Salon and Outdoor Visit Update

The pressure is building for nursing homes and assisted living to be able to provide salon services in thier settings and host outdoor visits with residents and families.

We view both of these issues as respect and dignity for those we serve, and see the value of connection and welll-being that comes with seeing families and loved ones again. But we also know that any lessening of visitor restrictions must be accompanied by infection control measures that prevent the transmission of the virus in a setting and to its residents and staff. 

Please know we continue to share your questions and concerns with the Minnesota Department of Heatlh (MDH) as we work with them on guidance in these two areas. We participated in a meeting wtih MDH this week and those discussions will continue in the days ahead.

While MDH has not yet changed its directive on visitor restrictions, we are strongly advocating for an adaptation that would safely accommodate salon services and socially-distanced outdoor visits. 

If you have questions, concerns or ideas on guidance, contact Kari Everson at keverson@leadingagemn.org.

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