From Brian’s Desk
It has started to feel more like “old times” around here, with people now back in the building five days a week. It has been great to see so many people return and tell us how much they’ve missed being here. Even though cases are on the rise again as I write this in mid-August, I’m holding out hope that we can continue to reopen safely.
Meals will continue to be drive-through-only for a while, as having that many people in the dining room without masks is too risky at this time. We are watching the case numbers in our area, and will fully reopen as soon as we feel it is safe to do so.
Even though many restrictions have been lifted by the state, the PA Department of Aging and Montgomery County are requiring stricter standards for organizations serving older adults, including TRAAC. We serve a population that is more likely to have serious complications from COVID, and some people are unable to get vaccinated due to other medical issues, so we are being cautious.
Please be patient as we reopen in a way that strives to keep everyone as safe as possible.
Comedy Night Fundraiser
Please come out for our upcoming Comedy Night at Soul Joel’s in Royersford! It will be a fun night with lots of laughter, and food from Captain’s Curbside and Maggie Moos ice cream (or bring your own!). The event is outside under a huge roof, and everyone will be spaced apart. Please check out the article in this issue for more information.
Kitchen Changes
Our kitchen is fully staffed once again! A big welcome to chefs Karin and Traci. Karin Heinly is our new director of nutrition services and Traci Zammetti is our new sous chef. Karin and her husband owned the Stonersville Hotel for many years, before selling it recently. Traci has a degree in culinary arts, and has been a personal chef. Please welcome them both when you see them!
Get Vaccinated!
Help us get back to normal - please consider getting a COVID vaccination as soon as you are able. Vaccines are safe and effective, and have been responsible for saving countless lives from diseases such as polio, smallpox, tetanus, whooping cough, and others. The vaccines developed to combat COVID went through the same rigorous testing process as every other vaccine, just in an accelerated time period thanks in part to the funding available. If you have concerns, please talk to your doctor.
If you want to get vaccinated but have had trouble getting signed up, please call the hotline at 833-875-3967 (for Montgomery County residents), or call the TRAAC at 610-323-5009 and we will help you get registered.
Can’t Wait to See You
Now that we have begun to reopen, keep an eye on our website, our Facebook page, and our email newsletter for up-to-date information on available programs and services.
It has been great to have some people back in the building, and we can’t wait to get back to normal. If you have concerns about coming back to the TRAAC, please reach out to me.