As a nationally recognized leader in behavioral healthcare, Rosecrance Jackson Centers is committed to providing safe, compassionate care for all its staff and clients. In response to COVID-19 (coronavirus), we are taking extra precautions to ensure our inpatient and outpatient services continue to meet the needs of those struggling with mental health or substance use disorders. Yes, we are open and serving clients. We have excellent infection control protocols in place. As part of our vigilance for all potential risks, we are screening all clients and staff when they enter our facilities and offices. In addition, we are utilizing technology to help us through this time. Here is how we are adapting our services to care for each person who seeks our assistance:
- Assessments are being done via telephone. We will stop walk-in assessments until further notice.
- Group counseling is being limited to nine clients or fewer for in-person meetings. We’re shifting as many sessions to video and telephone as possible.
- Community-based and outpatient counseling is shifting to means such as tele-groups, phone calls, and live-streaming video.
- Community support groups such as 12-Step meetings suspended, for now. We can help by making online resources available to any clients or loved ones.
- Family programming is being delivered by video conference.
At Rosecrance, our mission is to provide hope, healing, and lasting recovery. We will continue to monitor this situation and remain steadfast in our commitment to the safety of our clients and staff. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out.
River Hills Recovery Center
Rosecrance Jackson Centers at River Hills Recovery Center remains open regular hours to provide outpatient medical and psychiatric services. We are providing many clinic appointments through telehealth services, but we also remain open as your primary medical provider and we will schedule in-person visits as needed. If acutely ill, please call first and report symptoms to a nurse prior to coming in. We will assist you based on your symptoms. We are rescheduling all non-urgent regular appointments such as physical and well child visits for future appointments.
Protecting Yourself
While there is no vaccine to prevent COVID-19, Rosecrance urges everyone to remain vigilant but not panic. The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing.
If soap and water are not readily available, use hand sanitizer. Always wash your hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
Stay home when you are sick.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask.
CDC recommends that people wear masks in public and when around people who don't live in your household. Masks should NOT be worn by children under age 2 or anyone who has trouble breathing, is unconscious, incapacitated, or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance.
Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19. This helps prevent spreading the disease to others. Facemasks are crucial for health workers and people who care for someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).
Latest News Updates
Get the most up-to-date information on the Coronavirus from:
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- Woodbury - Siouxland District Health Dept.
- Cherokee - Cherokee County Health Dept.
- Clay - Spencer Hospital Public Health
- Sioux - Sioux County Community Health
- O'Brien - O'Brien County Public Health
- Crawford - Crawford County Public Health
- Scott - Scott County Health Dept.
