Morningside Ministries' Response to COVID-19: July 8, 2020 Update

Since our last weekly COVID-19 update, we have had two additional staff members test positive for COVID-19, one Menger Springs employee and another employee from our Meadows community. Residents and their family members were immediately notified and we have had further communication with those who may have been exposed to the virus. Our isolation procedures have been implemented in accordance with local and state health official guidelines, and the staff members are self-isolating and resting 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.

The results of last week’s COVID-19 testing of our Assisted Living residents at The Meadows community have thankfully come back negative, meaning that at this time, none of our Assisted Living residents at The Meadows community are symptomatic or testing positive for COVID-19. We are currently waiting on the test results for residents from our Menger Springs Assisted Living facility, as well as results for our Assisted Living staff at both of our communities. We will provide updates to residents and families as we know more and will continue to post updates every week.

We understand that you have concerns about COVID-19 and the current situation in our communities. 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. 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 & 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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