Direct link for NH Department of Health & Human Services Covid-19 Website

Data from Johns Hopkins showing state-by-state trajectory of new cases to monitor reopening resurgence

January 5th, 2021: Phases for NH COVID-19 Vaccine distribution

September 15th, 2020: CDC Introduces a New Web Page on How to Select, Wear and Clean Your Mask

September 1st, 2020: Pemi-Baker Leadership team announces memberships and aqua classes will be discontinued until the facility can safely hold group programs.

In consideration of the ongoing COVID-19 changes as well as the Boulder Point facility needs, it has been decided to discontinue our membership, swim lessons and joint mobility programs indefinitely. One-on-one, Aquatic Physical Therapy will continue and it is our intention to resume our classes when renovations are complete and we have a safe plan of return established. This was not an easy decision but it is an opportunity to begin doing the needed repairs and upgrades to the facility starting with the HVAC system, which was approved by the PBCH Board.

We want to publicly thank Liz, Kristin, Anna, Callie, Mary and Diana for all their hard work, dedication and energy they continuously put into their classes! We look forward to the day when we can bring these programs back.

July 1st, 2020: Pemi-Baker Leadership team announces memberships and aqua classes will remain closed through the end of August.

“At this time the Pemi-Baker Community Health Leadership Team and COVID 19 TaskForce have decided to delay re-opening of our aquatics classes and memberships until the end of summer. Factors taken into consideration on this decision include the small size of our Locker Rooms and Front Entrance, staffing required for cleaning and monitoring the State of New Hampshire’s infection rates as state-wide re-opening occurs. We continue to grow our outpatient therapy census in the safest way possible for our patients.”

June 22nd, 2020: FDA advises consumers not to use hand sanitizer products manufactured
by Eskbiochem. FDA Article about Eskbiochem

May 20th, 2020: Direct link for NH COVID-19 REOPENING GUIDANCE

May 18th, 2020: New direct link for COVID-19 Testing Questions and Sign up

May 12th, 2020: New Covid-19 Testing Sites

Concord, NH – Tomorrow, the State of New Hampshire is launching a new testing site in Concord, NH. The testing location will be at 28 Stickney Avenue and will be open seven days a week 11:00 AM — 7:00 PM. Residents with any COVID-19 symptoms, with underlying health conditions, over the age of 60, or who are healthcare workers can request and reserve a test.

Interested individuals can sign up and reserve a test by going to the online portal here. They can also email covidtesting@dhhs.nh.gov, call the COVID-19 Coordinating Office at 603-271-5980, or by going through a health care provider.

The state’s volunteer medical corps, MMRS, is also partnering with the New Hampton Fire Department to increase community-wide access to testing by mobilizing a one-day testing site in New Hampton on Saturday, May 16, at the New Hampton Fire Department at 26 Intervale Drive. Register Now!

“We are ramping up our capabilities and rapidly expanding access to testing,” said Governor Chris Sununu. “This is one of our top priorities, and we are making huge strides every day.”

The COVID-19 Testing Registration portal is key to the State’s ongoing efforts to increase access to COVID-19 testing by ensuring qualifying residents can schedule a test without a referral from a medical provider.

There are now seven drive through testing sites as part of the Community-Based COVID-19 Testing Program. The fixed drive through testing locations are in Claremont, Concord, Lancaster, Milford, Plymouth, Tamworth and Rochester.

April 7th, 2020: Stay at Home Reminders-Resources to call for home grocery delivery

NEED HELP?

Anyone over the age of 60 or anyone who has a compromised immune system that may make you vulnerable to the affects of COVID 19 can get help getting groceries!

Call the number below that corresponds to the town in which you live. The person who answers the phone will take your order, if no one is available, please leave a voicemail with name and number. Once the shopper fills your order it will be delivered to your home. Prior to reaching your home, you will receive a phone call with the cost of your order. We ask that you tape a check to your door and we will leave the groceries at your doorstep. If you are unable to tape a check to your door please discuss with the delivery person to make an alternative plan. If desired, your receipt can be emailed, texted or potentially mailed to you. The receipt must go back with delivery person to store to pay for your order.

Shopping and delivery days will be Tuesdays and Thursdays

WHO TO CALL:

Plymouth: Plymouth Police Department- 603-536-1804

Ashland & Holderness: Theresa Melanson-603-833-6291

Campton, Thornton & Ellsworth: Food Pantry-603-960-1127

Rumney & Wentworth: Laurie Coffin-603-786-2468

If you have been diagnosed with COVID 19 or have been quarantined by a physician please let the person who is taking your order know.

March 17, 2020: Continuing Important Services

Here at Pemi-Baker Community Health, one of our core values is remaining “Rock Solid” by providing home health care as well as rehab therapy regardless of what challenges come our way. In light of the developing COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, we would like to inform you of what actions we are taking to prioritize our patients.

To minimize exposure to Rehab patients at Boulder Point:

Limited entrance to our facility to patients only
All memberships and swim lessons have been suspended until further notice
Social distancing has been implemented with staff by working from home when it is possible and by separating work stations
Surfaces are wiped down after each patient with CDC recommended bleach solution
Washing hands after contact with surfaces and patients

Home care and Hospice employees have also taken actions to minimize exposure.

Here at Pemi Baker Community Health and Hospice we take our patient’s health seriously and also the health of ourselves and our community. We want to assure you that we are taking measures to prevent the spread of the virus into our community. We are following both the CDC and the NH Department of Health’s recommendations for healthcare workers. In order to meet the needs of our home care and hospice patients and to minimize vulnerable patients from going out into the community, our field staff will continue making home visits.

