# How to Stay Connected with Family & Friends

- Link: https://mycoastalwindows.com/how-to-stay-connected-with-family-friends/
- Published: 2020-04-20T20:27:21-04:00
- Author: Jeremy Wood

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The COVID-19 crisis has been sad and frightening, disrupting many routines and plans.
From postponing outings to canceling trips and events, we all had to adjust schedules.
This often means less face-to-face time with family and friends than before.

 Though you may have had to post-pone exciting plans, you do not need to put off
giving your home the updates it needs. [Coastal Windows & Exteriors](https://www.youtube.com/@CoastalWindowsExteriorsBeverly)
remains **OPEN** as we an an **ESSENTIAL** business. We are offering safe, virtual
appointments. [**Click here**](https://mycoastalwindows.com/promotions/) or call**
978-817-7072** for a **FREE** estimate. Though it is challenging to spend time away
from our loved ones, **we are here to help you stay connected with family and friends.**

### **Ways to Stay Connected While Social Distancing **

##### **1. Have A** **Houseparty **

Houseparty is a  free app whose popularity has skyrocketed since the onset of the
COVID-19 crisis. Basically, it simulates a real “house party” by showing you when
your friends are using the Houseparty app or when they are “at the party” so that
you can join “the party” as well. This creates a **casual way to chat** with whichever
of your friends are online when you’re looking for someone to talk to. It also eliminates
the work of reaching out to specific people and coordinating a time that works for
more than one person’s schedule.

##### **2. Schedule A Meal Over Zoom**

Do you gather regularly with your loved ones over a shared meal? Keep up your regular
dining plans by scheduling them to take place over Zoom. Zoom is a free video conferencing
app that people of all ages find accessible and easy-to-use. Plan your regular Sunday
brunch with your parents or make **virtual dinner plans** with an old group of friends
who you have been meaning to catch up with. 

You can even try making the same recipe as those you’re chatting with or order take-
out of the same type of cuisine to add to the experience. Zoom is useful for more
than just social calls. Here at Coastal Windows & Exteriors, we use Zoom, along 
with other communication platforms, to give our clients our [**free, no-contact estimates**](https://mycoastalwindows.com/)
for replacement window, roofing and [vinyl siding projects](https://mycoastalwindows.com/siding/siding-gallery/).
Social distancing does not need to prevent you from improving  your home. If you
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HERE** to learn more.

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##### **3. Host A Watch Party With Friends**

Netflix has a feature called **“Party Mode”** which allows you to stream shows or
movies with others simultaneously. This is an ideal way to stay connected with friends
or family members while experiencing new shows or movies. You can even choose a 
theme such as classic movies or fascinating documentaries and watch with the same
person or people on a regular basis. Or you can choose to watch the owner Stephanie’s
favorite movie, Goonies…a sure hit!

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webp)

##### **4. I just called to say….**

Today, texting is more common than calling friends and family. However, hearing 
a loved one’s voice creates more connection and personal conversation. So, consider
calling a friend or elderly family member today to say hello. This lets them know
you’re thinking of them and brightens their day. At Coastal Windows & Exteriors,
we have also been[ using phone calls as a way to conduct free, virtual appointments with our clients](https://mycoastalwindows.com/free-estimate/).
Coastal Windows & Exteriors is OPEN and committed to helping you improve your home
despite COVID-19. We follow all CDC safe distancing guidelines to keep you safe.
Feel free to call us at 978-304-0495 with any questions—we’re here to help!

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##### **5. Go Back To Snail Mail **

When was the last time you wrote a handwritten letter? Letters add a personal touch
and show you took time to write and mail them. Write a “thinking of you” card weekly
or send a birthday card each month. This lets people know you’re thinking of them
and makes them feel cared for. Also, letters give recipients keepsakes to cherish
and revisit in the future.

Though the COVID-19 crisis has disrupted our routines and plans, **we can still 
stay connected with our friends & family** and we can learn to communicate with 
them in new and creative ways. Also, social distancing does not need to keep you
from completing home improvement projects. At Coastal Windows, we have a free and
easy 2 step safe distancing  appointment process to help you make upgrades to your
home while staying safe. [Sign up for an appointment today](https://mycoastalwindows.com/)
or call (978) 291-7285 to learn more. 

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