Dear Member,
Thank you for your continued patience and understanding as we work to respond quickly to new developments with Coronavirus in our community. As a valued member of our Y, we wanted to let you know about an important update regarding the Brentwood Family YMCA on Concord Road.
Today, one of our employees at the Brentwood Y notified us that they have tested positive for COVID-19. The staff member in question last worked on March 5 and has not been in the Concord Road facility since. However, out of an abundance of caution, we have closed the Brentwood Y in order to perform a professional deep cleaning of the entire building per CDC guidelines.
Christ Church YMCA Also Impacted
The individual did not work at Christ Church, but since the facility shares several staff members with Brentwood, we are closing Christ Church for deep cleaning as well. At this time, we hope to reopen both facilities on Monday for regular hours but will notify you if that changes.
Ensuring Your Safety
The safety of our staff and members is our top priority. Although we believe the risk of exposure based on this incident remains low, we strongly encourage all members to monitor their health, as well as that of their family members, and follow the CDC’s guidance to see your healthcare professional should you feel ill.
Taking Steps to Limit Group Activities
While we do anticipate reopening, we will not be offering any group programming, effective Monday, March 16, at all YMCA of Middle Tennessee locations. This includes but is not limited to classes for Seniors, Group Exercise Classes and Y-Play/YAC. With growing evidence of community spread of the virus, we have made the difficult decision to temporarily suspend these programs and services as an added precaution in observation of the CDC’s recommendations about safe social distancing.
Help Us Keep One Another Healthy
While the CDC and World Health Organization report most infected individuals experience only mild symptoms and recover fully, members are encouraged to protect themselves and others through good hygiene practices:
1. Wash hands frequently, for at least 20 seconds. This will kill the virus on your hands and prevent its spread.
2. Utilize the hand sanitizer available throughout the building before and after using equipment or touching other surfaces like doorknobs, countertops, etc.
3. Use the cleaner provided to wipe down equipment before and after use. It is approved by the Environmental Protection Agency for its effectiveness in killing COVID-19.
4. Use a tissue and dispose of it if you have a runny nose.
5. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
6. If you don’t feel well, please stay home.
Thank you again for your understanding and patience during this challenging time for our community. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to David Kirsch, Executive Director of Membership.
Thank you for your continued patience and understanding as we work to respond quickly to new developments with Coronavirus in our community. As a valued member of our Y, we wanted to let you know about an important update regarding the Brentwood Family YMCA on Concord Road.
Today, one of our employees at the Brentwood Y notified us that they have tested positive for COVID-19. The staff member in question last worked on March 5 and has not been in the Concord Road facility since. However, out of an abundance of caution, we have closed the Brentwood Y in order to perform a professional deep cleaning of the entire building per CDC guidelines.
Christ Church YMCA Also Impacted
The individual did not work at Christ Church, but since the facility shares several staff members with Brentwood, we are closing Christ Church for deep cleaning as well. At this time, we hope to reopen both facilities on Monday for regular hours but will notify you if that changes.
Ensuring Your Safety
The safety of our staff and members is our top priority. Although we believe the risk of exposure based on this incident remains low, we strongly encourage all members to monitor their health, as well as that of their family members, and follow the CDC’s guidance to see your healthcare professional should you feel ill.
Taking Steps to Limit Group Activities
While we do anticipate reopening, we will not be offering any group programming, effective Monday, March 16, at all YMCA of Middle Tennessee locations. This includes but is not limited to classes for Seniors, Group Exercise Classes and Y-Play/YAC. With growing evidence of community spread of the virus, we have made the difficult decision to temporarily suspend these programs and services as an added precaution in observation of the CDC’s recommendations about safe social distancing.
Help Us Keep One Another Healthy
While the CDC and World Health Organization report most infected individuals experience only mild symptoms and recover fully, members are encouraged to protect themselves and others through good hygiene practices:
1. Wash hands frequently, for at least 20 seconds. This will kill the virus on your hands and prevent its spread.
2. Utilize the hand sanitizer available throughout the building before and after using equipment or touching other surfaces like doorknobs, countertops, etc.
3. Use the cleaner provided to wipe down equipment before and after use. It is approved by the Environmental Protection Agency for its effectiveness in killing COVID-19.
4. Use a tissue and dispose of it if you have a runny nose.
5. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
6. If you don’t feel well, please stay home.
Thank you again for your understanding and patience during this challenging time for our community. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to David Kirsch, Executive Director of Membership.