March 16, 2020: PBCH Suspending All Fitness Memberships

In an effort to work with the CDC guidelines and follow their recommendation to limit exposure, PBCH will be suspending ALL membership classes and programs until further notice. Moving forward auto pays will not be collected until the resumption of services. We consider you a part of our Pemi-Baker family and your safety remains our highest priority. We feel this is best way to keep our members, patients, and staff safe from unnecessary exposure to COVID-19. Pemi-Baker’s Homecare, Hospice, Physical & Occupational Services continue at this time.

March 13, 2020: Children’s Swim Lessons Postponed Through April

The COVID-19 Taskforce has met and decided to postpone our aquatic swim lessons program beginning Monday, March 16^th, for the next 4-6 weeks. Pemi-Baker Community Health will pro-rate 5 weeks due to this change in the schedule.

Pemi-Baker Community Health will re-evaluate in 4-6 weeks to determine when the aquatic swim lessons will resume.

Please contact Crystal, a member of our COVID Taskforce, if you have any further questions, cgonzalez@pbhha.org or 603-536-2232.

March 10,2020

Pemi-Baker Community Health is committed to serving our patients in New Hampshire and keeping you informed about local updates with respect to COVID-19, also known as the Novel Coronavirus 2019.

Your safety is our priority, and our infection control team is continuing to ensure that patients can continue to receive safe and exceptional home health care. PBCH has not altered our operations but are conducting screenings according to the recommendations of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As members of your local community, we strive to act in the best interests of patient, employee, and community by complying with CDC guidelines and taking precautions as necessary.

We have assembled the following resources to help you stay informed and protect yourself during this developing situation:

‘There is no evidence that COVID-19 can be spread to humans through the use of pools or hot tubs. Proper operation, maintenance, and disinfection (e.g., with chlorine and bromine) of pools and hot tubs should remove or inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19.’ ~CDC

Helpful Precautions:

1) NO HANDSHAKING! Use a fist bump, slight bow, elbow bump, etc.

2) Use ONLY your knuckle to touch light switches. elevator buttons, etc.. Lift the gasoline dispenser with a paper towel or use a disposable glove.

3) Open doors with your closed fist or hip – do not grasp the handle with your hand, unless there is no other way to open the door. Especially important on bathroom and post office/commercial doors.

4) Use disinfectant wipes at the stores when they are available, including wiping the handle and child seat in grocery carts.

5) Wash your hands with soap for 10-20 seconds and/or use a greater than 60% alcohol-based hand sanitizer whenever you return home from ANY activity that involves locations where other people have been.

6) Keep a bottle of sanitizer available at each of your home’s entrances. AND in your car for use after getting gas or touching other contaminated objects when you can’t immediately wash your hands.

7) If possible, cough or sneeze into a disposable tissue and discard. Use your elbow only if you have to. The clothing on your elbow will contain infectious virus that can be passed on for up to a week or more!

8) Disinfect your phone and tablets daily!

The Rewards of Being a Hospice Volunteer

While I was familiar with Hospice for many years, I only have been a hospice volunteer with Pemi Baker Hospice and Home Health (PBHHH) since October 2021. When I retired, I began searching for volunteer work that would allow me to give back to my community. A newsletter from PBHHH arrived in my email announcing training for hospice volunteers. My family had experienced the need for hospice twice, once in Ohio and again in Florida. The relief my family and I felt when the hospice volunteers arrived was beyond measure. I want to bring the same kind of assistance to others. PBHHH given me that opportunity by providing professional training with knowledgeable nurses, doctors, social workers and other health care professionals. Their guidance has enabled me to meet the challenges of being s hospice volunteer, and I am very glad that I did it.

Connie C.

You give of yourselves day & night without end!

To the Pemi-Baker Hospice Team--Words really can't express my feelings-

Your help during one of the most difficult times of my life is SO appreciated. I'm so grateful that because of you, Doug was able to get his wish not to spend the last of his days in a hospital, but at home with those of us who loved him.

And to be constantly reassured that if I needed anything you would be there-oh my gosh-ANYTIME! Well, you people need to know how much you are appreciated. You give of yourselves day & night without end! God Bless you and thank you!

Pam O.

“Your generosity with your time and your loving care is appreciated more than you know.”

Thank you to everyone who played a role in taking care of my mother and giving her the freedom of remaining home while suffering from dementia. Your generosity with your time and your loving care is appreciated more than you know. A special thanks goes to Macayla and Colleen, who visited her on a regular basis, and to Lauren who was helpful in connecting us with state services.

Terry W.

“Pemi-Baker Hospice services provided kind, professional, competent services every step of the way-and even vaccinated us all for Covid/19!””

Our primary nurse, Fred, was outstanding, and others who filled in (Cathy, Penny, Colleen) were wonderful and a credit to your organization. Fred, you were amazing, not only for mom but for my husband and I as well. I will forever be grateful for your support, wisdom, humor and kindness, all along the end of life journey for mom. I am so deeply thankful that circumstances conspired such that mom was able to die at home, and your role made that time as seamless as it could be made.

Paula W.

Your courage during Covid-19 does not go unnoticed

Hello. We just wanted to take a moment and let you know how much we truly appreciate all that you do for us in these trying times. You're commitment to the health of our community is a special thing, and we know that you are working under stressful conditions due to the Covid 19 crisis. We realize that in order for you to treat those who may be ill, you are putting you're own lives and even you're own families lives in danger, and that is truly a courageous and honorable thing to do. We want you to know that it does not go unnoticed. Thank you all for all that you do!

Bryan and Renee C., and our mom Joan