Meaningful connections mean everything. That’s why we are excited to share our plans to accommodate outdoor visits between our residents, tenants and the ones they love.
During this initial phase of re-connection, the health and safety of our residents, tenants and team remain Bethesda’s top priorities. For that reason, we must take the appropriate time to prepare our systems of care to properly implement the Minnesota Department of Health Outdoor Visitation Guidelines.
Bethesda will begin facilitating outdoor visits for residents and tenants in all residential settings. Each location will have a unique visit policy, and we request that you please carefully read the “Outdoor Visit Process” for your loved one’s area, listed below.
It is vital that we all work together to carefully balance the need to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission within our settings while we work to joyfully reconnect with loved ones. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we begin this welcomed journey.
We are grateful for the opportunity to feel the energy and joy this new phase will bring to our entire organization. Your compliance with the following processes will ensure a positive experience for all involved.
Initial Outdoor Visit Process by Location:
Please note that this will be an on-going and developing process. Visits began June 23 at Bethesda Grand, and June 25 for all other Bethesda locations.
Please review the MDH Guidance on Outdoor Visitation prior to scheduling your appointment.
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BETHESDA GRAND
Arranging a visit
- Family/friends of residents must reserve a 20-minute visitation appointment by calling (320) 214-5638 or by emailing [email protected]
- Appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance, but 48 hours is preferred
- Visits will be arranged seven days per week from the hours of 1 to 5 p.m. during this initial phase, weather permitting. Visitation hours will be expanded in the future.
- To ensure time for all those requesting visits, our initial visits will be limited to one (1) visit per resident, per week. This will be re-evaluated as quickly and safely possible.
- Visits are limited to three (3) guests per visit.
- Last-minute requests for visits not following this policy will be reviewed on an individualized basis by the recreation director and administration.
- Please know that we will also continue to help you connect with your loved one through alternative means such as telephone or Bethesda E-Connect video chats, email or social media.
Arriving for your visit
- All Bethesda Grand visits will be held in the front of the Bethesda main entrance. Please park in the main parking lot of Bethesda located at 901 Willmar Ave. SE, Willmar
- All visitors will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms upon arrival.
- It is important that if you, or anyone in your household, have or are currently experiencing any of the symptoms listed on the attached sheet, that you please call to reschedule your appointment.
- All visitors must wear a mask, please bring your own and put on before entering the screening area.
During your visit
- All visits must remain 6 feet apart. Chairs will be arranged for you and sanitized properly between visits. Seating must remain at its marked location throughout the duration of the visit.
- The Minnesota Department of Health does not allow for touching of any kind during visits. As hard as it is to request, please do not hug, hold hands, kiss or partake in any physical contact for the safety of your loved one.
- Items cannot be exchanged between visitor(s) and resident during visits. If you choose to bring an item for your loved one, please notify staff and they will assist in the “item isolation” process prior to the item being delivered to your loved one.
SUNRISE VILLAGE ASSISTED LIVING
Arranging a visit
- Family/friends of residents must reserve a visitation appointment with Life Enhancement Coordinator Donna Schueler by emailing [email protected] or by calling the Sunrise Village housing manager at 320-235-1602.
- Appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance, but 48 hours is preferred
- Visits will be arranged for Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays during the hours of 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., and 1:30 to 3 p.m. during this initial phase, weather permitting. Visitation hours will be expanded in the future.
- Last-minute requests for visits not following this policy will be reviewed and accommodated on an individualized basis.
- Please know that we will also continue to help you connect with your loved one through alternative means such as telephone or Bethesda E-Connect video chats, email or social media.
Arriving for your visit
- All visits will be held in the gazebo area located in-front of Sunrise Village Assisted Living. Please park outside the assisted living building at 1125 Ninth St. SE, Willmar
- All visitors will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms upon arrival.
- It is important that if you, or anyone in your household, have or are currently experiencing any of the symptoms listed on the attached sheet, that you please call to reschedule your appointment.
- All visitors must wear a mask, please bring your own and put on before entering the screening area.
During your visit
- All visits must remain 6 feet apart. Chairs will be arranged for you and sanitized properly between visits. Seating must remain at its marked location throughout the duration of the visit.
- The Minnesota Department of Health does not allow for touching of any kind during visits. As hard as it is to request, please do not hug, hold hands, kiss or partake in any physical contact for the safety of your loved one.
- Items cannot be exchanged between visitor(s) and resident during visits. If you choose to bring an item for your loved one, please notify staff and they will assist in the “item isolation” process prior to the item being delivered to your loved one.
SUNRISE VILLAGE INDEPENDENT LIVING
Arranging a visit
- Family/friends of tenants must reserve a visitation appointment with Life Enhancement Coordinator Donna Schueler by emailing [email protected] or by calling the Sunrise Village housing manager at 320-235-1602.
- Appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance, but 48 hours is preferred
- Visits will be arranged from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and again from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays; and from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Fridays, during this initial phase, weather permitting. Visitation hours will be expanded in the future.
- Last-minute requests for visits not following this policy will be reviewed and accommodated on an individualized basis.
- Please know that we will also continue to help you connect with your loved one through alternative means such as telephone or Bethesda E-Connect video chats, email or social media.
