Our coronavirus response

*Updated* Thursday, September 15, 2022

Health Center Residents & POAs:

Our commitment remains to protect and promote the health of our residents. Starting this fall, we will once again be offering the flu vaccine and the pneumonia vaccine for our Health Center residents. This year, we will also be offering the new Bivalent COVID-19 Booster for our residents.

In order for our Health Center residents to receive these vaccines, the resident’s POA will need to sign and return a consent form. The POA’s will be receiving the consent form in the mail.

We highly recommend our residents have these vaccinations in order to help protect their health and stay up-to-date per CDC guidance. For further information about each vaccine, please see the links below.

If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Gould, AQ at (309) 366-4122.

Influenza Vaccine Information

Pneumonia Vaccine Information

COVID Bivalent Booster Information

*Updated* Thursday, May 26, 2022

Residents, Family, and Friends of Snyder Village:

Health Center:

Please note that the Visitor Guidance for the Health Center has recently been updated. We have expanded our visiting hours in the Health Center from 8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m every day. If you come to visit your loved one outside of this time frame, please call (309) 366-4194.

Please continue to use the front doors of the Health Center. Upon entering, visitors to the Health Center will now self-screen using the Accushield machine located in the front lobby. Instructions on using the Accushield machine will be made available to you upon entering the Health Center.

All visitors must be screened before entering and must wear a dated Accushield name tag and mask throughout the entire visit. Prevention methods will still be required, including sanitizing hands at the start of the visit, wearing a mask covering the nose and mouth, and maintaining social distancing. Surgical masks will still be available.

We look forward to your visits to our facility and appreciate your cooperation in helping us keep our residents and staff safe.

To view the Health Center Visitation Fact Sheet, click here.

To view the Core Principles of COVID-19 Prevention and the Risks of Visiting, click here.

Assisted Living:

Visitation guidance for Assisted Living remains unchanged. Please see the previous update for information.

*Updated* Tuesday, March 1, 2022

Residents, Family, and Friends of Snyder Village:

On February 28, the Governor lifted the mask mandate for public indoor spaces in Illinois. Please keep in mind that this change applies for the general community, but not to facilities like Snyder Village. Long-term care facilities have separate guidelines from the Illinois Department of Public Health that must be followed. Visitors to our Health Center and Assisted Living will still be required to wear a face mask at all times while in the building, even in resident apartments/rooms.

Additionally, please note that regulations regarding length of isolation after testing positive for COVID-19 differ for visitors to our facility. Visitors must follow the quarantine and isolation guidance for long-term care facilities; the shortened CDC time periods for the general public do not apply. This means that a visitor must be in isolation for 10 full days after a positive test, or quarantine for 14 days after close contact with a COVID-19 positive individual, regardless of vaccination status, before returning to our facilities.

Please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 with any questions. Thank you.

Please see specific information for visitors to Assisted Living and the Health Center below:

Assisted Living:
Visiting hours are from 6 a.m. – 7 p.m., daily at Assisted Living and do not need to be scheduled ahead of time. The facility’s front door will be locked outside of this time frame. If you come to visit your loved one before 6 a.m. or after 7 p.m., please call (309) 367-2500 or push the blue button to the left side of the vestibule door for assistance.

All visitors will be required to self-screen using the Accushield machine upon entering the building. Visitors must also sign out through the Accushield machine at the end of the visit before exiting the building.

If you are picking your loved one up to take him/her to an appointment or out into the community, please screen yourself through the Accushield machine when you arrive and sign back out through the Accushield machine upon returning. Always be sure to let a nurse or caregiver know when you are taking your loved one out and ask them to package up any medication that may be needed while he/she is out of the building.

Face masks must be worn at all times while you are in the building, even in resident apartments. If you choose to eat a meal with your loved one, please make sure there is at least 6-feet of distance between all visitors and the resident. Please do not enter our dining areas or our activity areas during your visits. We do ask that you refrain from visiting with any residents other than your loved one unless you are able to maintain 6-feet of distance. We appreciate your cooperation.

All visitors are encouraged be vaccinated and to get tested 2-3 days prior to coming to the facility.

To view the Core Principles of COVID-19 Prevention and the Risks of Visiting, click here.

To view the Assisted Living Visitation Guidance, click here. To view the Assisted Living Outing Guidance, click here.

Health Center:
The recommended visiting hours in the Health Center are from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily. Visiting is not encouraged during mealtimes, which are 11:30-12:30 and 4:30-5:30. Visitors should use the Front Entrance of the Health Center.

If visiting after the recommended visiting hours of 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., please use the Therapy Entrance and call ext. 191.

All visitors will be screened before entering and must wear masks throughout the entire visit.

Prevention methods will still be required, including sanitizing hands at the start of the visit, wearing a mask covering the nose and mouth, and maintaining social distancing. If an N95 mask is preferred, visitors must supply their own, as N95 masks will no longer be provided. Surgical masks will still be available.

All visitors are encouraged be vaccinated and to get tested 2-3 days prior to coming to the facility.

To view the updated Health Center Visitation Guidance, please click here. To view the Core Principles of COVID-19 Prevention and the Risks of Visiting, click here.

*Updated* Wednesday, December 22, 2021

Residents, Family, and Friends of Snyder Village:

Assisted Living:
We would like to share an update to our visitation policy in Assisted Living. Visits no longer have to be scheduled at Assisted Living. Visiting hours are from 6 a.m. – 7 p.m., daily. The facility’s front door will be locked outside of this time frame. If you come to visit your loved one before 6 a.m. or after 7 p.m., please call (309) 367-2500 or push the blue button to the left side of the vestibule door for assistance.

All visitors are encouraged be vaccinated and to get tested 2-3 days prior to coming to the facility.

To view the Core Principles of COVID-19 Prevention and the Risks of Visiting, click here.

To view the Assisted Living Visitation Guidance, click here. To view the Assisted Living Outing Guidance, click here.

Health Center:
The visitation guidelines remain unchanged in the Health Center. The recommended visiting hours in the Health Center are from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily. Visiting is not encouraged during mealtimes, which are 11:30-12:30 and 4:30-5:30. Visitors should use the Front Entrance of the Health Center.

If visiting after the recommended visiting hours of 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., please use the Therapy Entrance and call ext. 191.

All visitors will be screened before entering and must wear masks throughout the entire visit. Until further notice, all visits must occur in the resident’s room.

All visitors are encouraged be vaccinated and to get tested 2-3 days prior to coming to the facility.

To view the updated Health Center Visitation Guidance, please click here. To view the Core Principles of COVID-19 Prevention and the Risks of Visiting, click here.

*Updated* Monday, November 15, 2021

Residents, Family, and Friends of Snyder Village:

Health Center:
We would like to share an update to our visitation policy in the Health Center. Beginning tomorrow, November 16, the recommended visiting hours will be from 9 AM-6 PM daily. Visiting is not encouraged during mealtimes, which are 11:30-12:30 and 4:30-5:30. Visitors should use the Front Entrance of the Health Center.

If visiting after the recommended visiting hours of 9 AM – 6 PM, please use the Therapy Entrance and call ext. 191.

All visitors will be screened before entering and must wear masks throughout the entire visit. Until further notice, all visits must occur in the resident’s room.

All visitors are encouraged be vaccinated and to get tested 2-3 days prior to coming to the facility.

To view the updated Health Center Visitation Guidance, please click here. To view the Core Principles of COVID-19 Prevention and the Risks of Visiting, click here.

Assisted Living:
Traditional & Memory Care Assisted Living residents can enjoy scheduled in-room visits, outings, and activity outings. Visits are being offered Monday-Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM. Weekend visits are offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 9 AM, 10 AM, 1 PM, 2 PM, and 6 PM. We ask that any resident leaving the building for an outing be returned by 7 PM.

