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My husband Gerald and I moved in to Montefiore in early February. We were aware that a virus was discovered overseas but never dreamed just how serious it would become. Until then we were able to have visitors, go out in our car to shop or outings. The home kept us up to date with daily newsletters on the progress of the Corona virus and how it was increasing.
On the lockdown in the middle of March, the home was put in to total lockdown. This meant we were no longer allowed to leave the grounds except for medical reasons. If visits were necessary, masks and gloves were to be worn until we returned. Then for the next seven days we were checked for blood pressure, temperature and oxygen were recorded. We were no longer allowed visitors.
We give our greatest thanks to staff and nurses for their absolute care and keeping us safe. Their rules have ensured all resident's safety and wellbeing.
The visits by Rabbi and his wife were ceased as they were both in isolation. We miss their presence and Shiur.
Thank you to fellow resident Justin for continuing to hold services. The cafe was temporarily closed but now reopened, as did the hairdresser. Thank you to the staff who created activities to keep us occupied and entertained. The physio Phil remained open and exercise class held every day. The gym was available for us to use under his guidance. Thank you to the chefs who make sure our appetites are nourished - the waiters who are patient with many demands and the housekeepers who make our lives comfortable.
On the lockdown in the middle of March, the home was put in to total lockdown. This meant we were no longer allowed to leave the grounds except for medical reasons. If visits were necessary, masks and gloves were to be worn until we returned. Then for the next seven days we were checked for blood pressure, temperature and oxygen were recorded. We were no longer allowed visitors.
We give our greatest thanks to staff and nurses for their absolute care and keeping us safe. Their rules have ensured all resident's safety and wellbeing.
The visits by Rabbi and his wife were ceased as they were both in isolation. We miss their presence and Shiur.
Thank you to fellow resident Justin for continuing to hold services. The cafe was temporarily closed but now reopened, as did the hairdresser. Thank you to the staff who created activities to keep us occupied and entertained. The physio Phil remained open and exercise class held every day. The gym was available for us to use under his guidance. Thank you to the chefs who make sure our appetites are nourished - the waiters who are patient with many demands and the housekeepers who make our lives comfortable.