​Important COVID Information

Our exceptional infection control practices are guided by the leadership of our infection preventionist and medical director Dr. Ronald Nahass, who specializes in infectious disease management.

Our hearts and our doors are open to those who need our services during these unprecedented times. We are accepting new admissions on all our campuses. If you are considering our services, take a Virtual Tour to learn more about the safe, personalized, home-away-from-home experience that makes us the senior care provider of choice.
​

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS
Bridgeway Care & Rehabilitation and Avalon Assisted Living are committed to the safety of our post-acute patients, long-term care and assisted living residents, and our dedicated staff. Rest assured that we have implemented extensive, proactive safety and prevention protocols in all of our buildings. 

DOWNLOAD OUR SAFETY PROTOCOLS

Stay in Touch!
​Our Visitation Policies

We understand the importance of staying connected with loved ones during your stay at Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Centers and The Avalons. That is why we are offering a variety of safe, secure ways for our residents and patients to connect with friends and family both virtually and in person. Visitation policies are changing as more people are vaccinated and according to the New Jersey Department of Health updated protocols.
LEARN MORE

LEARN MORE

On Admission

• Upon admission to Bridgeway, every patient must go through a required 14-day period of isolation to ensure their safety and the safety of the other residents and staff.
• During this time, we recommend using Family Messenger to record videos and well wishes at your convenience, which will be presented to the resident by our committed staff of activities professionals.
• ​If you prefer, a mutually convenient time can be scheduled for Skype Visits. Using one of our tablets, Bridgeway staff will facilitate a virtual visit between residents and their families.

After Isolation

• Once the required isolation period is finished, we are able to schedule in-person, Outdoor Visitation for residents and their families.​​

Bridgeway's scheduling system is very easy to use.

To schedule one of these options, click here.

Do you know how to wear
​a mask the right way?

It may not seem that complicated. But wearing a mask properly is one of the best ways to practice proper COVID-19 safety precautions. It's not difficult. It simply requires some attention to detail. Here are some tips to help you, and those around you, stay healthy.  GET THE TIPS

Learn more

When to Wear a Mask
Masks help stop droplets that contain the coronavirus from spreading and infecting others. Studies have shown that about half of people who have COVID-19 don’t know they have the virus.

• Wear a mask when interacting with the public, when entering businesses, visiting healthcare providers, taking public transportation, and going through a drive-through.
• Wear a mask if you'll be in close contact with someone who isn't family.

​6 Do's and 6 Don'ts for Wearing a Mask 

• DO make sure the mask covers your nose and mouth, and even your chin.
• DO make sure the mask is not too loose, especially on the sides.
• DO only handle masks by strings or loops.
• DO use hand sanitizer, or wash your hands for at least 20 seconds, before taking a mask on and off.
• DO store your mask in a paper bag, which is clean and breathable to reduce the potential for microbial growth. A new bag must be used each time it is stored.
• DO wash your mask after extended use.
  
  
  
• DON'T touch the outside of the mask. Virus that landed on the outside of your mask could then be on your hands and passed onto whatever else you touch. 
• DON'T touch the outside of the mask, then touch the inside of the mask and put it back on. You may be breathing in that virus.
• DON'T touch your face before you have washed your hands thoroughly. (See our post below for proper hand washing techniques.)
• DON’T play with the mask. Use the side straps when taking the mask off and putting it on.
• DON’T put masks on babies and children who are under 2 years old, or seniors who already struggle to breathe.
• DON’T hang your mask from the rear view mirror of your car when you’re done wearing it. It’s against the law in New Jersey.
  
  

Be Kind. Wear a mask, stay healthy and help others do the same.
DOWNLOAD A COPY HERE

Keep Calm and Keep on
Washing Your Hands

Washing your hands frequently is one of the best ways to stay healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic, and always. Check our downloadable, step-by-step guide for proper hand washing techniques and how to use hand sanitizer when you can’t use soap and water.  WASH UP HERE

read more

Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly with soap for at least 20 seconds, or as long as it takes you to hum two rounds of "Happy Birthday". Here's the proper method:
DOWNLOAD A COPY HERE
​

4 Tips for Seniors to Stay Connected

Social distancing doesn't have to mean social isolation. Now, more than ever, people need to find smart ways to stay connected. Here are some ideas for staying social. 

Learn more

​Learn new technology.
Facetime, Skype, Zoom, Facebook, Twitter, and email are only a few technologies that exist to help you talk with family and friends. Doing the basics is easy. But if setting up an account feels daunting, ask a friend, neighbor, grandchild, niece or nephew for help.

​Stay active in the community from home.
Many organizations — faith-based groups, nonprofits, arts and cultural organizations, parks and botanical gardens to name a few - are now offering virtual tours, events and programs to get you out and about without leaving your home.

​Watch the news, but keep it reasonable.
Watch a news update in the morning, then check in again in the evening. Don’t stay with it for long periods of time — 30 minutes or an hour is plenty to stay in touch with news about COVID-19. Watching the 24/7 news channels all day, where typically not much changes hour by hour, can help create needless anxiety.

​Reach out to family and friends.
Stay in touch with family and friends, even people you haven’t seen in awhile. The thoughtful gesture will be much appreciated. After all, we’re in this together.

​And, if you do go out: When you return home, be sure to wash your hands thoroughly with soap for at least 20 seconds, or as long as it takes you to hum two rounds of “Happy Birthday.” Check out our “Keep Calm and Keep On Washing Your Hands” post for proper techniques.
​

Sweet Treat Recipe

There's almost nothing more comforting than a home-baked, sweet treat to add a little happiness to your day. Here's a light and easy recipe to whip up. All you'll need are some common ingredients, and you'll be ready to roll. GET THE RECIPE

GET BAKING

Strawberry Shortcake-Cookie Cups

COVID-19

Learn more about our campuses:

​Avalon

​Bridgeway