Long Term Care COVID-19 Update

On Wednesday, December 7, 2022, a staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This individual had direct contact with some of the staff but did not have prolonged contact with any residents or tenants. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we are currently in
outbreak status and have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols.

Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of three viral tests. Testing is recommended
immediately and if negative, again 48 hours after the second negative test, and if negative again 48 hours after the second negative test. This will typically be at day 1(where day of exposure is day 0), day 3, and day 5. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested.

On Wednesday, November 16, 2022, a resident tested positive for COVID-19. The individual had direct contact with some of the staff and residents. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols and the resident has been isolated.

Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of three viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 48 hours after the second negative test, and if negative again 48 hours after the second negative test. This will typically be at day 1(where day of exposure is day 0), day 3, and day 5. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested.

On Wednesday, August 17, we had a resident and staff member test positive for COVID-19. Both of them had direct contact with residents and staff.  In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols. Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested.

On Tuesday, August 16, 2022, a Care Center staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This employee had very limited direct contact with residents and staff.  In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols.

Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested.

On Wednesday August 10, 2022, a Care Center staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This individual had direct contact with both residents and staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols. Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested.

On Thursday July 28, 2022, a Care Center staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This individual had direct contact with both residents and staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols. Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested.

On Wednesday July 27, 2022, a Care Center staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This individual did not have direct contact with residents but did with staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols.

Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested.

On Tuesday, July 26, 2022, a CC staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This staff member had direct contact with some residents, and staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols.

Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested. Current guidance requires us to inform you each time a LTC employee or resident/tenant tests positive.

On Thursday, June 23, 2022, a CC staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This staff member had direct contact with some residents, and staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols.

Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested. Current guidance requires us to inform you each time a LTC employee or resident/tenant tests positive.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, current CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time.

By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Melissa Moe, CC DON, at 320-312-2107 or [email protected] or Kris Jacobson,  CEO/LTC Administrator, at 320-312-2101 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Wednesday, June 15, 2022, a resident tested positive for COVID-19. The individual had direct contact with some of the staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols and the resident has been isolated.

Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested. Current guidance requires us to inform you each time a LTC employee or resident/tenant tests positive.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, current CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time.

By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Melissa Moe, CC DON, at 320-312-2107 or [email protected] or Kris Jacobson,  CEO/LTC Administrator, at 320-312-2101 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Monday, June 6, a staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This staff member had direct contact with some residents and staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols.

Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested. Current guidance requires us to inform you each time a LTC employee or resident/tenant tests positive.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, current CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time.

By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Melissa Moe, CC DON, at 320-312-2107 or [email protected] or Kris Jacobson,  CEO/LTC Administrator, at 320-312-2101 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Monday, May 23, 2022, a staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This staff member had direct contact with some residents and staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols.

Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested. Current guidance requires us to inform you each time a LTC employee or resident/tenant tests positive.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, current CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time. Conference room C will be used for gatherings of 5-10 visitors and any visitors under the age of 12 whenever possible (Call Activities to schedule room at 320-769-2350 x2321).
• All visitors should use the corresponding entrance for their visit. For example, if visiting with someone who lives in the River Road Neighborhood, please use the South entrance to check-in. Assisted Living visitors continue to use the Assisted Living entrance.

By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Melissa Moe, CC DON, at 320-312-2107 or [email protected] or Kris Jacobson,  CEO/LTC Administrator, at 320-312-2101 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Friday, May 20, 2022, a staff member that works in both the AL and CC tested positive for COVID-19. This staff member had direct contact with some residents, tenants and staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC
guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols.

Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested. Current guidance
requires us to inform you each time a LTC employee or resident/tenant tests positive.

LQP county has joined most of Minnesota as a HIGH community rate of transmission. In the State there are only 3 counties listed at MODERATE, while the rest are SUBSTANTIAL or HIGH. Unfortunately, we are beginning to trend in the wrong direction with increased positive cases.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, current CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)

• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time. Conference room C will be used for gatherings of 5-10 visitors and any visitors under the age of 12 whenever possible (Call Activities to schedule room at 320-769-2350 x2321).
• All visitors should use the corresponding entrance for their visit. For example, if visiting with someone who lives in the River Road Neighborhood, please use the South entrance to check-in. Assisted Living visitors continue to use the Assisted Living entrance.

By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Melissa Moe, CC DON, at 320-312-2107 or [email protected] or Kris Jacobson,  CEO/LTC Administrator, at 320-312-2101 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Wednesday, May 18, 2022, a Care Center staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This staff member had direct contact with some residents and staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols.

Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested.

LQP county has joined most of Minnesota as a HIGH community rate of transmission. In the State there are only 3 counties listed at MODERATE, while the rest are SUBSTANTIAL or HIGH. Unfortunately, we are beginning to trend in the wrong direction with increased positive cases.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, current CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time. Conference room C will be used for gatherings of 5-10 visitors and any visitors under the age of 12 whenever possible (Call Activities to schedule room at 320-769-2350 x2321).
• All visitors should use the corresponding entrance for their visit. For example, if visiting with someone who lives in the River Road Neighborhood, please use the South entrance to check-in. Assisted Living visitors continue to use the Assisted Living entrance.

By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Melissa Moe, CC DON, at 320-312-2107 or [email protected] or Kris Jacobson,  CEO/LTC Administrator, at 320-312-2101 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Monday, May 16, 2022, a staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This staff member had direct contact with some residents and staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols.

Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested.

LQP county has joined most of Minnesota as a HIGH community rate of transmission. In the State there are only 3 counties listed at MODERATE, while the rest are SUBSTANTIAL or HIGH. Unfortunately, we are beginning to trend in the wrong direction with increased positive cases.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, current CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time. Conference room C will be used for gatherings of 5-10 visitors and any visitors under the age of 12 whenever possible (Call Activities to schedule room at 320-769-2350 x2321).
• All visitors should use the corresponding entrance for their visit. For example, if visiting with someone who lives in the River Road Neighborhood, please use the South entrance to check-in. Assisted Living visitors continue to use the Assisted Living entrance.