Visits and outings must be scheduled in advance by calling (309) 367-4300 ext. 203 during normal business hours. Please schedule weekday visits at least 24 hours in advance. Weekend visits must be scheduled by 4 PM on Friday. Masks are required at all times when in the building, including in resident apartments.

To view the Assisted Living Visitation Guidance, please click here. The facility has the right to end a visit if guidelines are not adhered to.

We look forward to seeing you and appreciate your cooperation in helping us keep our residents and staff safe.

*Updated* Friday, November 5, 2021

Residents, Family, and Friends of Snyder Village:

Health Center:
We are pleased to offer an update to our visitation policy in the Health Center. Beginning next Monday, November 8, visitors to the Health Center will no longer be required to schedule appointments for visiting. Visiting hours will be from 9 AM until 6 PM daily. Visitors must exit the building by 7:30 PM. Visiting is not encouraged during mealtimes (11:30-12:30 and 4:30-5:30).

All visitors will need to enter the Health Center via the Front Entrance. Guests must be screened upon entering and will be required to wear the name badge given to them throughout the entire visit. Wearing of appropriate PPE, including a mask covering the nose and mouth, will be required.

Areas throughout the Health Center have been designated as visiting areas. You can also visit with your resident in their own room, but only if the roommate is not present. When first arriving for a visit, you will be given a map with the designated visiting areas highlighted, along with the visitation policy. You can also view the Visitation Policy here. Any visitor who fails to adhere to the visitation policy may be asked to leave and further visits may be prohibited. Thank you for your cooperation.

Compassionate care visits will continue to be scheduled through social services. For questions regarding visiting in the Health Center, please call 367-4300 ext. 100 during normal business hours.

Assisted Living:
Currently, the visitation policy in Assisted Living remains unchanged. Traditional & Memory Care Assisted Living residents can enjoy scheduled in-room visits, outings, and activity outings. Visits are being offered Monday-Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM. Weekend visits are offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 9 AM, 10 AM, 1 PM, and 6 PM. We ask that any resident leaving the building for an outing be returned by 7 PM.

Visits and outings must be scheduled in advance by calling (309) 367-4300 ext. 203 during normal business hours. Weekend visits and outings must be scheduled by 4 PM on Friday.

*Updated* Thursday, September 2, 2021

As of September 2, 2021, current visiting options include:

Health Center:
We are pleased to offer more visiting options in the Health Center once again. In-person visits in the sunroom, outdoor visits, in-room visits, phone calls, and video chats are all being offered. Visits are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM until 7 PM and on Sundays from 1 to 4 PM.

Please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 during normal business hours to schedule your visit. All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.

According to IDPH guidelines, in-person visits are subject to change. For the safety of our residents and staff, all visitors are expected to comply to the visitor policy. Any visitor who fails to adhere to the visitor policy may be asked to leave and further visits may be prohibited. We appreciate your patience and cooperation. You can view the policy here.

Assisted Living:
Traditional & Memory Care at Assisted Living residents can enjoy scheduled in-room visits, outings, and activity outings. Visits are being offered Monday-Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM. Weekend visits are offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 9 AM, 10 AM, 1 PM, and 6 PM. We ask that any resident leaving the building for an outing be returned by 7 PM.

Visits and outings must be scheduled in advance by calling (309) 367-4300 ext. 203 during normal business hours. Weekend visits and outings must be scheduled by 4 PM on Friday.

*Updated* Wednesday, August 25, 2021

All visiting options follow IDPH guidance and are subject to change. We appreciate your cooperation.

Health Center:
All group activities, outings, and visits – except for compassionate care visits – have been put on hold until further notice. Once these events and visits are able to occur again, we will notify you.

Assisted Living:
Visiting opportunities remain unchanged from yesterday’s update. To schedule a visit with an Assisted Living resident, please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 203 at least 24 hours in advance.

Thank you for your continued support and understanding. Please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 with any questions.

*Updated* Tuesday, August 24, 2021

Additional advancements have been made for visiting options in Assisted Living. As of August 23, 2021, current visiting options include:

Visits and outings must be scheduled in advance by calling (309) 367-4300 ext. 203 during normal business hours. Weekend visits and outings must be scheduled by 4 PM on Friday.

Health Center:
Visiting options in the Health Center remain the same. In-person visits in the sunroom, outdoor visits, in-room visits, phone calls, and video chats are all being offered. Visits are available Monday -Friday from 8:30 AM – 7 PM and on Sundays from 1 – 4 PM.

Please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 during normal business hours to schedule your visit. All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. All visitors must agree to comply to the visitor policy. You can view the policy here.

According to IDPH guidelines, in-person visits are subject to change. Thank you for your cooperation!

*Updated* Friday, August 13, 2021

We are pleased to further advance our visiting options in the Health Center and Assisted Living. As of August 13, 2021, current visiting options include:

Health Center:
In-person visits in the sunroom, outdoor visits, in-room visits, phone calls, and video chats are all being offered. Visits are available Monday -Friday from 8:30 AM – 7 PM and on Sundays from 1 – 4 PM.

Please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 during normal business hours to schedule your visit. All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.

All visitors must agree to comply to the visitor policy. You can view the policy here.

Assisted Living:
Our Memory Care continues to offer the same visiting options that were already available. Now, the traditional side of Assisted Living may schedule outdoor visits with residents. These visits are being offered from Monday through Friday from 8 AM – 5 PM, and also at 9 and 10 AM and 1 and 6 PM on Saturdays and Sundays.

Visits will take place outside in the northwest corner of the building and the south-central area of the building. When scheduling your visit, you will be informed which area your visit will be located. Please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 203 during normal business hours to schedule your visit. Weekend visits must be scheduled by 4 pm on Friday.

*Updated* Monday, August 2, 2021

We’d like to give you an update on all the ways you can visit and connect with your resident at the Health Center. All visiting options follow IDPH guidance and are subject to change. We appreciate your cooperation.

Current visiting options at the Health Center include the following (as of 8/2/21):

Socially-distanced visits in the sunroom, outside visits, phone calls, and video chats:

Offered:
Mon/Wed/Fri: 8:30 AM – 4 PM
Tues/Thurs: 8:30 AM – 7 PM
Sat: 3 PM – 7 PM
Sun: 1 PM – 4 PM

Limited to four persons, aged 5 years and older
Come to Front Entrance; Side door of sunroom for admittance
Must be scheduled in advance by calling (309) 367-4300 ext. 100.

In-Room Visits:

Offered:
Mon/Wed/Fri: 8:30 AM – 4 PM
Tues/Thurs: 8:30 AM – 7 PM
Sat: 3 PM – 7 PM
Sun: 1 PM – 4 PM

Limited to two persons, aged 16 years and older
Come to back Service Entrance for admittance
Must be scheduled in advance by calling (309) 367-4300 ext. 100.

Scheduled Outings for Residents:

Offered:
10 AM – 4 PM

Must be scheduled in advance through the resident’s Care Plan Coordinator.

For the safety of all residents and staff, visitors are asked to comply to the visitor policy guidelines. Any visitor who fails to adhere to the visitor policy may be asked to leave and further visits may be prohibited. Please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 with any questions or to schedule a visit. Thank you and have a great day.

*Updated* Monday, June 28, 2021

Residents, Family, and Friends of Snyder Village:

For the most up-to-date information on what type of visiting is allowed for your resident, please call the Health Center at (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 or Assisted Living at (309) 367-4300 ext. 203. Please be assured that we are striving to allow as many visits as possible while remaining in compliance with IDPH regulations. The types of visits that are allowed are dependent on IDPH guidelines, community positivity rate, and facility positivity status.

Currently in the Health Center, visiting options include indoor visits in the sunroom, outdoor visits, vestibule visits, video chats, and phone calls. All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. Please schedule each visit by calling (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 during normal business hours. In-person visits will be offered Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM until 4 PM. Outdoor and indoor visits are limited to four visitors at once and visitors must be age five and older. We ask that all children remain with their guardian at all times. No food or drink is allowed to be brought into the visits. All visitors should expect to be screened and to wear an appropriate mask.

