The Appomattox Heath and Rehabilitation Center announced they are placing restrictions on visitations due to the coronavirus pandemic.

In lieu of in-person visitation, the center is offering the option of virtual visits.

The center posted the following announcement on their Facebook page on Friday:

Pursuant to regulatory advice and in order to continue to ensure the well-being of our residents and staff, we have made the decision to restrict all visitation temporarily at this time. This decision comes amid statewide concerns over respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19.

Like you, our top priority is the care of your loved one and we want you to feel confident that our patients are continuing to receive the highest level of care. We trust that you will understand this measure is being put in place for their protection. There are interim electronic options for virtual visitation and we will be glad to work to put you in contact with your loved one by one of these methods.

There will be circumstances when an in-person visit is necessary and in these instances we will facilitate a complete screening to appropriately ensure continued safety. Please contact the Center should you need emergency consideration.

We are continuing to follow CDC and CMS infection control protocols in the Center and are continuously reviewing our internal systems and policies with all staff.

We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding during this time as we take this and all necessary precautions to ensure the health and well-being of everyone at our Center.

For further information, visit the Appomattox Health and Rehabilitation Center Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Appomattoxhealthandrehabilitation or call (434) 352-7420.