Dress for Success Western Massachusetts was forced to shut down its boutique due to social distancing, but strives to serve the women in its programs remotely, many of whom were at a distinct disadvantage because they either lacked connectivity or did not know how to use the tools needed for things like Zoom meetings or online learning.
Dress for Success digital literacy task force provides outreach and individual support. On June 18, the organization will host a 24-hour day of giving, with a goal of purchasing at least 20 laptops — complete with software and internet access — to help women accessing the program bridge the digital divide.
Dress for Success Western Massachusetts is part of a worldwide nonprofit organization dedicated to the empowerment of women as they take control of their personal and professional lives. Programs include “Foot in the Door,” a professional women’s mentor group and the Margaret Fitzgerald One-On-One Mentoring program.
At the completion of such programs, each woman receives free professional attire and accessories at Dress for Success’s suiting boutique at the Eastfield Mall, Springfield. Prior to the pandemic, women were also referred to the boutique by social service agencies throughout the region.
People can visit westernmass.dressforsuccess.org to donate. Contact Margaret Tantillo, executive director, at 860-638-8980 for additional details.
In conjunction with the Phase Two reopening of Massachusetts, Holyoke Mall will reopen Tuesday for on-property retail and restaurants with enhancements to its safety and sanitizing policies and procedures.
The Mall will introduce new safety and sanitizing policies and procedures, along with Healthy Shopper Guidelines with Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations everyone must follow prior to entering the property. Holyoke Mall will operate under modified hours of operation, Monday – Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Guests will be greeted with a wide range of safety and sanitizing policies and procedures, all designed to make Holyoke Mall as safe as possible for its employees, tenants and guests. They include:
Face Mask Requirement: Everyone visiting Holyoke Mall will be required to wear a face mask, in accordance with CDC guidelines.
Social Distancing: All guests will be reminded to maintain social distancing and stay 6 feet apart with visual reminders placed throughout the center, along with new one-way directional signage to avoid contact with other guests.
Enhanced Cleaning and Sanitizing: Holyoke Mall has enhanced its cleaning and sanitizing of the common areas and numerous touch points, restrooms, seating areas, and food court.
Proactive Touchless Disinfecting: Holyoke Mall cleaning team will be utilizing new electrostatic sprayers, leveraging the same technology used to clean hospital rooms to sanitize its center using an approved disinfectant recommended by the CDC.
Hand Sanitizer Stations: New hand sanitizer stations will be available at:
■digital directories throughout the property
■food court areas
■elevators and escalators
■throughout the common area.
Curbside Pickup: Several restaurants are offering curbside pickup, including Uno’s Pizzeria & Grill, Sumo Japanese Steakhouse and The Greek Place. While Target is open for shopping, they also still offer curbside pickup. Macy’s and Best Buy are offering curbside pickup as well.
Daily Health Screenings for Holyoke Mall employees, security, housekeeping employees and all contractors returning.
In addition, Holyoke Mall has created “Healthy Shopper Guidelines” with CDC recommendations that everyone must follow prior to entering the property. They include:
1. Face masks or coverings must be worn by everyone.
2. Refrain from touching your nose, mouth and eyes.
3. Keep a safe distance from other people, a minimum of 6 feet.
4. Stay to the right and follow the one-way traffic arrows throughout the property.
5. Wash your hands with soap and warm water frequently and for at least 20 seconds.
6. Use hand sanitizer stations located throughout the property.
7. Avoid standing in lines and keep a safe distance from other people.
8. Avoid touching products you do not intend to purchase.
9. Please assess your health before visiting. Avoid entering this building if you have, or recently have had, symptoms associated with COVID-19: a temperature greater than 100°F, cough, body aches, rash, sore throat, loss of taste or smell, etc.
10. Avoid entering our property if you, or anyone you have been in close contact with, has been diagnosed with COVID-19 or been placed in a quarantine for possible contact with COVID-19.
In conjunction with the Phase Two reopening of Massachusetts, Hampshire Mall will reopen for on-property retail and restaurants with enhancements to its safety and sanitizing policies and procedures.
Hampshire Mall has reopened for on-property retail and restaurants following the official Massachusetts Phase Two guidance. As part of its reopening, Hampshire Mall will introduce significant changes to its safety and sanitizing policies and procedures, along with healthy shopper guidelines with Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations everyone must follow prior to entering the property. Hampshire Mall will operate under modified hours of operation, Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Guests will be greeted with a wide range of safety and sanitizing policies and procedures, all designed to make Hampshire Mall as safe as possible for its employees, tenants and guests. They include:
Face Mask Requirement: Everyone visiting Hampshire Mall will be required to wear a face mask, in accordance with Massachusetts state and CDC guidelines.
Social Distancing: All guests will be reminded to maintain social distancing and stay 6 feet apart with visual reminders placed throughout the center, along with new one-way directional signage to avoid contact with other guests.
Enhanced Cleaning and Sanitizing: Hampshire Mall has enhanced its cleaning and sanitizing of the common areas and numerous touch points, restrooms, seating areas, and food court. This includes using CDC-recommended disinfectants designated as effective against SARS-CoV-2 virus in accordance with or exceeding CDC sanitation guidelines.
Proactive Touchless Disinfecting: Hampshire Mall’s cleaning team will be utilizing new electrostatic sprayers, leveraging the same technology used to clean hospital rooms to sanitize its center using an approved disinfectant recommended by the CDC.
Hand Sanitizer Stations: New hand sanitizer stations will be available at:
■digital directories throughout the property
■food court areas
■elevators and escalators
■throughout the common area.
Curbside Pickup: Guests are encouraged to take advantage of our additional parking spaces at various center entrances designated for curbside pickup from your favorite brands. The following are participating retailers:
Arizona Pizza Company
Dick’s Sporting Goods
JoAnn Fabric and Crafts
PetSmart
Target
Daily Health Screenings for Hampshire Mall employees, security, housekeeping employees and all contractors returning.
In addition, Hampshire Mall has created “Healthy Shopper Guidelines” with CDC recommendations that everyone must follow prior to entering the property. They include:
1. Face masks or coverings must be worn by everyone.
2. Refrain from touching your nose, mouth and eyes.
3. Keep a safe distance from other people, a minimum of 6 feet.
4. Stay to the right and follow the one-way traffic arrows throughout the property.
5. Wash your hands with soap and warm water frequently and for at least 20 seconds.
6. Use hand sanitizer stations located throughout the property.
7. Avoid standing in lines and keep a safe distance from other people.
8. Avoid touching products you do not intend to purchase.
9. Please assess your health before visiting. Avoid entering this building if you have, or recently have had, symptoms associated with COVID-19: a temperature greater than 100°F, cough, body aches, rash, sore throat, loss of taste or smell, etc.
10. Avoid entering our property if you, or anyone you have been in close contact with, has been diagnosed with COVID-19 or been placed in a quarantine for possible contact with COVID-19.