Celebrates milestone with fireworks show to express appreciation to residents, employees

A resident of Ashby Ponds enjoys a special fireworks show that the Erickson Living-managed community held on March 8 to celebrate the completion of COVID-19 vaccination clinics at their campus

AshbyPonds, a senior living community managed by Erickson Living, today announced that it has completed its COVID-19 vaccination clinics with 98percent of its 1,665 residents receiving both doses.

“Since the onset of the pandemic more than 12 months ago, our team has worked diligently with residents, their families and public health officials to help safeguard the well-being of everyone who calls Ashby Ponds home,” said Will Nance, Executive Director of Ashby Ponds. “I’m proud of the exceptional results we have achieved by working together – and I’m thrilled that so many of our residents now have an additional level of protection against COVID-19. We could not have reached this important landmark without the professionalism of our partners at CVS, the unwavering commitment of our staff and the resilience of our residents.”

To celebrate the vaccine milestone, Ashby Ponds held a 10-minute fireworks show on March 8 conducted by Pyrotecnico™.

“The fireworks display was a special way of expressing our appreciation to the residents, employees and partners of Ashby Ponds. We held it in their honor!” stated Mr. Nance. “With the completion of our vaccine clinics, it was also a fun way to convey our confidence and optimism in the future. We have received numerous positive comments about the fireworks since Monday evening.”

Residents of Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Living-managed community, celebrate the successful completion of their COVID-19 vaccination clinics with a colorful fireworks show held on March 8. Photo courtesy of Jack Nevitt

Ashby Ponds would like to share special thanks to the firework event sponsors: Meg Olympia of Long & Foster Real Estate and Christie’s International Real Estate, Wayforth, Quail Creek Promotions, Closets by Design, Allegra Printing, Lizzy Lambert, Realtor®, Georgetown Home Care, Belfort Furniture, The Medical Team, Lifecare Affordability Plan, Kate Ryan of Long & Foster Real Estate and Christie’s International Real Estate.

Every resident who wanted a vaccine at Ashby Ponds has now received both doses, and they look forward to safely enjoying the abundant on-campus amenities, dining experiences, and friendships that are hallmarks of the community’s active, vibrant lifestyle. Residents, staff and visitors continue to take precautionary measures, including wearing masks, maintaining social distance and frequent hand-washing, to keep each other safe and well-protected.

Residents have expressed gratitude for the opportunity to receive the COVID-19 vaccination conveniently on campus.

“At Ashby Ponds, we are a family and we care for one another. We’ve been through so much in the past year, but we’ve done it together. I got the shots because I care about my neighbors and want to see more of them,” said Eva Hauptman, an Ashby Ponds resident. “Now that the vaccine is here, I am confident and optimistic about the future. I’m grateful to Ashby Ponds for bringing it right to us. They made it easy, and now I can’t wait to travel and see my grandchildren and great-grandchildren!”

Ashby Ponds is one of 20 senior living communities managed by Erickson Living. To date, more than 24,500 residents at these communities have received the COVID-19 vaccine.

About Ashby Ponds: Ashby Ponds, one of 20 continuing care retirement communities managed by Erickson Living®, is situated on a scenic 132-acre campus in Ashburn, Virginia. The not-for-profit community of more than 1,650 residents and 550 employees is governed by its own board of directors, affiliated with National Senior Campuses, Inc., who provide independent financial and operational oversight of Ashby Ponds. Additional information can be found at AshbyPonds.com.