RHRA Update E-Newsletter

RHRA Update

RHRA Updates is a weekly publication for retirement home operators and licensees, providing up-to-date information to newsletter subscribers. Please email e-newsletter@rhra.ca to be added to the list.

April 25, 2024 – RHRA Update: Updated Outbreak Guidance for Retirement Homes, RHRA’s 2024-25 Business Plan

April 22, 2024 – Special Advisory: Updated Outbreaks Government Guidance for Retirement Homes, COVID-19 Spring Vaccine Recommendation

April 18, 2024 – RHRA Update: Changes To Home’s Operations, RHRA’s Compliance Assistance Module

April 11, 2024 – RHRA Update: EAPO Seniors Leading Change Webinar, RHRA’s Inspection Resource

April 4, 2024 – RHRA Update: New Abuse and Neglect Guidance Document, Supporting Resident Connections and Learning Across Ontario

March 28, 2024 – RHRA Update: Final Reminder: Annual Fee and AIR Submission Deadline, TB and Other Infectious Diseases Screening

March 21, 2024 – RHRA Update: EAPO Senior’s Anti-Bullying Toolkit, Annual Invoice and AIR Submission Deadline Reminder

March 14, 2024 – RHRA Update: Updated Application Forms, Annual Fee and AIR Submission Deadline Reminder, Enhanced Masking Recommendation Reminder

March 7, 2024 – RHRA Update: Annual Fee and AIR Submission Deadline, Enhanced Masking Recommendation Update, International Women’s Day, Fraud Prevention Month

February 29, 2024 – RHRA Update: AIR Submission Deadline, Pest Control Reminder, Fraud Awareness Month

February 22, 2024 – RHRA Update: AIR Submission Deadline Reminder, RHRA Resources for Licensees and Operators

February 15, 2024 – RHRA Updates: AIR Submission Deadline Reminder, IPAC Hubs Support, Pension Awareness Day

February 8, 2024 – RHRA Update: AIR Submission Deadline Reminder, Changes of Care Service and Rent Prices, FSRA Pension Awareness Campaign

February 1, 2024 – RHRA Update: AIR Consultation and Launch, RHRA Access to Resident Health Records, Black History Month

January 25, 2024 – RHRA Update: RHRA’s Annual Information Return, Connecting Residents Across Ontario, New Board of Directors Member

January 18, 2024 – RHRA Update: Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, Submitting Complaints to RHRA, OACAO January Webinars

January 11, 2024 – RHRA Update: FSRA Guidance on Understanding Decumulation Products, Compliance Assistance Modules Resources

January 4, 2024 – RHRA Update: Transition From Hospital To Home, Verifying RHRA Personnel, SAC Member Appointments 

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A retirement home

There are more than 700 licensed retirement homes in Ontario. Let us help you find the one that’s right for you.


Status of home

Search the Retirement Home Database for a complete history of a retirement home's compliance with the Act.

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Types of homes

If you've never lived in a retirement home or haven’t needed long-term care, you may not be aware of the difference between the two. Here is what you need to know.

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I'm not sure how to get started

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Steps to getting a licence

Get started on the licensing process and find out what you will need to submit an application.


Guidelines

As of July 1, 2012, homes that meet the definition of “retirement home” in the Act must have a licence from the RHRA to operate.

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Process

To assist you with the application process, the RHRA has put together an Applicant Guide. The Guide introduces you to the forms, supporting documents and fees that must be submitted.

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Fees

Review the 2018 Fee Schedule before submitting your application.

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Complaints & reporting harm

Reporting harm is a shared duty. Certain situations involving harm or risk of harm to any resident must be reported immediately by law. Here’s how to report harm or potential harm.


How to File a Report

Find out what constitutes harm and what you need to do if you see or suspect harm.

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RHRA Process

Find out what happens after the report has been made.

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Mandatory Reporting

What must you report and why.

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More information about RHRA

Understand our role, what we stand for and how we enforce ‘the Act’.


How we help

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Our Vision, Mission and Values

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Understanding the Legislature

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A retirement home

A retirement home 1

There are over 700 licensed retirement homes in Ontario. Let us help you find the one that’s right for you.


#ICON

Status of home

Search the Retirement Home Database for a complete history of a retirement home's compliance with the Act.

Read More
#ICON

Types of homes

If you've never lived in a retirement home or haven’t needed long-term care, you may not be aware of the difference between the two. Here is what you need to know.

Read More
#ICON

I’m not sure how to start

Here, we’ll provide tools to help support your research.

Read More

A retirement home 1

There are over 700 licensed retirement homes in Ontario. Let us help you find the one that’s right for you.


#ICON

Status of home

Search the Retirement Home Database for a complete history of a retirement home's compliance with the Act.

Read More
#ICON

Types of homes

If you've never lived in a retirement home or haven’t needed long-term care, you may not be aware of the difference between the two. Here is what you need to know.

Read More
#ICON

I’m not sure how to start

Here, we’ll provide tools to help support your research.

Read More

A retirement home 1

There are over 700 licensed retirement homes in Ontario. Let us help you find the one that’s right for you.


#ICON

Status of home

Search the Retirement Home Database for a complete history of a retirement home's compliance with the Act.

Read More
#ICON

Types of homes

If you've never lived in a retirement home or haven’t needed long-term care, you may not be aware of the difference between the two. Here is what you need to know.

Read More
#ICON

I’m not sure how to start

Here, we’ll provide tools to help support your research.

Read More

A retirement home 1

There are over 700 licensed retirement homes in Ontario. Let us help you find the one that’s right for you.


#ICON

Status of home

Search the Retirement Home Database for a complete history of a retirement home's compliance with the Act.

Read More
#ICON

Types of homes

If you've never lived in a retirement home or haven’t needed long-term care, you may not be aware of the difference between the two. Here is what you need to know.

Read More
#ICON

I’m not sure how to start

Here, we’ll provide tools to help support your research.

Read More
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