Abbotswood residents to be moved today

Tue, 12 May 2020

Residents from a nursing home which has been hit by an outbreak of COVID-19 will be moved today.

The residents from Abbotswood Care Home in Ballasalla will be cared for at Noble's Hospital.

47 people have tested positive for coronavirus at the home, while 19 residents have died as a result of the disease.

Residents will continue to be nursed by staff who are familiar with their needs. 

A Government spokesperson said: "This is a temporary move, while places at other residential and nursing homes are chosen by residents and their families, and plans are made for relocation."

 

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