Covid-19 Resources and Information
Visitation Policy Overview
We continue to ask that all individuals at any NCHC locations who may be experiencing any symptoms of illness, including a cough, runny nose, fever, body aches, or any nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, to avoid our facilities to prevent the spread of infection. Please stay home if you are sick.
Because of the ease of spread in a long-term care and congregate living settings and the severity of illness that occurs in residents with COVID-19, nursing homes may have additional restrictions when visiting or during an outbreak of illness within a facility. North Central Health Care (NCHC) is committed to providing frequent communications to staff, patients and families regarding situations that may potentially affect those we serve and our operations.
To prevent the spread of illness, North Central Health Care continue to implement healthcare precautions as advised by local health officials and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
- Personal protective equipment requirements will be posted at all entrances. As a healthcare facility, we will follow all requirements for our care areas as posted by CDC and WI DHS. These requirements will vary in our different communities and areas of care and are based on type of care provided.
- Frequent cleaning of high-touch surfaces.
- Management will work with families individually on a case-by-case basis for special circumstances in the event visitation is suspended or altered.
The population NCHC serves in skilled nursing facilities and residential homes have a higher risk for poor health outcomes due to infections.
We continue to ask that all individuals at any NCHC locations who may be experiencing any symptoms of illness, including a cough, runny nose, fever, body aches, or any nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, to avoid our facilities to prevent the spread of infection. Our NCHC employees are required daily to report any symptoms of illness.
Please continue to practice good prevention techniques, including:
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Thoroughly wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing
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Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
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Avoid close contact with people who are sick
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Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe
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Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash and follow up with hand washing
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Stay home when you are sick
As needed, North Central Health Care will provide instructions for patients, visitors and employees as further action is required at any of our NCHC facilities.
If you have a concern about a loved one or patient, client or resident within our care, please contact the program directly.
Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Wisconsin Department of Health Services, North Central Health Care
CDC Resources
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)