By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Melissa Moe, CC DON, at 320-312-2107 or [email protected] or Kris Jacobson,  CEO/LTC Administrator, at 320-312-2101 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Saturday, January 22, 2022, a staff member, and a resident tested positive for COVID-19. Both individuals had direct contact with some of the residents and staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols.

Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested.

The resident has been moved to our COVID-19 room in the Care Center. This room was updated to have the necessary air exchange filtration system to care for our positive residents. In addition, it houses a separate space for staff to safely put on and take off the required PPE. This space was created so that we could safely and properly care for residents that test positive for COVID-19.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, current CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time. Conference room C will be used for gatherings of 5-10 visitors and any visitors under the age of 12 whenever possible (Call Activities to schedule room at 320-769-2350 x2321).
• All visitors should use the corresponding entrance for their visit. For example, if visiting with someone who lives in the River Road Neighborhood, please use the South entrance to check-in. Assisted Living visitors continue to use the Assisted Living entrance.

By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Nicole Peters, Interim CC DON, at 320-312-2107 or [email protected] or Kris Jacobson, Interim CEO/LTC Administrator, at 320-312-2101 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Tuesday, January 18, 2022, an Assisted Living staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This staff member did not have direct contact with any residents or staff. Even though this staff member tested positive before working, it still puts us in outbreak status. Since no staff or tenants had close contact exposure with the positive staff member, according to CMS and CDC guidelines, we do not have to initiate contact tracing outbreak testing protocols. Current guidance requires us to inform you each time a LTC employee or resident/tenant tests positive.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, current CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time. Conference room C will be used for gatherings of 5-10 visitors and any visitors under the age of 12 whenever possible (Call Activities to schedule room at 320-769-2350 x2321).

All visitors should use the corresponding entrance for their visit. For example, if visiting with someone who lives in the River Road Neighborhood, please use the South entrance to check-in. Assisted Living visitors continue to use the Assisted Living entrance.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON, at 320-312-2103 or [email protected] or Kris Jacobson, Interim CEO/LTC Administrator, at 320-312-2101 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Monday, January 17, 2022, a staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This staff member did not have direct contact with any residents or staff. Even though this staff member tested positive before working, it still puts us in outbreak status. Since no staff or residents had close contact exposure with the positive staff member, according to CMS and CDC guidelines, we do not have to initiate contact tracing outbreak testing protocols. Current guidance requires us to inform you each time a LTC employee or resident/tenant tests positive.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, current CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time. Conference room C will be used for gatherings of 5-10 visitors and any visitors under the age of 12 whenever possible (Call Activities to schedule room at 320-769-2350 x2321).

All visitors should use the corresponding entrance for their visit. For example, if visiting with someone who lives in the River Road Neighborhood, please use the South entrance to check-in. Assisted Living visitors continue to use the Assisted Living entrance.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON, at 320-312-2103 or [email protected] or Kris Jacobson, Interim CEO/LTC Administrator, at 320-312-2101 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Saturday, January 15, 2022, a staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This employee had direct contact with some of the residents and staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols. Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. The first round of testing is being completed today. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, current CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time. Conference room C will be used for gatherings of 5-10 visitors and any visitors under the age of 12 whenever possible (Call Activities to schedule room at 320-769-2350 x2321).

All visitors should use the corresponding entrance for their visit. For example, if visiting with someone who lives in the River Road Neighborhood, please use the South entrance to check-in. Assisted Living visitors continue to use the Assisted Living entrance.

By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON, at 320-312-2103 or [email protected] or Kris Jacobson, Interim CEO/LTC Administrator, at 320-312-2101 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Friday, January 14, 2022, two staff members tested positive for COVID-19. Both staff member did not have direct contact with any residents. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols with staff that had close contact exposure.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, current CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time. Conference room C will be used for gatherings of 5-10 visitors and any visitors under the age of 12 whenever possible (Call Activities to schedule room at 320-769-2350 x2321).

All visitors should use the corresponding entrance for their visit. For example, if visiting with someone who lives in the River Road Neighborhood, please use the South entrance to check-in. Assisted Living visitors continue to use the Assisted Living entrance. By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON, at 320-312-2103 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Tuesday, January 11 and Wednesday, January 12, 2022, we had a staff member test positive for COVID-19. Only one of the employees had direct contact with some of the residents and staff. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols. Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. Today, all residents and on-site staff that required testing received negative results. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, new CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time. Conference room C will be used for gatherings of 5-10 visitors and any visitors under the age of 12 whenever possible (Call Activities to schedule room at 320-769-2350 x2321).

All visitors should use the corresponding entrance for their visit. For example, if visiting with someone who lives in the River Road Neighborhood, please use the South entrance to check-in. Assisted Living visitors continue to use the Assisted Living entrance. By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON, at 320-312-2103 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Saturday, January 8, 2022, a staff member tested positive for COVID-19. This staff member did not have direct contact with any residents or staff. Even though this staff member tested positive before working, it still puts us in outbreak status. Since no staff or residents had close contact exposure with the positive staff member, according to CMS and CDC guidelines, we do not have to initiate contact tracing outbreak testing protocols.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, new CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time. Conference room C will be used for gatherings of 5-10 visitors and any visitors under the age of 12 whenever possible (Call Activities to schedule room at 320-769-2350 x2321).

All visitors should use the corresponding entrance for their visit. For example, if visiting with someone who lives in the River Road Neighborhood, please use the South entrance to check-in. Assisted Living visitors continue to use the Assisted Living entrance. By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON, at 320-312-2103 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On Monday, December 6, 2021, we had a staff member test positive for COVID-19. This staff member had direct contact with some of the residents. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols. Guidance states that asymptomatic health care professionals with a higher-risk exposure and residents with close contact with someone with COVID-19 infection, regardless of vaccination status, should have a series of two viral tests. Testing is recommended immediately and if negative, again 5-7 days after the exposure. In addition, only nonvaccinated staff and residents/tenants will need to quarantine during the testing process. As always, you will be contacted if your loved one was exposed and needs to be tested.

