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Mental Health Update

May 11, 2020
Mental Health Update

MH Update – 5/11/20 – Updated: OMH Infection Control Guidance for OMH Residential and Site-Based Programs


Please see the attached Infection Control Guidance for OMH Residential and Site-Based Programs, which updates guidance previously issued by OMH on April 13, 2020.

In addition, please see the attached self-assessment checklist which provides residential programs with the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) elements that should be in place both before and after recognition of a confirmed, suspected, or possible COVID-19 case in the facility.

Feeling stressed by the COVID-19 pandemic? You are not alone. Call the NYS Emotional Support Helpline 7 days a week, 8am-10pm at 1-844-863-9314.

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