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About the Ontario College
of Reflexology
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More information about our
Reflexology
courses
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More information about our
membership |
Insurance for Reflexologists |
Some municipalities require
licensing
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Find a Reflexologist |
Books on Reflexology |
See our Foot and Hand Reflexology charts
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See our Reflexology-related
products
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How to Contact Us |
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COVID-19 Update
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For the current update information, please visit our
COVID Update Page
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May 20, 2020
With some areas and provinces
gradually re-opening businesses, we have provided a guideline for
our Reflexologists on Suggested COVID-19
Prevention Methods for Reflexologists.
Keep in mind that
this is only a guideline on what methods of prevention may be
necessary if you do decide to re-open your clinic (provided that
health authorities have permitted it in your area).
The
COVID-19 pandemic is still ongoing and even though some areas are
allowing businesses to re-open doesn't mean that things are back to
normal. These are NOT normal times and everyone
must be diligent in preventing the spread of this virus.
If
you are unsure if it is safe to re-open, then do not accept
bookings!
Stay safe!
Prof. Donald Bisson and
Valerie Carlson @ OCR Head Office
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COVID-19 Coronavirus Situation
March 20, 2020
Hello to our OCR Students, Certified Members and OCR Teachers;
In light of the swiftly changing situation we find ourselves
with the crisis and practising Reflexology, we are offering some
guidance and suggestions to the common questions.
Earlier this week we advised our teachers who were still
teaching to impart the importance of cleanliness to our
students. We also gave them the option to postpone classes and
to reschedule in-progress classes. "The
coronavirus outbreak is becoming more serious in the
concentrated areas and it is prudent to postpone all educational
activities for the time being. This also applies to scheduled
examinations - let us know when the exam has been rescheduled
and resumed. Our policy is the student's and your safety comes
first and none of the students will be penalized for missing
their exam deadlines as we will extend them."
Inquiries and concerns from our OCR members and students about
practising Reflexology have been professional and caring towards
their clients and themselves. Some local Public Health Units
have been asking spa's, massage, nails, therapist etc. to
suspend practising. If your area is in a high-risk area it may
be the right thing to do and postpone the sessions for the
social-distancing 2-week period and go from there to see how
things transpire.
Some members have called about liability if they give a session
to a client during this time. Common sense prevails here. If you
are in a densely populated area, then it would be prudent to
wait until the crisis is over.
If you absolutely cannot avoid working in a clinical environment
with a sick person or persons not exhibiting illness, then take
all necessary precautions including masks, gloves and
disinfectants including the work environment and washrooms. Be
very careful to change all linens and wipe down chairs/tables
with a sanitizer between each client.
Manulife has asked about our policy:
Our advice to our members is they may elect to continue to
provide some services with caution only to those in need and
after taking all recommended precautions to avoid infections.
Those who are in good health otherwise are suggested to wait
until the crisis is over. It is also contingent upon the local
health unit's recommendations for the area.
If you are worried about your source of income, the federal
government has announced an emergency financial package for
those who are affected, even for those who are self-employed.
Check the federal government's website regarding applying for
Employment Insurance at: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/corporate/notices/coronavirus.html
Remember our motto here at OCR; no stress, no tears, especially
now in this time of uncertainty. We would also add that common
sense is a great tool to work with.
Stay safe, healthy and happy!
Prof. Donald Bisson and Valerie Carlson @ OCR Head Office
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