In the fight against Covid-19, Wartburg in Mount Vernon administered its first vaccinations. One to Icy Bryan a skilled nursing facility resident and Lavern Goldson-Barnes, a licensed practical nurse and union delegate. The initial shipment of vaccines were offered to all nursing home residents and one third of the nursing home staff following New York”™s priority orders. Bryan (92) a resident of Waltemade Care Center has lived at Wartburg since June 2019.
Wartburg President Dr. David J. Gentner, said “The organization has been given enough vaccine for all nursing home residents and one third of nursing home staff following the distribution priority of our federal and state public health authorities.” The Covid-19 vaccine is available at no cost and it is not mandatory for anyone, although public health officials believe it is health care workers”™ best defense against the deadly virus.
“For the first time in nine months it feels like our lives matter and the work we do matters. We are ending a terrible year with renewed certainty that the angels are with us,” said Gentner.
Located in Westchester County, Wartburg offers integrated, comprehensive senior residential and health care services. Unlike conventional retirement communities, Wartburg provides a wide range of services to both residents living on their 34-acre campus and people in their own homes. Wartburg also provides caregiver support at every stage with an array of options to find the level of care that considers the whole family.