Currently at Assisted Living, in-person visits, video chats, and phone calls are being offered. All visitors should expect to be screened and to wear an appropriate mask. In addition, any Assisted Living resident who is not in isolation or quarantine due to known or suspected COVID-19 infection or exposure may participate in an outing from the facility with family or friends. At this time, please limit outings for unvaccinated residents to only trips that are medically necessary. Visits and outings for Assisted Living residents must be scheduled in advance by calling (309) 367-4300 ext. 203. For the updated Assisted Living Visitation Guidance, click here.

Anyone visiting with a resident in-person must comply with the Snyder Village visitor policy, which follows IDPH guidelines. The visitor policy is in place for the safety of our guests, staff, and all our residents. Any visitor who fails to adhere to the visitor policy may be asked to leave and further visits may be prohibited. According to IDPH guidelines, these in-person visits are subject to change. We appreciate your patience and cooperation. Thank you.

*Updated* Friday, June 11, 2021

Today, Illinois moves into Phase 5 of the Governor’s Restore Illinois Plan. Nearly all restrictions on commerce establishments, including restaurants, are lifted. While these changes are exciting for the general public, please keep in mind that facilities like Snyder Village have their own guidelines from the Illinois Department of Public Health that must be followed. Our guidelines do not follow the same regulations that are issued as part of Phase 5. When IDPH updates the guidance for long-term care facilities like Snyder Village, we will notify you of any important changes. Guests visiting Snyder Village are still asked to follow the procedures that are established for our campus. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 with any questions.

*Updated* Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Residents, Family, and Friends of Snyder Village:

While the CDC and the state of IL have recently loosened restrictions and COVID-19 recommendations, please note that these changes are not intended for healthcare settings and do not apply to facilities like our Health Center and Assisted Living. We are still required to follow healthcare guidelines issued by IDPH. We will notify you when IDPH makes any changes to our COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines.

In an effort to prevent positive cases from occurring in our facilities, we are implementing further preventative measures, which include additional testing of anyone entering our facility (compassionate care visits, vendors, etc.).

Although the vaccine has helped alleviate some occurrences of the virus and has helped positive cases of coronavirus be less severe, we are learning that the vaccine does not stop all positive cases from occurring. With an efficiency rate of around 95% for the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines, there remains a 5% gap in which vaccinated individuals may test positive for COVID-19. Research is also still needed to learn how new variants of the virus measure up against the vaccine. We continue to encourage all our residents and staff to receive the vaccine but understand that it is only one of the tools needed to fight COVID-19.

Changes to the allowed visitation in the Health Center and Assisted Living happen rapidly and frequently. For the most up-to-date information on what type of visiting is allowed for your resident, please call the Health Center at (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 or Assisted Living at (309) 367-4300 ext. 203. Please be assured that we are striving to allow as many visits as possible while remaining in compliance with IDPH regulations. For visitors coming to our facilities, please remember the importance of following the visitor policy, which includes wearing appropriate PPE for the length of the visit. These guidelines are in place for the safety of our residents and staff and, if adhered to, can help prevent further positive cases in our facilities. We appreciate your cooperation.

We will continue to keep you updated. Please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 with any questions. Thank you for your support and prayers.

*Updated* Wednesday, May 5, 2021

Residents, Family, and Friends of Snyder Village:

New guidance is available for Assisted Living residents who wish to take an outing from the facility. Please note that guidance for these outings are subject to change.

Any Assisted Living resident who is not in isolation or quarantine due to known or suspected COVID-19 infection or exposure may participate in an outing from the facility. At this time, please limit outings for unvaccinated residents to only trips that are medically necessary.

Read the full Assisted Living Outing Guidance here.

Visiting guidance and restrictions continue to fluctuate for our Health Center residents. For the most up-to-date information on what type of visiting is allowed for a Health Center resident, please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100.

To schedule a visit or outing for an Assisted Living resident, please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 203.

*Updated* Friday, April 30, 2021

Residents, Family, and Friends of Snyder Village:

The types of visits that are allowed are dependent on IDPH guidelines, community positivity rate, and facility positivity status. Currently, in-room visits in the Health Center are prohibited until at least May 14. Scheduled in-room visits at Assisted Living are being offered.

If in-person visits are currently allowed with your resident, please make note that all IDPH guidelines must be followed to ensure a safe visit. All visits must be scheduled in advance, and all guests will be screened by phone 24 hours before their scheduled visit and upon arriving for the visit. Visits are limited to two persons at a time, age 16 and over, and the wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) will be required. Snyder Village has the right to end the visit if the guidelines are not adhered to. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this.

Phone calls and video chats with residents are still being offered and appointments can be made by calling the numbers listed below.

To schedule a future visit with a Health Center resident, call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 during normal business hours. Guidance for in-person visits can be viewed here.

To schedule a visit with an Assisted Living resident, call (309) 367-4300 ext. 203 during normal business hours. Guidance for in-person visits can be viewed here.

*Updated* Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Residents, Family, and Friends of Snyder Village:

We are pleased to have the ability to offer in-person visits with our Health Center and Assisted Living residents. These visits must be scheduled in advance. All visitors will be screened by phone 24 hours before their scheduled visit and upon arriving for the visit. Visits are limited to two persons at a time, age 16 and over.

We offer several types of visits to accommodate the different needs of the resident and the visitor. Further guidance about the available times and where to arrive will be given once the scheduler knows what type of visit is desired.

All IDPH guidelines must be followed to ensure a safe visit. These guidelines include maintaining a distance of six feet and wearing masks. Snyder Village has the right to end the visit if the guidelines are not adhered to. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this. Other visiting options are also still available including vestibule visits, phone calls, and video chats.

According to IDPH guidelines, these in-person visits are subject to change and dependent on facility positivity rate and community positivity rate and spread. For the most up-to-date information on allowed visiting options, please call the Health Center at (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 or Assisted Living at (309) 367-4300 ext. 203.

To schedule a visit with a Health Center resident, call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 during normal business hours. Guidance for in-person visits can be viewed here.

To schedule a visit with an Assisted Living resident, call (309) 367-4300 ext. 203 during normal business hours. Guidance for in-person visits can be viewed here.

*Updated* Thursday, March 11, 2021

Residents, Family, and Friends of Snyder Village:

We are pleased to offer more in-person visiting options with our residents at Assisted Living. These in-person visits will begin at Assisted Living on Monday, March 15. Guidance for these visits can be found here. Visitors will be required to comply with the visitation policy. All visits must be scheduled in advance by calling (309) 367-4300 ext. 203 during normal business hours. Visiting hours will be Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

These in-person visits are also subject to IDPH guidelines which include community positivity rates and local spread and are subject to change. Despite the continued necessary guidelines, we are excited to offer this option as it is another step forward in this journey.

These changes only apply to Assisted Living residents at this time. Residents in the Snyder Village Health Center will be following a separate policy. We are developing a plan to allow more safe visiting options in the Health Center and will notify all Health Center POA’s once this plan is in place. We expect the new visiting options to be available soon.

Thank you for your continued patience, cooperation, and support.

*Updated* Friday, February 26, 2021

Residents, family, and friends of Snyder Village:

Following guidance from the Illinois Department of Public Health, we are now able to advance to Phase 2 of the state’s reopening plan in the Health Center. This is due to our county’s low COVID-19 positivity rate and the lack of any new positive cases among staff or residents. In Phase 2 we are able to open the beauty shop for our residents. No changes to the visitor policy will be made at this time. When additional visiting options can be provided safely, we will notify you. We encourage Health Center family members to schedule vestibule visits, phone calls, or video chats by calling (309) 367-4300 ext. 100. Plexiglass room visits, phone calls, and video chats can be scheduled for Assisted Living by calling (309) 367-2500.