While it is safer for visitors not to enter the facility during an outbreak investigation, new CMS guidance allows visitation during outbreak testing. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time. Conference room C will be used for gatherings of 5-10 visitors and any visitors under the age of 12 whenever possible (Call Activities to schedule room at 320-769-2350 x2321).

All visitors should use the corresponding entrance for their visit. For example, if visiting with someone who lives in the River Road Neighborhood, please use the South entrance to check-in. Assisted Living visitors continue to use the Assisted Living entrance. By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON, at 320-312-2103 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

 On Tuesday, November 30, 2021, we had a staff member test positive for COVID-19. The good news is that this person had no direct contact with any of the residents/tenants and little contact with other employees. In accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines, we have initiated contact tracing outbreak testing protocols.

New CMS guidance now allows visitation during outbreak testing, which is wonderful news for our residents and tenants living at Johnson Memorial Health Services. Please remember to follow the visitation guidelines:

• Temp/Screening required before each visit (rapid test available)
• Face masks must be worn at all times.
• Proper hand hygiene must be followed before & after each visit.
• Physical distancing – remaining 6 ft apart.
• Residents/Tenants may have up to 4 visitors in their room at a time. Conference room C will be used for gatherings of 5-10 visitors and any visitors under the age of 12 whenever possible (Call Activities to schedule room at 320-769-2350 x2321).
• All visitors should use the corresponding entrance for their visit. For example, if visiting with someone who lives in the River Road Neighborhood, please use the South entrance to check-in. Assisted Living visitors continue to use the Assisted Living entrance.

By following the core principles of infection prevention, we can continue to safely have visitors while providing the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, and staff.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON, at 320-312-2103 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

On September 27, 2021, Johnson Memorial Healthcare Services (JMHS) identified a Care Center staff member with a positive case of COVID-19. JMHS is now considered in “Outbreak Status.” Per updated MDH and CDC Guidelines, JMHS is currently doing contract tracing with both staff and residents that had close contact with the positive individual. If testing results from both today and Thursday show no new positives cases JMHS will be open to visitors 12 and older starting Friday, October 1.

However, if testing results show new positive cases, we will have to close to visitors for 14 days and begin testing for all LTC staff, tenants, and residents. Compassionate Care visits, which must be preapproved by Amanda Redepenning, DON, will be available to non-quarantined residents. As always, you will be personally contacted if your loved one has been exposed. Watch for an update on visitation status on Friday.

Continued Efforts to Mitigate Covid-19 Transmission at JMHS:

• All LTC Staff, Residents, and Tenants will continue to be tested for COVID-19 at least weekly until 0 positive cases for 14 days. Testing frequency is also contingent on the Lac qui Parle County Positivity Rate per CMS.
• Small group activities for non-quarantined residents will be conducted as appropriate and with safety precautions.
• The beautician and barber will continue to be “Actively Screened” and will work out of the Salon.
• Window visits and Zoom meetings with family and friends will be encouraged and supported.
• In-person visits are suspended during “Outbreak Status” with the exception of pre-approved compassionate care visits. We know this is so difficult, and we will do our very best to resume in-person visits as soon as possible.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and eye protection in all patient areas as source control.
• Staff will wear full PPE (gowns, gloves, masks, and eye protection) in quarantined resident/tenant rooms.
• Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 or with any questions or concerns.

On September 8, 2021, Johnson Memorial Healthcare Services (JMHS) identified a new Care Center staff member with a positive case of COVID-19. JMHS will remain in “Outbreak Status,” and all LTC staff, tenants, and residents will be tested for COVID-19. Tenants/residents and staff will test each week until there are 0 positive cases for 14 days. Unfortunately, this means that in-person visits will continue to be suspended except for Compassionate Care visits, which must be preapproved by Amanda Redepenning, DON.

Some residents have been placed on infection control precautions, due to having direct contact with this Care Center staff member, and are on quarantined to their room. You will have been notified if your family member is quarantined.  All other non-quarantined residents are able to continue with their small-group activities, dining and going to the beautician/barber.

Efforts to Mitigate Transmission at JMHS:

• All LTC Staff, Tenants, and Residents will be tested for COVID-19 on August 31, and weekly going forward until 0 positive cases for 14 days. Testing frequency is also contingent on the Lac qui Parle County Positivity Rate per CMS.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and face protection in all patient areas as source control.
• Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Small group activities will be conducted as appropriate and with safety precautions.
• The beautician and barber will continue to be “Actively Screened” and will work out of the Salon.
• Zoom meetings with family and friends will be encouraged and supported.
• In-person visits are suspended during “Outbreak Status” with the exception of pre-approved compassionate care visits. We know this is so difficult, and we will do our very best to resume in-person visits as soon as possible

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 or with any questions or concerns.

On August 25, 2021, Johnson Memorial Healthcare Services (JMHS) identified a Care Center staff member with a positive case of COVID-19. JMHS is now considered in “Outbreak Status,” and on Tuesday, August 31, all LTC staff, tenants, and residents will be tested for COVID-19. Tenants/residents and staff will test each week until there are 0 positive cases for 14 days. In addition, in-person visits are suspended except for Compassionate Care visits, which must be preapproved by Amanda Redepenning, DON.

JMHS’ highest priority is continuing to provide the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents and staff. Precautions are being taken to minimize the spread of the virus in our facility. Our medical providers and staff are working collaboratively with the Minnesota Department of Health and following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. We are taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to protect the health and safety of all who live and work here.

