COVID-19 Update - Positive test reported October 10, 2020

October 10, 2020

Dear Residents, Staff, Families, and Board Members,

We have known that it was likely COVID 19 would find its way to our community at some point.  Late this morning, Kendal at Ithaca was notified that a Dining Services employee tested positive for COVID-19.   Out of an abundance of caution, we will be closing the Café and Windows Dining Room and will be going to full meal delivery for the next several days.  Our investigation has determined that the employee had no contact with any Health Center residents. We consider the potential for transmission to be relatively low risk for any staff or residents that had contact with this employee. We have contacted the Department of Health and are awaiting further guidance on how to proceed.  

Please be assured we will communicate proactively and transparently.  Thank you for your continued diligence and understanding as we navigate our way through this challenging time.  The safety of everyone who lives and works at Kendal at Ithaca is our highest priority.

Laurie Mante                                               Michael Youmans

Executive Director                         Health Services Administrator