It’s that time again: colder weather and happy get-togethers throw us together indoors. It’s fun. It’s comfortable. It is also the perfect atmosphere for COVID spread. At Kendal, we care deeply about our friends and neighbors. We want to keep them healthy. We want to keep them safe. One of the best ways to do this is to follow Kendal COVID Protocols. Following, are those protocols:
IF YOU HAVE BEEN EXPOSED:
DAY 0: The date of your exposure is considered “Day 0.”
Day 0 – 10: You MUST wear a mask in public (outside of your apartment). Masks should fit well over nose and mouth and can ONLY be discontinued on Day 11
Maintain 3 to 6 feet from others while in public areas, out of consideration for others.
You MAY NOT dine-in at the Bistro or Formal Dining Room.
You MAY get food via take-out and then return to your apartment. YOU SHOULD NOT EAT WITH OTHERS WHO ARE NOT IMMEDIATE HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS UNTIL DAY 11.
CDC recommends testing on Day 6 after the exposure if you are asymptomatic. If symptoms appear, test IMMEDIATELY. If the initial test is negative, but symptoms persist, repeat the test. The Resident Care Center can provide guidance based on your own experience.
It is RECOMMENDED that you do NOT participate in group activities, but if you need to or choose to, you MUST wear a mask during Days 1 – 10.
IF YOU ARE FEELING UNWELL:
Sadly, many independent residents are not recognizing possible COVID signs and symptoms. Every community member must be mindful of personal responsibility for keeping themselves and others safe.
COVID symptoms have become much less severe and obvious.
Individuals who have a history of allergies and asthma and those who experience cold-like symptoms should be aware that these might, in fact, be indicative of COVID.
Do not make assumptions about the cause of symptoms!
The safest route is to test, minimize social interactions (do not participate in activities or gatherings), and wear a well-fitting mask (covering nose and mouth) when you must be out. Testing does not always yield an immediate positive result. If you are awaiting COVID testing or results, isolate until you have the results. Lingering symptoms warrant follow-up testing.
IF YOU ARE COVID-19 POSITIVE:
Follow the written isolation and masking instructions provided by the Resident Care Center. Protocols are:
DAY 0: The date of your exposure is considered “Day 0.”
DAYS 0 – 5: Isolate/quarantine in your apartment. Do not leave for any reason.
DAYS 6 – 10: You may leave your apartment, but you MUST wear a mask in public (outside of your apartment). Masks should be well-fitting over nose and mouth and can ONLY be discontinued on Day 11. Take-out dining only. DO NOT dine in the Bistro or Formal Dining Room until the 11th day after you test positive. DO NOT dine with anyone outside your immediate household until the 11th day after you test positive.
If you have any questions regarding these protocols, call the Resident Care Center.