Westport Winery’s Kim Roberts Appointed to State’s Community Economic Revitalization Board
Westport Winery co-owner Kim Roberts has been appointed to Washington State Department of Commerce’s Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB). She will take her oath of office this week in preparation for serving a three-year term. Roberts was encouraged to seek this position by Port of Grays Harbor Executive Director Gary Nelson. She said, “I was fortunate to have his recommendation along with that of Grays Harbor County Commissioner Vickie Raines and former Director of Fish & Wildlife Phil
Summit Pacific Finalizing Phase 1A Vaccines, Planning for Phase 1B Administration
On Monday, December 28, 30 Summit Pacific staff and Grays Harbor County first responders volunteered to receive the vaccine as the hospital finalized its vaccine process during a test run. In addition to frontline caregivers, Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Dietrich was one of the first at Summit Pacific to be vaccinated. Since then, the organization has been actively vaccinating hospital staff as well as many first responders and those working in long-term care facilities in Grays Harbor County. “There
Grays Harbor Community Hospital Tests Vaccine Administration with Frontline Healthcare Workers
On Sunday December 20th, Grays Harbor Community Hospital Performed a test run of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine administration procedure. The trial included 5 frontline healthcare staff and providers. It was an important test to help GHCH to refine its vaccination plan for phase 1A vaccine participants. “We are excited to begin the process of vaccinating our community for COVID-19. While Phase 1A is frontline healthcare workers and some people in congregate living situations, we will be here for our
Vaccinations for Phase 1A to Begin December, 22 at Grays Harbor Community Hospital
Grays Harbor Community hospital has received its first allocation of 975 Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines. Administration of the vaccine will begin Tuesday December 22nd for healthcare workers and first responders who fall under the WA Department of Health’s Phase 1A standard. Initial priority will be given to those working in direct contact with COVID-19 patients. PHASE 1A Healthcare Personnel - including first responders - who have direct patient contact (within 6 feet) and are unable to telework
Summit Pacific Offering Curbside Check-in and Expanded Drive Up COVID-19 Testing
Summit Pacific Offering Curbside Check-in and Expanded Drive Up COVID-19 Testing Other Updates Include Vaccine Administration, Virtual Visits and Current Visitation Policy (ELMA, WA) – Summit Pacific is making additional changes to improve safety and increase care for the community. These changes include curbside check-in and expanded COVID-19 testing. Information on virtual visits and the current visitation policy is also available below. Curbside Check-In To reduce the number of patients in
City of Hoquiam Awards CARES Funds to Support Small Businesses and Local Non-Profits
The City of Hoquiam is proud to announce the distribution of the local funds from federal Coronavirus Assistance, Recovery and Economic Security (CARES) Act funds to help with COVID-19 related response and recovery. In total, the City of Hoquiam, in partnership if Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. (GGHI) awarded $57,200 to 26 local businesses. Funds can be used to cover costs including rent, utilities, supplies, inventory, and other operating expenses. “It was a real push to get these applications
Summit Pacific Enhancing Safety with the Addition of Infrared Scanners
(ELMA, WA) – On Monday, Nov. 23, Summit Pacific will introduce new infrared scanners at their 5 building entrances to provide quick, no-contact temperature checks to screen employees, patients and hospital visitors for COVID-19. The five scanners – at Summit Pacific Medical Center, Summit Pacific Wellness Center and McCleary Healthcare Clinic can screen visitors for fever while maintaining social distancing, within seconds. The new technology allows for greater efficiency and speed of entry and