The second dose of the vaccine has now been offered and administered to our Assisted Living and Health Center residents and staff. Any resident in our Retirement Community who is age 65 and older is eligible to receive the vaccine from their doctor or a participating pharmacy. Snyder Village does not have the ability to administer the vaccine to independent living residents here on campus. To see a current list of vaccination locations in our area, click here.

We remain diligent in our prevention and response measures for COVID-19. Staff and residents continue to wear masks, social distance, and practice proper hygiene. We thank you for your cooperation, understanding, and prayers as we continue to navigate through this COVID-19 journey.

*Updated* Friday, February 12, 2021

Residents, Family, and Friends of Snyder Village:

According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, our Assisted Living facility is now able to advance past outbreak status and into the next phase of the state’s reopening plan. This is partly due to our county’s low COVID-19 positivity rate and the fact that our Assisted Living facility has had no new positive cases for several weeks. To protect our residents and remain in compliance with directives from IDPH and the CDC, our visitor restrictions in the Health Center remain in place until further notice. When reopening the Health Center is allowed and can be done safely, we will notify you.

This new phase will allow us to implement the following changes at Assisted Living:

Increase of communal dining for the residents to a maximum seating capacity of 25%.
Group activities will be allowed to take place with a maximum of 10 residents gathered. Social distancing, mask wearing, and proper hygiene will still be required at all activities. Outings beyond the facility are not permitted.
Visitations in our indoor plexiglass room will now be allowed for those residents who are not in isolation or quarantine. Guidance for these visits can be found here. Visitors will be required to comply with the visitation policy. All visits must be scheduled in advance by calling (309) 367-2500 during business hours. Visiting hours will be Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

We will remain diligent in our COVID-19 prevention measures. If we experience any new positive COVID-19 cases in our residents or employees or if the county’s positivity rate increases once again, our facility will be required to move back a phase. We appreciate your cooperation as we work together to move forward in the state’s reopening plan.

We’re excited to introduce these new changes and look forward to even more positive changes in the future. Thank you for your continued support.

*Updated* Thursday, February 4, 2021

As part of the Federal Pharmacy Partnership Program, our Health Center residents and staff will receive their second dose of the vaccine this coming Monday, February 8. Residents and staff at Assisted Living will receive their second dose of the vaccine on February 21.

Any independent living resident age 65 and older is eligible to receive the vaccine as part of the state’s vaccination program. Snyder Village does not have the ability to administer the vaccine to retirement community residents here on campus. Thankfully, vaccines are becoming more readily available in our local area. Individuals can choose to wait and receive a call from their health provider to schedule a vaccine appointment, or they may choose to make an appointment online with a local participating pharmacy. To see a current list of vaccination locations in our local area, visit the link below.

Vaccination Locations
https://coronavirus.illinois.gov/s/vaccination-location

Thank you for your continued cooperation, support and prayers.

*Updated* Wednesday, January 27, 2021

As the vaccine rollout continues throughout Illinois, new information has been released on an additional vaccine provider. The pharmacies at select HyVee stores will now offer the vaccine to those individuals who are eligible. As of January 27, the state has expanded their offerings of the vaccine to the following groups:

Residents 65 years of age or older
Frontline essential workers, including:
- First responders
- Education & Child care
- Manufacturing
- Corrections workers and inmates
- USPS workers
- Public transit workers
- Grocery store workers
- Shelters and day care staff

Therefore, any Snyder Village Retirement Community resident who is 65 years of age and older is eligible to receive the vaccine. Appointments with the HyVee pharmacies must be made online. The link is provided below. These pharmacies are committed to providing the vaccine safely and efficiently in accordance with the CDC’s guidelines, and we are pleased to share this new offering with our Retirement Community residents.

To make an appointment at HyVee, eligible individuals can register at https://www.hyvee.com/my-pharmacy/covid-vaccine-consent.

Snyder Village does not have the ability to administer the vaccine to independent living residents here on campus. Any Retirement Community resident who is 65 years of age or older is included in the State’s 1b phase of the vaccine program. These individuals can expect to receive a phone call from their health provider for a vaccine appointment, or they make seek to make their own appointment through a HyVee pharmacy.

*Updated* Friday, January 22, 2021

Residents, family, and friends of Snyder Village:

The COVID-19 vaccination planning and administration continues to move forward at Snyder Village. Many of our Home Care employees have already received their first dose of the vaccine and our Health Center employees and residents received their first dose of the Pfizer vaccine this past Monday. We are excited to have secured a date for the first vaccine clinic at Assisted Living. Staff and residents of Assisted Living will be offered the first dose of the vaccine on January 31. Those Retirement Community residents who are age 65 and older fall within the state’s 1b phase of the vaccination program. These residents should expect to receive a phone call from the local health department or medical provider to have their vaccine appointment scheduled. We are eager for all our residents and staff to have access to the vaccine as an additional way to protect each other and our community.

Our team remains committed to our mission of serving our residents with the utmost care and love, and we commend them for their hard work and dedication.

Thank you for your support and prayers. We value you and your partnership.

*Updated* Monday, January 18, 2021

The first round of COVID-19 vaccine doses were administered to staff and residents of the Snyder Village Health Center on Monday, January 18. The Snyder Village Health Center provides 24/7 skilled nursing care to its residents. Through the Federal Pharmacy Partnership Program, Walgreens technicians administered the vaccine to 135 staff members and 68 residents. There was an excited energy throughout the Health Center as staff and residents took this hopeful step toward ending COVID-19. Personal reasons for taking the vaccine varied among staff and residents. Keith Swartzentruber, Executive Director at Snyder Village explains, “I’m getting the vaccine for our residents, our staff, my family, and everyone I come in contact with.” CNA Supervisor, Gina Melvin shares, “I’m getting the vaccine because I believe our residents deserve this. I’m doing this for my residents, my family, and for those who can’t!” More can be read on Snyder Village’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/snydervillage.

Snyder Village is still awaiting information from the state regarding the scheduling of vaccine clinics for its Assisted Living residents and staff.

*Updated* Friday, December 18, 2020

Residents, family, and friends of Snyder Village:

With news of the first COVID-19 vaccine coming to the United States, we want to communicate what that means for us here at Snyder Village. Both our Health Center and Assisted Living facilities have enrolled in the Federal Pharmacy Partnership Program, which is a program through the CDC and Illinois Department of Public Health that will provide and administer the vaccine for our residents and staff. Because of a limited supply, the vaccine will be administered in phases, with the most vulnerable receiving the vaccine first. According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, skilled nursing facilities will be in the first group to be offered the vaccine. Residents and staff of skilled nursing facilities, such as our Health Center, will be offered the vaccine by IDPH toward the end of December. An exact date of when the vaccine will be available to our residents and staff has not yet been set, and we will notify the involved parties when this information is available.

IDPH has also identified the high-risk populations of Assisted Living facilities and congregate settings to have priority access to the vaccine. More information is still to come from the Health Department on when these facilities and communities will be offered the vaccine. Plans for these areas of care will be finalized over the coming weeks.

Health officials agree that this vaccine will help save the lives of those who are most at risk of developing COVID-19 and the important role it has in stopping this pandemic. For some helpful website links from the CDC with information on the vaccine, please see below. Thank you for your support and prayers.

Further Information:

8 Things to Know About the U.S. Vaccination Program

Facts About COVID-19 Vaccines

Frequently Asked Questions about the COVID-19 Vaccination

Benefits of Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine

*Updated* Friday, December 11, 2020

Residents, family, and friends of Snyder Village:

As we have seen the coronavirus spread more throughout our country, state, and local community, we have inevitably felt the effects here at Snyder Village. No matter what obstacles we may be facing, we remain committed to our mission of providing the upmost care and love to our residents. We’ve made the best effort to cooperate with our local and state health departments to address the positive cases that have occurred on our campus. If you are a POA of a resident, employee, or resident of Snyder Village who has been impacted by a positive COVID-19 diagnosis, you will be notified personally by Snyder Village.