Efforts to Mitigate Transmission at JMHS:

• All LTC Staff, Tenants, and Residents will be tested for COVID-19 on August 31, and weekly going forward until 0 positive cases for 14 days. Testing frequency is also contingent on the Lac qui Parle County Positivity Rate per CMS.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and face protection in all patient areas as source control.
• Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Small group activities will be conducted as appropriate and with safety precautions.
• The beautician and barber will continue to be “Actively Screened” and will work out of the Salon.
• Zoom meetings with family and friends will be encouraged and supported.
• In-person visits are suspended during “Outbreak Status” with the exception of pre-approved compassionate care visits. We know this is so difficult, and we will do our very best to resume in-person visits as soon as possible.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 or with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents: 0 Positive Cases
AL Tenants: 0 Positive Cases
LTC Staff: 2 Positive Cases

On Monday, April 19, 2021, Johnson Memorial Healthcare Services (JMHS) identified two Care Center staff members with  positive cases of COVID-19. JMHS is now considered in “Outbreak Status,” and on Wednesday, April 21 and April 28 all LTC staff, tenants, and residents will be tested for COVID-19. Tenants/residents and staff will test each week until there are 0 positive cases for 14 days. In addition, in-person visits are suspended except for Compassionate Care and Essential Caregivers visits, which must be preapproved by Amanda Redepenning, DON.

JMHS’ highest priority is continuing to provide the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents and staff. Precautions are being taken to minimize the spread of the virus in our facility. Our medical providers and staff are working collaboratively with the Minnesota Department of Health and following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. We are taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to protect the health and safety of all who live and work here.

Efforts to Mitigate Transmission at JMHS:

• All LTC Staff, Tenants, and Residents will be tested for COVID-19 on April 21 and 28, and weekly going forward until 0 positive cases for 14 days. Testing frequency is also contingent on the Lac qui Parle County Positivity Rate per CMS.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and face protection in all patient areas as source control.
• Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Residents/Tenants will continue to be “Actively Screened” each day, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Small group activities will be conducted as appropriate and with safety precautions.
• The beautician and barber will continue to be “Actively Screened” and will work out of the Salon.

• Zoom meetings with family and friends will be encouraged and supported.
• In-person visits are suspended during “Outbreak Status”.  We know this is so difficult, and will do our very best to resume in-person visits as soon as possible.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 or with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents: 0 Positive Cases
AL Tenants: 0 Positive Cases

LTC Testing Results are 100% Negative!!!

Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) most recent round of testing performed on December 28, with results received on January 5, show 100% negative COVID-19 test results for care center residents, assisted living tenants, and LTC staff. The latest round of COVID-19 testing on LTC staff and residents/tenants in accordance with guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). The next round of testing was held on Monday, January 4. Efforts to mitigate transmission include:

• Enhanced infection control precautions
• Screening residents, staff, and preapproved, compassionate care visitors for symptoms
• Restricting visitation and entry of people to the building
• Testing staff, residents, and tenants weekly at a minimum, up to daily when needed in outbreak circumstances, as testing supplies allow.
• All CC & AL workers are also tested before each shift, as testing supplies allow.
• Postponing or carefully limiting communal activities, including social distancing and other infection control precautions.

We will continue to update you weekly and/or as necessary. Please contact Amanda Redepenning, Care Center DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents: 0 Positive Cases
AL Tenants: 1 Positive Cases

LTC Testing Results are 100% Negative!!!

Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) most recent round of testing performed on December 21, with results received on December 25, show 100% negative COVID-19 test results for care center residents, assisted living tenants, and LTC staff. This is JMHS’ 15th round of COVID-19 testing on LTC staff and residents/tenants in accordance with guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). The next round of testing was held on Monday, December 28. Efforts to mitigate transmission include:

• Enhanced infection control precautions
• Screening residents, staff, and preapproved, compassionate care visitors for symptoms
• Restricting visitation and entry of people to the building
• Testing staff, residents, and tenants weekly at a minimum, up to daily when needed in outbreak circumstances, as testing supplies allow.
• All CC & AL workers are also tested before each shift, as testing supplies allow.
• Postponing or carefully limiting communal activities, including social distancing and other infection control precautions.

We will continue to update you weekly and/or as necessary. Please contact Amanda Redepenning, Care Center DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents: 2 Positive Cases
AL Tenants: 1 Positive Cases
LTC Staff: 2 Positive Case

JMHS Closes Care Center COVID Unit Most of the residents will come off of quarantine this week and the River Road neighborhood will once again become a neighborhood and not a COVID-19 Unit. Residents will be able to join in small group activities, and eat in the dining rooms – six feet apart of course. The assisted living tenants will also be able to resume normal non-outbreak activities next week.

December 21, 2020 the hospital and clinic front line staff will receive the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and vaccinations in the care center and assisted living will begin at the end of December. The COVID-19 vaccine provides hope for a new chapter in the fight against this virus. The vaccine works with the immune system to help fight the virus if you are exposed. Getting these shots will help protect our residents, tenants, staff and community from being infected; and will help us take a big step towards ending this pandemic.

We will continue with our efforts to mitigate transmission:

• Enhanced infection control precautions
• Screening residents, staff, and preapproved, compassionate care visitors for symptoms
• Restricting visitation and entry of people to the building
• Testing staff, residents, and tenants weekly at a minimum, up to daily when needed in outbreak circumstances, as testing supplies allow.
  • All CC & AL workers are also tested before each shift, as testing supplies allow.
• Postponing or carefully limiting communal activities, including social distancing and other infection control precautions

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, Care Center DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents: 22 Positive Cases
AL Tenants: 5 Positive Cases
LTC Staff: 11 Positive Case

On December 16, Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) identified four new positive COVID-19 cases. Two are Care Center residents and two are Assisted Living staff. JMHS current/actives cases include 5 positive tenants, 22 positive Care Center (CC) residents and 11 quarantined Long-Term Care (LTC) staff. All positive residents are located in the COVID Unit (River Road) and are being monitored and quarantined appropriately. Assisted Living Tenants have been quarantined to their rooms and are being monitored appropriately. Please note that if your family member has tested positive or needs to be relocated, your family contact will be notified.

JMHS’s highest priority is to provide the best possible care while protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, patients, and staff. Our providers and staff are working collaboratively with the Minnesota Department of Health and following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. We are taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to minimize the spread of the virus in our facility and protect the health and safety of all who live and work here. Efforts to mitigate transmission include:

• Enhanced infection control precautions Screening residents, staff, and preapproved, compassionate care visitors for symptoms
• Restricting visitation and entry of people to the building
• Testing staff, residents, and tenants weekly at a minimum, up to daily when needed in outbreak circumstances, as testing supplies allow.
• All CC & AL workers are also tested before each shift, as testing supplies allow.
• Postponing or carefully limiting communal activities, including social distancing and other infection control precautions

We will continue to update you weekly and/or as necessary. Please contact Amanda Redepenning, Care Center DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 with any questions or concerns.

