Coronavirus vaccine arrives at Heritage Homes
Pictured is Heritage Homes resident Lillian Matz receiving her first COVID-19 vaccine shot.
WATERTOWN, WI (February 1, 2021) — Heritage Homes, a senior care community, hosted a COVID-19 vaccination clinic onsite on Saturday, Jan. 30. Heritage Homes residents and team members received the first of two Moderna shots.
“For the past ten months, our community has been deeply impacted and challenged by this virus,” said Barb Butler, RN, Administrator at Heritage Homes. “By administering the vaccine to our residents and team members, we hope to transition to a new normal. One where we are diligent but can see our loved ones and welcome back the community into our building.”
Heritage Homes partnered with Walgreens Pharmacy to administer the vaccinations. Lillian Matz was among the Heritage Homes residents to receive the vaccine.
“I wanted to receive the vaccine because I have seen friends succumb to COVID-19,” Lillian said. “On behalf of my children, I wanted to receive it. At my age, I knew that if I caught COVID, it could easily become traumatic. I am thankful for the Walgreen’s pharmacy team and Heritage Homes for beautifully organizing the vaccine experience.”
The second vaccine shot will be distributed in late February.
“We recognize the strain the pandemic put on our team members, tenants, and family members,” said Christopher Meyer, Chief Executive Officer for The Lutheran Home Association. “We appreciate the opportunity to offer the vaccine and value our partnerships with local organizations and pharmacies. We look forward to the days when we can once again open our doors for everyday visits, events, and activities.”
Mark Hayes, Vice President of Ministry for The Lutheran Home Association, shared this prayer for combatting COVID-19.
Dear Father, as we continue into 2021, we know everything isn’t going to change immediately, but we are grateful for the positive trends we have been blessed with. Cases of the virus are low in our care communities. The safety measures we have put in place have been effective. A vaccine is already beginning to be distributed. Thank you, Lord for these great blessings. Even though we can’t see the reason for all of this and don’t know what the outcome will be, you have proven over time that you always have our best interests in mind, and you are completely devoted to us. Strengthen our trust in you and the humility to let you steer the ship. We need your peace and the strength you give every day. Thank you for caring for our residents and guiding our staff and leaders through this difficult time. Hold our hands through the new year and instill in us the confidence that you will never leave our side. As your children, we pray in confidence. Amen.
About Heritage Homes
Located in a beautiful residential setting in Watertown, Wisconsin, Heritage Homes offers the unique ability to access the specific level of care you need while still enjoying all the comforts of home. From our independent and assisted living apartments to our memory care studios, we offer a wide range of amenities to help you feel productive, secure and at home, even as your needs change. Learn more at heritagehomes.org and “Like” us on Facebook.