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August 5, 2021 COVID Update We are continuing to watch the uptick in COVID cases nationally and locally, as well as monitor the guidance from the CDC and state and…

After careful consideration and a continued monitoring of the science, Kendal at Ithaca will be requiring all staff, contracted staff, volunteers and new residents to be fully vaccinated against COVID19…

Late this morning, we were notified that an employee who works in Taughannock House has tested positive for COVID-19. Effective immediately, all visitation for Taughannock House (Cayuga/Owasco/Seneca neighborhoods) is suspended…

This past week, we have been saying Thank You to the Kendal at Ithaca staff in creative and fun ways. Monday started off with an 80’s theme – Best 80’s…

Kendal at Ithaca Current Guidelines for Visitors All visitors, regardless of vaccination status, are welcome to visit residents in their homes. In the Health Center, all visitors must wear a…

At the time of this update, all staff members tested today have been negative. Provided there are no new positive tests the remainder of the evening, visitation may resume tomorrow…

Unfortunate news to report today. Late this afternoon, an employee of the Health Center tested positive for COVID-19. All residents were rapid tested and are negative. The employee who tested…

Yesterday, we were notified that a staff member had a positive COVID test result.  The employee was (and remains) asymptomatic and fully vaccinated. There was an irregularity with the test,…

Yesterday, in concert with many other business and facilities, Kendal at Ithaca embraced the new guidance about mask wearing. Throughout campus, with the exception of the Health Center which continues…