We will continue to update you weekly and/or as necessary. Please contact Amanda Redepenning, Care Center DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents: 20 Positive Cases
AL Tenants: 5 Positive Cases
LTC Staff: 8

Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) identified two new positive COVID-19 staff. One staff member worked in Assisted Living, while the other worked in the COVID unit in the Care Center. JMHS current/actives cases include 5 positive tenants, 20 positive Care Center (CC) residents and 8 quarantined Long-Term Care (LTC) staff. All positive residents are located in the COVID Unit (River Road) and are being monitored and quarantined appropriately.  Assisted Living Tenants have been quarantined to their rooms and are being monitored appropriately. Please note that if your family member has tested positive or needs to be relocated, your family contact will be notified.

JMHS’s highest priority is to provide the best possible care while protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, patients, and staff. Our providers and staff are working collaboratively with the Minnesota Department of Health and following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. We are taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to minimize the spread of the virus in our facility and protect the health and safety of all who live and work here. Efforts to mitigate transmission include:

• Enhanced infection control precautions Screening residents, staff, and preapproved, compassionate care visitors for symptoms
• Restricting visitation and entry of people to the building
• Testing staff, residents, and tenants weekly at a minimum, up to daily when needed in outbreak circumstances, as testing supplies allow.
• All CC & AL workers are also tested before each shift, as testing supplies allow.
• Postponing or carefully limiting communal activities, including social distancing and other infection control precautions

We will continue to update you weekly and/or as necessary. Please contact Amanda Redepenning, Care Center DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 with any questions or concerns.

We will continue to update you weekly and/or as necessary. Please contact Amanda Redepenning, Care Center DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents: 24 Positive Cases
AL Tenants: 5 Positive Cases
LTC Staff: 12

Positive Case On December 9, 2020, Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) identified five positive COVID-19 Assisted Living Tenants. JMHS current/actives cases include 5 positive tenants, 24 positive residents and 12 quarantined LTC staff. All positive residents are located in the COVID Unit (River Road) and are being monitored and quarantined appropriately.  Assisted Living Tenants have been quarantined to their rooms and are being monitored appropriately. Please note that if your family member has tested positive or needs to be relocated, your family contact will be notified.

JMHS’s highest priority is to provide the best possible care while protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, patients, and staff. Our providers and staff are working collaboratively with the Minnesota Department of Health and following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. We are taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to minimize the spread of the virus in our facility and protect the health and safety of all who live and work here. Efforts to mitigate transmission include:

• Enhanced infection control precautions
• Screening residents, staff, and preapproved, compassionate care visitors for symptoms
• Restricting visitation and entry of people to the building
• Testing staff twice a week and residents weekly at a minimum, up to daily when needed in outbreak circumstances, as testing supplies allow. All CC workers are also tested before each shift, as testing supplies allow.
• Postponing or carefully limiting communal activities, including social distancing and other infection control precautions

We will continue to update you weekly and/or as necessary. Please contact Amanda Redepenning, Care Center DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents Current: 24 Total Positive Cases
CC Staff Current: 12 Total Positive Cases

On December 7, 2020, Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) has identified three new positive COVID-19 Care Center Residents. To date JMHS has 24 positive residents and 12 quarantined LTC staff. All positive residents are located in the COVID Unit and are being monitored and quarantined appropriately. With the increase in cases, we have expanded the COVID Unit to cover all of River Road. Please note that if your family member has tested positive or needs to be relocated, your family contact will be notified.

JMHS’s highest priority is to provide the best possible care while protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, patients, and staff. Our providers and staff are working collaboratively with the Minnesota Department of Health and following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. We are taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to minimize the spread of the virus in our facility and protect the health and safety of all who live and work here. Efforts to mitigate transmission include:

• Enhanced infection control precautions
• Screening residents, staff, and preapproved, compassionate care visitors for symptoms
• Restricting visitation and entry of people to the building
• Testing staff twice a week and residents weekly at a minimum, up to daily when needed in outbreak circumstances, as testing supplies allow. All CC workers are also tested before each shift, as testing supplies allow.
• Postponing or carefully limiting communal activities, including social distancing and other infection control precautions

We will continue to update you weekly and/or as necessary. Please contact Amanda Redepenning, Care Center DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents Current: 21 Total Positive Cases
CC Residents Recovered: 1
CC Staff Current: 12 Total Positive Case
CC Staff Recovered: 8 Total Positive Case

On December 4, 2020, Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) has identified 6 additional positive COVID-19 Care Center Residents. To date JMHS has 21 positive residents and 12 quarantined LTC staff. All positive residents are being monitored and quarantined appropriately. Most are located in the COVID Unite and we are working on a plan to expand the barrier to accommodate more residents. Please note that if your family member has tested positive or needs to be relocate your family contact will be notified.

JMHS’s highest priority is to provide the best possible care while protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, patients, and staff. Our providers and staff are working collaboratively with the Minnesota Department of Health and following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. We are taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to minimize the spread of the virus in our facility and protect the health and safety of all who live and work here.

We will continue to update you weekly and/or as necessary. Please contact Amanda Redepenning, Care Center DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents Current: 15 Total Positive Cases
CC Residents Recovered: 1
CC Staff Current: 10 Total Positive Case
CC Staff Recovered: 8 Total Positive Case

As of December 3, 2020, Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) has identified 15 positive COVID-19 Care Center Residents and 10 LTC staff. All positive COVID-19 residents have been relocated to the COVID Unit, where they are being monitored and quarantined appropriately. JMHS staff members have also been quarantined. Please note that if your family member has tested positive your family contact will be notified.

