BELMONT — Holy Angels in Belmont reported one positive COVID-19 case among its staff and one resident case this month. A positive case involving a staff member was reported July 1. The staff member was later isolated at home and will return to Holy Angels only after testing negative for the virus twice, according to Sister Nancy Nance, Holy Angels’ vice president of community relations.
Everyone associated with the home where the staff member works was also tested, resulting in the discovery of the resident who tested positive. That resident has since been placed in an isolated care setting, and has shown no symptoms.
With active community spread of COVID-19, and some 350 staff members responsible for approximately 80 residents, Holy Angels has been aggressive in implementing infection control procedures. Holy Angels has restricted all visits to its facility, requires all staff to wear masks and gloves, and has isolation and testing procedures in place for residents and staff. They are now also pairing KN95 masks with common surgical masks for an added layer of protection, Sister Nancy said.
“We thank everyone for their continued prayers and support for Holy Angels,” she said.
— Catholic News Herald. The Gazette contributed.