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Our goal, from the start of this Pandemic, has been to be transparent with the impact COVID is having inside our facility of excellence. The COVID status tracker for Residents and employees is another way we can provide full transparency to our Residents, families, and employees. The information provided will be updated each weekday, Monday through Friday. Information provided by the close of the day on Monday will reflect what occurred over the weekend.

1.19.22
As of January 19th, we have twelve residents and thirteen staff members who have tested positive for COVID-19. Our medical director and clinical team will continue to monitor residents and staff members daily. Our employees will follow CDC guidelines recover and return to work safely.

NEW guidance was released on 11/12/2021 by CMS (The Center for Medicare Services) in-person visitation will remain OPEN regardless of a COVID outbreak for residents in a nursing home setting. As a reminder, there are options for scheduling virtual visits for our residents if you live near or are out of town please call 515.270.6838 or use the link to schedule your time virtually: www.urbandalehealthcare.com.

At Urbandale Healthcare Center, we want to assure you that we are adhering to rigorous infection control practices throughout our facility. We are conducting tests every 3-7 days, a weekly facility-wide testing per the Iowa Dept. of Health guidance and CMS. Regular testing is an effective method of slowing the virus’s spread, so we look forward to continuing this practice until the virus is no longer prevalent. We continue to stay in touch with the County Health Department to ensure we are following the most up-to-date policies and procedures to defend against the spread of the virus. We are also collaborating with our medical director daily.

As a reminder, the following defensive measures are in place at our facility:

  • Closely monitoring and screening all residents and team members for symptoms on a daily and shift-by-shift basis. This includes temperature checks and other CDC-recommended screenings.
  • Enforcing social distancing.
    Practicing frequent hand hygiene in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  • Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces to decrease environmental contamination.
  • Taking higher-than-required protective equipment precautions, such as wearing N95 masks, gloves and gowns as situations warrant their use.

Thank you for your kindness and understanding through this time.

Best regards,

Bethany Lee, Administrator

1.16.2022

As of January 16th, we have eight residents and nine staff members who have tested positive for COVID-19. Our medical director and clinical team will continue to monitor residents and staff members daily. Our employees will follow CDC guidelines recover and return to work safely.

NEW guidance was released on 11/12/2021 by CMS (The Center for Medicare Services) in-person visitation will remain OPEN regardless of a COVID outbreak for residents in a nursing home setting. As a reminder, there are options for scheduling virtual visits for our residents if you live near or are out of town please call 515.270.6838 or use the link to schedule your time virtually: www.urbandalehealthcare.com.

At Urbandale Healthcare Center, we want to assure you that we are adhering to rigorous infection control practices throughout our facility. We are conducting tests every 3-7 days, a weekly facility-wide testing per the Iowa Dept. of Health guidance and CMS. Regular testing is an effective method of slowing the virus’s spread, so we look forward to continuing this practice until the virus is no longer prevalent. We continue to stay in touch with the County Health Department to ensure we are following the most up-to-date policies and procedures to defend against the spread of the virus. We are also collaborating with our medical director daily.

As a reminder, the following defensive measures are in place at our facility: 

  • Closely monitoring and screening all residents and team members for symptoms on a daily and shift-by-shift basis. This includes temperature checks and other CDC-recommended screenings. 
  • Enforcing social distancing. 
  • Practicing frequent hand hygiene in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  • Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces to decrease environmental contamination.
  • Taking higher-than-required protective equipment precautions, such as wearing N95 masks, gloves and gowns as situations warrant their use. 

Thank you for your kindness and understanding through this time.

Best regards,

Bethany Lee, Administrator

1.12.22

As of January 12th, we have eight residents and seven staff members who have tested positive for COVID-19. Our staff members continue to follow CDC guidelines to recover and return to work safely. Our medical director and clinical team will continue to monitor residents and staff members daily.

NEW guidance was released on 11/12/2021 by CMS (The Center for Medicare Services) in-person visitation will remain OPEN regardless of a COVID outbreak for residents in a nursing home setting. As reminder there are options for scheduling virtual visits for our residents if you live near or are out of town please call 515.270.6838 or use the link to schedule your time virtually: www.urbandalehealthcare.com.

