Prevention and protocols on Coronavirus

Current Updates and Notices:

Click here to learn about the COVID-19 vaccination program at Friendship Village

COVID-19 Vaccination Update

On January 12th and 13th, 2021, a total of 349 residents and 191 associates across our Briarwood Health Care Center, Willows Assisted Living, and Reflections Memory Support neighborhoods received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, administered by our pharmacy partner, CVS.

The second and third visits from the pharmacy are scheduled for February and will include vaccinations for Independent Living residents as well.
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Friendship Senior Options Reopening Plan Update Feb 9, 2021
Below is a document summarizing the Phase 4 Reopening Plan for Friendship Senior Options.

FSO Phase 4 Reopening Plan 2.9.21

Status Letters

Briarwood COVID-19 status letter • March 1, 2021

COVID-19 status in Assisted Living • March 1, 2021

Friendship Village Independent Living Visitor Policy Updated January 18, 2021
Below is a document summarizing updates to the visitation process for Independent Living residents.

CEO Update Letter 1.18.21
Independent Living Visitation Policy 1.18.21

Independent Living Residents

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Health Care Residents

(Assisted Living, Memory Support, Skilled Care)

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Associates

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We are closely monitoring the updates on the changing COVID-19 situation. The following actions have been implemented as precautionary steps, to minimize the impact of the virus on residents and staff.

We recognize people are concerned about Coronavirus in the U.S. and we are taking all of the necessary precautions to keep you safe and healthy. Since many illnesses like the flu and COVID-19 are more aggressive for older populations, we are asking those who are ill to not come to the community.

Please share this information with your family and friends and encourage them to stay away until they are not contagious. We also have a plan in place to address associates who are ill and to ensure they remain away from the community until they are deemed healthy by CDC standards.

We have a plan in place to address those who show symptoms of COVID-19 and other illnesses, restrict visitors, and increase medical supplies. Rest assured, all year long we employ these types of precautions to protect our residents.

Medical professionals advise that prevention is the best form of protection. We encourage all residents, associates and guests to wash hands thoroughly and often, use hand sanitizer, refrain from touching your face, and keep a safe social distance from those who are sick.

Past Updates and Notices

Briarwood Lab Testing Letter 1.4.21

Assisted Living Lab Testing Letter 1.4.21

Illinois Tier 3 Mitigation Documents: What is Tier 3, Tier 3 Resurgence Mitigations, Governor's Official Letter

FSO Phase 3 Reopening Plan • July 1, 2020

FSO Phase 1 Guidelines • May 1, 2020

Keeping Friendship Village safe with these protective measures • March 20, 2020

COVID-19 IL Visitor Policy • March 17, 2020

Changes to Communal Dining for Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing • March 16, 2020

Restrictions of Visit to Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing • March 12, 2020

Screening & Protocols update • March 11, 2020

Health Resources

Here are resources from the leading health organizations in the world to help answer your questions

Additional Information

Below are some links with information regarding Coronavirus. This information is provided for your assistance.

Center for Disease Control (CDC)

World Health Organization

Johns Hopkins University: Center for Health Security

Independent Living Residents

There is increased frequency of disinfection in common areas as well as proper protocols for social distancing and sanitation in place
Residents are encouraged to wash hands, practice social distancing, and wear masks when moving around the community
Dining: meals will continue to be delivered to residents’ apartments with the option for in-restaurant dining for dinner only (reservations are required)
- Proper Social distancing, sanitation and cleaning efforts are in place
- No outside guests allowed for dining
- Assisted Living and Healthcare residents will not be able to dine in the Independent Living dining venues during Phase 4
Independent Living visitor guidelines can be viewed here
Families are encouraged to drop off deliveries for residents at the AMITA entrance
- Monday – Sunday between 9 am – 5pm
Leaving Campus:
- Residents are currently encouraged not to leave the campus or leave with family except for medical/clinical visits and essential functions
- Bus Trips have resumed – please check with the community for updated bus schedules and reservations
Vendors/contractors are being screened using health questions and temperature check
- Vendor/contractor must pass screening to enter
Reservations, masks and social distancing are required for all Lifestyle activities and amenities
- Including: salon, spa, pool, resident gatherings/activities, fitness center, in-person religious services

Health Care Residents

Residents are encouraged to wash hands and practice social distancing
In-room dining is being offered to all appropriate residents
Communal dining is restricted to residents who need assistance
Family members and visitors are not allowed in community unless resident is at end of life
No visitors are permitted
Families are encouraged to drop off deliveries for residents at the AMITA entrance
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday between 9 am - 1 pm and 5 pm - 8 pm
Beauty shop is closed
Briarwood entrances are closed, except for emergency personnel
Community outings are cancelled
Group activities are cancelled, including religious services
There is increased frequency of disinfection of common areas and health care center

Associates

Associates are encouraged to wash hands and practice social distancing
Every associate is being screening daily using health questions and temperature check
Associate will only be allowed back in community with physician clearance
Associate must pass screening to enter
If ill or contagious, associate will be sent home
If an associate travels outside of the United States to countries of high risk, the associate is required to quarantine for 14 days after return
All associates will enter through a single entrance (AMITA)

Download the COVID-19 Information sheet		WHO: How to handwash? With soap and water
What is COVID-19?		How to protect yourself
Hand-washing Steps Using the WHO Technique