COVID-19 Update - The Templeton of Cary

Letter from the Directors

During these unprecedented times, the safety of our residents and staff guide every decision we make. We are working tirelessly and with compassion to maintain the health of our residents while keeping them connected to their loved ones and to the community. Resident and staff safety is our top priority. We are proud to announce that 99% residents are vaccinated, and our employees have had the opportunity to participate in five vaccination clinics, free of charge. We continue to screen all residents, employees and visitors every time they enter the building and we are using universal mask precautions for each employee throughout the campus. We are slowly but safely returning to normal. The dining area is open but with minimal sitting to abide with social distancing. We encourage you to call The Templeton of Cary and Swift Creek Health Center for updates on the status of your loved one. We also understand that connecting with family is incredibly important. Family members are encouraged to connect with their loved ones through calling, texting, social media, Skype, or other virtual visits. The Templeton of Cary and Swift Creek Health Center are dedicated to providing exceptional care – our resolve is stronger than ever. We’re here for our residents, staff and you. Together, we will get through this.

Jennifer LaMar
Campus Director of The Templeton of Cary
Administrator of Swift Creek Health Center

Krista Lemery
Executive Director of The Templeton of Cary

WE CARE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!

Here is what we are doing at our community:

We are following CDC and local Health Department guidelines for infection control and personal protective equipment for all of our staff.

We are monitoring the CDC and local Health Department guidelines and meeting with our leadership and staff to ensure that all of our employees understand and follow the latest guidelines.

We are disinfecting our facilities and offices using products approved by the CDC, we are making rounds to ensure that our spaces are clean and employees are following the infection control practices recommended by CDC.

We are keeping you updated with Ambassador calls and One Call notifications to our families.

We have set up an email for staff to email questions and concerns and leadership rounds to address questions on the spot.

We are pre-screening our employees prior to each shift using a screening tool that reflects questions that allow us to screen for exposure and temperature checks prior to each shift.

We look forward to when we may have you back in our facilities and with your loved ones. Please call us if you have questions and concerns, we are here for you!

January 26, 2022: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

Though COVID-19 cases are on the rise with the new Omicron variant, our community stands ready as we have learned much through the initial wave and delta variant.

We are proud to have over 95% of Independent Living and Assisted Living residents vaccinated and/or boosted.

“The staff of The Templeton has done everything to keep us safe and secure during the COVID-19 pandemic while still able to enjoy our daily activities,” says resident, Annette Colton. “We see our friends and neighbors, while wearing masks, and are able to enjoy the pool, movies and cards which keep our morale up. We are lucky to be here and not isolated in our homes alone. On the off chance that the dining rooms are closed, we are able to order our meals and pick them up for lunch and dinner. We couldn’t ask to be in a better place.”

The health and well-being of our staff and residents remains our top priority. The Templeton of Cary continues to follow the recommended precautions of local, state and federal health departments.

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

March 8, 2021: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Vaccine Update and FAQs

The Templeton of Cary has currently completed two onsite COVID-19 vaccine clinics for residents and staff. With the proper documentation, all residents and employees had the opportunity to opt to receive their COVID-19 (Moderna) vaccine on these days. Please see our COVID-19 VACCINE CLINICAL QUESTIONS document for answers to frequently asked questions. We will keep this page updated as future clinic dates are scheduled.

The health and safety of our residents and staff members remain our top priority. We continue to follow the recommended precautions of the CDC, CMS, and the local health department. We are excited to be moving forward down the path to return to normal operations.

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

January 5, 2021: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Vaccine Update and FAQs

The Templeton of Cary, including Swift Creek Health Center, has scheduled an onsite vaccination clinic for 1/15/2021. With the proper documentation, all residents and employees can opt to receive their COVID-19 (Moderna) vaccine on this day. Please see our COVID-19 VACCINE CLINICAL QUESTIONS document for answers to frequently asked questions.

We will keep this page updated as future clinic dates are scheduled.

