August 13, 2021
Please be advised that an employee of Ingersoll Place has tested positive for COVID-19. Based on guidance from Schenectady County Public Health, facility-wide quarantine will be in effect beginning this morning for up to 14 days. It is important to note, the employee that tested positive is fully vaccinated but does interact with residents on a regular basis. Therefore, we must revert to certain policies and procedures that were in place during the height of the pandemic that will help reduce the risk of coronavirus exposure to residents and staff. Also of note, all but one of Ingersoll’s residents are fully vaccinated.
All staff will use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) throughout the course of their workday and there are adequate supplies on-hand to meet these needs. Residents will be monitored closely and any changes in health status will be reported promptly to their respective health care providers.
Effective Friday, August 13, activities and communal dining will be suspended. Residents will need to remain in their own apartments. One-on-one room visits by Activities Department staff will be ramped up and will include games, trivia and puzzles. Arrangements will be made for residents that wish to pray the Rosary and receive Communion.
Per NYS Department of Health regulations, in-person, on-site visits with residents at Ingersoll Place have been canceled until further notice. However, residents will continue to be allowed to accompany family members off-site for visits in their homes and other venues of their choosing. Hospice and end-of-life care will not be effected by visitation restrictions. Other Compassionate Care visits will be scheduled on an as-needed basis by the Management staff. If you plan on taking a resident off-site for a visit, please call the Reception Desk at 518-370-4419 and allow at least two hours’ notice. This will allow the resident and staff sufficient time to prepare for departure.
At the present time, we are awaiting additional information from Schenectady County Public Health and will keep you informed as to any updates we receive. Your cooperation and understanding are needed and appreciated.
Caroline Thompson, Executive Director/Administrator
Kate Giemza, RN, Resident Care Director
Pam Jordan, Facilities Director
Michelle Rearic, Business Office/HR Manager
Amber Zoller, Assistant Case Manager
Christina Benardo, Activities Director
Ceil Mack, Marketing Director
