SIPH launches “Hands to Hearts” program POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) - Southeastern Idaho Public Health has launched "Hands to Hearts" to help long-term care facility residents who have been deeply affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. SIPH says once someone in the facility tests positive, residents are required to isolate in their bedroom for 14 days per Federal Law by the Centers for Medicare/ Medicaid Services (CMS), and this can result in negative impacts on their social, mental, and physical health. SIPH will be addressing this problem through the new program. The health department is asking the community to write letters to these residents to help them get through this pandemic and remind them that they are not alone. It is their hope that through this, we can make a difference in their lives and take step towards a brighter future.