South Lake Tahoe Senior and Recreation Centers closing in response to COVID-19

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - All public activities at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center and Senior Center have been suspended for the time being. The City of South Lake Tahoe is closing those activities per recommendations from Governor Newson's response to the threat of coronavirus-COVID 19.

At this time, the County Meals on Wheels program that operates out of the Senior Center will continue but the senior's in-person lunch program will cease for the time being.

The City of South Lake Tahoe has partnered with Barton Hospital, El Dorado County

Although there are no confirmed cases in El Dorado County, this move is happening out of an abundance of caution.

In accordance with State and Federal guidelines, the City is allowing its employees to work remotely if needed and encouraging them to stay home when they are sick. We are also providing all our employees with hand sanitizer and
disinfectant wipes in common areas and break rooms.

“Our number one priority is the health and well-being of the residents and visitors of South Lake Tahoe,” said Interim City Manager Brad Kilger,” We are making the necessary adjustments for our employees to also stay safe, but essential City services will remain available during this pandemic.”:

Barton Health has implemented system-wide strategies to provide coordinated care while mitigating exposure to healthcare workers and vulnerable patient populations. They have also created a special center for those needing screening for the virus.

A 24/7 Barton COVID-19 Health Line, 530.600.1999, has been established for the general public to call if experiencing symptoms of respiratory illness such as fever, coughing, sneezing, or shortness of breath. Health Line callers can ask questions and be scheduled for screening, testing and medical care at Barton’s referral-only respiratory screening center. This standalone facility was recently opened to provide a safe screening location, increasing access to services for those in need while minimizing exposure to others, if referred by a medical provider.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
BARTON HOSPITAL: https://www.bartonhealth.org/tahoe/coronavirus-update.aspx
EL DORADO COUNTY: https://www.edcgov.us/Government/hhsa/Pages/EDCCOVID-19.aspx
CDPH: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/ncov2019.aspx
CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html