August 6^th, 2020

Thief River Care Center tested residents and staff who tested negative previously for the 4th time on August 4^th. These results are reflected in the graph below. We had NO new positive cases of COVID-19. We are testing again on August 11^th.  

	Tests Positive	Tests Negative	Tests Pending	Total Tested
Residents	0	54	0	54
Staff	0	68	0	68

Results as of date 08/06/2020

We continue to follow all recommendations from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Our staff are equipped with full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including face masks, eye protection, gowns, and gloves while in our care center. As a reminder, because of the active cases in our care center, we are only allowing closed window visits and virtual visits at this time.

Due to the confirmed cases of COVID-19 in our care center, open window visits and patio visits were halted. It is crucial that we all remain vigilant on social distancing, face masks and proper hand hygiene. The healthcare heroes in our community need you. This week we are calling on the friends and family of all who live and work here to partner with us and our affiliates, as we keep face masks and social distancing as important in our everyday lives as it is in our care center. Post a picture of you wearing a facemask and tag our Facebook page @Thief River Care Center using the hashtag #MaskingWithSFHS. Tell us and the rest of our community why you continue to wear a facemask and be proud of helping protect our seniors and those who care for them.

Updated information on our planning and preparedness for Coronavirus and our activities within our care center can be found by visiting our website (www.sfhs.org) or our Facebook page. Please do not hesitate to reach out to a department manager at 218-683-8100.