JRK Washington makes sheltering in place fun for kids at its luxury apartment community

JRK Washington makes sheltering in place fun for kids at its luxury apartment community Keeping kids entertained is always a challenge—and keeping them entertained amid a lockdown is even harder. While the state of Washington has partially reopened, many entertainment and leisure venues remain closed due to the pandemic. That means whatever entertainment must be had while sheltering in place. But JRK Washington, which operates a luxury apartment in Tacoma, says that its residents have found plenty of ways to keep young ones engaged even through the pandemic. JRK is behind Boulders at Puget Sound, a premier real estate development that brings hotel-like amenities to apartment living. With several leisure facilities to choose from, residents have many ways to have fun without leaving the premises. There are also many virtual experiences and online platforms that provide residents with hours of wholesome fun. (Representative) says: “Our experience during this pandemic has taught us that with the right amenities and a little bit of ingenuity, you’ll never run out of entertaining things to do.” JRK Washington makes deluxe amenities close to home The developer has 29 properties around the country, including luxurious boutique hotels. In many ways, these hotels serve as inspiration for the facilities in Boulders at Puget Sound, where kids can pass the time in the safety of this apartment community. Basketball court While large gatherings are still discouraged, children can play one-on-one basketball at the luxury apartment’s full-sized basketball court. Whether it’s a quick match or shootout, there’s plenty of fun to be had at this facility. The court is exclusive to residents, which further helps to keep COVID-19 at bay. Bocce ball court Not all ball games have to be contact sports--take bocce ball for instance. A cousin of racquetball and lawn bowling, this relaxing sport involves throwing balls as close as possible to the pallino or target. Bocce is inherently social-distancing friendly, and players do not have to huddle together. The sport is especially ideal for younger kids, as the mechanics are easy to grasp. Swimming pool When kids need to burn off some excess energy, they can head to the resort-style swimming pool. The number of allowed people is limited, but small groups such as families can enjoy a splashing good time at this amenity. It’s also an ideal way to cool off during warm summer days. Titlow Park While not technically an amenity of Boulders at Puget Sound, Titlow Park is seen by residents as the apartment complex’s community park since it is just a short walk away. While other features are currently closed, the playground is still open for young ones to enjoy. The park also has a quiet beach where families can soak up the sun or enjoy a relaxing picnic. Safety precautions are a priority Of course, amenities are communal facilities, which is why the administrators take safety protocols seriously. Being strict is especially important as younger kids do not have fully developed immune systems. Among the steps that building management takes include: Limiting the number of people Disease transmission is often person-to-person, so the more people converge in a particular place, the higher the likelihood of passing on the virus. In line with this, the number of people who can use amenities in Boulders at Puget Sound is limited to minimize risk. Residents are also requested to book facilities in advance to prevent crowding. Mandatory face masks Face masks are one of the most effective ways of preventing the spread of COVID-19. That’s why families who use the amenities are required to wear them, where applicable. Ample reminders are also posted throughout the premises to ensure compliance by residents. Regular sanitation Sanitation kills the COVID-19 virus at the source, which is why the staff at Boulders at Puget Sound religiously sanitize the premises, paying particular attention to amenities. According to JRK, having an in-house property management team has allowed for the timely deployment of sanitation measures.