The HNHB IPAC Hub comprises of local satellite hubs that work together to provide community based, congregate living settings within the HNHB region with the highest quality support in infection prevention and control. 

This service is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health (MOH).

• Long-term care homes

• Retirement homes

• Residential settings funded by the Ministry of Health

• Residential settings for adults and children funded by Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services

• Shelters

• Supportive housing

We support building IPAC capacity for those responsible for IPAC within congregate living settings including: 

• Education and training

• Hosting platforms (i.e., communities of practice) to support information sharing, learning, and networking among IPAC leaders

• Making recommendations to strengthen IPAC programs, practices, and support implementation

• Mentoring and coaching

• Supporting assessments and audit and feedback of IPAC programs and practice

• Supporting the development and implementation of outbreak management plans in collaboration with PHUs and CLS