At Urbandale Healthcare Center, we want to assure you that we are adhering to rigorous infection control practices throughout our facility. We are conducting tests every 3-7 days, a weekly facility-wide testing per the Iowa Dept. of Health guidance and CMS. Regular testing is an effective method of slowing the virus’s spread, so we look forward to continuing this practice until the virus is no longer prevalent. We continue to stay in touch with the County Health Department to ensure we are following the most up-to-date policies and procedures to defend against the spread of the virus. We are also collaborating with our medical director daily.

As a reminder, the following defensive measures are in place at our facility: 

  • Closely monitoring and screening all residents and team members for symptoms on a daily and shift-by-shift basis. This includes temperature checks and other CDC-recommended screenings. 
  • Enforcing social distancing. 
  • Practicing frequent hand hygiene in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  • Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces to decrease environmental contamination.
  • Taking higher-than-required protective equipment precautions, such as wearing N95 masks, gloves and gowns as situations warrant their use. 

Thank you for your kindness and understanding through this time. Happy New Year. 

Bethany Lee, Administrator

1.4.22

As of January 4th, we have three residents who have tested positive for COVID-19. We have three staff members who have tested positive for COVID-19 as well. Our medical director and clinical team will continue to monitor residents and staff members daily.

NEW guidance was released on 11/12/2021 by CMS (The Center for Medicare Services) in-person visitation will remain OPEN regardless of a COVID outbreak for residents in a nursing home setting. As reminder there are options for scheduling virtual visits for our residents if you live near or are out of town please call 515.270.6838 or use the link to schedule your time virtually: www.urbandalehealthcare.com.

At Urbandale Healthcare Center, we want to assure you that we are adhering to rigorous infection control practices throughout our facility. We are conducting tests every 3-7 days, a weekly facility-wide testing per the Iowa Dept. of Health guidance and CMS. Regular testing is an effective method of slowing the virus’s spread, so we look forward to continuing this practice until the virus is no longer prevalent. We continue to stay in touch with the County Health Department to ensure we are following the most up-to-date policies and procedures to defend against the spread of the virus. We are also collaborating with our medical director daily.

As a reminder, the following defensive measures are in place at our facility: 

  • Closely monitoring and screening all residents and team members for symptoms on a daily and shift-by-shift basis. This includes temperature checks and other CDC-recommended screenings. 
  • Enforcing social distancing. 
  • Practicing frequent hand hygiene in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  • Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces to decrease environmental contamination.
  • Taking higher-than-required protective equipment precautions, such as wearing N95 masks, gloves and gowns as situations warrant their use. 

Thank you for your kindness and understanding through this time. Happy New Year. 

Bethany Lee, Administrator

1.3.22

As of January 3rd, we do not have any new active cases of COVID-19 with our residents. We do have three staff members who have tested positive for COVID-19. Our staff members who have tested positive will continue to follow CDC guidelines, recover, and return to work. Our medical director and clinical team will continue to monitor residents and employees daily.

NEW guidance was released on 11/12/2021 by CMS (The Center for Medicare Services) in-person visitation will remain OPEN regardless of a COVID outbreak for residents in a nursing home setting. As reminder there are options for scheduling virtual visits for our residents if you live near or are out of town please call 515.270.6838 or use the link to schedule your time virtually: www.urbandalehealthcare.com.

At Urbandale Healthcare Center, we want to assure you that we are adhering to rigorous infection control practices throughout our facility. We are conducting tests every 3-7 days, a weekly facility-wide testing per the Iowa Dept. of Health guidance and CMS. Regular testing is an effective method of slowing the virus’s spread, so we look forward to continuing this practice until the virus is no longer prevalent. We continue to stay in touch with the County Health Department to ensure we are following the most up-to-date policies and procedures to defend against the spread of the virus. We are also collaborating with our medical director daily.

As a reminder, the following defensive measures are in place at our facility: 

  • Closely monitoring and screening all residents and team members for symptoms on a daily and shift-by-shift basis. This includes temperature checks and other CDC-recommended screenings. 
  • Enforcing social distancing. 
  • Practicing frequent hand hygiene in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  • Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces to decrease environmental contamination.
  • Taking higher-than-required protective equipment precautions, such as wearing N95 masks, gloves and gowns as situations warrant their use. 

Thank you for your kindness and understanding through this time. Happy New Year. 