The health and safety of our residents and staff members remain our top priority. We continue to follow the recommended precautions of the CDC, CMS, and the local health department.

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

December 30, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Vaccine Update and FAQs

The health and safety of our residents and staff members remain our top priority. To prevent and reduce the spread of COVID-19, The Templeton of Cary (including Swift Creek Health Center at The Templeton) is actively working to schedule an onsite vaccination clinic for both our residents and staff members.

We realize that there are a lot of questions with regard to the vaccine. Our COVID-19 VACCINE CLINICAL QUESTIONS document has a list of frequently asked questions as well as additional resources to review.

CLICK HERE: COVID-19 VACCINE CLINICAL QUESTIONS

The Templeton continues to follow the recommended precautions of the CDC, CMS, and the local health department.

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

December 15, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Vaccine Update

The Templeton and Swift Creek Health Center are registered to be included in the COVID-19 vaccine distribution and will be participating in the program based on prioritization guidance from state regulatory agencies.

At this time, we are still receiving information and instructions from several governing agencies, including the CDC, which will help to shape our rollout strategy and necessary procedures to administer to Residents and staff.

The health and well-being of our residents and staff remain our priority as we work through the newest updates regarding the COVID-19 virus. We continue to follow the recommended precautions of the CDC, CMS, and the local health department.

As we finalize our procedures, will keep this page up-to-date with COVID-19 and vaccine information.

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

November 20, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY GUIDANCE

CLICK HERE for information about our COVID precautions and guidance during the Thanksgiving holiday.

The health and wellbeing of our residents and staff remain our priority as we work through the newest updates regarding the COVID-19 virus. We continue to follow the recommended precautions of the CDC, CMS, and the local health department.

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

November 1, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

Morrison Living Safety Video

We take pride in our community’s culinary offerings. Take a look at our video that showcases the safety measures we’re taking to protect our residents and staff while we continue to deliver a quality dining experience.

September 22, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

There’s a reason behind every mask. What’s yours?

At this time the following safety measures are in effect:

The following apply to Independent Living Residences ONLY:

Our sales team is able to accommodate tours by appointment only
Limited visitors are allowed into the independent living community, and must wear a facial cloth covering
Mandatory screening activities conducted for approved visitors
Utilization of universal mask precautions for all staff and facial cloth coverings for residents and visitors when in community areas or while with any staff member
Communal dining is available with limited seating by reservation only and adhering to social distancing guidelines and CDC recommended safety precautions
Limited, small group activities have resumed
Adherence to social distancing guidelines at all times

Swift Creek Health Center – Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Skilled Nursing:

No non-essential visitors are allowed into the community
Mandatory screening activities conducted for approved visitors
Utilization of universal mask precautions for all staff and facial cloth coverings for residents when in community areas or while with any staff member
No communal dining or group activities
Adherence to social distancing guidelines at all times

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

August 6, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

We appreciate the continued patience of our residents, family, and staff as we work through the latest updates with regard to COVID-19. As new information is available we will continue to update this page.

At this time the following safety measures are in effect:

The following apply to Independent Living Residences ONLY:

Our sales team is able to accommodate tours by appointment only with a limit of two people from the same household in attendance
Limited visitors are allowed into the independent living community, and must wear a facial cloth covering
Mandatory screening activities conducted for approved visitors
Utilization of universal mask precautions for all staff and facial cloth coverings for residents and visitors when in community areas or while with any staff member
Communal dining is available with limited seating by reservation only and adhering to social distancing guidelines and CDC recommended safety precautions
Limited, small group activities have resumed
Adherence to social distancing guidelines at all times

Swift Creek Health Center – Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Skilled Nursing:

No non-essential visitors are allowed into the community
Mandatory screening activities conducted for approved visitors
Utilization of universal mask precautions for all staff and facial cloth coverings for residents when in community areas or while with any staff member
No communal dining or group activities
Adherence to social distancing guidelines at all times

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

July 10, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

Our Sales Team remains available for scheduled, virtual tours and appointments, and is available to answer your questions about The Templeton and Swift Creek Health Center.

