Update: May 30, 2020: Precautionary Protocols to Address COVID-19
From Keith Grady, Executive Director
The first week of the Phase 1 opening for Independent Living residents was a great success. It was wonderful to see your smiles (behind your face masks). We will continue with the outdoor schedule for another week. Enjoy the outdoors whether it be walking, playing games in the outdoor amenities, visiting with friends from a safe distance of 6 feet or enjoying the sunshine.
Remember: you must wear a face mask every time you leave your apartment or cottage. The recommended use of each face mask is 2-3 days. New face masks will be provided as needed.
We would like this program to be beneficial and enjoyable for all residents. Please adhere to the following guidelines:
- THE NO VISITOR POLICY FOR VISITORS FROM OUTSIDE THE COMMUNITY IS STILL IN EFFECT FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING, ASSISTED LIVING, MEMORY CARE AND SKILLED NURSING.
- Masks must be worn before exiting your apartment. Do not remove your mask until you return home.
- Maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet
- Please do not crowd the elevators
- Do not leave the property for this phase of the opening
For those who choose to stay indoors and visit with Applewood friends, the Performing Arts Center and the outside patio adjacent to the recreation area will be open. Chairs will be appropriately placed to maintain social distancing. Please do not reposition the chairs.
The outdoor amenities will be open for your enjoyment including the walking paths, putting green, shuffleboard, croquet, and bocce. Please remember to maintain social distancing when utilizing these amenities.
Indoor facilities remain closed to residents including the swimming pool, fitness center, Bistro and Bistro lounge, dining room, computer lab, offices, library, card and game rooms, coffee lounge, and Wellness Center.
All meals, General Store items, newspapers, and mail will continue to be delivered to your apartments.
Remember to bring your apartment keys, FOB, and wear your emergency pendant.
Housekeeping
Beginning on Monday, June 1st, we will provide a one time thorough cleaning of your apartment or cottage prior to the resumption of the regularly scheduled bimonthly housekeeping. A team of two to three housekeepers will clean and sanitize your apartments/cottages. The team will wear appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment). Please put on your face mask prior to opening the door for the cleaning team. If you choose to leave your apartment while it is being cleaned, you may enjoy the outdoors or relax in the Performing Arts Center.
Car Starting
Next week we will conclude our car starting service. Cars will be started during the week of June 1st and all keys will be returned to residents by Friday, June 5th.
This is Phase 1 of Applewood’s opening plan. We will be expanding services each week until we reach Applewood’s full “new normal”. We have maintained a stable environment but we still want everyone to be careful.
The next phase of our opening plan will be provided on Friday, June 5th.
Thank you for your patience, understanding and cooperation. I look forward to seeing you all again as we transition to Applewood’s “new normal”.
COMING SOON OVER THE NEXT FEW WEEKS IN PHASE 2:
- Opening of the Wellness Center with limited physician appointments
- Resumption of normal mail service
- Library opening
- Modified Engaged Living and Fitness programs
- Modified Family visitations for Independent Living residents only