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Dear JSL Employees:
There has been a lot of communication recently about the loosening of restrictions that are intended to limit the spread of COVID-19. The CDC and NYS have announced lifting of mask requirements in many settings, for fully vaccinated individuals. However, this does not apply to healthcare settings (hospitals, nursing homes etc.).
At Jewish Home we must continue to wear a mask and shield when at work. It is critical that we continue to protect not only the health and safety of our residents but also all of our employees.
We implemented the additional layer of protection with the use of face shields early on in the Pandemic and feel if was helpful to our success in controlling the infections rates among our residents and employees. We also know face shields can be uncomfortable and challenging especially as the weather gets warmer.
The face shield is an additional layer of protection against the virus, which we all are aware is now mutating. As a reminder, your face shield is required only to be worn when providing care and when in close contact with a resident or each other (less than 6 feet). You do not need to wear
the shield when outdoors.
We will continue to monitor the Federal, State and Monroe County infectious rates and our infection rates across JSL. We are extremely proud of each of you, your continued compassion and care for our residents and each
other. We are very thankful you are part of our Jewish Home team!
Stay Safe,
Michael S. King, President & CEO
Michele Schirano, RN, Senior VP/Administrator
Susan Bussey, Senior VP of Housing
Local news coverage about the small greenhouses we have for our families to visit their loved one.
Channel 13:
https://13wham.com/news/local/jewish-senior-life-creates-greenhouses-for-window-visits-with-loved-ones
Please watch the videos on proper PPE application techniques.
Below is a brief video showing how the ReadyDock Duo works. There are also step by step instructions posted on each device as well. Please note that the video shows a 30 second sanitize cycle, our devices are set to 60 second cycles.
Note: The Project Search parade mentioned in video took place on Wednesday, August 26th.
To learn more about the vaccine trial mentioned in the video, visit covidresearch.urmc.edu or by calling (585) 273-3990.
May 28, 2020
We are sure many of you have questions regarding the COVID-19 employee testing. We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions. Please take a minute to read this document.
FAQs for COVID-19 employee testing FAQ
If you have further questions, please email COVIDquestions@jewishhomeroc.org.
Thank you for your continued support caring for our residents and each other.
Please remember to wear your masks and shields where and when necessary, practice social distancing and wash your hands.
Please watch the videos on proper PPE application techniques.
A Place for Relaxation will continue this week. An appointment is required and priority scheduling will be given to clinical staff. Contact Marie Rowling at ext. 6501 to schedule your appointment.
New permanent location: Atkin Center, Adult Day Health Care, Quiet Room
Days and times available:
Tuesday, 4/21 – 10:30-11:30 am, 2:30-4:30 pm
Wednesday, 4/22 – 10:30-11:30 am, 2:30-4:30 pm
Thursday, 4/23 – 10:30-11:30 am, 2:30-4:30 pm
As referenced by Dr. Marie Aydelotte, employees can asked to be tested for COVID-19 if they have fever and/or respiratory symptoms. To schedule test at Jewish Home, call Employee Health X 6409 or 784-6409.
To be seen at Strong Urgent Care (tell them you are Jewish Home health care personnel), contact the urgent care convenient to you at:
TO: All Jewish Home Employees
FROM: Michele Schirano, RN, Administrator; Marie Aydelotte, MD, Chief Medical Officer
DATE: April 6, 2020
SUBJECT: Department of Health
Directive: Protocol for Personnel in Healthcare and Other Direct Care Settings to Return to Work Following COVID-19 Exposure or Infection
In accordance with NYS Department of Health, we are providing this directive regarding updated protocols for staff in healthcare and other direct care settings for return to work following COVID-19 exposure or positive testing.
A staff member is still expected to work if they have been exposed to a confirmed or suspected COVID-19 case. In that case, the following conditions must be met:
We recognize this is a stressful time for everyone. We also recognize that at Jewish Home, we are all essential employees. We continue to provide a safe and healthy environment for you and our residents and patients.
Thank you for your continued commitment.
Message sent on behalf of Dr. Marie Aydelotte, Michele Schirano and Deb Wegman:
Please take a moment and read the Mask Information sheet below. This is for all Jewish Home staff. If you have any questions or concerns, please email them to covidquestions@jewishhomeroc.org.
A Place for Relaxation
We appreciate your commitment and support to our patients and residents during this challenging time. We want to provide a dedicated place for you to relax, recharge your system and reduce some stress and anxiety.
Beginning this week in the Farash Tower Learning Center, we are providing employees with free chair massages, breathing and relaxation techniques. Carmen Ramos and Liz Nally will be on hand to provide these services.
An appointment is required and priority in scheduling will be given to clinical staff. Contact Marie Rowling at extension 6501 to schedule your appointment.
The schedule is as follows:
Wednesday, 4/1 10:00-11:30 am, 2:30-4:00 pm
Thursday, 4/2 10:00-11:30 am, 2:30– 4:00 pm
There is a maximum of eight people in the room at one time. Sessions are five minutes long. No cell phone use during your time there.
We are offering free basic haircut services by our hairdressers with priority scheduling for clinical staff. You must make an appointment.
Please call Zhanna Conolly at extension 6560 if you are interested.
Also please remember the Wellness Gym is available and open around the clock, 24/7. Exercise increases your overall health and your sense of well-being.
Visit the Gym for a treadmill walk, workout with weights, or try one of the Fitness On Demand™ workouts. There is something for everyone and every fitness skill level. All employees must complete an orientation before using any of the equipment. If you have not completed the orientation, call extension 6529 to schedule an appointment. When you go to the Wellness Gym for any kind of workout, make sure you sign in. And remember, while it’s okay to work out with friends, you must remain 6 feet apart from another person.
Thank you!