A team of Snyder Village employees continues to work diligently on developing and implementing an action plan to respond to COVID-19 reaching our campus. Preparations have been made and are in place to best address any additional positive cases we may experience. Our employees have applied extra safety protocols to further enhance our defense against the virus and protect our residents. To read more on our response measures and safety protocols, click here.

As we begin to receive news on the coronavirus vaccine, we are in consultation with our medical director and the health department about the vaccine’s availability and distribution. Once a recommendation is established for our residents and employees, we will share that information with our residents, resident POAs, and employees.

We encourage you to stay in touch with your loved ones by phone calls and video chats. Calls can be scheduled with Health Center residents by phoning (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 during business hours. Calls can be scheduled with Assisted Living residents by phoning (309) 367-2500 during business hours. Emails can also be sent to residents via our website at www.snydervillage.com. Residents appreciate receiving cards and packages in the mail as well.

We again thank you for going on this journey with us. We value your cooperation, understanding, kind words, and prayers. If you have any questions, please call us (309) 367-4300 ext. 100.

*Updated * Friday, November 20, 2020

Residents, family members, and friends of Snyder Village:

As COVID-19 case numbers in our state continue to rise and new Tier 3 mitigations go in place today throughout Illinois, we want to share changes these mitigations will bring to Snyder Village. For the safety of our residents, group activities in the Health Center will temporarily stop. Residents will still be receiving one-on-one attention and activities from our wonderful activity team. They will also be given the opportunity to participate together in activities from their individual doorways, keeping a safe distance apart.

Plexiglass visits and compassionate care visits with all residents will stop until further notice. The only visits allowed will be end-of-life visitation. A staff person will contact you to set up end-of-life visitation if appropriate. If you already had a plexiglass visit scheduled for the future, you may change this visit to be a phone call or video chat instead. Please call the Health Center at (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 or Assisted Living at (309) 367-2500 to change your appointment, otherwise all plexiglass visits will be canceled indefinitely. Phone call and video chat appointments may be scheduled up to four weeks in advance.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to keep our residents and staff safe. We will continue to supply you with updates. If you have any questions, please call 367-4300 ext. 100. Thank you.

*Updated * Thursday, November 12, 2020

Residents, family members, and friends of Snyder Village:

For the health and safety of our residents and staff, we continue to be diligent in our precautionary measures against the coronavirus. To read the latest update on our coronavirus response measures and protocols, please click here.

To read Frequently Asked Questions, please click here.

*Updated * Tuesday, August 11, 2020

Residents, family members, and friends of Snyder Village:

We thank you for your support over the past several months. We want to share an update with you today regarding our Health Center and Assisted Living facilities. At this time, we do not have any new positive cases of COVID-19 inside our facilities. No residents are currently displaying symptoms of COVID-19. We continue to take preventative measures to prevent the spread of the virus. In order to keep employees and residents safe, we are taking the following actions:

Increased cleaning and sanitizing of facilities
Additional Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) being worn by staff
Securing more PPE if it becomes needed
Screening all staff for COVID-19 symptoms before their shift and mid-way through their shift
Screening residents regularly for COVID-19 symptoms
Encouraging and enforcing social distancing
Restricting visitors and unnecessary persons from inside our facilities
Regularly enforcing proper hygiene protocols with staff and residents

Over the past several months, a team of Snyder Village employees has worked diligently on developing and now implementing an action plan to respond to COVID-19 reaching our campus. Preparations have been made and are in place to best address any additional positive cases we may experience.

Although this is examined on a case-by-case basis, most residents are currently allowed to leave their rooms while practicing precautions, just as they have over the last several months. Activities and social interaction opportunities are still being made available to residents.

We will continue to supply you with updates when they become available. If you have any questions, please give us a call at 367-4300 ext 100. Thank you, God bless you and have a great day.

*Updated * Wednesday, August 5, 2020

Residents, family members, and friends of Snyder Village:

We want to continue to be transparent in our communication and to inform you of another update we have tonight.

This evening, we were made aware that an employee of the Snyder Village Health Center tested positive for COVID-19. The employee has been in contact with the health department for further instruction and is quarantining at home.

We have followed, and will continue to do so, all guidance set forth for patient care, employee safety, and efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19 as provided by the Illinois Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As a precautionary measure, all staff and visitors to our campus have been pre-screened before entering our facilities since March 6, 2020. Except for end-of-life circumstances, all visitors to our Health Center and Assisted Living facilities have been restricted since March 14, 2020. We will continue to work with the Woodford County Health Department and the Illinois Department of Public Health to prevent the spread of the virus and protect the health and safety of our residents and staff. Public Health will communicate with members of our community who may have come in contact with the employee who tested positive.

We send our prayers and best wishes to the Health Center employee affected. We recognize that this information is unwelcome news. We have been planning for an incident such as this and have our response plan set in motion. We are closely monitoring each Health Center resident for any symptoms and will continue to be vigilant in our prevention methods. We commend our employees for their continued dedication and the loving care they give our residents each day.

We will continue to keep you informed with important information and updates on our website when they become available. If you have questions which must be answered tonight, please contact Keith Swartzentruber, Executive Director, on his cell phone at (309) 360-3101. For further questions, please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 during business hours. Thank you.

*Updated * Tuesday, August 4, 2020

Residents, family members, and friends of Snyder Village:

During this time of uncertainty with COVID-19, we are committed to providing you with transparent and candid communication.

Today we were informed that two employees of Snyder Village Assisted Living tested positive for COVID-19. The employees have been in contact with the Woodford County Health Department for further instruction and are now quarantining in their homes.

Before this diagnosis, Snyder Village had already taken precautionary measures against COVID-19. Beginning on March 6, 2020, all staff and visitors to our campus have been pre-screened before entering our facilities. Except for end-of-life circumstances, all visitors to our Health Center and Assisted Living facilities have been restricted since March 14, following directives from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). We will continue to work with the Woodford County Health Department and IDPH to prevent the spread of the virus and mitigate any further issues. Public Health will communicate with any members of our community who may have come in contact with the employees who tested positive.

We send our prayers and best wishes to the Assisted Living employees affected. We recognize that this news may cause uneasiness and concern among our residents, supporters, and family members. Rest assured, dedicated individuals are working without pause to provide the best guidance and care to protect the health and well-being of our residents and staff. We are closely monitoring each Assisted Living resident for any symptoms. Snyder Village remains committed to our mission: To provide for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of others in a loving, dignified, and Christian atmosphere. We commend our employees who live out this mission daily and are dedicated to providing the best care to safeguard our residents – especially in these uncertain times.

*Updated* Thursday, July 16, 2020

Residents, family members, and friends of Snyder Village:

As we continue our coronavirus preparedness and response planning, we want to share with you our latest update. We currently do not have a confirmed case of COVID-19 in our facilities. We are remaining diligent in our precautionary measures which include increased sanitizing, social distancing, the wearing of facemasks by residents and employees, and screening residents and employees for coronavirus symptoms. As we’ve adjusted to the restrictions and new protocols in our facilities, we have found new ways to keep residents engaged. Our activity teams are doing a wonderful job of creating fun activities and crafts for our residents such as indoor bowling, water gun painting, and community parades. Staff members also remain focused on ensuring that the mental and emotional health needs of residents are being met. Chaplain visits, specialized activities, and one-on-one visits with staff help to keep residents engaged and connected. Several staff members dedicate their time to facilitating video calls and plexiglass “Chat Box” visits to help encourage the vital relationship between residents and their loved ones. We want to commend our staff members who continually show dedication in keeping our residents and their fellow coworkers safe.

We know that this virus is still a real threat in our community – especially to the vulnerable population whom we serve. There are several ways in which you can help protect yourself and reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our local community.

