Whiddon commsDear Whiddon Easton Park – Sir David Martin and Taylor House Residents, Families & Representatives,
Please find important information regarding a visit to Whiddon Easton Park – Sir David Martin and Taylor House from the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission here:
Whiddon Easton Park – Sir David Martin and Taylor House ACQSC Audit
You can find information and instructions on how to leave feedback via the above link.
Regards,
The Whiddon Team
Dear Team Members, Families, Friends & Representatives,
Following consultation with the Public Health Unit, we are pleased to inform you that the outbreak in Whiddon Narrabri Robert Young has been officially declared over.
Masks and RA testing are not required when visiting the home, however we ask you to please refrain from visiting if you are feeling unwell or showing any signs of cold and flu symptoms. The health of our residents and employees is our utmost priority.
The Whiddon Team
Dear Families, Friends and Representatives,
We would like to kindly remind you that it is the family’s responsibility to arrange transportation for residents to attend any external appointments. If a family member is unable to assist, a team member can be assigned to escort the resident, but please note that this service will incur an additional charge. Thank you for your cooperation.
– The Whiddon Team
Dear Whiddon Grafton Families, Friends and Representatives,
As we continue to monitor and manage the COVID-19 outbreak, we would like to inform you that all residents remain well, and we are continuing our high level of care for your loved ones.
Please note: If you are unwell or have any flu like symptoms, please do not visit the home.
All visitors are required to take a RAT (Rapid Antigen Test) prior to entry and to wear a mask at all times when visiting the home.
Should there be any updates, we will continue to reach out to you directly.
Thank you for your patience and understanding
– Whiddon
Dear Residents, Families and Employees
Further to our update yesterday, the Bureau of Meteorology is still predicting Cyclone Alfred to make landfall later tonight or Saturday morning.
Please rest assured that we continue to work hard on our preparations with a focus on keeping our residents and employees safe and supported.
We will provide further updates tomorrow via SMS. If phone lines go down, calls will be diverted to the Emergency Mobile phone, and the team will respond as soon as possible. We will also provide any major updates on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/WhiddonCare
You can monitor alerts and updates at www.ses.nsw.gov.au or www.ses.qld.gov.au
Thank you and stay safe
The Whiddon Team
Dear Clients
As we prepare for Cyclone Alfred to Make landfall, we expect there to be significant flooding across the mid-North Coast.
It’s important that you stay indoors and stay updated on your local area conditions by listening to ABC Radio News or via the SES website – www.ses.nsw.gov.au
If we need to cancel your service due to flooding, we will be in touch as soon as possible.
Please contact us on 1300 738 388 if you have any concerns.
For urgent support, call the SES on 132 500 or in an emergency, call 000.
Stay safe
The Whiddon team
Dear Families and Employees
As we prepare for Cyclone Alfred to make landfall, we expect there to be significant flooding across the mid-North Coast.
Our Homes are preparing for potential flooding, and we have sufficient stocks of food, medication and essential supplies over the coming week.
The safety and wellbeing of our residents and employees is our highest priority at this time.
While we always welcome visitors at Whiddon, we encourage you to also prepare and stay safe, and to avoid travel to our impacted Homes over the next few days.
We will keep you updated as the situation unfolds. Please take care.
The Whiddon team
Dear Clients and Families,
As Cyclone Alfred approaches, please call us at 1300 738 388 if you need any help.
Stay indoors and follow emergency services’ instructions. Listen to ABC radio for updates and be ready to evacuate if needed.
You might lose power, so keep a torch handy.
May you stay safe and well. We will check in with you over the next few days.
The Whiddon Team
Dear Employees
Further to our update yesterday, the Bureau of Meteorology is now predicting Cyclone Alfred to make landfall late Friday or Saturday morning according to latest reports.
Damaging and destructive wind gusts, storms, and heavy rainfall are expected to develop later today, impacting parts of south-east Queensland and northern NSW.
The current advice from the SES is to stay indoors and prepare.
Our teams have secured our homes, tested our generators, and have sufficient fuel, food, medication and essential supplies to ensure they are prepared for all scenarios. We continue to monitor the situation closely.
We will send regular SMS updates about the Home’s status. If phone lines go down, calls will be diverted to the Emergency Mobile phone, and the team will respond as soon as possible.
For those who are continuing to work, remember to put your safety first:
It is also important that you take steps to secure your own home, family, and pets – here is a link to our Flood Preparation Checklist which you can view here.
Disaster Leave
Whiddon will support employees to take up to 3 days of paid leave in the event they are impacted by a Natural disaster. Our goal is to support our team members during these challenging times and ensure their safety and well-being.
We are communicating the process for this leave with Managers today, so please reach out to your Manager directly if you need to apply for this leave.
Remember, if you need support during the cyclone of floods, you can call the SES on 132 500 or in an emergency call 000.
The Whiddon Team
Dear Residents and Families
Further to our update yesterday, the Bureau of Meteorology is now predicting Cyclone Alfred to make landfall late Friday or Saturday morning according to latest reports.
Damaging and destructive wind gusts, storms, and heavy rainfall are expected to develop later today, impacting parts of south-east Queensland and northern NSW.
The current advice from the SES is to stay indoors and prepare.
Our teams have secured our homes, tested our generators, and have sufficient fuel, food, medication and essential supplies to ensure they are prepared for all scenarios. We continue to monitor the situation closely.
We will send regular SMS updates about the Home’s status. If phone lines go down, calls will be diverted to the Emergency Mobile phone, and the team will respond as soon as possible.
We also encourage you to make your own preparations if you live in an area that may be impacted by the cyclone – you can view our Flood Preparation Checklist here.
Thank you for your support and stay safe,
The Whiddon Team