Please watch the video below for the most recent update on our response to COVID-19. It includes information that was shared with family members during a call-in session yesterday afternoon.
Memo sent to all Jewish Home Staff, from Michael King, President & CEO, Michele Schirano, Administrator and Dr. Marie Aydelotte, Chief Medical Officer
RE: COVID-19 Diagnosis
We want to let each of you know that a rehab patient has tested positive for the Coronavirus (COVID-19). We set up stringent protocols over a week ago in anticipation of possible COVID-19 diagnoses. Any admission into the Jewish Home, Summit or Wolk Manor will be on isolation in a private room for several days. Staff entering the room must use personal protective equipment, per the isolation policy.
Any staff members that may have had contact with the positive patient on rehab are being contacted and asked to self-monitor for 14 days, but can continue to work as long as asymptomatic. They must wear a mask at all times during work hours.
We know this will create enhanced anxiety and stress, not only for you, but our families and residents. Please remember that we are a “family among families” and all of us are connected. Now, more than ever, we need to stay strong and vigilant for those entrusted in our care.
We will continue to keep you informed of any new developments as they occur.
Please email any questions to covidquestions@jewishhomeroc.org
Please watch the video below for the most recent update on our response to COVID-19 and answers to frequently asked questions we have received from employees. A new video will be posted every Friday.
This is a reminder that UR Medicine Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is still open for business and offers both telephone and telehealth appointments so that people can get the support they need while practicing “social distancing.”
To schedule an appointment, please call 585-276-9110.
Additionally, UR Medicine Employee Assistance Program (EAP) has provided the following document with tips for coping with stress related to COVID-19.
UR Medicine EAP COVID Tips Sheet
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We have received the following from Excellus Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
If anyone has any questions please contact Carissa Wolson at 784-6398 or cwoolson@jewishhomeroc.org.
Excellus- MD Live Registration
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Success Coach
On-site
office hours for Chanel Terrell, Jewish Home Success Coach, are suspended until further notice. This is because of the mandated campus visitor restrictions in place at this time.
Chanel is available by email: chanel.terrell@successcoach-roc.org or can call/text her at 585-944-4975. Chanel is available to connect employees to the resources that they need to lessen the worry and stress of balancing work and life.
We will keep you informed when Chanel will resume on-site office hours. Thank you.
Child Care/Meal Resources
Below are some resources they may be of interest to you and your family. Please keep in mind things are changing daily.
Chanel Terrell, Success Coach
Call or text: (585) 944-4975
Email: chanel.terrell@successcoach-roc.org
YMCA – Registration is open for Emergency School Age Care at the following locations:
Child Care Council – 585-654-4720. Employees can call or fill out a profile on childcarecouncil.com to gain referrals
Crisis Nursery of Greater Rochester Owens House Crisis Nursery
201 Genesee Park Blvd
464 Rosewood Terrace
585-235-5750
585-482-2561
Monica Sandra
Meals for your kids
If you’re in need of meals for your kids, the following recreation centers will provide pre-packaged breakfast, lunch and dinner between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.:
The following schools will also provide grab-and-go meals from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.:
Thank you for all that you are doing through this ever-changing and challenging time!
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To all Jewish Home staff:
As some of you may be aware, The Friendly Home reported yesterday that one of their employees tested positive for the COVID- 19 virus. The employee did not provide direct care to their residents and had recently traveled to Miami. The Friendly Home followed all the required protocols and this employee, along with four co-workers, will self- quarantine at home. They will be allowed to return to work when cleared by the Department of Health.
These are extremely challenging times for all of us, our families, our friends, neighbors and the entire world! I am sure each of you are dealing with stressful times in your own lives. At Jewish Home, now is the time, more than ever, we need to stand together and provide a united front
against this terrible virus so that our residents are safe and well. Everyone at Jewish Home is considered essential to this effort. We need everyone on site and working together for those entrusted in our care, the most frail and vulnerable in our community.
We are staying in close contact with the local and state health departments and are following their guidelines. We are taking every measure across our campus to try and prevent this virus from entering our buildings. If it does enter the campus, we have established protocols to help ensure the safety of staff and residents. We will continue to provide updates via email, on our website home page, jewishhomeroc.org, along with our mobile app Jewish Home Connects, which can be downloaded at either the Apple Store or Android Store. Communication will be coming out on a regular basis.
If you have any questions or concerns around COVID-19 , please email your questions to covidquestions@jewishhomeroc.org or contact Michele Schirano at 784-6484.
Thank you for all that you are doing!! and PLEASE WASH YOUR HANDS FREQUENTLY!!
Mike
Michael S. King
President/CEO
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As recently communicated, to keep our residents and employees safe, beginning at 3 pm today, Friday, March 13, all staff members entering any buildings on campus will be required to participate in a temperature screening.
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
This situation is constantly changing, and we know you have a lot of questions. We have prepared a video to share more information about COVID-19, as well as responding to the employee questions we’ve received so far.
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See below for the latest COVID-19 public communications from Jewish Home.
For additional information, please visit the CDC’s Coronavirus Disease information page.
2021 Winton Rd. South
Rochester, NY 14618
Jewish Home does not discriminate based on disability in its programs, services, activities and employment practices. We strive to follow the best practices as outlined in the Americans with Disability Act in developing this website. If you need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication or a reasonable modification in programs, services or activities contact us at customerservice@jewishhomeroc.org or contact Human Resources at (585) 784-6391.
Jewish Home does not discriminate based on disability in its programs, services, activities and employment practices. We strive to follow the best practices as outlined in the Americans with Disability Act in developing this website. If you need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication or a reasonable modification in programs, services or activities contact us at customerservice@jewishhomeroc.org or contact Human Resources at (585) 784-6391.