Guidelines for personal safety include:

Avoiding close contact with people who are sick
Avoiding touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
Washing your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or using a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available
Practicing social distancing
Wearing a face covering that covers your mouth and nose when around others

For more on how Snyder Village is responding to the current pandemic, visit the “Frequently Asked Questions” page on our website. Thank you for doing your part in helping to protect our vulnerable population. If you have any questions, please give us a call at 367-4300.

*Updated* Friday, June 26, 2020

Residents, family members, and friends of Snyder Village:

We thank you for your support over the past several months and appreciate the cooperation you’ve demonstrated with the necessary guidelines and restrictions. The health and safety of those we care for remains our top priority. While restrictions for visiting inside our Health Center and Assisted Living facilities must remain in place for the time being, we are excited to begin the process of allowing outdoor visitations and are looking into options that would allow us to accomplish this safely.

One visitation option that is available now in our Health Center and will be available next week at Assisted Living is our new “Chat Room.” The Chat Room is a plexiglass enclosure in which residents sit inside while family members visit from the opposite side of the glass. This Chat Room still provides a necessary safety barrier to prevent the possible transfer of the virus, but allows residents and visitors to see and hear each other more clearly than through a window. Visits are monitored by staff and the enclosure is disinfected both inside and out after each use.

Before scheduling a visit in the Chat Room, visitors must agree to follow any guidelines set by staff. Chat Room visits for Health Center residents can be scheduled by calling 367-4300 ext. 100 and visits for Assisted Living residents can be scheduled by calling 367-2500. Appointments are available Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. We are happy to provide this new way to visit and to help you get one step closer to being with your loved one.

As Illinois moves into Phase 4 of Restore Illinois, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is working on preparing Phase 4 guidance for facilities like Snyder Village. Internally, we continue to develop comprehensive plans for COVID-19 prevention and preparedness and are staying abreast of recommendations for safe and phased-in reopening strategies for the future. We will continue to keep you updated with any new information.

If you have any questions, please give us a call at 367-4300. Thank you and have a great day.

*Updated* Friday, June 12, 2020

Residents, family members, and friends of Snyder Village:

We want to continue to be transparent with our communication and to keep you informed of anything new at Snyder Village during this current global pandemic. We currently do not have a confirmed case of COVID-19 in our facilities. As we continue to follow the directives from the Illinois Department of Public Health and federal agencies, our visitor restrictions at the Health Center and Assisted Living remain in place. We are committed to keeping our residents and employees’ health and safety our top priority during this time.

As we protect and care for the physical health of our residents, we are also tending to the mental and spiritual health of each individual. Since in-person religious services are unavailable for the time being, residents are being given the opportunity to view services on their televisions and given options for online viewing if they are able. Our campus chaplain visits residents for one-on-one chats and Bible studies are being broadcast on televisions throughout campus. Residents are also staying active and enjoying the many fun and creative activities that our staff members are producing for them. And our employees have been staying busy helping residents connect with family and friends through phone calls, video chats, and window visits.

We know that the visitor restrictions are difficult and that many of you are missing spending time with your loved ones in person. We are working on developing new ways for you to connect with the residents while still remaining in compliance with our State’s visitor restriction guidelines. We will keep you updated with details of these opportunities and when they will be available.

As always, if you have any questions, please call (309) 367-4300 during business hours. If you must speak with someone after hours, you may call Keith Swartzentruber, Executive Director, on his cell at (309) 360-3101. Please make sure to join us for the Family & Community Car Parade on Father’s Day at 2:00 p.m. Details of this event can be found on our website and Facebook page. Thank you.

*Updated* Wednesday, May 27, 2020

Residents, family, and friends of Snyder Village:

We currently do not have a confirmed case of COVID-19 in our facilities and continue to closely monitor the recommendations of our governing agencies. As Illinois moves into Phase 3 of the reopening plan this Friday, we will see more local businesses changing their restrictions and opening once again. Some restrictions in our independent living Retirement Community will change on Friday to reflect the State’s opening plan. However, visiting restrictions at facilities like Snyder Village Health Center and Assisted Living are not changing, in order to protect our vulnerable population and to remain in compliance with directives from the Illinois Department of Public Health and Federal agencies. The visitor restrictions at the Health Center and Assisted Living therefore remain in place until further notice. We will be consulting with our Medical Director, local Health Department, and other health agencies to determine when it is safe to lift these restrictions. Above all, the health and safety of our residents and staff remain our top priority.

We know these restrictions are hard and challenging. We encourage you to stay in touch with your loved ones by phone calls, Facetime calls, and Google Duo calls. These calls can be scheduled by phoning (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 during business hours. Emails can also be sent to residents via our website at www.snydervillage.com. Residents appreciate receiving cards and packages in the mail as well. And we are all looking forward to the Family & Community Car Parade on Father’s Day. Details of this event can be found on our website and Facebook page.

We will continue to keep you updated with any new information. As always, if you have any questions, please call (309) 367-4300 during business hours. If you must speak with someone after hours, you may call Keith Swartzentruber, Executive Director, on his cell at (309) 360-3101. Thank you for you cooperation and patience during this time.

*Updated* Friday, May 15, 2020

Residents, family, and friends of Snyder Village:

This current global pandemic has brought challenges that most of us have never had to face before. Here at Snyder Village, we have been impressed with how our employees have stepped up to the plate during this difficult time. Their dedication and care for our residents and each other continues to inspire and encourage us. We have been implementing additional ways to recognize our staff’s efforts and have been providing them with information, training, and additional means by which we can support them. Some of our residents wanted to say a special “Thank You” to the staff for all their hard work. Dwight, a resident in our Health Center, wanted to tell staff, “Thank you for everything you have done and do. You are all terrific, brave, obedient, and cheerful!” You can view more of these thank you messages by visiting our Facebook page or by clicking here.

We currently do not have a confirmed case of COVID-19 on our campus and continue to closely monitor the recommendations of our governing agencies. In the near future, we anticipate seeing more local businesses changing their restrictions and opening once again. However, visiting restrictions at facilities like Snyder Village are not changing, in order to protect our vulnerable population and to remain in compliance with directives from the Illinois Department of Public Health and Federal agencies. Our visitor restrictions will therefore remain in place. We will be consulting with our Medical Director, local Health Department, and other health agencies to determine when it is safe to lift other restrictions currently in place for our residents, such as group activities and communal dining. Above all, the health and safety of our residents and staff will remain our top priority and any decisions made will reflect that.

We will keep you updated with any new information. As always, if you have any questions, please call (309) 367-4300 during business hours. If you must speak with someone after hours, you may call Keith Swartzentruber, Executive Director, on his cell at (309) 360-3101. Thank you.

*Updated* Friday, May 8, 2020

Residents, family, and friends of Snyder Village:

As we continue to “shelter in place” here at Snyder Village, we are finding new ways to keep our residents safe and engaged. It has been fun to see the creative activities that our staff has come up with while still adhering to social distancing guidelines. Across campus, residents have been enjoying a variety of activities like one-on-one cooking classes, indoor bowling, balloon volleyball, hallway bingo, walking contests, and scavenger hunts.

The use of technology has become vital in keeping our residents engaged and connected. Through our internal television system, we broadcast exercise classes, Bible studies, and entertainment to residents. Family members are able to send emails and pictures to residents through our website, and those whose loved ones reside in our Assisted Living facility are encouraged to send a video message to their resident for Mother’s Day. Information about this can be found on our Facebook page. And since so many of you have been enjoying connecting with your loved one through scheduled phone calls, Facetime calls, and Google Duo calls, we now have staff dedicated to facilitating these calls and keeping you connected with those you love.

