UPDATE FOR VISITATION EFFECTIVE AUGUST 2, 2021
In general, visitation at Valley View is going well.? However, because long term care facilities are regulated in Pennsylvania under separate guidance in relation to COVID-19, we would like to clarify the following.?? We ask that no more than 2 people come to any given visit.? Otherwise, visits will take place in the lobby or outside, weather permitting.? Visits should be limited to one hour, preferably not at mealtimes. Scheduling of visits is no longer required. The main entrance will be open from 8 am to 4 pm.? After this time, you will need to press the button to the right of the door to enter, and a staff member will assist you when exiting.
IF A POSITIVE CASE OF COVID-19 IS IDENTIFIED, VISITATION WILL BE PAUSED
ALL VISITORS MUST SCREEN IN AND OUT AT THE KIOSK, INCLUDING CHILDREN, AND ALL VISITORS MUST WEAR SURGICAL MASKS
??? ??You must wear the printed name badge from the kiosk at all times
????? Children?s masks are available at the front desk
????? No cloth masks are permitted, although visitors may wear their own surgical masks or N-95?s if preferred.?
????? Please adhere to social distancing guidelines
????? Infection control guidelines will be monitored by facility staff in all resident areas
IF YOU ARE BRINGING MEALS FOR YOUR LOVED ONES, PLEASE NOTIFY THE FRONT DESK TO ENSURE NURSING AND DIETARY ARE AWARE
????? Please understand that visiting during mealtimes could pose an issue
????? No visitors are allowed in the bistro at this time
????? Only staff members may transport residents to the bistro
WHILE VISITING RESIDENTS
????? Visits may occur in resident rooms with the curtain pulled if there is a roommate
????? If the roommate is not vaccinated, a private room will be offered for visitation
????? Visits may occur in the lobby area or in the courtyard
? ? ? Visitors must proceed directly to resident rooms, and may not walk throughout the facility,
? ? ? go to the nurses? station, or common areas in any of the units
????? Please ring the call bell in the room if you have questions or require assistance
Protocol for Taking a Resident Out for a Leave of Absence (LOA) / Outing
The following steps must take place prior:
- An approved LOA form MUST be issued from the Therapy Department and signed before each outing.
- A COVID-19 Risk educational form MUST be signed by both the family member AND resident.
- The resident MUST be signed out at the kiosk in the main lobby before exiting and reentering the building.
Please contact the front desk with any questions you may have at 570-433-3161.