With all but one of the residents finishing their coronavirus vaccinations, Share Convalescent Home in Alva has been able to loosen some restrictions. Administrator Kelly Parker said the one exception on vaccinations had already experienced Covid-19.

One new activity is walkie-talkie bingo. The nursing home purchased 20 walkie-talkies and is finding creative ways to use them. Last week, the residents were able to return to the dining room for meals and group activities in limited numbers. Parker said the nursing home is also scheduling visitors to come into the building to see family members....