Nursing Homes

Action for Older Persons new Executive Director, Robbie Smolinsky, is the guest on the weekly, local public affairs program, Southern Tier Close Up.

Restrictions on visitation at long-term care facilities like nursing homes in New York State are relaxing somewhat.

Broome County Executive Jason Garnar says the majority of positive test results for the coronavirus is in healthcare workers.

New York hospitals and group homes can allow visitors at their discretion starting Friday, June 19.

Pennsylvania Health Department Officials reported May 4 that 825 additional people tested positive for the coronavirus, bringing the total to 50,092.

Broome County officials April 29 were able to report no new deaths from the COVID-19 pandemic.

New York’s daily toll of coronavirus deaths is continuing to slowly drop while Broome, Tioga and Susquehanna Counties report more deaths.

AARP says asking the right questions is extremely important to the well-being of loved ones living in a long-term care facility during the coronavirus pandemic.

Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed legislation identifying and developing training standards for therapy dogs, handlers and facilities.

One local family will be visiting local nursing homes on Christmas, handing out cheerful greetings and they're looking for people to donate greeting cards.