5/13/2021 CDC announces that fully vaccinated individuals do not need masks either inside or outside. Exception is airline travel and health care settings or for those who are immunocompromised. Caution: Guidelines could change again if the pandemic gets worse.
5/8/2021 New Guidelines: Universal Best Practices LINK
4/16/2021 New Hampshire Governor ends mask mandate READ ARTICLE
Another article further explains Sununu’s reasoning:
The mask mandate was the last major statewide restriction Sununu imposed. Sununu said it was logical for it to be the first one lifted once circumstances changed and enough people were vaccinated….But wearing face coverings in public remains the proper practice when people can’t maintain social distancing, Sununu said.
Additional changes are coming:
In another major move, Sununu said that on May 7 he will end all industry-specific restrictions, such as seating limits and plastic barrier requirements, and replace them with a universal set of “best practices.”
4/1/2021 Be aware that your site / appointment may have changed
A neighbor has shares some important advice: [We] got our first COVID shots on March 5th at Londonderry and at the time, they scheduled our second shot for April 8th. Last night I received an email from the CDC saying that I had not scheduled my second shot. I decided to call the 211 number to confirm our next appointment. When I called them today, they told me that when the location was changed from Londonderry to Salem, and when the new appointment website became active, all the second appointments were cancelled and I needed to make another appointment. We were fortunate because we were able to get an even better appointment for 6:15 today. …[advice for neighbors] that if they had their first vaccine shot in Londonderry, they may want to call that 211 number to reconfirm to make sure their next appointment was not cancelled.
3/25/2021 Sununu announced that all NH residents ages 16+ will be eligible to be vaccinated.
3/17/2021 Vaccination site moved from Exit 4 in Londonderry to Rockingham Mall in Salem. You should receive notification; previous appointments are valid.
3/15/2021 When will you receive your stimulus check?
It’s easy to check by using this IRS link. You need to put in your social security number and date of birth to identify yourself. You can find out what you will receive, when it will arrive and to what account it will be deposited (or mailed).
3/9/2021 The CDC has issued guidelines for how fully-vaccinated people can safely gather. For the fully vaccinated, small groups can safely gather. Also, small groups gathering with non-vaccinated from one household who do not have underlying health issues is OK. Hugs for all!
2/5/2021 New – Those receiving #1 dose of vaccine will be automatically scheduled for #2 READ the article in Union Leader
2/4/2021 Governor Sununu announced that there are new appointments for #2 vaccines now in the VAMS system. If your appointment is not within the recommended time for the second dose, go into the VAMS system, cancel your appointment and reschedule. (Note – it works! One neighbor went from 4/3 to 2/23.)
1/30/2021 First week of vaccines for 65+
So exciting that dose #1 is available for those 65+. Most neighbors had no issues – just a lot of
waiting in our cars. The National Guard personnel running the program were kind, efficient and personable. For those who signed up for dose #2 and were unable to get an appointment within the recommended window (most got dates around 8 weeks out!) there is hope. On Tuesday 2/1 at 8:00 AM, the VAMS site will allow those looking for earlier dates to schedule appointments. READ the explanation from WMUR.
1/23/2021 Many neighbors have successfully scheduled their vaccinations – HOORAY! If you have not yet received your EMAIL to schedule, CHECK YOUR SPAM FOLDER!
1/14/2021 Beginning January 22, residents age 65+ can register for vaccinations.
Visit vaccines.nh.gov to check what phase you are (based on age and health).
Beginning 1/22 schedule your vaccination at nh.gov/covid19
PHASE 1B: Scheduling Begins on 1/22/2021 at 8:00AM and Vaccinations Start on 1/26/2021
“When completing registration, please be prepared to answer questions about allergies and medications. Information about health insurance is requested but this information is not required. You will not be charged if you are vaccinated at a state-run site.”
1/6/2021 NH Department of Health & Human Services: COVID-19 Information on NH vaccine distribution plan
12/9/2020 PRESS RELEASE: Active Cases of Covid-19 are Rising in Londonderry – Town EMD Urges Residents to Observe Covid-19 Protocols
12/5/2020 Where are you in line to get a vaccination? Tool from the New York Times, based on your location, age and medical conditions. LINK
November 20, 2020 Massachusetts restricts travel from NH Mass.gov WMUR
November 19, 2020 Governor Sununu announced a statewide MASK MANDATE
November 15, 2020 NH Vaccine Distribution Plan – 5 Group Priority List (Union Leader)
The five groups (quoted from the article):
Phase 1a: Because more than 80% of New Hampshire’s deaths from COVID-19 have been related to long-term care settings, residents of those facilities will get the first shots, along with health-care workers and first responders.
Phase 1b: The second group will include older adults in other group living settings, such as senior complexes, and people of all ages who have other conditions that put them at “significantly” higher risk.
Phase 2: Vaccines will be offered to school teachers and staff, child-care workers, critical workers in other high-risk settings, people with conditions that put them at moderately higher risk, those in homeless shelters or group homes, prisoners and prison staff, and all other seniors.
Phase 3: This group includes young adults, children and workers in occupations “important to the functioning of society and at increased risk of exposure” who were not included in the earlier phases.
Phase 4: The final group is everyone else.
November 13, 2020 Safer at Home NH
“We all know you are healthier at home, and that continues to be true, but we are also taking steps to reopen our economy in a smart, step-by-step approach that is supported by facts, science and data.” -Governor Chris Sununu
October 16, 2020
October 8, 2020
September 1, 2020: Your Board of Directors has revisited the rules for use of HW facilities during this Covid period. For the maximum safety of all residents the Club House and outside facilities will remain as originally designated in response to Covid precautions:
USE OF THE CLUB HOUSE AND ALL OUTSIDE FACILITIES ARE TEMPORARILY OPEN TO RESIDENTS ONLY.
