Our COVID-19 Emergency Preparedness Plan
Adara Home Health is actively monitoring the progression of the coronavirus, COVID-19, to ensure that we have the most accurate and latest information on the threat of the virus. This situation continues to develop rapidly as new cases are identified in our communities and our protocols will be adjusted as needed. Our first priority is to ensure our employees and clients are in a safe and healthy environment.
While most cases of COVID-19 are mild, causing only fever and cough, a very small percentage of cases become severe and may progress particularly in the elderly and people with underlying medical conditions. Since this is the primary population that Adara Home Health serves, we understand your concerns and want to share with you how our organization is responding to the threat of COVID-19.
We are meeting regularly and coordinating the most appropriate protocols according to the updates and procedures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Minnesota Department of Health, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), local and county authorities, the Home Care Association of America, and other agencies and resources. Our response and plans may adjust according to the recommendations from these organizations.
What You Can Do to Protect Yourself and Your Family
These actions are designed to help keep you healthy, reduce exposures to COVID-19, and slow the spread of the disease.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, then throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands.
- Clean and disinfect objects and surfaces.
- Eat well, drink water appropriate for your physical condition and get rest to strengthen your immune system.
- Have a family emergency preparedness plan that includes care coverage and back up support, if possible.
- Stay at home and away from others if you are feeling ill.
- If you have underlying medical issues that put you in the high-risk category, avoid large public gatherings or other places outside the home. Limit your contact with others.
- If you have respiratory symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, sore throat, cough, shortness of breath) wear a facemask when around other people to help prevent the spread of the disease to others.
- If you think they may have been exposed to COVID-19 contact your healthcare provider immediately.
If you have any questions or concerns contact admin@adarahomehealth or call (763) 682-0665.
Resources
https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/basics.html#case
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Staff Resources
MN COVIDSitters Resource
Students from the University of Minnesota have banned together to offer support to healthcare workers during COVID-19. They are serving both the metro area and central Minnesota, with a toolkit provided to teach students in other areas of the state to start a similar program.
Support can be accessed via their website: www.mncovidsitters.org.
Volunteer support services include childcare, pet-sitting, and errands. Simply fill out an application to check out availability of volunteers. All staff in long term care organizations are considered healthcare workers who qualify for this free service.
If You Are Sick
Discover what the symptoms are of COVID-19 and what you should do if you’re sick, use our screening tool to determine if you should get tested, and find a testing location near you.
Helpful Resources
Use these resource documents to learn more about how we can stay both physically and mentally healthy during these difficult times and beyond.
Client Resources
Emergency Assistance for Veterans (Limited Time and Funds)
On March 13, 2020 Governor Tim Walz signed executive order 20-01: Declaring a Peacetime Emergency and Coordinating Minnesota’s Strategy to Protect Minnesotans from COVID 19.
We have received information today and a briefing regarding COVID-19 State Soldiers Assistance Programs. Financial Assistance designed to help Veterans who were directly and negatively impacted by economic, societal or health relation regarding COVID-19.
Grocery and Medication Delivery for Older Adults
Central MN Council on Aging, through the Federal Older Americans Act, is funding these agencies to provide grocery/medication delivery, frozen meals through curbside pickup, and home delivery to older residents in some Central Minnesota counties. Click the link to see a list of qualifying counties and the service providers.
Virtual Visits and Calls for Older Adults
Do you know an older adult who may be isolated during COVID-19? These providers are available with support and a friendly visit via telephone to older older adults.
Social Connecting for Aging Population
Juniper.Org is an organization that is improving health and wellness in communities across Minnesota through an integrated network of community organizations and health systems. Juniper is making research-proven programs available to people throughout the state.
Wright County Resources
During a pandemic; personal, community, and environmental preparedness are critical. Acting now can help protect you and those you care about.