Year: 2024

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

Please be advised that Whiddon Maclean is experiencing a COVID-19 outbreak.

We only have 1 resident who has currently tested positive and we would like to advise that a course of anti-viral medication has been commenced.

We will continue with daily RAT tests upon entry, however, please note that N95 masks must be worn instead of surgical masks for all visitors.

We understand the importance of family, so we encourage visits, however, it would be very much appreciated it visits could be held on the outside verandas.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Family, Friends and Respresentatives,

Please find important information regarding the current visit by the ACQSC representatives, who will be onsite for the next two days:

ACQSC Information

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

Please note that Endeavour Energy has advised us that essential electrical maintenance is being conducted in the Glenfield area today (Tuesday the 9th of January) between 7am and 4pm. This may result in potential outages throughout the day.

As we will be using our generators during any outage, we do not expect any direct impact for our residents.

However, if you do have any concerns, please contact us on 1300 638 738.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

We are pleased to advise that Whiddon Easton Park, Easton Park Units is now out of the COVID-19 outbreak.

Normal visiting arrangements will remain in place, with everyone requested to complete a daily RAT before entering and to wear an N95 mask, until further notice.

We thank everyone for their support and understanding, especially over the Christmas break. 

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

We are pleased to advise that Whiddon Easton Park, Arthur Webb Court is now out of the COVID-19 outbreak.

Normal visiting arrangements will remain in place, with everyone requested to complete a daily RAT before entering and to wear an N95 mask, until further notice.

We thank everyone for their support and understanding, especially over the Christmas break. 

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families,

We understand the importance of family at this time, so we encourage visits, however, visitors are requested to follow the guidance of staff regarding the PPE required to be worn in each area.

Please note the conditions of entry:

• Visitors are advised to continue with the screening, RAT testing and wearing masks, masks will be provided at entry.
• Please refrain from visiting if you’re feeling unwell or have come in contact with a positive case of COVID.

We encourage our residents to wear masks if they are leaving the facility for social outings or appointments due to increased cases in the community.

Thank you for your ongoing support.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Representatives and Employees

Following consultation with the Public Health Unit, we are pleased to advise that the COVID-19 Outbreak at Narrabri Jessie Hunt is over.

Normal visiting arrangements will remain in place, with everyone requested to complete a daily RAT prior to entering the Home, and to wear an N95 mask, until further notice.

We thank everyone for their support and understanding, especially over the Christmas break. 

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families,

Please be advised that the COVID-19 outbreak at Whiddon Kelso has extended to residents in the Kingston Wing.

Families of affected residents will be kept up to date on any changes by the team at Whiddon Kelso, as they occur.

Whilst we continue to support and encourage visits, we ask that these visits to occur outside or in a well-ventilated area only during the outbreak.

Visitors are requested to follow the guidance of staff in regard to the PPE required to be worn in each area – specifically the use of both an N95 Mask and Face Shield when visiting outbreak areas.

Families taking loved ones out, we ask that you please be cautious and if possible, please try to limit this to small crowds or gatherings.

Residents who leave the facility are encouraged to wear a mask and all residents will be tested regularly whilst we are in Outbreak Management.

We appreciate your understanding at this time. 

The Whiddon team

Dear Families, Representatives & Employees,

Please be advised that Sir David Martin – Whiddon Easton Park is currently experiencing a COVID-19 outbreak with 3 residents currently testing positive on the Treloar 2 level.

Families of affected residents will be kept up to date on any changes by the team, as they occur.

We understand the importance of family at this time, so we encourage visits, however, if we could please ask visits to occur outside or in a well-ventilated area only during the outbreak.

Visitors are requested to follow the guidance of staff in regard to the PPE required to be worn in each area.

Families taking loved ones out, we ask that you please be cautious and if possible, please try to limit this to small crowds or gatherings.

Residents who leave the Home are encouraged to wear a mask and all residents will be tested regularly whilst we are in Outbreak Management.

We appreciate your understanding at this time.

The Whiddon team

Dear Families, Representatives & Employees,

Please be advised that Whiddon Casino is currently experiencing a COVID-19 outbreak with 3 residents currently testing positive and 1 staff member.

The Outbreak commenced over the recent weekend and we apologies for the delay in getting this important information to you as we were experiencing some technical issues.

Families of affected residents have been advised by phone  and will be kept up to date on any changes by the team, as they occur.

We understand the importance of family at this time, so we encourage visits, however, if we could please ask visits to occur outside or in a well-ventilated area only during the outbreak.

Visitors are requested to follow the guidance of staff in regard to the PPE required to be worn in each area.

Families taking loved ones out, we ask that you please be cautious and if possible, please try to limit this to small crowds or gatherings.

Residents who leave the facility are encouraged to wear a mask and all residents will be tested regularly whilst we are in Outbreak Management.

We appreciate your understanding at this time.

The Whiddon team