Effective immediately and per the New York State Department of Health and Governor’s orders, the Pines Nursing Homes are closed to all visitations until further notice.

We are encouraging resident family members and friends to make phone calls and are currently making arrangements for the use of “Skype” to allow for video-conferencing.  Contact the facilities directly to make arrangements for a “Skype” visit.  Please note that you will need to have the “Skype” app on your smart phone to utilize this service.

Dear Resident, Family Members and Staff,

The purpose of this letter is to share IMPORTANT INFORMATION regarding actions currently being taken at The Pines of Machias and Olean to address the Corona Virus (COVID-19) Health Emergency that is taking place across the country. Under the guidance of the New York State Department of Health and the National Centers for Disease Control, all nursing homes and health care entities are being directed to enhance current policies and procedures that will assist in keeping our most vulnerable populations safe.