Please be advised that this permission comes with extremely strict guidance put in place for the continued protection and safety of our residents and staff.
1. All visitations will be done by appointment only.
For Merry Heart Health Care Center/Nursing Home, please call Anita Vescio at (973) 584-4000 ext. 1183 for an appointment before 8:30 p.m
For Merry Heart Assisted Living, please call Jovita Balagtas at (973) 584-4000 ext. 2180 for an appointment before 6:00 pm. No visit will be honored without a confirmed appointment.
2. Visits are allowed only between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
3. Visitors are limited to only two (2) person per resident per day. There will be no exceptions made.
4. Visits will be limited to 15 minutes only.
5. Visitors are requested to bring their own face mask during their visit. No visitor will be allowed without a face mask.
6. Visitors are requested not to bring any outside food during their visit.
7. Restrooms will not be available to visitors at this time.
8. Every visitor will be screened before meeting our residents. Upon screening, any visitor demonstrating any signs or symptoms related to COVID-19 will not be allowed to meet our residents. Therefore, please avoid visiting your loved ones if you are experiencing any signs of COVID-19 or have been tested positive for COVID-19.
9. Upon your visit to the facility, you will be required to sign an informed consent that you are aware of the possible risk of exposure to COVID-19.
10. Social distancing will be maintained at all times during the visit. Please refrain from making any kind of physical contact with your loved one.
11. In case of inclement weather, all visitations will be cancelled.
Finally, as we cruise along executing these guidelines, we will continue to make changes to make it better, safer and more convenient to all of us. We hope you enjoy your visit with your loved ones.