Last Updated on January 19, 2024
Below is the list of reoccurring topics of interest I have taken the responsibility to maintain and update periodically or when timely. Some I submit after sending them to Managers to alter or add before re-submitting them to reappear on our website. Other topics I glean from minutes and reports from Committees.
1. The General Services contact instructions are on our website, with the current hours under General Services Communications. If you do need something fixed or repaired, call, or for non-urgent requests, residents may fill out a Request a Service Work Order online under the ME icon forms. If there is an emergency after hours, or on weekends, call Security for help. There are now GS Comment Forms on ME to report on your service call from GS. Take time to revisit the Landline Telephone System Guidelines for using your apartment phone at the bottom of the list of links.
2. Recurring Opportunities for Voicing Concerns are listed under Campus Info>Getting Things Done and Getting Started has been updated for 2024 on our website for handy reference. The Council Communication Form icon on our website can be used to alert the Council to a problem. Also, the Administration welcomes comments, please send them to ccifeedback@erickson.com.
3. Resident Directory Info: The latest printed version, January, can be obtained by asking at lobby desks. The only E-directory is on My Erickson, which is password protected. Changes to both directories should be referred to the Res. Life Asst., Deanna Booker, at Ext. 601-8230.
4. ccicharlestown.org: Recurring Opportunities has been updated for 2024 on our website. The Ellic Spring 2024 catalog, registration form and updates are available on our website. 2024 Maryland Legislation tracking is now posted on our website. Hope is creating a team of residents to assist other residents with the use of computers, those interested in helping can reach out to her. Questions or suggestions for the website may be submitted on the Home Page. Check the current Covid-19 Continuing Care Visitor Guidelines under News on the website before you visit.
5. BCF: A Treasure Sale record of $236,581 was raised in 2023! Red Leaves are available for a donation and/or pledge. An unveiling of the tree with the new engraved red leaves will take place on Feb. 13. The Ladies’ Boutique will celebrate its 10th Anniversary with an open house and sale on February 13th also. Putterland opens 2/20-24 for winter fun and fundraising for the BCF. Volunteers are needed, contact Pat Kasuda or Donna Ferrara! Memory Bricks are available for the Memory Walk on May 7. Treasure Sale need volunteers for all sorts of tasks, please contact Emily, ext. 8892. Treasure Sale is scheduled for Feb.1 thru 3, 2024. Thanks to all those who volunteer!
6. Resident Life & Community Resources: CR will hold an Arts & Crafts sale on Mar. 6 and are looking for participants. Contact Brittany. CC requests volunteers to share their talents for CC activities and card players. Allison is looking for prize donations for CC Bingo. Res. Life Tapestry Team is scheduling neighborhood meetings beginning with the Atrium on 1/24. The next will be at CTS in March. The RL Committee is asking suggestions on what else we can be doing to welcome new residents, contact Margaret Vincent. Merci requires volunteers for the Low Vision Reading Brigade. Please complete and return the Pictorial Directory Survey that was in your cubby.
7. Medical Center: CC Covid-19 restrictions and guidelines are posted on our resident website each week under the News icon on the Home page. Dean asks we complete and send back the third party survey from PressGaney Associates regarding your experiences with the Medical Center that we will be receiving in the mail. The COVID-19 vaccine is available for all residents who have not received their shots. However, individuals should discuss the RSV vaccine with their physician. A Mask may be required at the Medical Center if a resident is symptomatic. Sign up for the Care Path Program, even though you may have your doctor off-campus, in case of emergencies. Check CC visitation restrictions before you go there. Remember to schedule and keep your Annual Wellness visits. If you are going to the hospital on your own (i.e., elective surgery) please let security know.
8. Move-out Process at the End of Life article was in the August Sunburst and is found permanently on our website in the Blog area. BCF is asking us to inform families that we offer our volunteers to pack up any donations left behind in loved ones’ apartments, and that there is no charge for the removal of approved larger items left for donation to the Treasure Sale. Our volunteers work quickly because they realize time is of the essence. Contact Emily Fowler at Ext. 601-8892.
9. Housekeeping: Dumpster Day is rescheduled for 1/24. Look for a shredding event in April. Home Care: Hurry! Home Support has a promotion that if you sign up by 1/31 you get a 4th week free & learn how to get 4 free weeks. Call 410-737-8801.
Extras: Medication Disposal Day is Monday, 1/22 1-3PM. Sign-Up for AARP Tax-Aide Assistance, Fri. 1/26 in the Auditorium at 10:30AM-Noon. Ellic is looking for recording/sound support help, as well as ushers, call Gif. Brittany is looking for backup Birthday Angels for all buildings and for volunteers to color birthday cards. Archives is looking for photographers. Again, volunteers are needed for the Treasure Sale and Putterland!
Charlie Eichenlaub
Communications Committee