Well it’s certainly been an interesting few months! As I watch the snow disappear from my yard and franticly finish up the Winter chores I put off, I am relieved at the progress we have made with this terrible virus. The CDC has updated their guidelines and I have to say these are the most obscure thus far. The essence of the new guideline is that masks and other PPE use is left to the discretion of the caregiver and senior.
MASK UPDATE
Masks and other PPE is to be used if there is a risk of infection transfer. (e.g., if either the caregiver or senior has had a close contact with an infected person within the last 72 hours or if they have symptoms of Covid 19.)
In all other cases, mask use is up to the caregiver and senior/ or their family to decide.
A vaccinated caregiver, with booster, does not need to quarantine if exposed, but must wear PPE when with a senior.
This is great progress and I know you all praise God with us! Please continue to call the office with any close contact exposures and Covid questions.
DRIVING & ERRANDS
This is a quick reminder that only a handful of clients have been approved for Errands or Transportation. Prior to doing any driving during a shift, you need to confirm the client is approved for mileage. You will find a specific task that involves driving if they have been approved. The mileage limitation should also be visible. If that task is not on your shift, call the office and review the request from the client. The Care Coordinator will assist you and confirm that you have been approved for driving.
When driving for us, you must have a current MVR on file and notify us immediately, if you receive a driving citation. Driving citations received after your record has been reviewed could result in our insurance company denying coverage. Keep us informed!
