Year: 2023

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

We would like to advise that the COVID – 19 outbreak notification for Whiddon Mudgee is still active, however due to be declared closed on the 25^th of April.

Please note that this time may be extended if any residents continue to test positive, most cases have been resolved in C wing, however A,B, and D are still affected.

Please note:

• Whiddon Mudgee residents can have one nominated visitor per day for the duration of the outbreak, exemptions are in place for palliative residents.
• Visitors must sign-in, complete a negative RAT test and wear an N95 mask and shield for the duration of the visit.

Please note in some areas of the home gowns and gloves will also be required, please follow the directions of staff.

Do not hesitate to contact the facility on 6378 1144  if you have any questions or concerns.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends and Representatives,

Please be advised that we are currently experiencing a COVID-19 Outbreak with residents testing positive at Whiddon Easton Park – Taylor House Christie Level 1.

Please note:

• Residents can have 1 nominated visitor per person for the duration of the exposure period.
• Visits must take place in the resident’s room or an outside, well- ventilated area, only.
• Visitors must sign-in, take their temperature, complete a negative RAT test and wear an N95 mask and shield to enter.

Thank you for your ongoing support and cooperation. Further updates will be provided in due course.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

We would like to advise that the COVID – 19 outbreak notification for Whiddon Mudgee is still active, however due to be declared closed on the 19^th of April permitting all residents continue to test negative.

Please note:

• Whiddon Mudgee residents can have one nominated visitor per day for the duration of the outbreak, exemptions are in place for palliative residents.
• Visitors must sign-in, complete a negative RAT test and wear an N95 mask and shield for the duration of the visit.

Please note in some areas of the home gowns and gloves will also be required, please follow the directions of staff.

Do not hesitate to contact the facility on 6378 1144  if you have any questions or concerns.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

Please be advised that Whiddon Mudgee Pioneer has a COVID – 19 outbreak with several residents testing positive. All representatives of COVID positive residents have been contacted directly by the facility.

We are implementing the following visitor restrictions to ensure the safety of all residents:

• Whiddon Mudgee residents can have one nominated visitor per day for the duration of the outbreak, exemptions are in place for palliative residents.
• Visitors must sign-in, complete a negative RAT test and wear an N95 mask and shield for the duration of the visit. In some areas of the home gowns and gloves will also be required, please follow the directions of staff.

Do not hesitate to contact the facility on 6378 1144  if you have any questions or concerns.

Good Morning Everyone,

Yesterday afternoon we had advice that a staff member had tested positive for COVID. As a precaution we completed screening, including a RAT for residents, and communicated with the Public Health Unit. Everyone remains well and staff will continue to monitor.

Usual visiting arrangements remain in place and all visitors are reminded to follow all the screening requirements, including wearing a mask when visiting the home.

We thank you for your support and understanding and will keep you updated as needed.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Whiddon Easton Park care employees,

Following our last correspondence with you on 9 February 2023 in relation to the Easton Park care roster review, we write to advise that the proposed roster change will recommence effective today, 30 March 2023.

Below are the links to documentation, it is important to thoroughly review all the information that is provided here:

• Change Impact Statement
• Access EAP Employee Assistance Program

Change Proposal Letter Pack:

Whiddon will commence distribution of the change proposal letter pack to employees from Thursday 30^th March. These letter packs can be collected from your building’s administration team.

In the letter pack you will receive:

• A letter outlining any proposed changes which may impact the employee.
• A copy of the employee’s proposed roster
• A Changes Feedback Form for return

The Changes Feedback Form askes you to complete three sections and return the form via email to Amalie Fraser via email to A.Fraser@whiddon.com.au by Monday 3 April 2023.

Consultation Process:

As outlined in the Change Impact Statement and the Changes Feedback Form employees have an opportunity to attend individual consultation meetings with their manager where you can talk through the pack provided to you, the changes and any suggested solutions or impact these proposed changes have to you. Booked individual consultation meetings will be for 15 minutes in duration so please come prepared with your questions and feedback.

We welcome employees to attend the consultation meetings with a union representative or a support person.

Whilst we understand that you may wish to speak with your manager as soon as you receive your change proposal letter pack, we encourage you to follow the consultation process as outlined in the changes feedback form. As you would appreciate there are many employees your manager will need to speak to and so to ensure all employees can discuss their feedback and solutions, we have scheduled dedicated times across three days as outlined in the form.

Casual Care Employees:

Whilst we acknowledge that the proposed care roster will predominately impact our permanent care employees, the roster change has been communicated with you as a casual employee as there is likely to be a level of change to you in relation to available hours and shifts once the roster has been implemented. Please be advised that there is no change proposal letter pack for you to collect at this stage.

We appreciate your continued patience and cooperation during this roster review process.

Dear Whiddon Glenfield Staff,

Please be advised that we are currently experiencing a rise in COVID-19 cases in NSW. As a precaution, we are implementing the following measures for all Glenfield Services staff until further notice:

All Glenfield Staff are to:

• Complete a RAT test daily before entering all residential buildings
• Wear an N95 mask when entering all residential buildings

The team continue to work with the Public Health Unit and we will keep everyone updated as changes occur.

Thank you for your ongoing support and cooperation. Further updates will be provided in due course.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends and Representatives,

Please be advised renovation plans for the week commencing 20/02/23, we do expect some further noisy works – jack hammering in the kitchen removing existing tiles, this will again be completed intermittently with ceased works during meal time.

Additional information can be found at the link: Stage 1B Noisy Works

We appreciate your understanding and apologise for any inconvenience.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends and Representatives,

We would like to apologise for the communication that has been previously sent regarding the Reaccreditation Audit, we would like to advise this only affects Easton Park Units.

Please do not complete the survey if your loved one is NOT in our Easton Park Units home.

We apologise once again and appreciate your understanding. The Whiddon Team

Dear families and staff

Please be advised that our Gastroenteritis (gastro) outbreak has been deemed closed by the Public Health Unit, all clients that have had symptoms during this period are now recovered.

We are back to business as usual.

Thank you for your ongoing support and cooperation.