Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak at Peregrine Senior Living

Quick Outbreak Details:

• Outbreak Dates (First to Most Recent Cases): Summer 2024
  
• Confirmed Cases: 20+ (10 confirmed Legionnaires’ disease cases)
  
• Deaths: 4
  
• Exposure Source: Building water system

In summer 2024, what should have been a safe and peaceful environment for seniors at Peregrine Senior Living in Albany, New York, turned into a public health emergency. A dangerous outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease struck the facility, a bacterial illness that attacks the lungs and can lead to severe pneumonia.

Four residents tragically lost their lives, and many others were hospitalized. For families, it wasn’t just shocking, it was heartbreaking.

Overview of the Peregrine Outbreak

Peregrine Senior Living, a long-term care facility for elderly residents, became the site of a serious Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in 2024. Legionella bacteria were found in the building’s water system after multiple residents became ill.

Of the 20 people hospitalized, 10 were confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease, and more cases may be identified as testing continues.

Legal and health experts say the outbreak was likely preventable, pointing to Peregrine’s apparent lack of a water management plan and failure to follow standard safety protocols for monitoring and maintaining water quality.

Facility Response and Public Health Actions

In the wake of the outbreak, Peregrine responded by cooperating with local and state health officials. Spokesperson Joshua Poupure said the facility installed a monochloramine filtration system to disinfect water as it enters the building. Additionally, bathroom fixtures were replaced, and new filters were installed on water outlets.

Still, the question remains: Were there any proactive steps taken before the outbreak happened?

The CDC has long warned that Legionella bacteria can grow in areas where water sits stagnant, like inside unused faucets or showerheads. Without routine inspections and water testing, even newly treated water can reintroduce risk.

Legal Options and Accountability

Attorneys representing impacted families believe Peregrine’s failure to implement a proper water safety plan may result in legal liability. The facility’s lack of routine testing and water quality monitoring raises serious concerns about compliance with safety standards.

Families are seeking more than just compensation—they want accountability. Many residents endured extended hospital stays and rehabilitation before they could safely return home.

Know Your Rights

If you or a family member has been diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease after staying at Peregrine Senior Living, you may be eligible for legal compensation. Our team can help investigate what went wrong, determine who is responsible, and fight for coverage of your medical bills, lost income, and emotional distress.

Contact Us Today

Your health and your rights matter. If you’ve been affected by the Peregrine Legionnaires’ disease outbreak, seek medical attention right away. Then, reach out to our experienced legal team for a free consultation. You don’t have to go through this alone.