The Christian County Health Department along with the Chris-Mont Emergency Management Agency has confirmed that there is an outbreak of COVID-19 at the Hickory Estates of Taylorville facility, an assisted living center, located at 1091 E 1500 North Road in Taylorville. 

An outbreak is defined by IDPH at an assisted living facility as two or more positive COVID-19 cases, due to the higher-risk population.  Currently, one resident and employee has tested positive. Hickory Estates has been in full contact with the local health department and Chris-Mont EMA.  Everyone is working together to ensure the safety of residents and staff. 

Testing is currently in progress of employees and residents.