Hello Village at Marymount Families, Friends, and Staff. This is Sue Nall the executive director.
Today we had a Marymount Place staff member test positive for COVID. We believe this person’s exposure came from a family member, so we know the source. This person also has been testing daily.
Our COVID update since March 2020: Villa St. Joseph has 1 Active staff and or Resident Cases. We had a total of 201 resident or staff cases. Memory Care Assisted Living at Villa St Joseph has 0 active Resident or Staff cases and a cumulative total of 14 cases. Marymount Place has 1 Active Resident or Staff cases — and a cumulative total of 36 resident/staff cases.
Today we tested Marymount Place residents and staff – and any dietary staff who was working at Marymount Place. Like our first floor SCU staff, Marymount Place staff now must wear N95 masks and face shield for the next two weeks.
Marymount Place and SCU staff must test one time weekly for the next two weeks if they are up to date with their vaccinations. Staff members not up to date with vaccine status must test twice weekly for the next two weeks.
During my Tuesday call I mentioned the FDA was meeting to discuss updating COVID vaccines. The big question they dealt with Tuesday was … should vaccine manufacturers, ahead of an expected winter surge, tweak upcoming booster shots to target Omicron or should they stick with the tried-and-true 2020 recipe?
The FDA voted 19-2 in favor of Omicron boosters. The question now is which version of Omicron the next round of shots should target. I’ll keep you updated as news of booster shot formulas unfolds.
We’re asking you to please use our AccuShield process when signing in and taking temperatures. This process is our most efficient way to get you in the building and ready to see your loved one.
Enjoy the July Fourth weekend! COVID remains a threat. Please wear a mask, wash your hands, and watch your distance around others – especially in large groups. Stay safe everyone!