Outbreak at local nursing homes reported

Saturday, August 29, 2020

According to reports, 41 residents and 20 workers at Gosnell Therapy and Living have tested positive for COVID-19.

The most recent positive test was on Aug. 13, according to the Arkansas Department of Health.

Multiple messages left Thursday and Friday at Gosnell Therapy and Living had not been returned at press time Friday.

The report shows there are currently 26 residents with cases at Heritage Square Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, with the latest positive test coming Aug. 2, and 40 staff members with cases, with the latest positive test coming Aug. 3.