This information is for long-term care facilities and staff. If you are a member of the public, or a loved one of someone living in a long-term care facility, and are looking for information about specific facilities, please contact the facility directly.
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The Health Department works closely with the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living (DAIL) and long-term care facilities to help them prepare for cases of COVID-19. Other types of group living settings, also called congregate care settings, can follow strategies to detect and prevent the spread of respiratory viruses like COVID-19.
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Recent changes to CDC Respiratory Virus Guidance do not affect healthcare guidance. Please continue to use the guidance on this page in Long-Term Care facilities and in your role as a healthcare professional.