Bethany Lee, Administrator

12.31.21

As of December 31st, we do not have any new active cases of COVID-19 with our residents. We do have one staff member who has tested positive for COVID-19. The last day worked for this staff member was 12/28/21. Our staff member who tested positive on 12/26/21 continues to recover. Our medical director and clinical team will continue to monitor residents and employees daily.

NEW guidance was released on 11/12/2021 by CMS (The Center for Medicare Services) in-person visitation will remain OPEN regardless of a COVID outbreak for residents in a nursing home setting. As reminder there are options for scheduling virtual visits for our residents if you live near or are out of town please call 515.270.6838 or use the link to schedule your time virtually: www.urbandalehealthcare.com.

At Urbandale Healthcare Center, we want to assure you that we are adhering to rigorous infection control practices throughout our facility. We are conducting tests every 3-7 days, a weekly facility-wide testing per the Iowa Dept. of Health guidance and CMS. Regular testing is an effective method of slowing the virus’s spread, so we look forward to continuing this practice until the virus is no longer prevalent. We continue to stay in touch with the County Health Department to ensure we are following the most up-to-date policies and procedures to defend against the spread of the virus. We are also collaborating with our medical director daily.

As a reminder, the following defensive measures are in place at our facility:

Closely monitoring and screening all residents and team members for symptoms on a daily and shift-by-shift basis. This includes temperature checks and other CDC-recommended screenings.

Enforcing social distancing.

Practicing frequent hand hygiene in accordance with CDC guidelines.

Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces to decrease environmental contamination.

Taking higher-than-required protective equipment precautions, such as wearing N95 masks, gloves and gowns as situations warrant their use.

Thank you for your kindness and understanding through this time.

Bethany Lee, Administrator

 

12.21.21

As of December 21st, we have no active cases of COVID-19 with our residents. We do have one employee who has tested positive for COVID-19. Last day that was worked for this employee was 12/17/21. Our employee who tested positive last week continues to recover. Our medical director and clinical team will continue to monitor residents and employees daily.

NEW guidance was released on 11/12/2021 by CMS (The Center for Medicare Services) in-person visitation will remain OPEN regardless of a COVID outbreak for residents in a nursing home setting. As reminder there are options for scheduling virtual visits for our residents if you live near or are out of town please call 515.270.6838 or use the link to schedule your time virtually: www.urbandalehealthcare.com.

At Urbandale Healthcare Center, we want to assure you that we are adhering to rigorous infection control practices throughout our facility. We are conducting tests every 3-7 days, a weekly facility-wide testing per the Iowa Dept. of Health guidance and CMS. Regular testing is an effective method of slowing the virus’s spread, so we look forward to continuing this practice until the virus is no longer prevalent. We continue to stay in touch with the County Health Department to ensure we are following the most up-to-date policies and procedures to defend against the spread of the virus. We are also collaborating with our medical director daily.

As a reminder, the following defensive measures are in place at our facility: 

  • Closely monitoring and screening all residents and team members for symptoms on a daily and shift-by-shift basis. This includes temperature checks and other CDC-recommended screenings. 
  • Enforcing social distancing. 
  • Practicing frequent hand hygiene in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  • Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces to decrease environmental contamination.
  • Taking higher-than-required protective equipment precautions, such as wearing N95 masks, gloves and gowns as situations warrant their use. 

Thank you for your kindness and understanding through this time. 

Bethany Lee, Administrator

12.13.21

As of December, 13th, we have one employee who has tested positive for COVID-19. Last day worked for this employee was 12/12/21. We have no other active cases of COVID-19 with our employees or our residents. Our medical director and clinical team will continue to monitor residents and employees daily.

NEW guidance was released on 11/12/2021 by CMS (The Center for Medicare Services) in-person visitation will remain OPEN regardless of a COVID outbreak for residents in a nursing home setting. As reminder there are options for scheduling virtual visits for our residents if you live near or are out of town please call 515.270.6838 or use the link to schedule your time virtually: www.urbandalehealthcare.com.

At Urbandale Healthcare Center, we want to assure you that we are adhering to rigorous infection control practices throughout our facility. We are conducting tests every 3-7 days, a weekly facility-wide testing per the Iowa Dept. of Health guidance and CMS. Regular testing is an effective method of slowing the virus’s spread, so we look forward to continuing this practice until the virus is no longer prevalent. We continue to stay in touch with the County Health Department to ensure we are following the most up-to-date policies and procedures to defend against the spread of the virus. We are also collaborating with our medical director daily.