Arriving for your visit
- All visits will be held in the patio area located adjacent to the dining room. Please park outside the Sunrise Village Independent Living building at 1015 Willmar Ave. SE, Willmar
- All visitors will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms upon arrival.
- It is important that if you, or anyone in your household, have or are currently experiencing any of the symptoms listed on the attached sheet, that you please call to reschedule your appointment.
- All visitors must wear a mask, please bring your own and put on before entering the screening area.
During your visit
- All visits must remain 6 feet apart. Chairs will be arranged for you and sanitized properly between visits. Seating must remain at its marked location throughout the duration of the visit.
- The Minnesota Department of Health does not allow for touching of any kind during visits. As hard as it is to request, please do not hug, hold hands, kiss or partake in any physical contact for the safety of your loved one.
- All visits will be provided privacy, but a staff member will remain nearby to assist in resident needs and sanitation.
- Items cannot be exchanged between visitor(s) and tenant during visits according to MDH guidelines.
CENTENNIAL SQUARE
Arranging a visit
- Family/friends of tenants must reserve a visitation appointment with Life Enhancement Coordinator Donna Schueler by emailing [email protected] or by calling Centennial Square Housing Manager Pam Freese at 320-235-3260
- Appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance, but 48 hours is preferred
- Visits will be arranged Thursday through Sunday, from 2 to 6 p.m. during this initial phase, weather permitting. Visitation hours will be expanded in the future.
- Last-minute requests for visits not following this policy will be reviewed and accommodated on an individualized basis.
- Please know that we will also continue to help you connect with your loved one through alternative means such as telephone or Bethesda E-Connect video chats, email or social media.
Arriving for your visit
- All visits will be held in the front of the building. Please park in the regularly reserved visitor parking outside Centennial Square 1109 Ninth St. SE, Willmar.
- All visitors will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms upon arrival.
- It is important that if you, or anyone in your household, have or are currently experiencing any of the symptoms listed on the attached sheet, that you please call to reschedule your appointment.
- All visitors must wear a mask, please bring your own and put on before entering the screening area.
During your visit
- All visits must remain 6 feet apart. Chairs will be arranged for you and sanitized properly between visits. Seating must remain at its marked location throughout the duration of the visit.
- The Minnesota Department of Health does not allow for touching of any kind during visits. As hard as it is to request, please do not hug, hold hands, kiss or partake in any physical contact for the safety of your loved one.
- Items cannot be exchanged between visitor(s) and tenant during visits according to MDH guidelines.
PARK VIEW VILLAGE
Arranging a visit
- Family/friends of residents must reserve a visitation appointment with Community Coordinator Bhreanna Heimer by emailing [email protected] or by calling 320-523-1743.
- Appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance, but 48 hours is preferred
- Visits will be arranged Monday through Friday from 9 to 11 a.m., and 1 to 3 p.m. during this initial phase, weather permitting. Visitation hours will be expanded in the future.
- Last-minute requests for visits not following this policy will be reviewed and accommodated on an individualized basis.
- Please know that we will also continue to help you connect with your loved one through alternative means such as telephone or Bethesda E-Connect video chats, email or social media.
Arriving for your visit
- All Park View Village outdoor visits will be held in the front of the Park View Village building located at 1204 West Park Ave., Olivia.
- All visitors will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms upon arrival.
- It is important that if you, or anyone in your household, have or are currently experiencing any of the symptoms listed on the attached sheet, that you please call to reschedule your appointment.
- All visitors must wear a mask, please bring your own and put on before entering the screening area.
During your visit
- All visits must remain 6 feet apart. Chairs will be arranged for you and sanitized properly between visits. Seating must remain at its marked location throughout the duration of the visit.
- The Minnesota Department of Health does not allow for touching of any kind during visits. As hard as it is to request, please do not hug, hold hands, kiss or partake in any physical contact for the safety of your loved one.
- Items cannot be exchanged between visitor(s) and resident during visits. If you choose to bring an item for your loved one, please notify staff and they will assist in the “item isolation” process prior to the item being delivered to your loved one.
FAIRVIEW PLACE
Arranging a visit
- Family/friends of tenants must reserve a visitation appointment by calling Fairview Place at 320-523-1836 or by emailing Housing Manager Megan Pankow at [email protected].
- Appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance, but 48 hours is preferred
- Please know that we will also continue to help you connect with your loved one through alternative means such as telephone or Bethesda E-Connect video chats, email or social media.
Arriving for your visit
- All Fairview Place visits will be held in the front of the building. Please park in the provided visitor parking.
- All visitors will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms upon arrival.
- It is important that if you, or anyone in your household, have or are currently experiencing any of the symptoms listed on the attached sheet, that you please call to reschedule your appointment.
- All visitors must wear a mask, please bring your own and put on before entering the screening area.
During your visit
- All visits must remain 6 feet apart. Chairs will be arranged for you and sanitized properly between visits. Seating must remain at its marked location throughout the duration of the visit.
- The Minnesota Department of Health does not allow for touching of any kind during visits. As hard as it is to request, please do not hug, hold hands, kiss or partake in any physical contact for the safety of your loved one.
- Items cannot be exchanged between visitor(s) and tenant during visits according to MDH guidelines.