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Senior Centers reopen after two years
It’s time to learn to live with COVID-19 and all the variants.
After being closed for an extended period due to COVID-19, Seniors First, The Shenandoah Area Agency on Aging announced that all senior centers will reopen.
“Our centers have basically been closed since March 2020. We are extremely excited about this announcement and will reopen our facilities from a health and safety perspective. This would not have been possible without the commitment and compassion of Seniors First staff,” said Jimmy Roberts, Executive Director.
Our number one goal is the health and safety of our participants. The centers have received a thorough cleaning and sanitizing to meet CDC and VDH guidelines. Designated personnel will be onsite to address high touch areas (door handles, railings, desks) throughout the day. Hand sanitizing stations will be placed throughout senior centers and air purifiers have been installed to assist with clean air flow.
In addition to the above-mentioned services, meals may be provided to seniors who do not feel comfortable returning to on-site facilities. Senior Center staff will coordinate and continue supporting daily meal needs.
Clients are welcome to visit any of the re-opened centers to socialize. Staff and instructor-led programs are scheduled to resume when senior centers open at full capacity.
No temperature or daily health checks are required to visit any of the re-opened centers. However, please stay home if you feel ill. Participants will be required to sign a liability waiver to visit senior centers. Current hours and days vary per center. Please check our website at www.seniorsfirst.info for specific information.
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