Norwich Rehab 1 Cutline - Physical Therapist Allyza Kim Silverio Das is dawned in personal protection equipment while aiding resident Audrey Reilly (Submitted Photo)

NORWICH – The Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center said they’ve had success in keeping their residents and staff healthy and safe during the coronavirus pandemic.

Norwich Rehab Administrator Edith Revoir attributes this to the facilities foresight to be prepared.

“We had been watching the spread of the coronavirus for months before it came to the states,” said Revoir. “We had already started preparing then, making sure we were fully stocked with personal protection equipment.”

As COVID-19 reached New York, Norwich Rehab immediately responded with the implementation of strict protocols to keep the virus outside the buildings walls.

“We shut down in person visitation early on and started doing window visits and Skype calls,” said Revoir.

The facility also implemented a rigorous screening process for staff and residents entering the building. According to Revoir, to enter the building you must first answer an extensive questionnaire about any symptoms and social interactions while outside the building.