JMHS’s highest priority is to provide the best possible care while protecting the health and wellness of residents, tenants, patients, and staff. Our providers and staff are working collaboratively with the Minnesota Department of Health and following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. We are taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to minimize the spread of the virus in our facility and protect the health and safety of all who live and work here.

We will continue to update you weekly and/or as necessary. Please contact Amanda Redepenning, Care Center DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents Current: 11 Total Positive Cases
CC Residents Recovered: 1
CC Staff Current: 8 Total Positive Case
CC Staff Recovered: 8 Total Positive Case

As of December 2, 2020 Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) has identified 11 positive COVID-19 Care Center Residents. To protect all our residents’ health and safety, JMHS has created a COVID-19 Unit located on the East Hall of the River Road Neighborhood by creating a barrier wall on the west side of River Road’s kitchen/dining area. The unit currently has space for 14 residents but can be expanded if necessary. All positive COVID-19 residents have relocated to the COVID Unit, where they are being monitored and quarantined appropriately.

In addition, JMHS has hired specific contract staff to work in the COVID-19 unit to minimize staff from moving between the COVID-19 unit and the non-COVID-19 unit in the Care Center. All persons entering the COVID-19 must be in full droplet precautions, utilizing N-95 masks, eye protection, gloves, and disposable gowns.

As a result of the outbreak, yesterday, we tested all residents with either a rapid IDNOW test or a State-issued Antigen-Based Point-of-Care (POC) test for COVID-19 in LTC facilities. The State-issued Antigen-Based POC tests take approximately 15 minutes for the result. They are not as sensitive as the IDNOW or PCR tests but did identify two additional positive COVID-19 residents yesterday. Starting December 2, each LTC staff member must take a rapid Antigen-Based POC COVID-19 test before beginning work.

Efforts to Mitigate Transmission at JMHS:

• All LTC Staff, Tenants, and Residents will be tested for COVID-19 on Monday, December 7, and weekly going forward until 0 positive cases for 14 days. Testing frequency is also contingent on the Lac qui Parle County Positivity Rate per CMS.
• All Positive Residents will be moved to the COVID Unit to be treated and cared for by separate contract staff.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and face protection in all patient areas as source control.
• Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans, symptom checks and completing a rapid Antigen-Based POC COVID-19 test.
• Residents/Tenants will continue to be “Actively Screened” each day, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Small group activities will be conducted as appropriate and with safety precautions.
• The beautician and barber will continue to be “Actively Screened” and will work out of the Salon.
• Zoom meetings with family and friends will be encouraged and supported.
• In-person visits are suspended during “Outbreak Status”. We know this is so difficult, and will do our very best to resume in-person visits as soon as possible.

CC Residents Current: 1 Total Positive Cases
CC Residents Recovered: 1
CC Staff Current: 3 Total Positive Case
CC Staff Recovered: 4 Total Positive Case

On November 29, 2020, Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) has identified a positive COVID-19 Care Center Resident. The Care Center resident is being monitored and has been quarantined accordingly. In addition, their family has been contacted.

Last week’s round of testing was first conducted on November 23, with results received on November 27, show 100% negative COVID-19 test results for the long-term care staff, tenants, and residents. Testing again occurred on Friday, November 27, and we are waiting on results.

Residents and tenants will be tested on Monday, November 30, 2020 and weekly until there are 0 positive cases for 14 days. LTC Staff will be tested on Mondays and Fridays until we fall below the 10% CMS County Positivity Rate for LqP County with no positive staff, resident, tenant cases in the past 14 days.  Lac qui Parle is currently at 22.4% positivity rate and is surrounded by counties well over 10%. The most recently posted CMS average positivity rate in Minnesota is 17.4%.  We continue to do all we can to protect the health and safety of our resident, tenants and staff.

Efforts to Mitigate Transmission at JMHS:

• All LTC Staff, Tenants, and Residents will be tested for COVID-19 on November 30, and weekly going forward until 0 positive cases for 14 days. Testing frequency is also contingent on the Lac qui Parle County Positivity Rate per CMS.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and face protection in all patient areas as source control.
• Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Residents/Tenants will continue to be “Actively Screened” each day, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Small group activities will be conducted as appropriate and with safety precautions.
• The beautician and barber will continue to be “Actively Screened” and will work out of the Salon.
• Zoom meetings with family and friends will be encouraged and supported.
• In-person visits are suspended during “Outbreak Status”. We know this is so difficult, and will do our very best to resume in-person visits as soon as possible.

CC Residents Current: 0 Total Positive Cases
CC Residents Recovered: 1
CC Staff Current: 4 Total Positive Case
CC Staff Recovered: 3 Total Positive Case

Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) recently completed COVID-19 testing on Care Center staff, tenants, and residents in accordance with guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). Last week’s round of testing was first conducted on November 16, with results received on November 19, show 100% negative COVID-19 test results for the Care Center staff, tenants, and residents. Testing again occurred on Friday, November 20, and we are waiting on results. We have, however, had Care Center staff test positive this past weekend. The staff is quarantined. The residents that these staff cared for are on precautions, and will be tested with our normal testing parameters as long as they remain asymptomatic. All symptomatic residents, tenants, and staff are tested immediately and put on precautions.

The resident/tenant family contact will be contacted if your loved one is put on precautions Residents and tenants will be tested on Monday, November 23, 2020 and weekly until there are 0 positive cases for 14 days. LTC Staff will be tested on Mondays and Fridays until we fall below the 10% CMS County Positivity Rate for LqP County with no positive staff, resident, tenant cases in the past 14 days. Lac qui Parle is currently at 17.1% positivity rate and is surrounded by counties well over 10%. The most recently posted CMS average positivity rate in Minnesota is 16.7%. We continue to do all we can to protect the health and safety of our resident, tenants and staff.

Efforts to Mitigate Transmission at JMHS:

• All LTC Staff, Tenants, and Residents will be tested for COVID-19 on November 23, and weekly going forward until 0 positive cases for 14 days. Testing frequency is also contingent on the Lac qui Parle County Positivity Rate per CMS.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and face protection in all patient areas as source control.
• Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Residents/Tenants will continue to be “Actively Screened” each day, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Small group activities will be conducted as appropriate and with safety precautions.
• The beautician and barber will continue to be “Actively Screened” and will work out of the Salon.
• Zoom meetings with family and friends will be encouraged and supported.
• In-person visits are suspended during “Outbreak Status”. We know this is so difficult, and will do our very best to resume in-person visits as soon as possible.

