FREE ACCESS: Glenburn officials confirm positive COVID-19 diagnosis in resident

Glenburn Home Administrator Jean Johanningsmeier and Executive Director Sue Sowders issued a statement on Sunday evening, April 12, confirming a diagnosis of COVID-19 in a resident of the Linton retirement home.

Johanningsmeier and Sowders stated Glenburn is following procedures recommended by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention and the proper county health officials have been notified.

The resident has been quarantined in the hospital.

"We want to make residents, their families and our dedicated staff aware of this situation and reassure everyone that we are on top of it," the statement reads.

"Developments are changing day by day, minute by minute. Our focus remains on the health and well-being of our community. We must also recognize our team for the concern and commitment they have shown to our residents during this challenging time. Our mission has never been more meaningful.

We ask that our residents and staff do all that they can to support our community by following the recommendations set forth by the CDC:

*Social Distancing/staying home if possible.

*Washing Hands for 20 seconds with soap and water.

*Self-isolating if showing any signs or symptoms of COVID

*Seek medical assistance as necessary.

Thank you all for your support. We will provide updates regularly."