By Amy Schultz, Gracewell Administrator
Each fall, cases of COVID-19 and influenza tend to rise. Protecting yourself and your loved ones is important, and staying up to date on vaccinations is one of the best ways to do that.
- COVID-19 Vaccine: Protection decreases over time. If you are 65 years or older, the CDC recommends a second dose of the 2024–2025 Moderna, Novavax, or Pfizer vaccine 6 months after your previous dose (minimum interval: 2 months).
- Influenza Vaccine: The CDC recommends that all adults receive a flu shot each year, ideally by the end of October. The vaccine has been shown to lessen the severity of illness and lower hospitalization rates.
For more details on adult vaccines, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines-adults. If you have questions, be sure to talk with your Primary Care Provider.
Visitor Reminders at Gracewell
To keep residents safe:
- Please defer your visit if you have tested positive for COVID within the last 10 days, have had close contact with someone who is positive, or are experiencing respiratory symptoms.
- Instructions on masking and visitation are posted at the front entrance.
- If you’re unsure about visiting, call us at 712-263-3114 and ask for Lynette, Doreen, or Amy.
Thank you for helping us protect the health of the Eventide Senior Living Community!
