August 14, 2021

I wanted to let you know know that the York County COVID-19 county positivity rate has been on the rise the last several weeks.  The county positivity rate this week is 7.1%.  We are currently testing unvaccinated staff monthly per DHS guidance.  Our staff have been wearing eye protection since the positivity rate went up to 5%.  If the positivity rate rises to 10%, we will begin testing weekly.  We have been reminding our staff to take precautions when out in the community to protect the residents.  Additionally, we have been re-educating staff on the importance of infection prevention such as proper mask wearing and hand hygiene.  As a reminder, if you are not feeling well, we ask that you not visit at this time. We are screening every individual who comes to the building. Many people have seasonal allergies and often assume symptoms are related to that.  We cannot assume that signs and symptoms are seasonal allergies.  Anyone who presents with signs and symptoms (fever, respiratory issues, etc..) will not be permitted in the building.   This is solely for the protection of our residents.  If you are taking your loved one out of the building, please take the necessary precautions to protect them when out in the community such as wearing a mask and maintaining safe distance from others. Unfortunately, we are hearing of fully vaccianted individuals who are testing positive for COVID-19 so we must continue our vigilant efforts.    Currently, we have no positive employee or resident test results.  I will keep this blog updated with any new information related to our status.  
Thank you for your patience and understanding in these times of uncertainty.  Please feel free to contact me directly with questions or concerns.  I will be on vacation this week but you may contact me by e-mail.  Please call the front desk for my contact information.

Sharon Eyster, MA, ACBSW, CNHA, FACHCA

Interim Administrator

Director of Operations, Wilmac Corporation

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