Fully vaccinated contractors, vendors, and beauticians are not subject to routine testing. Personal caregiving visitors must be permitted in facilities, regardless of general visitation restrictions, but are not permitted to visit residents of affected units during outbreaks. Facilities may impose limits on personal caregiving visitation in order to adhere to infection prevention principles.

Providers should note that certain actions must take place by today, June 15^th.

LeadingAge NY provides summary of key aspects of new guidance.

Guidance for ACFs not licensed as ALPs or EALRs.

Programs may start submitting New York Forward Safety Plans.