By Joel Magalnick, Editor, JTNews
Due to the increased occurrence and severity of local cases of the H1N1 swine flu virus, the Kline Galland Home nursing home and the Summit at First Hill assisted living facility are taking precautions by limiting visitors and volunteer activity to protect their most vulnerable residents.
Both homes are asking that non-essential visits be as limited as possible. In addition, volunteer activities are being curtailed until they receive notification that the precautions are no longer necessary.
In addition, college students and children under 18 are being discouraged from visiting the two facilities. Washington State University has experienced a large outbreak of swine flu in the past month.
Anyone with cold or flu-like symptoms, or people who live with someone experiencing these types of symptoms, are being asked to stay away from both facilities as well.
You may call Kline Galland administrator Min An at 206-725-8800 or Summit administrator Esther Friend at 206-652-4444 with questions regarding these precautions.