Good News Recap: June 2020
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As we transition to Phase Green of reopening, we are excited to share that all of our in person routine services are now available!
Visit our COVID-19 resource page to learn more. Remember that masks are required in all of our facilities, and we are still encouraging our members to come alone to their appointments whenever possible. Let's fight COVID-19 together by keeping the best safety practices in place.
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Outdoor Upper Respiratory Visits
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For safety, we continue to see patients
with upper respiratory and flu-like symptoms in our outdoor Medical Unit in
Kennett Square, which is now a temperature controlled trailer! On-site COVID-19 tests are available for current LCH patients, but k
eep an eye out for public walk-in testing opportunities through the
Chester County Health Department
. If you need a Primary Care Provider, we can help you establish care with us.
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Mushroom Farm COVID-19 Testing
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LCH is providing on-site COVID-19 testing and health education to local farms at no cost thanks to collaboration with with the United Way of Southern Chester County, the Chester County Health Department, United Way of Chester County, and the American Mushroom Institute. Farms interested in having LCH come to test their employees for COVID-19 should contact
Amanda Blevins (610) 444-7550 X2006.
Learn more.
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Virtual Patient Feedback Session
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We hosted our first ever live virtual feedback session this month on LCH's response to the pandemic. Twenty five members tuned in through Zoom and Facebook Live to share their experiences with our staff panel.
Watch the recap in English.
Watch the full session in Spanish (start at 58:11).
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We are thrilled to have so many passionate healthcare professionals join LCH:
Member Relations Specialists Mariel Whitney, Yajayra Nuñez and Liliana Hernandez; Medical Assistants Lorena Ortiz, Sandra Gonzalez, and Mayra Gonzalez; Registered Nurse Colleen Lewis; Nurse Practitioners Claudia
Montesdeoca (Women's Health) and
Marthe Adler (Primary Care); and Temporary Physician for Women's Health Joseph Orraca-Tetteh.
View
our openings and apply today!
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Domestic Violence Collaboration
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LCH continues to partner with
DVCCC to connect and support community members. Domestic violence can affect all parts of your health and wellness, and your life. Watch this video in
English or
Spanish to learn more. Have a question or concern about a domestic violence situation? Call our Social Assistance Team for help (610) 444-7550 option 7.
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Our behavioral health team is now providing three levels of care, both in the office and via
Telehealth: Integrated Behavioral Health, Outpatient Therapy, and Psychiatric Medication Management
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Watch this video
to learn about the differences between the types of behavioral health care at LCH.
Read
our recent press release.
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Representatives from the Census Bureau will be delivering Census Questionnaires to homes that do not receive mail, even if they use a PO Box. If you receive the questionnaire, you may fill it out, complete it online, or via phone. Remember, Census Representatives will have identification and will never ask to enter your home.
Watch
our bilingual census overview video.
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National Health Center Week
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Save the date for August 9-15 as LCH celebrates
National Health Center Week
with fellow community health centers across the country! Together, we are building healthier communities for all. Fun virtual activities are being planned for all ages.
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Dear friends,
We are thrilled to be transitioning to Phase Green. Many of our members have been waiting patiently for routine care visits and appointments. We are open and ready to provide care at all of our facilities.
But this is still a phase of the pandemic. COVID-19 continues to be a part of our daily lives. We are hopeful that this community can move forward with caution, practicing important hygiene tips like hand washing and wearing masks. Know that our safety protocols and Personal Protective Equipment are in place to protect you.
Please continue to stay informed about the current status of COVID-19 in our local community through the Chester County Health Department. They are the most trusted, most reliable source available to you and your family. Updates are posted daily on their
website
and
Facebook page
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Dr. Mariana Izraelson, Psyd., PMP
Chief Executive Officer
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Stay safe.
Stay positive.
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LCH COVID-19 Resource Page
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We now have a page on our website dedicated to COVID-19 related service updates, information, and community resources in
English and in
Spanish. Visit our
Youtube channel for health education videos on personal hygeine and self-care.
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Follow the Chester County Health Department's
Facebook page and
website
for important updates on the progress of COVID-19, and health tips for you and your family.
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Local Resources through SCCON
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Get Outside: Grow a Garden
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It's not too late to grow a garden! Spend time together as a family while encouraging healthy eating.
Learn more from LCH Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Linda Johnson RD, LDN, CLC, about how to get started.
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Our Mission:
We change lives by serving southern Chester County as the leading provider of integrated health and community services.
Our Vision:
A vibrant, equitable, inclusive, prosperous, and healthy community for all.
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Please join us across our social media channels as we work to connect and educate the community about healthy lifestyle choices and resources for all.
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Internet searches on Google are one of the biggest ways our patients find our services, and the more activity we have, the better! Click to review LCH Health and Community Services in
Kennett Square
,
Oxford
, or West Grove
Dental
,
Pediatrics
, or
Women's Health
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