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Hamilton Long Term Care Facilities Hold Social Distancing Parades For Residents, Family Members

Wood Dale, Regency Park and Ridgewood Manor (Health and Rehabilitation facilities for Hamilton Long Term Care) recently hosted parades for residents and family members. Visitation has been restricted since early March to protect residents from COVID-19.
Quinton Memorial was the first one to hold a parade in early May.
Members of the care plan team had been working on creative strategies to allow family members and residents to see each other, and the social distancing parade idea was developed.
Wood Dale residents Sara Lusk, Yvonne Hawkins, Elizabeth Hughes, and Peggy Stinson all said they enjoyed the parade and appreciated it. Stinson said she even danced.

parades at Wood Dale, Regency and Ridgewood

“It was just wonderful,” said Lusk. “Everything was so organized. I even heard the birds singing as I was getting ready for the celebration to begin, and then I saw my son and his wife and the banner they made. I started to cry. I was so happy.”

Ken Lusk, son of Sara Lusk attended. “I really appreciate the effort that was put into the parade, including how the residents were kept safe and separated,” he said. “That 25 seconds of joy, passing in front of my mom really meant a lot – job well done.”

Staff members helped residents make posters to hold up as their family members drove by at a safe distance. Residents lined up outside the facility while following social distancing guidelines.
Regency Park resident Bettie Lane said the parade was her favorite activity since she’s been there. Kenneth Montieth, husband of resident Virginia Montieth said the parade was wonderful for him and his wife.
“I could see the smiles even with masks on,” said Fostene Wimpy, daughter of Regency resident Geneva Walker. “Their faces were lit up.”
Ridgewood Manor resident Nola Bramlett said she was happy to see her girls. “The parade was so much fun,” she said. Her daughters said they felt blessed to be able to see their mother.
Many residents and family members said they were ready to have another parade soon.

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Quinton Memorial Holds Social Distancing Parade for Residents, Family Members

Quinton Memorial Health and Rehabilitation hosted a parade for residents and family membersQuinton Memorial Health and Rehabilitation hosted a parade for residents and family members on May 1. Visitation has been restricted since early March to protect residents from COVID-19.

Members of the care plan team had been working on creative strategies to allow family members and residents to see each other, and the social distancing parade idea was developed.

“When I got the call from Quinton, I was overjoyed,” said Eileen Stone, daughter of Veronica OMahoney, a Quinton resident. “I haven’t been able to see my mom since early March. I just think it was the best idea ever.”

Since the visitation restrictions began, Stone said she and her mom have been writing letters back and forth every week.

According to Stone, her mom was obviously excited about the parade. “She (OMahoney) had the biggest smile on her face and was holding out her hands to us,” Stone said. “It was heartwarming to see all the smiling faces. It was the best!”

Stone said she is very thankful for the Quinton staff members. “They’re the most caring group of caregivers. I appreciate them more than they know,” she said.

Staff members helped residents make posters to hold up as their family members drove by at a safe distance. Residents lined up outside the facility while following social distancing rules.

Quinton Memorial Health and Rehabilitation hosted a parade for residents and family membersQuinton Memorial Health and Rehabilitation hosted a parade for residents and family members

More than 50 vehicles, including a Dalton Fire Department fire truck and Hamilton Emergency Medical Services ambulance, were part of the parade. Most vehicles included multiple family members, and some included pets.

“I loved the parade,” said Marie Dann, a Quinton resident since 2011. “It was good to see my two sons even if I couldn’t touch them. I wouldn’t change a thing. Everyone was having a good time and the staff were wonderful.  Let’s do it again!”

 

All of the Hamilton Long Term Care facilities are planning family parades. Quinton Memorial was the first one scheduled.

Quinton Memorial Health and Rehabilitation hosted a parade for residents and family members Quinton Memorial Health and Rehabilitation hosted a parade for residents and family members

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Hamilton Physician Group Adds Telehealth Options

Megan Brown, MD, provider at Hamilton Physician Group – Catoosa Campus, demonstrates a telehealth visitHamilton Physician Group (HPG) recently began offering simple and secure telehealth visits through Doxy.me for established patients and new patients on a limited basis, allowing for increased safety and convenience. Video and phone visits are available.

Some of the common conditions that can be treated through telehealth visits include: cough, cold, allergies, rashes, mild injuries, stomach virus or COVID-19 concerns. For medical emergencies, like chest pain, shortness of breath or severe pain, please call 911.

Holly Andrews
Holly Andrews

“We’re glad to be able to offer this service to our patients, especially during this difficult time,” said Holly Andrews, director of business administration for HPG.

Patients can easily start a telehealth visit with a mobile device or standard computer by going to the website provided by the practice. No specialized hardware or software are necessary. Secure data transmission and patient privacy is a top priority. Doxy.me utilizes state-of-the-art security and encryption protocols.

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You can join Hamilton via telehealth through your phone, tablet, or computer

 

Telehealth visits are generally covered by insurance. An insurance card will be necessary to enter insurance information for billing. A self-pay option is available as well. Payments can be made through the portal or by phone.

 

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If a patient has a blood pressure cuff, thermometer and/or a scale, it is helpful for a telehealth visit but not required.

 

To schedule an appointment, patients would call the respective office. A representative would walk the patient through the process.

“Our patients have told us how much they appreciate this alternative to coming into the office for certain visits,” said Andrews. “It is convenient and allows patients to receive healthcare from the safety of their own home.”

 

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