Morningside Ministries' Response to COVID-19: July 1, 2020 Update

On Sunday, June 28, 2020, a Morningside staff member in the Assisted Living facility at our Meadows San Antonio campus tested positive for COVID-19. Residents, family members, and staff were immediately contacted regarding the positive case. Our isolation procedures have been implemented in accordance with local and state health official guidelines, and the staff member is self-isolating at home. Upon the presumptive exposure by this employee, we immediately put into action our pre-planned, enhanced COVID-19 safety, infection control, and cleaning protocols. We have begun coordinating COVID-19 testing with our local and state health agencies for our Meadows Assisted Living residents and staff.

Morningside has been diligent and has taken precautions to help our communities minimize the risk of exposure to the virus by restricting gatherings such as communal dining and all group activities where residents are not able to physically-distance. In addition, we have restricted visitors and continue to monitor essential caregivers who might visit our communities. Our team continues to be proactive in mitigating the risk of further exposure, and all those in Assisted Living at The Meadows are practicing heightened infection control measures. Staff members are wearing approved COVID-19 personal protective equipment. Residents are being asked to wear face masks whenever they are outside of their personal living quarters. Staff and residents alike are being encouraged to wash their hands, use hand sanitizer frequently, and avoid touching their face. We are continuing to assess residents and conducting temperature checks when necessary. Before their shift, staff members have their temperatures checked and complete a full COVID-19 screening. Please rest assured that we are taking all necessary precautions, going above and beyond, and will continue to vigilantly enforce these best-practice processes as we await the test results.

We understand that you have concerns about COVID-19 and the current situation in our community. Please know that we remain committed to being open and transparent, while respecting the privacy of those involved as we deal with this unprecedented situation. We will continue to provide you with periodic updates with as much information as we can on our efforts to combat COVID-19.

Thank you for your patience, continued support, and prayers while we cautiously navigate through this constantly evolving and challenging situation. Should you have any questions, please contact your respective Executive Director or Administrator.

Sincerely,

Patrick Crump

President and CEO

Why our residents love us

My parents moved into their Meadows independent living (atrium) apartment almost 2 years ago, from another city. Their (and our) experience here has exceeded our highest hopes. From the compassionate, friendly, helpful staff to the delicious meals, activities, their apartment, amenities, and welcoming residents, we could not have imagined or found a better place for them to be for this season of life! We 5 "kids" are so thankful that they are happy, safe, comfortable, busy, and have made wonderful new friends, both residents and staff. Thank you, MM! It's definitely worth checking out for YOUR parents, too. (Or yourself!)

I learned about Morningside Ministries at Menger Springs when two of my neighbors moved there. Another friend and I frequently drove from our home in Kerrville to visit and play bridge with them. I don't think we ever left that one of us didn't say " I'd like to live here someday." When I realized that "someday" was fast approaching I started visiting retirement communities in several places, including my former home in Colorado where I still had close friends. None of them were as attractive physically as Morningside and none offered as much in the way of programs and services. I chose Morningside for three basic reasons: security, convenience and the sense of a caring community. I have the security of knowing that I will always be cared for, the convenience of having all my needs met in one place and the joy of living in a community where everyone, residents and staff, are considered as family.

My wife and I have been residents in the Independent Living Menger House Apartments at Morningside Ministries at Menger Springs for four years. We chose Menger Springs because of its Hill Country location, excellent and beautiful facilities along with their commitment to personal care and to truly care for those who have cared for so many others by a Not For Profit Christian Corporation. We knew that regardless of what challenges or changes we might meet in the days and years ahead, Menger Springs would be able to provide the care for us. My wife feels so secure here and has the option of participating in so many activities, pursue individual endeavors or to feel free to remain in our apartment. We are so pleased to be residents at Morningside Ministries Menger Springs in beautiful Boerne! I highly recommend it!

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