18 THE CHARBONNEAU VILLAGER March 2021
SpringRidge at Charbonneau
By KERRY PHILLIPS
Residents feel lucky to weather uncertain times together
When Melba Daniels relocated from her home in Georgia to SpringRidge at Charbonneau in June 2020 , she was thrilled to move closer to her son and his family . She also felt lucky to be in a community setting with friendly neighbors and an entire team dedicated to her health , safety and wellbeing .
“ Though it was quite challenging moving cross country during the pandemic , I ’ m so happy I did ,” she said . “ I don ’ t worry about COVID now that I ’ m here . The staff takes care of everything — from sanitizing areas to maintaining social distancing .”
Additionally , the active retirement community has implemented extensive cleaning and disinfecting protocols and stringent precautionary measures such as a thorough visitor screening process with temperature checks . Residents can also take comfort in the fact there is a swift and responsive action plan in place , should the need arise , including targeted testing and contact tracing .
The community recently hosted a vaccine clinic , giving residents priority access to the COVID-19 vaccine . SpringRidge residents and staff had the benefit and convenience of having CVS
SpringRidge resident Mavis Champion celebrates getting the COVID-19 vaccine .
representatives onsite , eliminating the long wait times and difficulty with scheduling appointments that many in the external community have faced .
Resident Don Grant felt lucky to be among the first to receive the vaccine : “ We are being given the opportunity to begin defeating the invisible enemy , and true success in this battle requires we all do our part .”
Neighbor Barbara Anderson said she rolled up her sleeve because she wanted a return to normalcy : “ We need to be free to come and go again and not be afraid . We need to share love and friendship . We need to hug
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people and greet them with a smile as we did before the virus .” Mavis Champion concurs . “ I ’ ve heard the sooner I get the vaccine , the sooner I can be with family and friends ,” Mavis said .
In the coming weeks , they ’ ll receive the critical second dose , and new residents and staff will have an opportunity to get the first dose .
Beyond the rigorous precautionary measures and vaccine clinics , residents at SpringRidge enjoy the friendships and camaraderie of being with others during these uncertain times . The community ’ s Zest activities and wellness team has adapted their vibrant and engaging programs to include online lifelong learning lectures , modified fitness classes and mobile carts with snacks and refreshments . The Zest team also helps residents stay connected by providing tech support and hosting video chat sessions with loved ones , relaying emails and letters from family and friends , and maintaining a full calendar of virtual programs focused on mind , body and soul .
“ The people truly make the community ,” said Melba . “ The staff has been wonderful and I ’ ve met some amazing dinner mates .”
As part of the dining program , the talented executive chef and his team have reimagined the dining experience , offering residents freshly made , mouth-watering menu choices — brought to their door with a smile or in The Charbonneau Room with social distancing in place .
“ There are so many great things about being at SpringRidge ,” added 85-year-old Melba . “ The proximity to my family , the beautifully landscaped grounds and the peace of mind that comes with the different levels of care . I ’ m in the independent living community now , but I like knowing assisted living is available should my needs change . I feel lucky to call SpringRidge home .”
The SpringRidge at Charbonneau campus offers a comprehensive menu of lifestyle options , including CARF-accredited independent living as well as assisted living and memory care services . For more information or to schedule a personal tour , please call 503-446-6250 or visit www . Spring- RidgeatCharbonneau . com .
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