KENOSHA COUNTY -- Health officials in Kenosha County confirmed in a news release on Saturday, May 30 that 45 residents of a long-term care facility in the county have tested positive for COVID-19.
The cases were identified at Kenosha Estates Living and Care Center, which health officials described as a "skilled nursing facility" near 18th Avenue and 60th Street in Kenosha.
The cases have emerged since mid-May and many of the affected residents have underlying health conditions, health officials said. Deaths were reported on May 17, May 27 and May 29.
Dr. Jen Freiheit, Kenosha County health officer, said the facility tested all residents and staff and has isolated all COVID-19-positive residents in one area. The facility is working with the Kenosha County Division of Health in taking steps to handle the situation.
"This is undoubtedly very difficult for the residents and staff of Kenosha Estates and their families," Freiheit said. "I credit the facility for doing the best it can do to identify and isolate those who are carrying the virus."
Kenosha Estates Administrator Samer Abadeer and Director of Nursing Kim Sullivan issued the following statement regarding the situation: