Holy Angels’ Response
Holy Angels remains committed to the safety and well-being of our residents, families and staff. We are continuously assessing and adapting our response to sustain us through the Covid-19 crisis. Holy Angels will always prioritize the highest level of safety and care for our residents and has implemented a number of measures that meet and exceed all recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the Gaston County Health Department.
MISSION AND MEANING
While we are taking every known precaution to stop the spread of Covid-19, the pandemic reminds us of our dependence on God for his mercy, wisdom and courage. We've adopted a motto during these times - "Faith over fear."
PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
Our programs and services have been adapted to ensure the safety of our residents during COVID. We have been guided by those we serve and we are inspired deeply by their willingness to love, live and learn. This is true to a an even greater extent during a pandemic.
VISITOR GUIDELINES
Holy Angels began visitor restrictions in March, 2020. Periodically, families have been allowed to visit outdoors while observing the 3 W’s. The Covid-19 committee continues to evaluate the latest conditions to determine availability of visitations.
SAFETY STEPS AND MEASURES
We implemented additional safety measures in March, 2020 and continue to practice the 3 W’s: Wash your hands, Wear your masks, and Wait six feet apart. We are also providing personal protective equipment (PPE) for all staff and able residents (see graphic).
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We increased our infection control practices during the summer due to the Delta variant and again in the winter when we experienced the Omicron surge.
We remain committed to maintaining the highest levels of safety for our residents and staff.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND SUPPORT
Based on the recommendations of the CDC, we have suspended our daily LifeChoices program and nearly all of our volunteer activities. The few remaining volunteers are not providing any direct services to residents. We are offering virtual opportunities for community engagement with our residents. We also encourage supporters to send letters, cards and emails to our residents and staff.
STAFF TRAINING COMPLETED
Covid-19: What you need to know
Covid-19: Isolation protocol
Covid-19: Update- training information
Covid-19: Restaurant training
Covid-19: Vaccination training
Covid-19 Safely cleaning and disinfecting at work
Covid-19 Delta Variant training
COVID-19 VACCINE
Holy Angels was grouped in 1A, meaning we were among the first to get the vaccine. Residents and staff received the first dose in January, 2021. The second dose was administered in February. The vaccine is considered mandatory for all employees, with the few exceptions of those with approved exemptions.
COVID-19 RESOURCES
NC Department of Health and Human Services - ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus
Centers for Disease Control - cdc.gov/coronavirus
Gaston County Health Department - https://www.gastongov.com/coronavirus/
Timeline
Our Implementation and A Day in the Life of our Residents timelines are shown below in an alternating sequence. Click on each to view in a separate window.
EVERYDAY HEROES
We honor and recognize our staff as Everyday Heroes for their exceptional contributions toward our extraordinary residents and each other.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Special thanks to our community partners whose collaboration, expertise and guidance have proven invaluable.
THANKS TO OUR MANY SUPPORTERS!
Our sincere gratitude to generous individuals and organizations who have supported Holy Angels during COVID including funding and donations of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), supplies and more.