Follow-up email from the BOD 9/3/2020: In response to comments from some residents we would like to clarify the following. We regret the latest communication about not opening facilities to guests sounded like a demand, our intent was to highlight the latest of the many communications regarding this subject. After seeking legal guidance, we want to clarify that our objective is to ensure our community remains as safe as possible during the Covid-19 pandemic. We ask that all members of the community respect our request to limit all guests from using the Clubhouse and all outside facilities. While we are unable to enforce this request, it is our hope that all residents will consider the community as a whole when deciding if they will comply with this request. We are aware also that some residents feel that the request is too restrictive while others would prefer more restrictions.
As evidenced globally, no one knows the right or best way to protect against Covid and neither do we.
Sincerely,
The Hickory Woods Board of Directors
IS YOUR HAND SANITIZER EPA APPROVED? Great info, shared by Ellen Medeiros: Here is a resource that will confirm if a hand sanitizer or disinfectant is approved by the EPA to be effective against Covid-19. Not all products are. Use this link to the EPA site. Enter the EPA Reg # of the product, usually found on the back of the container. It will let you know if the product is approved. Not long ago I purchased a hand sanitizer container only to learn it was not approved for Covid-19. Buyer beware!
August 2020: Governor Sununu has mandated masks for groups of 100+ with specific mention of political events.
8/7/2020 Reminder on wiping down exercise equipment: We have had a few comments regarding cleaning of exercise equipment after use. For anyone who uses the gym, it is at your own risk, AND the cleaning of equipment after use is considered a courtesy for your neighbors.
7/12/2020 Use of Clubhouse outdoor amenitites (From the HW BOD) It has come to our attention that the current clubhouse outdoor restrictions are not what we, as a community, want. Because of this, your Board of Directors has decided to extend the use of clubhouse outside facilities to house guests of Unit Owners. Please remember that any use of the facilities do not include the use of any inside facilities and per our Bylaws, all guests must always be accompanied by at least one Unit Owner. Waivers for any guests also need to be signed.
7/12/2020 SCAM ALERTS Targeting aging adults, charitable giving, stimulus payments etc
7/4/2020 RESTRICTIONS ON CLUBHOUSE USE From the HW BOD It has been a while since the email outlining the use of our Clubhouse and outside amenities was sent, so this is to remind everyone that the use of our Clubhouse and outside amenities continues to be restricted to Unit Owners only. Use also continues to be at your own risk. While we are witnessing a gradual opening up of many businesses in New Hampshire, we have a community that is at a higher risk for serious effects of Covid-19. We appreciate your continued understanding.
7/2/2020 Gov. Sununu drops quarantine requirement for visitors from New England states.
6/23/2020 Everything you need to know about the status of the Pandemic (including testing) nh.gov/covid19
6/11/2020 ACTIVITY RISK COMPARISON
6/4/2020 
5/31/2020 Testing is available to anyone who wants one. Contact your medical provider, visit nh.gov/covid19 or call 603-271-5980. COVID TESTING REGISTRATION FORM
5/27/2020 From Londonderry Facebook page: Starting on Sunday, May 24, the NH National 
Guard has begun to operate a new fixed COVID Testing Clinic in Londonderry. The Drive-through Testing Clinic in Londonderry will run daily from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM at the Exit 4 Park and Ride, 2 Garden Lane. Registration must be done online: http://nh.gov/covid19 or by calling the Coordinating Office: 603-271-5980. Testing is available regardless of insurance status.
ANTIBODY TESTING ClearChoiceMD is testing for coronavirus antibodies in New Hampshire. To get tested, visit https://ccmdcenters.com/coronavirus2019. Patients can sign up online and then choose a location to have the testing done. Anyone seeking a test can find out if they previously had an undiagnosed case of COVID-19. Tests are 99.4% specific for the coronavirus.
Note that antibody testing is NOT FREE. Check first with your insurance for coverage. The cost is $139 plus a separate lab fee.
5/26/2020
FROM HICKORY WOODS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Text of all emailed announcements
3/17 to 5/21
May 21, 2020: The clubhouse grill and firepit will now be available (social distance please and wipe down furniture using wipes available); still no guests. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK
April 15, 2020: Use of outdoor facilities (Golf and Pickleball, yes; Grill and Firepit, no; NO guests; No personal trash / pet droppings in Clubhouse trash)
March 31, 2020: Self-isolation for anyone returning to HW from out of state; Clubhouse use at own risk.
March 17, 2020: Use of Clubhouse at own risk; reminder to clean exercise equipment.
Red Cross Website
THE WALKERS (Anonymous)
I see the walkers walk along
And pass my house each day.
Some walk alone, some walk in pairs
Or groups 6 feet away.
They walk with stealth and for their health.
Some walk to just unwind.
And gather all their thoughts until
They find some peace of mind.
Some walk along in wind and rain
But certainly in sun.
Some walk so fast and some walk slow
But seldom do they run.
As they tread home and pass my house
Some nod, some wave and smile.
Some even take the time to stop
And talk a little while.
As they go by and look ahead
Some sigh yet walk until
They make it up my road that’s known
As that darn Heartbreak Hill.
Thank you to the person that hang an ornament on my front porch.
It is a nice addition to our tree. Merry Christmas!