CC Residents Current: 0 Total Positive Cases
CC Residents Recovered: 1
CC Staff Current: 1 Total Positive Case
CC Staff Recovered: 3 Total Positive Case

On November 14, 2020, Johnson Memorial Healthcare Services (JMHS) identified a Care Center staff member with a positive case of COVID-19. JMHS is now considered in “Outbreak Status,” and on Monday, November 16, all LTC staff, tenants, and residents will be tested for COVID-19. Tenants/residents and staff will test each week until there are 0 positive cases for 14 days. In addition, in-person visits are suspended except for Compassionate Care visits, which must be pre-approved by Amanda Redepenning, DON.

JMHS’ highest priority is continuing to provide the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents and staff. Precautions are being taken to minimize the spread of the virus in our facility. Our medical providers and staff are working collaboratively with the Minnesota Department of Health and following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. We are taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to protect the health and safety of all who live and work here. Efforts to Mitigate Transmission at JMHS:

• All LTC Staff, Tenants, and Residents will be tested for COVID-19 on November 16, and weekly going forward until 0 positive cases for 14 days. Testing frequency is also contingent on the Lac qui Parle County Positivity Rate per CMS.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and face protection in all patient areas as source control.
• Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Residents/Tenants will continue to be “Actively Screened” each day, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Small group activities will be conducted as appropriate and with safety precautions.
• The beautician and barber will continue to be “Actively Screened” and will work out of the Salon.
• Zoom meetings with family and friends will be encouraged and supported.
• In-person visits are suspended during “Outbreak Status”. We know this is so difficult, and will do our very best to resume in-person visits as soon as possible.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 or with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents Current: 0 Total Positive Cases
CC Residents Recovered: 1
CC Staff Current: 0 Total Positive Case
CC Staff Recovered: 3 Total Positive Case

Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) recently completed a sixth round of COVID-19 testing on Care Center staff and residents in accordance with guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). The most recent round of testing performed on October 19, with results received on October 22, show 100% negative COVID-19 test results for the Care Center staff and residents.

Efforts to mitigate transmission at JMHS include:

• Care Center Staff will be tested on Monday, November 16 and monthly going forward, unless there is a positive case before then. Residents no longer require testing unless a positive result were to occur. Testing frequency is also contingent on the Lac qui Parle County Positivity Rate per CMS.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and eye protection in all patient areas as source control. Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Residents will also continue to be “Actively Screened” each day, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Zoom meetings with family and friends are encouraged and supported email [email protected]
• Care Center visitation is open visitors. All visits must be scheduled in advance. To help streamline our visitation process we ask that all visitation requests are scheduled through Saundra Snobl. Saundra can be reached at 320-312-2123 or [email protected].

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 or with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents Current: 0 Total Positive Cases
CC Residents Recovered: 1
CC Staff Current: 0 Total Positive Case
CC Staff Recovered: 3 Total Positive Case

Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) recently completed a fifth round of COVID-19 testing on Care Center staff and residents in accordance with guidelines provided by The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). The second round of testing performed on October 12, with results received on October 15, show 100% negative COVID-19 test results for the Care Center staff and residents.

Efforts to mitigate transmission at JMHS include:

• Care Center Staff and residents will be tested on Monday, October 19, and weekly going forward until 0 positive cases for 14 days. Testing frequency is also contingent on the Lac qui Parle County Positivity Rate per CMS.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and eye protection in all patient areas as source control. Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Residents will continue to be “Actively Screened” each day, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Zoom meetings with family and friends are encouraged and supported email [email protected]
• All Care Center Visitation is suspended at this time.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 or with any questions or concerns.

Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) recently completed a fourth round of COVID-19 testing on Care Center staff in accordance with guidelines provided by The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). The fourth round of testing performed on October 5, with results received on October 7 revealed 1 positive COVID-19 test result for a Care Center resident and 1 positive staff. Since the staff member identified spends minimal time in the Long-Term Care facilities, we believe the positive results to be unrelated. The staff member has been quarantined and the Care Center resident is being monitored and has been quarantined accordingly. The October 7 Assisted Living results showed 100% negative COVID-19 positive results for both tenants and staff.

Efforts to mitigate transmission at JMHS include:

• All Long-Term Care Staff and residents/tenants will be tested on Monday, October 12, and weekly going forward until 0 positive cases for 14 days. Testing frequency is also contingent on the Lac qui Parle County Positivity Rate per CMS.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and eye protection in all patient areas as source control. Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Residents & tenants will continue to be “Actively Screened” each day, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Zoom meetings with family and friends will be encouraged and supported.

All Long-Term Care Visitation is suspended at this time. JMHS is taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to protect the health and safety of all who live and work here.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, CC DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 or with any questions or concerns.

CC Residents Current: 1 Total Positive Cases
CC Residents Recovered: 0
CC Staff Current: 1 Total Positive Case
CC Staff Recovered: 2 Total Positive Case

On October 7, 2020, Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) has identified a positive COVID-19 Care Center Resident and a non-patient care employee. Since the staff member identified spends minimal time in the Long-Term Care facilities, we believe the positive results to be unrelated. The staff member has been quarantined and the Care Center resident is being monitored and has been quarantined accordingly.

JMHS’ highest priority is continuing to provide the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents and staff. Precautions are being taken to minimize the spread of the virus in our facility. Our providers and staff are working collaboratively with the Minnesota Department of Health and following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. We are taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to protect the health and safety of all who live and work here.

As a result of our positive Care Center resident please note that ALL Long-Term Care Visitation is suspended at this time. We encourage you to continue contacting your loved ones via Zoom and Window visits as appropriate. Please contact Activities at [email protected] or 320-769-2350x 2321.