While we currently do not have a confirmed case of COVID-19 on our campus, we’ve added additional preventative measures in an effort to keep our residents and staff safe. Residents are now wearing facemasks when outside of their room or apartment as a safeguard for the protection of themselves and others. We continue to monitor staff and residents and have increased the frequency of screenings for possible COVID-19 symptoms. Staff members are screened for fever and other symptoms before their shift begins and again at mid-shift. Employees are also encouraged to self-monitor for symptoms during their shift and while away from work. Health Center and Assisted Living residents continue to be regularly screened and all are being monitored closely for any signs of possible COVID-19 symptoms.

As always, if you have any questions, please call us at (309) 367-4300. We will continue to keep you updated with any new information. And be sure to stop by and take part in the Mother’s Day car parade for our Health Center residents this Sunday, May 10 at 2:00 p.m. We know events like these can’t replace hugs with your loved ones, but we hope they bring some joy. Thank you for your continued support, cooperation, and prayers.

*Updated* Thursday, April 30, 2020

Residents, family, and friends of Snyder Village:

As we carry on navigating the COVID-19 pandemic, we want to provide you with our latest update. We currently do not have a confirmed case of COVID-19 on our campus and continue to closely monitor the recommendations of our governing agencies. As a result, we have implemented additional preventative measures to protect our residents and staff. We have increased the frequency of employee screenings for symptoms while on shift and have introduced the wearing of facemasks for residents. Our other preventative measures remain in place such as visitor restrictions, canceling of group activities and normal communal dining, encouraging social distancing, and increased cleaning and sanitizing of our facilities.

We recognize that May 1 will bring with it some changes for the general public according to the Governor and within Woodford County, however, visiting restrictions at facilities like Snyder Village are not changing, in compliance with directives from the Illinois Department of Public Health and Federal agencies. Our visitor restrictions will therefore remain in place until it is safe to lift them, that is:

No visitors are allowed in the Health Center or Assisted Living. The only exception is for end-of-life care. The independent living apartments in the Retirement Community will continue to have limited visiting hours. No visitors under the age of 18 are allowed inside our facilities. Any visitor who is allowed to enter will be screened upon entry and asked to wear a facemask.

We will also continue to limit residents from leaving our Health Center and Assisted Living facilities except for urgent medical appointments. All other appointments will be postponed. We also encourage our Retirement Community residents to shelter in place during the stay-at-home order.

We know that these restrictions are difficult and it can be hard to persevere through them. But to ensure the health and safety of our vulnerable population, we ask for your understanding and cooperation.

In order to stay connected with your loved one, we’ve implemented a new “Email a Resident” feature on our website at www.snydervillage.com under the tab titled “Contact Us”. Phone calls, Facetime calls, and Google Duo calls can still be scheduled by calling (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 during business hours. Packages and cards are always well received by residents if you’d like to send something through the mail.

If you have any questions or concerns, please call us at (309) 367-4300 during business hours. If you must speak with someone after hours, you may call Keith Swartzentruber, Executive Director, on his cell at (309) 360-3101. Answers to Frequently Asked Questions can also be viewed on our website.

Thank you for your support, prayers, and cooperation. We value you and your partnership.

*Updated* Thursday, April 23, 2020

View a video message from Executive Director, Keith Swartzentruber, by clicking here.

*Updated* Thursday, April 16, 2020

Dear residents, family, and friends of Snyder Village,

It’s hard to imagine that a couple of months ago the COVID-19 pandemic was not a large part of our lives. While we currently do not have a confirmed case of COVID-19 on our campus, our coronavirus preparedness and response planning continues to be at the forefront of our minds.

Infection control has always been something we take very seriously at Snyder Village. Our nursing team, including an Infection Preventionist/IT Nurse, has led the charge along with our Medical Director and other management to increase our infection prevention. We are closely monitoring the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and have increased training for all staff on hand hygiene and proper PPE use. Increased cleaning and disinfecting is also taking place in all our facilities.

Other preventative measures are in place, such as visitor restrictions, canceling of group activities and normal communal dining, encouraging social distancing, and the screening of all staff for symptoms. These actions are a group effort by all staff at Snyder Village and we continue to be impressed by our employees’ dedication and care for our residents and each other. Although things may be a little different than our residents are used to, they are still enjoying the same high level of care and love they received before this pandemic began.

How You Can Help

With the current visitor restrictions in place, it may feel like there is not much you can do to help. However, there are several things you can be doing now to help the residents and staff of Snyder Village.

- Stay Connected: Since in-person visits are currently prohibited, we encourage families to communicate with their residents by calling, texting, or setting up a video call. Facetime and Google Duo calls with your loved one can be scheduled by calling our office at (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 during business hours, Monday through Friday. Residents also love receiving cards, letters and packages.

- Stay Compliant: We know that the current visitor restrictions that are in place are hard and that everyone is missing their loved ones. But to ensure the health and safety of our residents, we ask for your understanding and cooperation in following the guidelines and temporary restrictions that have been put in place. Thank you.

- Stay Informed: Unfortunately, a lot of misinformation about the COVID-19 pandemic continues to be shared via social media and other outlets. Stay informed by checking on reliable sources like the CDC website and the state of Illinois Coronavirus website.

- Stay Home: It helps protect our whole community and prevents the spread of the virus when you stay home and shelter in place. If you must go out for essential supplies, practice good social distancing. The CDC now also recommends wearing a facemask when out in public.

- Stay Compassionate: You can help a senior who may have exhausted their personal resources by donating to Snyder Village’s “Resident In Need Fund”. Donations can be mailed to Snyder Village, “Resident In Need Fund”, 1200 E. Partridge St, Metamora, IL, 61548 or made online at snydervillage.com.

- Stay Prayerful: We know that many of you are praying for the safety and protection of our residents and staff and we so appreciate your prayers. Please continue to pray for Snyder Village and for our community at large.
- Contact Us: If you have any questions or concerns, please call us at (309) 367-4300 during business hours. If you must speak with someone after hours, you may call Keith Swartzentruber, Executive Director, on his cell at (309) 360-3101. We have also posted some common Frequently Asked Questions on our website to help answer questions you may have.

We will continue to keep you updated with any new information. God bless you as we carry on in this journey together.

*Updated* Friday, April 3, 2020

Dear residents, family, and friends of Snyder Village,

As we continue to adjust to this new ‘temporary’ way of life, we acknowledge that this has been a trying time for all. Even though we are longing for normalcy to return, this challenging period has also shown us how committed and strong we are as a community. We have been blessed by the outpouring of encouraging messages, phone calls, and notes from family members and the community. The homemade masks that keep showing up at our back door are so appreciated. The dedication of our staff continues to impress us as they find new ways to serve our residents through this unfamiliar time. We have been implementing additional ways to recognize our staff’s efforts and have been providing them with information, training, and additional means in which we can support them.

While we currently do not have a confirmed case of COVID-19 on our campus, we are continuing to take preventative measures to best protect our residents and employees and to prepare for whatever the future may hold. A response plan has been has been established and additional protective measures have been put in place. The situation in our nation, state, and local community is rapidly changing, and we spend time every day monitoring the latest guidance and applying it to our campus.

We want to thank you all for your understanding and cooperation. We know that some of these changes, such as the visitor restrictions, are hard. Thank you for trusting us with the care of your loved one and for allowing us to take whatever measures are needed to protect this vulnerable population.

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit” (Romans 15:13).

*Updated* Tuesday, March 24, 2020

As we continue navigating the COVID-19 pandemic, we wanted to provide you with our latest update. We continue to make strides to ensure the health and safety of our residents and employees. A team of personnel has been assigned to our COVID-19 preparation and response efforts. They are monitoring the information and guidelines being released by the federal, state, and local officials and have been establishing a response plan for Snyder Village. We also have communication systems put in place to relay important information and updates to residents, staff, POAs, and family members as needed.

Since we are considered an essential business, our employees are still reporting for work during the stay-at-home order issued by the governor this past Friday. The care and support that our staff provides for our residents is incredibly valuable and we have been impressed by the commitment and care they are displaying through this challenging time.

