Facility response to COVID-19
We at SKLD recognize the especially vulnerable nature of those we serve and the staff who care for them. We are taking the threat of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) very seriously and have taken steps to ensure our facilities are as prepared as possible. In the event cases in the areas we serve become more widespread, we are prepared to respond swiftly. Our goal, of course, is to try to keep the virus out of our facilities, however if it is found in a facility, we have a plan in place to minimize its spread to others.
We have been closely monitoring the situation and are constantly reviewing the latest information provided by the Centers for Disease Control, the American Health Care Association, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and local health departments. We have reviewed (and will continue to review) and updated our infection prevention and control plan, which includes an emergency communication plan.
We are asking that all non-essential visitors, including family members, contractors and volunteers avoid visiting our facilities for the time being.
Answers to most frequent questions
We’ll be updating these questions as they come and as the situation evolves, so keep checking back.
How can you help?
How you can help skilled nursing facilities in your area
How we are protecting your loved ones
Each facility has increased screening measures for residents, staff, visitors and vendors to minimize the risk of affected individuals from visiting our facilities and vulnerable residents.
We have also reinforced to our staff that anyone who is sick should stay home. In addition, we have adopted the “International Travel and Employee Requirements Regarding Coronavirus,” as indicated by the CDC, to ensure individuals with recent travel to affected countries are not visiting our facilities.
We are working diligently according to CDC guidelines to reduce the risk of spreading respiratory infections through standard and enhanced infection prevention practices, such as a focus on sanitation of our facilities, hand hygiene compliance and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Furthermore, we are keeping in regular contact with our suppliers and vendors, as well as our pharmacy providers to ensure the facilities have access to supplies and medications necessary to care for the residents we serve.
We will continue to monitor this situation and provide updated information and education to the facilities, staff, residents and families, as updates become available. We appreciate the continued support of the long-term care community and the agencies and associations that support us in our efforts.
Resources for more information
CDC resources for long term care facilities
CMS.gov resources
AHCA resources
CMS new measures to protect nursing home residents from COVID-19
If you have further concerns or questions, please speak to your facility administrator.