**Updated May 6th, 2021**

I hope your week is going well.

On April 27, 2021, the CDC released updated healthcare infection prevention recommendations in response to COVID-19 vaccination. Fully vaccinated patients and visitors are now able to visit in the Center without the requirement to wear face masks during the visit. While core infection control principles remain in place, including wearing a face mask when traveling to and from the visitation area inside the Center, we are moving closer to returning to normal operations.

We have a busy week ahead. Nurses Week is May 6-12, and we have celebrations scheduled during the week in recognition of the care and compassion shown by our nursing staff. The week will conclude with Mother’s Day events to include extended visitation hours, “Mom”-osas & Muffins for all mothers, and a special meal will be prepared for all patients.

County Positivity Rate:  Decreased to 5.3%.
Testing Frequency for Staff and Patients: Unvaccinated staff are tested weekly based on county positivity rate. Patients and staff may be tested as needed based on symptoms, exposure, or during an outbreak.
PPE: The supply remains adequate. Staff receive ongoing education on appropriate PPE utilization.
Visitation: Virtual and scheduled indoor and outdoor visitation are all currently available. To schedule, click this link: https://potomacfalls-rehab.com/patient-visitation/.
*Previous cumulative data on COVID-19 may be found on the Center’s website: https://potomacfalls-rehab.com/.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions you may have.

Sincerely,

Brenda K. White, LNHA
Administrator