Weekly Update: October 19th, 2021

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**COVID-19 Update**
October 19th, 2021

I hope your week is starting off well.

The Center is currently in an outbreak.  Further updates regarding new positive cases will be provided via text message and email notifications to patients and their representatives.

October 19th

CDC County Community Transmission Level and Percent Positivity: High – decreased to 6.4%
Testing: While in an outbreak, patients on the Magnolia and Evergreen Units are tested every 3-7 days until the Center is 14 days without a positive test result. Staff are tested twice per week.
PPE: The supply remains adequate. Staff have received ongoing education on appropriate PPE utilization.
Visitation: Virtual, indoor, and outdoor visitations are currently available. 

As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions you may have.

Sincerely,

Kate Whittington, LNHA                                                                            
Administrator