WE CARE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!

Here is what we are doing at our community:

We are following CDC and local Health Department guidelines for infection control and personal protective equipment for all of our staff.

We are monitoring the CDC and local Health Department guidelines and meeting with our leadership and staff to ensure that all of our employees understand and follow the latest guidelines.

We are keeping you updated with Ambassador calls and One Call notifications to our families.

We have set up an email for staff to email questions and concerns and leadership rounds to address questions on the spot.

We are pre-screening our employees prior to each shift using a screening tool that reflects questions that allow us to screen for exposure and temperature checks prior to each shift.

We look forward to when we may have you back in our facilities and with your loved ones. Please call us if you have questions and concerns, we are here for you!

The following apply to Independent Living Residences ONLY:

Our sales team is able to accommodate tours by appointment only with a limit of two people from the same household in attendance
Limited visitors are allowed into the independent living community, and must wear a facial cloth covering
Mandatory screening activities conducted for approved visitors
Utilization of universal mask precautions for all staff and facial cloth coverings for residents and visitors when in community areas or while with any staff member
Communal dining is available with limited seating by reservation only and adhering to social distancing guidelines and CDC recommended safety precautions
No communal group activities
Adherence to social distancing guidelines at all times

Swift Creek Health Center – Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Skilled Nursing:

No non-essential visitors are allowed into the community
Mandatory screening activities conducted for approved visitors
Utilization of universal mask precautions for all staff and facial cloth coverings for residents when in community areas or while with any staff member
No communal dining or group activities
Adherence to social distancing guidelines at all times

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

July 2, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

Our Sales Team is available for scheduled, virtual tours and appointments, and is available to answer your questions about The Templeton of Cary.

We continue to welcome new residents one at a time, maintaining their safety and the safety of those that have previously made the move to The Templeton. All new residents must adhere to the following precautions.

To protect the health and safety of our staff and residents in our community, we are following several recommended precautions as outlined by the CDC.

EVERYONE CAN DO THEIR PART TO HELP! Prevent and Protect encourages everyone to:

Practice the 3Ws and Wear a cloth covering over their nose and mouth; Wait six feet apart; and Wash their hands often.
Get tested for COVID-19 and use Find My Testing Place to locate a nearby testing site.
Answer the call and participate in the contact tracing process if they may have been exposed to COVID-19.

The following precautions apply to Independent Living Residences ONLY:

Limited visitors permitted
Mandatory screening activities
Communal dining is permitted adhering to social distancing guidelines and CDC recommended safety precautions
Group activities are permitted for groups of 10 people or less
Universal use of facial cloth coverings for residents, visitors, and staff when in community areas or while with any staff member

Swift Creek Health Center – Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Skilled Nursing:

We are looking forward to welcoming our first residents next week. The safety of our new residents, current Templeton Independent Living residents, and staff members is our top priority.

The following precautions are in effect at Swift Creek Health Center:

No non-essential visitors are allowed into the community
Mandatory screening activities conducted for approved visitors
Utilization of universal mask precautions for all staff and facial cloth coverings for residents when in community areas or while with any staff member
No communal dining or group activities
Adherence to social distancing guidelines at all times

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

June 15, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

Our Sales Team remains available for scheduled, virtual tours and appointments, and is available to answer your questions about The Templeton of Cary.

Our new residents are settling into their new home and are beginning to enjoy the socially distanced, out-of-the-box activities and wellness programs developed by our life-enrichment and wellness team. Our commitment to our residents’ whole-person wellness and to the safety of our residents and staff, continue to guide each and every decision we make during this unprecedented time.

