Community medical center announces changes to sabbath access

Community Medical Center announces changes to sabbath access

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Community Medical Center has announced temporary changes to Sabbath access at a local facility, assuring the community that accommodations remain in place ahead of the Passover weekend.


Key Points

  • Main entrance temporarily closed; outpatient lobby lacks Sabbath door
  • Security will assist with outpatient access during Sabbath observance
  • Courtyard Sabbath entrance and elevator access remain unchanged

Courtyard entrance remains accessible

Due to the temporary closure of the building’s main entrance, the designated Sabbath entrance located in the courtyard will remain open and available for use throughout the weekend. Officials said this ensures continued observance accommodations for visitors observing the Sabbath.

With no designated Sabbath door in the outpatient lobby, security personnel will be available to assist in opening the door upon request.

Sabbath elevator service unaffected

Access to Sabbath elevators will not be impacted by the entrance changes. Their location and functionality remain the same, according to the update shared by the Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention on social media.

The Bureau emphasized readiness for the upcoming Passover weekend and noted that all necessary provisions have been made to support Sabbath observance during the temporary construction or maintenance-related closures.

Toms River officials confirmed security and access adjustments to maintain Sabbath accommodations during ongoing facility changes.

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