SAN ANTONIO – Susie Lopez, a resident at Morningside Ministries, got a surprise visit Wednesday afternoon. Her sister Janie Hernandez was allowed to make an in-person visit. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has authorized expanded visitations statewide in nursing homes and other long-term care settings. Previously, only essential caregivers were allowed in-person visits. Wes Wells, the executive director of Morningside Ministries, said that they welcome the new guidance.

They have to make sure they’re wearing a mask,” said Dion Munoz, director of assisted living at Morningside Ministries. Essential caregivers are the only ones who can visit their loved ones inside of the facility. “There was a lot of anxiety, there was a lot of stress, there was a lot of unknown. AdSandy Cilone visited her father, who is currently at Morningside Ministries, on Thursday morning. AdA spokesperson for Morningside Ministries said in total, six residents at Morningside Ministries in San Antonio have tested positive for COVID-19.

If you are searching for the perfect home that’s affordable in San Antonio, Morningside Ministries is San Antonio’s oldest and largest nonprofit, faith-based senior living organization, providing a full continuum of care within two communities. Levels of living include independent living, assisted living, memory care, transitional care, long-term care and home health care. Since 1961, Morningside has been a community leader, offering affordable retirement living for seniors in a comfortable, caring environment where all residents, their families and caregivers are welcomed and valued. The Meadows is San Antonio’s premier continuing care senior living community ,offering independent living, assisted living, long-term care and transitional care, located three miles from the prestigious South Texas Medical Center and the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. The faith-based mission of Morningside Ministries is to enhance the dignity and quality of life of older adults, their families, and caregivers with compassionate care.