Dear Residents, Families, and Associates of Byron Park, This letter is to provide additional information about our current COVID19 cases. As of today, we have 10 active associate (staff) cases and one independent living resident positive for COVID19. Gratefully, our resident and team remain stable and will stay home until cleared by local health authorities. As a reminder, part of our response to this case includes a full review and… Read More
Byron Park: Update From The Executive Director
Dear Residents, Families, and Associates of Byron Park, This letter is to provide additional information about our current COVID-19 cases. We continue to have no active resident cases. As of today, we have 9 active associate cases. At this time, the origin of exposure is not known but believed to be outside of Byron Park. Thankfully, our team members are stable and will remain at home until cleared by local… Read More
Byron Park: Update From The Executive Director
Dear Residents, Families, and Associates of Byron Park, As promised, we will continue to share important information as soon as we can to ensure everyone is informed and prepared. This letter is to provide additional information about our daily operations and an update on COVID19 cases. As a reminder, a notice was sent out yesterday noting the community has temporarily suspended all communal dining and programming due to our active… Read More
California Department of Public Health Visitor Requirements
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has issued new requirements for visitors in many care settings, including Assisted Living, Memory Care and CCRCs, including vaccination, boosters, and testing. Beginning Friday, January 7, 2022, through February 7, 2022 (unless extended), CDPH requires the following must be met to visit a resident in an Assisted Living community: Indoor Visits: Indoor visits will be allowed only under the following conditions: Visitors must… Read More
Byron Park: Update From The Executive Director
Dear Residents, Families, and Associates of Byron Park, This letter is to update you on the status of the community as well as the upcoming change in visitation requirements set forth by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). As of today, we have 3 active cases of COVID19. There is the one previously reported Independent Living resident and 2 associate cases. At this time, the origin of exposure is… Read More
Byron Park: Update From The Executive Director
Dear Residents, Families, and Associates of Byron Park, During our ongoing weekly testing, we identified one asymptomatic Independent Living resident positive for COVID-19. Thankfully, the resident is doing well and will be isolating in their apartment. The health authorities such as Contra Costa Public Health and Community Care Licensing have been notified. Currently, we have no other known cases or symptomatic associates or residents and will continue weekly testing… Read More
Kisco COVID-19 Update With Andy Kohlberg
The choice to work in the Senior Living industry inherently includes a commitment to the safety of those we serve. Kisco has implemented a vaccine requirement for all associates as of September 30th, and the vast majority of residents and associates are now fully vaccinated. Additionally, starting in October, our communities have access to receive the CDC recommended Pfizer Covid-19 booster shots. As a result, our communities continue to be… Read More
Kisco’s National Culinary Quick Fire Challenge
Kisco’s National Culinary Quick Fire Challenge went live this week streaming our community Chef’s from coast to the coast. The event was hosted by Randall Lonoza, National Director of Culinary Services. The Dining and Wellness teams partnered up and were challenged to use a secret ingredient in their creations; Giuseppe Giusti Gran Deposito Aceto Balsamico Di Modena- a 12-year aged Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. The culinary teams could prepare any… Read More
Byron Park: Update From The Executive Director
Dear Residents, Families, and Associates of Byron Park, Many of you have inquired about upcoming changes to mask usage, testing protocols, vaccination requirements and visitation at Byron Park. Over the course of the last 15 months our method has been to take a collaborative, mindful, and staged approach with the health and well-being of our residents and associates as our priority. While we may be ready to continue to move… Read More
Downsizing With Ease Event at Byron Park
THURSDAY, JULY 1, 2021 | 2:30PM Whether downsizing in your current home, transitioning to a smaller place or anything in between, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with the process of change and all the ‘stuff of life.’ Join us as we navigate through home organizing and learn how to create a place that is just right for you! Learn from three specialists in the fields of organizing, moving and real… Read More