We have inventoried our Personal Protective Equipment and are working to secure what else may be needed. As we prepare for the unknown, just like hospitals and other senior living facilities, we are accepting homemade face masks. If you sew and would be willing to lend a hand, you can find information here or by contacting Ashley at [email protected] or 367-4300 ext. 135. She can send you detailed instructions and the pattern. Finished masks can be dropped off at the Health Center’s back door.

And a reminder – If you are interested in having a phone call, Facetime call, or Google Duo call with your resident, please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 during office hours to schedule a time for your call. For photos and more, please follow our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/snydervillage.

*Updated* Thursday, March 19, 2020

We thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we take measures to protect the health and safety of our residents. We wanted to share with you an update with information and some of the protective measures we are currently taking within our facilities:

No visitors are allowed in the Health Center or Assisted Living. The only exception is for end-of-life care. Visitors may enter the Retirement Community independent living apartments through the SV Center entrance from 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. No visitors under the age of 18 are allowed inside our facilities.

Any visitor who is allowed to enter will be screened upon entry. Visitors to the Health Center for end-of-life care will be required to wear a mask while in the building and restrict their visit to the resident’s room.

We are limiting residents from leaving our Health Center and Assisted Living facilities except for urgent medical appointments. All other appointments will be postponed.

Increased cleaning and disinfecting is occurring inside all facilities.

All employees are screened at the beginning of their shift for fever and respiratory symptoms.

Normal communal dining and all group activities for our residents have been canceled. Instead, residents are enjoying one-on-one activities with staff, which include playing games, reading devotionals, aromatherapy, etc. We’re also offering residents extra leisure materials (all which are being disinfected after each use), such as fun little puzzle packs, books, magazines, movies, puzzle books, coloring materials, etc.

We want to help your family member or loved one stay in touch with you. If you are interested in having a phone call or Facetime call with your resident, please call (309) 367-4300 ext. 100 during office hours to schedule a time for your call.

For photos and more, please follow our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/snydervillage.

Thank you again for your understanding and patience during this unusual time. As always, if you have any questions, please call (309) 367-4300 during business hours. If you must speak with someone after hours, you may call Keith Swartzentruber, Executive Director, on his cell at (309) 360-3101.

*Updated* Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Attention Retirement Community Residents and family members:

As you are all aware by now with the COVID-19 pandemic, it is a rapidly changing situation. Therefore, in order to further protect those residents living in the Retirement Community apartments, the following changes will be effective today, March 19, 2020:

There will be restricted access into the Retirement Community Apartment building.

Apartment resident’s family members will only be allowed to enter thru the SV Center doors between the hours of 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 4 – 6 p.m. daily. Cottage residents may also enter during these times to eat in or carry-out from the RC Bistro. Everyone will need to complete a questionnaire and have their temperature taken by a staff member. Visitors must be healthy to enter the building.

No one under the age of 18 will be allowed to enter the building.

Independent living apartment residents are still able to come and go thru any exterior door, but please be sure to have the appropriate key with you as all doors will be locked. However, for your health and well-being, we strongly encourage you to stay home if you do not need to go out.

Apartment residents will get your mail delivered to your door since the postal carrier will be restricted from entering the building and will not be able to access the mailboxes.

As a reminder, cottage and apartment residents can get a lunch meal delivered to your home by calling 367-4300 ext. 100.

If you need anything at all during this trying time, please call the Retirement Community Office at 367-4900. We will be happy to assist you!

*Updated* Saturday, March 14, 2020

Attention Health Center POA’s, Assisted Living POA’s, friends, and family members:

Due to the presence of a confirmed COVID-19 (Coronavirus) case in our area, the Health Center and Assisted Living facility has been closed to visitors. The only exceptions will be for compassion/end-of-life care. Our priority remains the health and safety of our residents and we will continue to follow the recommendations and directives issued by the government.

Please share this information with others who may need to be informed. We will share additional information as it becomes available. If you have any questions, please call (309) 367-4300 during business hours. If you must speak to someone after hours, you may call Keith Swartzentruber, Executive Director, on his cell at (309) 360-3101. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

*Updated* Friday, March 13, 2020

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we continue to take measures to best protect the health and safety of our residents. Family members and POA’s of our Health Center residents, please note:

The Health Center Therapy entrance will continue to be staffed for visitors to enter from 7:30 a.m. -10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. daily. Please do not attempt to enter the Health Center outside of these times. It is critical that all visitors are properly screened before entering. If you leave the Health Center and return after more than four hours, a new screening will be required.

Visitors are encouraged to stay in the room of the resident whom they are visiting and should not be in the Bistros at meal time unless they normally assist the resident with their meals.

We anticipate that visits may be restricted further by Public Health in the near future. We will continue to keep you updated on any changes via our website and Facebook page. Please share this information with others who may wish to visit your loved one. If you have any questions, please call (309) 367-4300 during business hours. If you must speak to someone after business hours, you may call Keith Swartzentruber, Executive Director, on his cell at (309) 360-3101.

*Updated* Thursday, March 12, 2020

With the health and safety of our residents remaining our top priority, we continue to monitor the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) situation. We are working with our medical director to implement preventive measures recommended by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

All entrances to our Health Center remain closed except for the Therapy entrance located at the back of the main building. Family members and visitors can enter the Health Center through this entrance from 7:30–10:00 a.m. and from 4:00-6:00 p.m., 7 days a week. Visiting hours at Assisted Living remain the same as what was previously posted on Tuesday. Visitors under the age of 18 are restricted from entering any of our facilities.

A screening process will take place for all visitors before entering our facilities, which will involve answering a questionnaire and having their temperature taken with a temporal (forehead) thermometer. All staff members will also undergo screening before each shift.

Residents in our Health Center and Assisted Living will not be leaving the facilities, except for medical appointments.

We thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we make the necessary precautions to protect our residents. This is a quickly changing situation and we anticipate additional steps may be necessary in the next several days or weeks. If you have any questions, please call (309) 367-4300 during business hours. If you must speak to someone after hours, you may call Keith Swartzentruber on his cell at (309) 360-3101.

*Updated* Tuesday, March 10, 2020

Following recommendations from the Illinois Department of Public Health, Snyder Village will be implementing the following Visitor Restrictions beginning Wednesday, March 11, 2020:

Visiting hours at the Health Center and Assisted Living will be 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 2 p.m. – 5 p.m., 7 days a week until further notice. Visitors will be screened at the Health Center Therapy Entrance or the Assisted Living Traditional Entrance (east entrance). All other entrances will be locked. Visitors under the age of 18 will be restricted from entering.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We will continue to monitor the situation and post updates and recommendations as we receive them from the Illinois Department of Public Health and the CDC.

Friday, March 6, 2020

Dear residents, family members, and friends of Snyder Village,

The 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to make headlines in the news media and recent reports indicate active cases now in Illinois. We at Snyder Village are carefully monitoring the situation and have formed an action plan to prepare for the virus reaching Central Illinois and to help prevent the spread of the virus on our campus. The health and well-being of our residents and staff remains our highest priority.

If you plan on visiting the Snyder Village campus, please stop and ask yourself the following questions before entering any of our facilities:

1) Have I traveled internationally within the last 14 days to restricted countries?

Current countries listed as restricted according to the CDC include: China, Iran, South Korea, Italy, Japan, and Hong Kong. View the most up-to-date list of restricted countries at www.cdc.gov.

2) Do I have any signs or symptoms of COVID-19 such as fever, cough, and shortness of breath?

Milder symptoms can include body aches, and less frequently diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.

3) Have I had contact with someone with or under investigation for COVID-19?

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, we ask that you please refrain from visiting the Snyder Village campus until you are symptom free for a minimum of 14 days. Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at (309) 367-4300.

Thank you,

Snyder Village Management

Our coronavirus response

Article by Angela Petersen

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