As a reminder, the following defensive measures are in place at our facility: 

  • Closely monitoring and screening all residents and team members for symptoms on a daily and shift-by-shift basis. This includes temperature checks and other CDC-recommended screenings. 
  • Enforcing social distancing. 
  • Practicing frequent hand hygiene in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  • Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces to decrease environmental contamination.
  • Taking higher-than-required protective equipment precautions, such as wearing N95 masks, gloves and gowns as situations warrant their use. 

Thank you for your kindness and understanding through this time. 

Bethany Lee, Administrator

11.26.21

As of November 26th, we have one resident and three employees who are COVID-19 positive. We are pleased to announce three residents and one employee has recovered successfully. Our medical director and clinical team will continue to monitor residents and employees daily.

NEW guidance was released on 11/12/2021 by CMS (The Center for Medicare Services) in-person visitation will remain OPEN regardless of a COVID outbreak for residents in a nursing home setting. As reminder there are options for scheduling virtual visits for our residents if you live near or are out of town please call 515.270.6838 or use the link to schedule your time: www.urbandalehealthcare.com.

At Urbandale Healthcare Center, we want to assure you that we are adhering to rigorous infection control practices throughout our facility. We are conducting tests every 3-7 days, a weekly facility-wide testing per the Iowa Dept. of Health guidance and CMS. Regular testing is an effective method of slowing the virus’s spread, so we look forward to continuing this practice until the virus is no longer prevalent. We continue to stay in touch with the County Health Department to ensure we are following the most up-to-date policies and procedures to defend against the spread of the virus. We are also collaborating with our medical director daily.

As a reminder, the following defensive measures are in place at our facility: 

  • Closely monitoring and screening all residents and team members for symptoms on a daily and shift-by-shift basis. This includes temperature checks and other CDC-recommended screenings. 
  • Enforcing social distancing. 
  • Practicing frequent hand hygiene in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  • Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces to decrease environmental contamination.
  • Taking higher-than-required protective equipment precautions, such as wearing N95 masks, gloves and gowns as situations warrant their use. 

Thank you for your kindness and understanding through this time. 

Happy Holidays and be well, 

Bethany Lee, Administrator

11.17.21

As of November 17th, we have three residents and one employee who have tested positive for COVID-19. 

NEW guidance was released on 11/11/2021 by CMS (The Center for Medicare Services) visitation will remain OPEN regardless of a COVID outbreak for residents in a nursing home setting. As reminder there are options for scheduling virtual visits for our residents if you live near or are out of town please call 515.270.6838 or use the link to schedule your time: www.urbandalehealthcare.com.

At Urbandale Healthcare Center, we want to assure you that we are adhering to rigorous infection control practices throughout our facility. We are conducting twice-weekly facility-wide testing per the Iowa Dept. of Health guidance and CMS. Regular testing is an effective method of slowing the virus’s spread, so we look forward to continuing this practice until the virus is no longer prevalent. We continue to stay in touch with the County Health Department to ensure we are following the most up-to-date policies and procedures to defend against the spread of the virus. We are also collaborating with our medical director daily.

As a reminder, the following defensive measures are in place at our facility: 

  • Closely monitoring and screening all residents and team members for symptoms on a daily and shift-by-shift basis. This includes temperature checks and other CDC-recommended screenings. 
  • Enforcing social distancing. 
  • Practicing frequent hand hygiene in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  • Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces to decrease environmental contamination.
  • Taking higher-than-required protective equipment precautions, such as wearing N95 masks, gloves and gowns as situations warrant their use. 

Thank you for your kindness and understanding through this time. 

Be well, 

Bethany Lee, Administrator

11.14.21

As of November 14th, we have one resident and one employee who has tested positive for COVID-19. 

NEW guidance is out by the CMS (Center for Medicare Services) visitation remains OPEN. However, if you wish to visit we strongly recommend scheduling the visit. Please call the facility directly at 515-270-6838 to schedule time or you may also message us at the link. As reminder scheduling visits for either live in-person or virtual please call or use the link: www.urbandalehealthcare.com.

