Odon nursing center announces 7 cases of COVID-19

The Ketcham Memorial Center announced several staff members and residents at the facility had tested positive for COVID-19.

Kathy Wittmer, administrator of the facility, announced the following on the organization’s Facebook page.

“While we strive for transparency in everything we do, please know that we are bound by federal guidelines under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) which protect the privacy of our residents and staff, who may not want their conditions known. Our medical directors follow all established federal laws We notify families of any change in the medical conditions of loved ones. Our residents are our priority.”

“As of today (Saturday, April 11), cases of Covid-19, the illness resulting from the novel coronavirus, has been diagnosed in 2 residents and 5 staff members of Ketcham Memorial.”

“The residents and employees are in quarantine. We have notified public health officials as required and are following procedures recommended by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. We are taking every step as recommended by authorities to contain the spread.”

“Developments are changing day by day, minute by minute. Our focus remains on the health and well-being of everyone at Ketcham Memorial. We must also recognize our team for the concern and commitment they have shown to our residents during this challenging time. Our mission has never been more meaningful.”

“Thank you all for your support. We will provide updates regularly.”