Minnesota Department Of Health Releases New Guidance Concerning Visiting Elder Care Facilities

Press release from the Wright County Government:

March 17, 2021

There have been many heartbreaking aspects to the COVID-19 pandemic, but one of the worst has been the isolation of residents of nursing homes and assisted-living facilities. Earlier today (March 17) as part of the loosening of restrictions in Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Health has released more relaxed guidelines to allow families and friends to have indoor visitations with elderly care patients who have been vaccinated for COVID-19. To see the full guidance, click here: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/hcp/ltcindoor.pdf

This press release was produced by the Wright County Government. The views expressed here are the author’s own.