At Urbandale Healthcare Center, we want to assure you that we are adhering to rigorous infection control practices throughout our facility. We will start conducting twice-weekly facility-wide testing per the Iowa Dept. of Health guidance and CMS. Regular testing is an effective method of slowing the virus’s spread, so we look forward to continuing this practice until the virus is no longer prevalent. We continue to stay in touch with the County Health Department to ensure we are following the most up-to-date policies and procedures to defend against the spread of the virus. We are also collaborating with our medical director daily.

As a reminder, the following defensive measures are in place at our facility: 

  • Closely monitoring and screening all residents and team members for symptoms on a daily and shift-by-shift basis. This includes temperature checks and other CDC-recommended screenings. 
  • Enforcing social distancing. 
  • Allowing only essential individuals (those providing critical care for residents) into the healthcare community. 
  • Practicing frequent hand hygiene in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  • Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces to decrease environmental contamination.
  • Taking higher-than-required protective equipment precautions, such as wearing N95 masks, gloves and gowns as situations warrant their use. 
  • Residents are encouraged to stay in their rooms to better protect themselves.

Thank you for your kindness and understanding through this time. 

Be well, 

Bethany Lee, Administrator

10.25.21

As of October 25th, we have five residents and two employees who have tested positive for COVID-19. 

At this time visitation is closed. We are able to allow compassionate care visits. Visits must be scheduled at the front desk ahead of time with only 2 visitors at a time. Please call the facility directly at 515-270-6838 to schedule time or you may also message us at the link: www.urbandalehealthcare.com Visitations are important to us and our residents, we recommend virtual visits for all others to keep our families, friends and our residents connected. You may schedule your visit the same way by calling our direct phone line above or emailing the link above. 

At Urbandale Healthcare Center, we want to assure you that we are adhering to rigorous infection control practices throughout our facility. We will start conducting twice-weekly facility-wide testing per the Iowa Dept. of Health guidance and CMS. Regular testing is an effective method of slowing the virus’s spread, so we look forward to continuing this practice until the virus is no longer prevalent. We continue to stay in touch with the County Health Department to ensure we are following the most up-to-date policies and procedures to defend against the spread of the virus. We are also collaborating with our medical director daily.

As a reminder, the following defensive measures are in place at our facility: 

  • Closely monitoring and screening all residents and team members for symptoms on a daily and shift-by-shift basis. This includes temperature checks and other CDC-recommended screenings. 
  • Enforcing social distancing. 
  • Allowing only essential individuals (those providing critical care for residents) into the healthcare community. 
  • Practicing frequent hand hygiene in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  • Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces to decrease environmental contamination.
  • Taking higher-than-required protective equipment precautions, such as wearing N95 masks, gloves and gowns as situations warrant their use. 
  • Residents are encouraged to stay in their rooms to better protect themselves.

Thank you for your kindness and understanding through this time. 

Be well, 

Bethany Lee, Administrator

10.20.21

As of October 20th, we have two residents who have tested positive for COVID-19. 

At Urbandale Healthcare Center, we want to assure you that we are adhering to rigorous infection control practices throughout our facility. We will start conducting twice-weekly facility-wide testing per the Iowa Dept. of Health guidance and CMS. Regular testing is an effective method of slowing the virus’s spread, so we look forward to continuing this practice until the virus is no longer prevalent. We continue to stay in touch with the County Health Department to ensure we are following the most up-to-date policies and procedures to defend against the spread of the virus. We are also collaborating with our medical director daily.

Unfortunately, we cannot allow visitors inside our facility until we have completed initial testing for all residents and staff members. All communal activities will be limited throughout initial testing as well. 

We are able to allow compassionate care visits. We do strongly encourage families to schedule a phone call or virtual call with your loved one. Please reach out to the facility directly at 515-270-6838 to schedule time or you may also message us at the link below. 

www.urbandalehealthcare.com

As a reminder, the following defensive measures are in place at our facility: 

  • Closely monitoring and screening all residents and team members for symptoms on a daily and shift-by-shift basis. This includes temperature checks and other CDC-recommended screenings. 
  • Enforcing social distancing. 
  • Allowing only essential individuals (those providing critical care for residents) into the healthcare community. 
  • Practicing frequent hand hygiene in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  • Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces to decrease environmental contamination.
  • Taking higher-than-required protective equipment precautions, such as wearing N95 masks, gloves and gowns as situations warrant their use. 
  • Residents are encouraged to stay in their rooms to better protect themselves.

Thank you for your kindness and understanding through this time. 

Be well, 

Bethany Lee, Administrator

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