The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has issued a Provider Information Notice (PIN) to provide guidance on the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) for nursing homes and other healthcare facilities. The PIN recommends that facilities have a plan in place and ample supplies to respond to a COVID-19 outbreak in their area, including plans for sheltering in place in case of quarantine. Facilities should follow CDC and California Department of Public Health guidelines to prevent transmission, such as avoiding close contact with sick individuals and frequently disinfecting surfaces. There is currently no recommendation to avoid congregate settings like day programs. Licensees should stay informed through credible sources like the CDC, CDPH, and local health departments. If a COVID-19 outbreak is suspected in a facility, contact the local health department and report it to the Adult and Senior Care Regional Office, as well as the persons' authorized representative.

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