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Although a few states have begun relaxing visitation restrictions for assisted living facilities, the pandemic isn\u2019t over yet. So senior living providers have continued to follow stringent protocols for protection. They\u2019re doing all they can to keep residents healthy \u2013 and happy.\"\"<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s another roundup of clients with uplifting stories to brighten your day:<\/p>\n

Festivities for Father\u2019s Day<\/strong><\/p>\n

Since families were unable to celebrate Father\u2019s Day in person with their loved ones, staff at Merrill Gardens went above and beyond to make the day special for the dads in their communities. Employees in Monterey created little gift bags, provided lunch and hired a live jazz band to brighten things up. Staff at other communities, including Willow Glen and Madison, did their own versions of gift baskets as well. Check out Merrill Gardens\u2019 blog post<\/a> for the Father\u2019s Day photos.<\/p>\n

Bringing families one step closer <\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Over the past few months, many senior living communities have implemented their own version of window visits or visiting stations with barriers to protect residents. Aegis Living<\/a> has taken the idea one step further by designing \u201coutdoor living rooms,\u201d complete with comfy chairs and decorations, to go with the plexiglass shields.<\/p>\n

“With each passing week of residents being physically separated from loved ones, we knew we had to find a better way,\u201d said Kris Engskov<\/a>, president of Aegis Living. \u201cDesign consulting and support from infectious disease experts and physicians helped us create these beautiful, new Outdoor Living Rooms to bring families together again \u2013 safely.”<\/p>\n

Horses with hats pay a visit<\/strong><\/p>\n

While there\u2019s no replacement for a family member dropping by to say hi, there\u2019s no stopping a smile if horses in a clown hat and tiara walked up to your window. At Maple Wood Alzheimer’s Special Care Center<\/a>, that\u2019s just what happened. Residents were treated to a special, socially distant visit from a pair of quarter horses to lift their spirts.<\/p>\n

\u201cAnimal therapy is a beautiful thing,\u201d said Stefanie Collinsworth<\/a>, the horses\u2019 owner and a hospice nurse who usually works at the community. \u201cIt’s been very special, and I’m so thankful that we’re able to do this.”<\/p>\n

Small gestures, big gratitude <\/strong><\/p>\n

Multiple Brightview Senior Living<\/a> communities have received heartwarming gifts from family members and the public. At Brightview Devon, a group of neighbors came together and created over a hundred personalized cards (plus a handful of necklaces). The outside community wanted to remind \"\"residents that they were all in this together, and the campaign organizer delivered every resident their own card with messages of care.<\/p>\n

At Brightview Lake Tappan, staff were sent a catered lunch, desserts and a thank-you card from the loved ones of a resident who passed away from COVID. \u201cThey were so appreciative of the love and care we provided,\u201d said one employee in a recent article<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Pen pals wanted<\/strong><\/p>\n

Want to show your own support for senior living residents? Residents at North Pointe of Archdale, a Victorian Senior Care<\/a> community, have put out a call for pen pals<\/a>, posting photos with residents holding cards that share their names and interests. From cooking to music to animals, there\u2019s a lot in common to talk about. Visit the Facebook post<\/a> to find a pen pal and get writing!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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