My mom's care village has done amazing since the start of Covid. A few staff have had positive tests with mild symptoms. No residents have tested positive. We went a few weeks with no cases. And then I got a call on Monday from the Director that a staff member, who had been ill in December, then recovered, suddenly died on the weekend. She did not work with my mom and had not been at work. Such sad news. He did call to let me know my mom was fine but he also wanted support for his staff for the grief work that is going to be hard. This was a long term employee who everyone knew and loved. I provided info on grief and my contact info for my team. So that was Monday.
Last night, we got the news that a resident has tested positive, was quite ill and had been transported to the hospital. The first resident case to date. Now I'm terrified. I don't know if this individual is close to my mom's unit but I hope to find out later today, though I'm also scared to know this. Residents are set to get their vaccines this coming week. I hope it's not too late. So scared. Blessings would be greatly appreciated as we navigate this news. My mom is high risk because of her age but other than Dementia, she's healthy. I hope she will remain unaffected. But I also know that Covid can infect anyone. Fingers, toes and everything else crossed. I can't sleep so I'm super achy today and my head aches. We're going to work on installing lighting in our theatre room today for our grandson's movie premiere of a feature film that was shot in our area last Summer. He has no idea. He actually thinks that we're watching "The Sound of Music" as I won the "draw" for the movie of the week! He's going to be soooo excited, so today, we'll concentrate on making this really special for him. The director loves to do premieres with red carpet and the whole deal. But Covid took this away, so we'll recreate it here at home.
Wishing you a beautiful day. I'm glad it's still warm here, with super clear blue skies again and tons of sun! Namaste.
~ Chy
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This is such a worry for everyone that has family in nursing homes.
I have heard more than once how people who recovered from covid died suddenly. I have a friend who works in ICU and she said she has seen this often? A part of virus no one knows about?
I sure hope your Mother stays safe
Janice
I'm so sorry to hear this about the staff member. I will be in prayer for your Mom and other residents and employees. That's what is so scary to me about this virus. No one knows exactly what it will affect and how and what the long term issues can be.
We'll keep a positive outlook on it.
Blessings,
Betsy
Praying that your mom will stay well.
These are worrying times. I pray that your mom will be well, and that the virus won't spread. And for peace for you.
Hi Janice. Thank you for visiting and your kind words. I'm so hopeful my mom will be fine. She has lived in the village for 3 years now and they have had in that time, 3 flu outbreaks but each time, she has remained well and not afflicted. Here's hoping!
X Chy
It was shocking Betsy to hear a staff member had died. Unfortunately, she did have some underlying health issues as well, which they believe contributed to why she was not 100% better at the end. I feel so bad for her family. Such sad news.
X Chy
Granny, I thank you for your prayers and sweet words.
X Chy
Thank you Lorrie. Your words mean the world to me today.
X Chy
So sorry to hear that COVID has found its way into your mom's care facility. I certainly understand your worry and will keep you all in my prayers. How nice of you to make your grandson's movie premiere special for him. I'm sure he will love it.
That must be such a worry for you. I do hope your Mom (and the other residents) remain safe and well.
What a lovely gesture to make towards your grandson, very special :)
Sending you positive thoughts as you worry about your Mom and the caregivers at her facility. Best of luck with the surprise movie showing. Stay safe.
Thanks Debi. It's a bit worry for sure. Keeping busy and this is helping!
X Chy
It is for sure, AHINZ! I thankful for the supportive community here. Everyone's kind words are so helpful.
X Chy
Meredith, thank you! Please stay safe and be well too!
X Chy
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