More and more stores are adopting a similar policy to allow seniors and other at-risk groups get what they need while avoiding the crowds.
Helping.
Leah says " some people in the at risk age group fo coronavirus are nervous to go out and get their groceries.
Albertsons heard those concerns and created shopping hours just for them.
Nat grocery stores are one of the busiest places right now.
It's also one of the few places able to stay open during the coronvirus pandemic.
Everyone needs food.
For some people it's a health concern to go to the grocery store.
If you are 65 or older.
Or have underlying health conditions.
Yo have a higher risk of having a severe illness from the virus.
Well..
Albertsons has time specific set for these groups of people to shop by themselves.
Eileen i was pleased.
I was very pleased because you know you just kind of are afraid to go out of their house.
On tuesday and thursday 7 to 9 am is only for vulnerable shopping groups.
If you do not fit in the category please respect those time frames for people that need it.
In medford leah thompson newswatch 12.
Sherm's market who is designating 6:00 a.m.
To 7:00 a.m.
As an hour every day for seniors and people with underlying conditions.
Walmart announced an hour every tuesday for customers 60 and older.
That will be one hour before stores open.
Target is designating the first hour of shopping
Grocery stores are holding special morning hours for seniors to shop.