Covid-19 and Flu Update – 12/16/2022

The following units are currently under observation/precautions due to positive cases and/or exposure:

• 2 South
• 4 South
• 4 North (Left Wing rooms 422-432)

CONTACT & DROPLET PRECAUTIONS ARE USED TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF COVID-19 AND INFLUENZA

To aid in reducing the transmission of flu and Covid-19, The Silvercrest Center STRONGLY advises all family and visitors to receive the flu and Covid-19 vaccines, and any booster doses as applicable. Due to high levels of Covid-19 cases in the community, a Negative Covid test (PCR or Rapid Test) is now required for visitation. The safety of our residents is always our first priority.

• Please do not visit if you have been exposed to or have symptoms of flu or Covid-19. Please do NOT visit the facility if you are sick.
• All visitors must perform hand hygiene and temperature screening upon entry to the building. All visitors must sign in.
• All visitors must put on a fresh mask upon entry to the building, regardless of unit or area where the visit is taking place.
• In addition to masks, visitors must wear gowns and gloves, if indicated on signage on room door, while in resident rooms only.
• Visitors must remove their gown and gloves and then wash hands or use hand sanitizer before leaving resident rooms. Masks must remain on until exiting the building.

References:

• County Transmission Rate
• County Positivity Rate
• Vaccination Rate