Please note that we are still waiting for the full results of the COVID-19 tests administered to all Long-Term Care Residents/Tenants and Staff on Monday, October 5. An email with the results and latest COVID-19 update will be sent out on Friday, October 9, 2020.

Please contact Amanda Redepenning, Care Center DON at 320-312-2103 or Stacey Lee, CEO/Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at 320-312-2101 with any questions or concerns.

Care Center Residents: 0 Total Positive Cases

JMHS CC Staff: 2 Total Positive Cases (1 Recovered)

Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) recently completed a third round of COVID-19 testing on Care Center staff in accordance with guidelines provided by The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). The third round of testing performed on September 28, with results received on October 1 revealed 1 positive COVID-19 test result for a Care Center staff. The staff member is a non-patient care employee and has been quarantined. Efforts to mitigate transmission at JMHS include:

• All Care Center Staff and residents will be tested on Monday, October 5, and weekly going forward until 0 positive cases for 14 days. All testing is also contingent on the Lac qui Parle County Positivity Rate remaining below 5% per CMS.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and eye protection in all patient areas as source control. Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Residents will continue to be “Actively Screened” each day, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Zoom meetings with family and friends will be encouraged and supported.
• JMHS has updated our visitation policy and will roll it out on the Family Zoom Call on Tuesday, October 6 at 4:00 pm.

JMHS is taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to protect the health and safety of all who live and work here. Please contact Stacey Lee at 320-312-2101 or Amanda Redepenning at 320-312-2103 with any questions or concerns.

Care Center Residents: 0 Total Positive Cases
JMHS CC Staff: 1 Total Positive Case (1 Recovered)

Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) recently completed a second round of COVID-19 testing on Care Center staff and residents in accordance with guidelines provided by The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). The second round of testing performed on September 21, with results received on September 24 show 100% negative COVID-19 test results for the Care Center staff and residents. JMHS’s highest priority is to provide the best possible care and to protect the health and wellness of residents, tenants and staff. Precautions are being taken to minimize the spread of the virus in our organization. Our providers and staff are working collaboratively with the MDH and following guidance from the CDC and CMS. Efforts to mitigate transmission at JMHS include:

• All Care Center Staff and Residents were again tested for COVID-19 on September 21 and have now had 0 positive cases for 14 days. Residents will not need to be routinely tested again until or if there is a positive COVID-19 result from a Care Center staff or resident. Staff will continue to be tested weekly until the Lac qui Parle County Positivity Rate per CMS falls below 5%.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and eye protection in all patient areas as source control.
• Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Residents will continue to be “Actively Screened” each day, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Zoom meetings with family and friends will be encouraged and supported.
• New CMS and MDH guidance regarding Care Center Visitation have just been released. We will be reviewing the new guidance, and relaying the updated visitation plans next week.

Johnson Memorial Assisted Living: Although the CMS COVID-19 Testing for Nursing Homes requirements do not apply to Assisted Livings, JMHS has been using the same COVID-19 testing requirements for the Johnson Memorial Assisted Living. The September 21, 2020 second round of COVID-19 testing on Assisted Living Tenants and Staff, with results on September 24 show 100% negative COVID-19 test results for the Tenants. Unfortunately, one Assisted Living Staff tested positive. This employee is currently on quarantine. Consequently, the Assisted Living Tenants and Staff will continue to be tested weekly until they receive 0 positive cases for 14 days. JMHS also follows the CMS Nursing Home guidelines regarding screening and visitation.

JMHS is taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to protect the health and safety of all who live and work here. Further updates will be provided as needed. We appreciate your understanding and support through this pandemic. Please contact Stacey Lee at 320-312-2101 or Amanda Redepenning at 320-312-2103 with any questions or concerns.

Johnson Memorial Health Services (JMHS) recently completed COVID-19 testing on Care Center staff and residents in accordance with guidelines provided by The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). JMHS was required to test all Care Center staff and residents after a Care Center staff member tested positive for COVID-19 on September 12. We performed this testing on September 15, and received the results on September 18, show 100% negative COVID-19 test results for the Care Center staff and residents, and the Assisted Living tenants. JMHS’s highest priority is continuing to provide the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents and staff. Precautions are being taken to minimize the spread of the virus in our organization. Our providers and staff are working collaboratively with the MDH and following guidance from the CDC and CMS. Efforts to mitigate transmission at JMHS include:

• All Care Center Staff and Residents were tested for COVID-19 on September 15 and will be tested weekly going forward until 0 positive cases for 14 days, which will then move to monthly testing. Additional testing may be required due to case increases of COVID-19 in Lac qui Parle County.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and eye protection in all patient areas as source control.
• Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Residents will continue to be “Actively Screened” each day, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Group activities will remain suspended for the time-being, with staff increasing one-to-one visits and approved activities.
• Zoom meetings with family and friends will be encouraged and supported.
• The Care Center and Assisted Living are closed to visitors for the time being.

JMHS is taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to protect the health and safety of all who live and work here. Further updates will be provided as needed. We appreciate your understanding and support through this pandemic.

Care Center Residents: 0 Total Positive Cases

JMHS CC Staff: 1 Total Positive Case COVID-19

Johnson Memorial Healthcare Services (JMHS) has identified a Care Center staff member with a positive case of COVID-19. JMHS’ highest priority is continuing to provide the best possible care and protecting the health and wellness of residents and staff. Precautions are being taken to minimize the spread of the virus in our facility. Our providers and staff are working collaboratively with the Minnesota Department of Health and following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. We are taking all appropriate measures and doing everything possible to protect the health and safety of all who live and work here.

Efforts to Mitigate Transmission at JMHS:

• All LTC Staff and Residents will be tested for COVID-19 on September 15, and weekly going forward until 0 positive cases for 14 days.
• Staff will continue to wear surgical masks and face protection in all patient areas as source control.
• Staff will continue to be “Actively Screened” prior to starting their shifts, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Residents will continue to be “Actively Screened” each day, including temperature scans and symptom checks.
• Group activities will remain suspended, with staff increasing one to one visits and approved activities.
• Zoom meetings with family and friends will be encouraged and supported.
• Visitor restrictions will remain in place for the time being.