Update From Administrator – August 3, 2020
August 3, 2020
Our team and I hope this email finds you safe and healthy. I am pleased to report that we continue to remain COVID-free for both our staff and residents. As we continue to maintain a COVID-free status, we will hopefully be able to reduce restrictions under the guidance of the CDC and Department of Public Health.
I was on a conference call with CT-DPH last Wednesday and they still are unsure when visitors will be allowed back in. They did state that they are working on a phase in plan and will share with us when it is completed. No date was given from DPH as to when this will happen.
As always, we thank our team for the hard work they while in our center; their chosen careers were never simple or easy to begin with, but working through a pandemic and under such troubled times as they do today, only makes their jobs even tougher. They received wonderful recognition during the pandemic, and we continue to thank and appreciate them! Additional recognition is coming as we celebrate them again during our version of National Nursing Home Week from August 9-15.
A few quick points on our outdoor visits:
- Must be pre-scheduled to ensure safe and healthy visits for you, the residents, and our staff. It also allows our team to ensure your loved one is available and ready for your visit to make the most of your time together.
- Face coverings must always be worn and a social distance of 6 feet between you and your loved ones for the entirety of the visit.
- Check out our website for specific guidelines and details regarding perimeter visits.
- Alternative visits (Facetime, Skype, and window visits) are still taking place. You can schedule a visit by calling 860-583-8483 or emailing us at recreation@countrysidemanorofbristol.com
Other updates from our recreation team include:
- We have ordered more IPads so each nursing unit has tablets assigned for resident use such as virtual visits, games, etc. The Ipads are expected next week and will be on the units so residents would have access to face time their families when they want.
- We have fresh airtime where residents can get some much-needed sunshine while supervised to ensure social distancing.
As a reminder, our next “Town Hall” meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 4th at 5pm . We encourage any residents and family members to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have about the care we are offering. Our commitment is to be as transparent as possible and work to address any issues that arise.
Thank you and please stay safe and healthy!