:42 UTC