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How Alderman Oaks Retirement Center is Coping with the Coronavirus Pandemic

Posted on May 15, 2020 by Don Fitts in Uncategorized - No Comments

Our thanks to Rusty Blix, Founder of Alderman Oaks Retirement Residence, for contributing this article.

During these unsettling times we have had to be adaptable, creative, flexible, and resourceful to respond to the challenges of the Coronavirus. The unusual circumstances have tested our resolve but our unwavering faith and great group of staff and outside professionals place us in a position to continue serving our residents, their family members, and circle of supporters in a meaningful way.

We are also welcoming new residents during this period who are seeking to be in a safer, healthier, and a loving environment. Take a look at some of the compelling reasons why Alderman Oaks might be just the right place to be.

Reasons for Moving into a Furnished Apartment at Alderman Oaks During the Coronavirus Pandemic:

1. The environment of Alderman Oaks is kept as safe as possible.
– Our goal is that nothing comes into the building without being sprayed with sanitizers.
– Every person who enters the building has their temperature taken and fills out a virus-related questionnaire.
– No employee or subcontractor can come into the building with any symptom of illness.
– Surfaces are regularly and extensively sanitized.
– All food for kitchen preparation coming into the building comes from major suppliers like Sysco Inc. who protect their product from
contamination.

2. Residents do not need to leave Alderman Oaks’ property exposing themselves potentially to the virus.
– Our residents don’t need to go off the premises for any shopping for necessities.
– All needed products are delivered to Alderman Oaks, sanitized, and delivered to their rooms.
– Delicious and healthy meals are delivered to our residents’ rooms.
– Safe outside areas are available to our residents with social distancing applied.
– Mobile doctors, nurses, and other health care workers come to Alderman Oaks to serve the residents.
– We have access to telehealth programs to address the needs of our residents.
– General contact with workers, neighbors, storekeepers who may not use the best recommended health procedures are avoided.

3. Financial programs are in effect to allow for temporary stays as well as permanent leases.
– Should a short-term stay transition into a permanent lease, a credit will be given for the monthly difference.
– Seniors may choose among a variety of studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments, when available.

4. Family members can feel comfortable that their loved ones are in a safe environment.
– Alderman Oaks provides direct contact availability to staff who ensure good communications.
– Alderman Oaks staff will facilitate communications among family members using computers, facetime, etc.

Alderman Oaks Has Often Been Ahead of the Crowd

Alderman Oaks prepared as best as possible for the Coronavirus Pandemic. In addition, our dedicated staff (with very low turnover ratio) has led to a level of maturity to work effectively through the stress of the times.
1. All of our common area air conditioners have ultraviolet lights approved for killing bacteria, viruses, etc.
2. We have a professional steaming machine to sanitize outside and inside furniture.
3. We have a stock of an antibacterial-fungus-virus product which can be used to fog any room or hallway in minutes to sanitize a possibly infected room or hallway.
4. We have ample protective masks for employees and residents.
5. We have individual air conditioners in our apartments so that there can be no cross-contamination.

We Have Been Ahead of the Curve in Taking Steps to Isolate and Protect Our Residents.
1. Early on we have prohibited any employee from working who has any symptom of any illness, even a cold.
2. We have applied for the SBA loan so that we can assure that our employees, who are home for their own or their children’s health, can still be paid.
3. In addition to our staff sanitizing surfaces many times a day, we have professional cleaners sanitize surfaces twice per week.
4. We spray all packages coming into the building with a disinfectant.
5. All staff wear masks within our building.
6. Residents wear a mask while in common areas in route to out-of-doors.
7. If any resident has the slightest symptom of any illness, the exhaust fan in that apartment is turned on to create a slight negative air pressure to help assure no spreading of germs into hallways.

Prior to the Coronavirus Pandemic We Have Led Our Industry in Other Initiatives
A couple of examples are:
1. We were the first Senior Living Community in the area to install Hearing Loop Systems for use with hearing devices equipped with T-Coil technology.
2. We were the first, and may still be the only Senior Living Community, to establish a protocol to offer Medical Cannabis products to our residents.

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Josephine Cannella-Krehl
Cornerstone LifeCare Consultant

Commissioner Nikki Fried of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services recently appointed
Josephine as a member of the Florida Medical Cannabis Advisory Committee.

This group of industry experts, advocates, advisors, and consumers is formed to help give input, guidance, and insight on moving the medical cannabis program forward as voted on by the constituents of Florida.

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During These Unsettling Times We Bring Health & Wellness Services to Your Home!

Through the support of our trusted Partners and Resources, Cornerstone LifeCare Consultants will assist you and your loved ones in navigating “Aging in Place” Solutions such as In-Home Remodeling and Modifications; In-Home Medical and Healthcare Services; and other types of vital Personal Support and Services.

Our Cornerstone LifeCare Consultants will also help manage transitions to Independent, Assisted, Rehab, and Skilled Nursing Facilities depending on your goals and circumstances.

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SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY PLACEMENTS

For a More Supportive, Safe, and Social Living Environment

During these unsettling times a decision may be needed to explore a transition to one of many Senior Living Community options.  And, we are here to help.

Our goal is to not only keep the needs and desires of the loved one in mind but fully consider the influence on family members, caregivers, friends, and other supporters.

Whether the choice is Independent Living, Assisted Living. Memory Care, Skilled Nursing or Rehab we have a dedicated group of trusted Partners that we feel are the best in the industry.

We look forward to hearing from you to begin discussions towards choosing the the right Senior Living Community for your particular situation.

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Psychosocial Counseling & Therapy
(Teleconference or In-Person)

There is More to the Coronavirus Pandemic Than Just the Physical and Financial Impact!

What About the Affects on Our Emotional Well-Being and State of Mind? 

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Contact our Medical Cannabis Specialist to learn more about the current status of Medical Cannabis and become aware of the assessment process and how to be approved for a medical marijuana card.

Ask about the many ways medical marijuana can be used and how it has been successfully tailored to individual needs.

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Employee Assistance Through Special On-Site Child Care Program During These Unsettling Times

Debra Fortosis, Founder of Elite Family Care, and her team will design, manage, and oversee a program at your facility so that valued employees, volunteers, and supporters of your organization can have their children attended to while carrying out their responsibilities.

This innovative program was initially developed due to urgency for families of First Responders and Healthcare Personnel, but certainly has application to other types of businesses and non-profit organizations.

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