VBT offers limited reopening for Senior Center programs

VBT news release
Van Buren Township’s Senior Center announces the reopening of programs and classes beginning Monday, June 14, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. only.
“We’ve missed you all very much and we feel confident we can now open our doors to provide a safe and effective environment for programming and classes,” said Senior Center Director Lynette Jordan.
“Our reopening plan involves safety procedures that allow for safe educational, recreational, and fitness-base activities for our senior population and staff,” said Community Services Director Elizabeth Renaud.
Until further notice, new COVID procedures include:
1. Members must enter and exit the building from the main doors of township hall. Do NOT enter from the Senior Center or Community Services doors.
2. Upon arrival, members will be asked daily COVID screening questions and get their temperatures checked.
3. All members must register for classes in advance by calling the Senior Center at (734) 699-8919. Registration, which is first-come, first-serve, is open from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
4. Masks are required at all times when in the building.
5. Participants must bring their own fitness equipment.
6. Individuals must exit the building immediately when the class is finished.
7. All class and program areas will be sanitized between programs by township staff.
8. Class sizes will be limited.
“We are so looking forward to seeing all of your smiling eyes and catching up,” said Senior Coordinator Pat McBride.
Please note, this is not a full reopening of the Senior Center. This is a limited opening of programs and classes only. To view a list of available programs visit vanburen-mi.org/seniorcenter .