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January 22, 2026

Dear Residents, Family Members, Staff and Visitors,

In an effort to keep everyone updated on our Covid status, please note that we have three additional cases to report. Today we have had one staff member and two residents test positive for Covid. The staff member does not provide direct care and has not worked a shift during the last 48 hours. The residents have had prior contact with each other. Both will now be cared for and monitored closely while they are in isolation. We do not believe the staff case is related to either resident case, as the staff member has not had any contact with either resident.

We will complete testing over the next few days based upon contact tracing for all three cases, in addition to testing based on signs and symptoms. The staff member will remain off of the schedule until they are cleared to return to work per CDC guidelines. The residents will remain in isolation until cleared to return again based upon CDC guidelines.

We cannot stress enough the importance of individuals monitoring their own symptoms and equally important, testing frequently. Identifying Covid as early as possible helps reduce the risk of transmission and thus slows the spread of this virus. As we have shared previously, we have test kits for individuals to use prior to coming into our building as well as after being in the center. Please do not hesitate to speak to a staff member at either reception desk for assistance with obtaining a test kit.

Our nursing administration team is in the process of setting up a vaccination clinic scheduled for Friday, 1/30/26. Individuals can receive a variety of vaccines, including the most recent Covid vaccine, as well as RSV, Flu, Pneumonia and Shingles. Residents and staff can sign up for the clinic by contacting our team at extension 2100. Vaccines remain the strongest defense against many viruses. We encourage everyone to speak to their Primary Care Physician if they have questions about vaccines.

Citizens Care Center continues to monitor the status of Covid in our area. We also remain in contact with our local and state health departments. Both anticipate upper respiratory cases rising through the remainder of this winter season. Please remember to wear a mask inside of our center and consider one when you are with large crowds. Sanitizing your hands frequently most definitely helps reduce the possibility of spreading infections.

Please look for updates in the next few days. Again, we appreciate your cooperation. Sincerely,


Ed Walter,
Administrator

Citizens Care

Why Citizens?

Just Ask our Families

According to a recent report from the Maryland Health Care Commission (MHCC), families or representatives of our patients surveyed said they would recommend Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center to someone looking for a comprehensive care facility.*

Citizens Care also offers residents a wide variety of on- and off-campus daily activities to stimulate the mind, body and spirit.

At Citizens Care, we treat every resident as if he or she were part of our own family. This genuine caring and compassion for our guests is what sets us apart. 

Services You Need

  • 24-hour skilled nursing care provided by our caring staff of geriatric professionals 
  • 5-30 day respite services designed to allow caregivers to take a break from their daily responsibilities, knowing their loved one is receiving quality care in a comfortable setting
  • Hospice care from qualified and compassionate professionals who can assist in developing a personalized program that combines medical, emotional and spiritual support 
  • Short- and long-term rehabilitation services including physical, speech and occupational therapy
  • Telephone Assurance Program (TAP), a free service offered to those who live on their own and want the peace of mind of knowing that someone is checking on them daily.
  • Secure dementia unit staffed by professionals trained in responding to the specific needs of this group of residents
  • Delicious and nutritious meals provided by our dietary staff

Amenities You’ll Love

  • Clean, bright and spacious private and semi-private rooms for up to 184 residents
  • Beautifully-landscaped, enclosed courtyard with raised flower beds
  • On-site barber and salon services
  • Visitors’ cafeteria
  • Ample parking in rear of building
  • On-site pharmacy
  • Full in-house activity schedule including arts and crafts, music, games, Gourmet Galley, bingo, bowling, exercise classes, drum circle, and restaurant style dining for residents
  • Opportunities to socialize with families including Mother’s Day Tea, Thanksgiving and Christmas
  • Weekly worship services’
  • Frequent shopping, dining and entertainment outings including Longwood Gardens, shopping at Harford and Christiana Malls and trips to the Herr’s potato chip factory
  • Visits from the Silver Reader and Pets on Wheels

People You’ll Never Forget!

  • Excellent nursing staff to resident ratio thanks to a dedicated staff of 260 employees
  • Highly-skilled medical professionals
  • Caring and compassionate caregivers
  • Enthusiastic volunteers who serve as activity assistants, meal buddies and more
  • Other residents sure to become not just neighbors, but friends

*2014 Maryland Nursing Facility Family Survey. All comprehensive care facilities in the state are required to complete the survey. View the latest data at www.mhcc.maryland.gov.

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