Recap of Latest COVID-19 Resources and Information
As a reminder, our COVID-19 Resources webpage includes links to all of our member updates sent from April Payne. Given the volume of information we have shared recently, we wanted to provide quick links to some key updates from those messages.
Federal Agency Guidance and Resources
- CMS COVID-19 Long Term Care Facility Guidance
- CMS Reports Frequent Incorrect Use of PPE
- CDC Strategies to Optimize the Supply of PPE and Equipment (including PPE Burn Rate Calculator)
- OSHA Memoranda Related to Respirator Use
State Agency Guidance and Resources
- VDH Updated Guidance on Testing Guidance for COVID-19
- VDH Optimization Strategies for PPE in LTC Facilities
- Additional Approval for Temporary Nurse Aid Training Not Needed
- DSS Procedures for Licensing Inspections for Assisted Living Facilities
AHCA/NCAL Guidance and Resources
- Steps to Limit COVID-19 Spread and Outbreaks in Long Term Care
- What to Do When COVID-19 Gets into Your LTC Facility (Don’t Wait: Assume It’s Already There)
- Template Letter for Family Members for Facilities Impacted by COVID-19
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Update
- Cohorting Residents to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19
- COVID-19: Screening Checklist – for Visitors and Staff
- Compassionate Care Amidst the COVID-19 Crisis