At this time, the following safety precautions are in effect:

Limited visitors permitted
Mandatory screening activities
Communal dining is permitted adhering to social distancing guidelines and CDC recommended safety precautions
Group activities are permitted for groups of 10 people or less
The universal use of facial cloth coverings for residents, visitors, and staff when in community areas or while with any staff member

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

June 5, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

We welcomed our first residents into our independent living apartments this week! We are very excited to have them and want to confirm the health and safety of our residents and staff are our top priority. The community will follow the CDC’s recommended safety precautions for retirement living communities. The following precautions are in place:

Visitors are limited and must be approved by the community
Mandatory screening activities are conducted for approved visitors
Utilization of universal cloth mask facial coverings for residents while out of apartments and staff while interacting with residents and each other
Socially distanced dining experiences
Socially distanced fitness and life enrichment experiences

The health and wellbeing of our residents and staff remain our priority as we work through the newest updates regarding the COVID-19 virus. To see some of the fun things we’re doing with our residents and staff, visit our News and Events page (LINK HERE) and like us on Facebook (LINK HERE).

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

May 29, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

Our sales team is currently scheduling virtual appointments to showcase our beautiful community.

We are ready to welcome the first residents into our independent living apartments next week! Our new residents will have to abide by the following safety precautions as they make The Templeton their new home.

No non-essential visitors are allowed into the community
Mandatory screening activities conducted for approved visitors
Utilization of universal mask precautions for all staff and facial cloth coverings for residents when in community areas or while with any staff member
No communal dining or group activities
Adherence to social distancing guidelines at all times

The health and wellbeing of our customers and staff remain our priority as we work through the newest updates regarding the COVID-19 virus. We continue to follow safety precautions and screening activities for any necessary visitors based on recommendations from The CDC, The CMS, and both state and local health departments. All previously posted safety precautions remain in effect at this time.

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

May 22, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

Our sales team is currently scheduling virtual appointments to showcase our beautiful community.

Construction is nearly complete, and we are almost ready to welcome our first residents into our independent living apartments. Our new residents will have to abide by the following safety precautions as they make The Templeton their new home.

No non-essential visitors are allowed into the community
Mandatory screening activities conducted for approved visitors
Utilization of universal mask precautions for all staff and facial cloth coverings for residents when in community areas or while with any staff member
No communal dining or group activities
Adherence to social distancing guidelines at all times

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

May 15, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

As our state and local agencies begin to reopen local businesses, our senior leadership team is in initial conversations about what reopening will look like for The Templeton of Cary and Swift Creek Health Center at The Templeton. We will continue to monitor The Centers for Disease Control and The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for their strategy recommendations and guidance.

Our sales team is available for virtual tours and appointments and to answer any questions you may have.

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

May 8, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

The health and wellbeing of our customers and staff remain our priority as we work through the newest updates regarding the COVID-19 virus. We continue to follow safety precautions and screening activities for any necessary visitors based on recommendations from The Centers for Disease Control, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and both state and local health departments. All previously posted safety precautions remain in effect at this time.

Our sales team is available for virtual tours and appointments and to answer any questions you may have.

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

May 1, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

Construction Update: We are in the final stages of getting all The Templeton and Swift Creek team members settled into the new building. It’s exciting to think that in June we could be welcoming our very first Residents to The Templeton of Cary!

Our sales team is available for virtual tours and appointments and to answer any questions you may have.

The health and wellbeing of our customers and staff remain our priority as we work through the newest updates regarding the COVID-19 virus. We continue to follow safety precautions and screening activities for any necessary visitors based on recommendations from The Centers for Disease Control, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and both state and local health departments. All previously posted safety precautions remain in effect at this time.

For more information about COVID-19, please visit The CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/summary.html#anchor_1580064337377.

April 24, 2020: The Templeton of Cary COVID-19 Update

General Announcements

The health and wellbeing of our customers and staff remain our priority as we work through the newest updates regarding the COVID-19 virus. We continue to follow safety precautions and screening activities for any necessary visitors based on recommendations from The Centers for Disease Control, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and both state and local health departments.