Dear Guerin Woods Families & Friends:
There have been several outbreaks of scabies in the local community, and just last evening we confirmed one case on the Guerin Woods campus. We are implementing various control measures, including heightened surveillance of staff and elders for early detection and reinforcing proper use of infection control measures. Please know that at this point in time we are not aware of any elders who have either contracted or are showing symptoms of scabies.
For those who are not familiar with scabies, it is an skin condition caused by a tiny burrowing mite (Sarcoptes scabiei). It causes itching and the urge to scratch, particularly at night. Scabies is contagious and can spread quickly through close physical contact. Please be alert to any such symptoms and DO NOT VISIT YOUR ELDER IF THERE IS ANY POSSIBILITY YOU HAVE SCABIES. The good news is that scabies can be readily treated, typically with medications applied to your skin. If you have any symptoms, please consult your physician.
Again, for those of you who are visiting campus, please be alert to any possibility of exposure you may have had, continue your ongoing diligence regarding infection control (handwashing, etc.), and refrain from visiting until cleared by a physician if there is any possibility you have or have been exposed to scabies.
Please let us know if you have any questions.
Susan Gernert
President & CEO
“People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. People will never forget how you made them feel.” -Maya Angelou
Providence Self Sufficiency Ministries, Inc.
Guerin, Inc.
The Meadows of Guerin, Inc.
502-830-4336 (cell)
8037 Unruh Drive
Georgetown, Indiana 47122
guerininc.org
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