The Fountains at RiverVue Administers First COVID-19 Vaccines

More than 120 residents and staff members of The Fountains at RiverVue, a Watermark Retirement Community in Tuckahoe, N.Y., received the first of a two-dose vaccine against COVID-19 this week. The onsite clinic by Omnicare/CVS launched Monday, Jan. 25, with 72 residents and 50 associates being vaccinated throughout the day. The community has a second clinic scheduled for Feb. 15.

Among the residents vaccinated was World War II veteran, Frank Caruso, and his wife of 75 years, Anne. Caruso safely celebrated his 100th birthday in 2020, and he was thrilled to receive the first vaccine alongside his wife and friends in the community. The couple looks forward to resuming much of what they’ve enjoyed at The Fountains at RiverVue, especially the musical events.

Fountains at RiverVue Executive Director Monica Lafferty said excitement was high among residents as the vaccine clinic began – a sign that the community will soon regain much of its vibrancy.

“Our residents have shown admirable resiliency as they have taken significant precautions to keep themselves and one another safe against the virus. They deserve this gift of the vaccine so that they can have more freedom to reconnect with their neighbors and safely return to the activities that once filled their calendars.”

At Monday's clinic, a registered nurse was on hand to monitor residents for reactions to the vaccine. Under Watermark's Stay Safe. Be Well. program, staff has been trained to constantly watch residents for symptoms of the disease and will continue to do so regarding response to the vaccine.

To learn more about The Fountains at RiverVue, call 914-768-6000.