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Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

Please be advised that Whiddon Belmont has had 5 x residents test positive to COVID. As a result, Blocks 1, 2 and 3 are in isolation to prevent any potential spread of the virus.

Please note:

• Visiting may still occur during this period.
• Visitors are required to follow our safety precautions including:
  • Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) required by all employees and visitors prior to entry.
  • N95 Masks are to be worn while inside the care home.
  • Temperature checks must be conducted prior to entry.
  • Regular handwashing and use of hand sanitisers are strongly encouraged. Hand sanitizing stations are available throughout the care home.
  • Maintain appropriate social distancing whenever possible. Visits should be conducted in resident rooms or on balconies.
• All visitors are encouraged to consider postponing any visits if they are unwell or experiencing any flu-like symptoms. The safety of our residents and team members is our number one priority.

We thank everyone for their support and understanding while our staff manage this lockdown.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

Following consultation with the Public Health Unit, we would like to advise that we have activated the COVID-19 outbreak management plan. At this stage, the outbreak is isolated within our Memory Support Home – with two residents testing positive.

We are pleased to advise that no other wings have tested positive at this time, however, we will provide any updates as they occur.

Please note:

• Visitors are required to take a Rapid Antigen Test before entering and are also required to wear N95 surgical masks with additional PPE required in the Memory Support Home.
• All visitors are encouraged to consider postponing any visits if they are unwell or experiencing any flu-like symptoms. The safety of our residents and team members is our number one priority.

We thank everyone for their support and understanding while our staff manage this exposure.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

Following consultation with the Public Health Unit, we would like to advise that the COVID-19 outbreak in EPU continues in our Dementia Care – Mallam Unit only.

We are pleased to advise that no other wings have tested positive at this time, however, we will provide any updates as they occur.

Please note:

• Visitors are required to take a Rapid Antigen Test before entering and are also required to wear N95 surgical masks with additional PPE required in the South Wing.
• All visitors are encouraged to consider postponing any visits if they are unwell or experiencing any flu-like symptoms. The safety of our residents and team members is our number one priority.

We thank everyone for their support and understanding while our staff manage this exposure.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Employees,

We are advising an update on the COVID-19 outbreak at Whiddon Robert Young. Please be advised that we now have 3 residents and 2 employees from our South Wing who have tested positive.

Please note that at this time no other wings have tested positive however, caution is to be taken as usual with the colder months upon us.

Please note:

• Employees are required to continue to take a Rapid Antigen Test and are also required to wear N95 surgical masks with additional PPE in affected areas.
• All visitors are encouraged to consider postponing any visits if they are unwell or experiencing any flu-like symptoms.

We thank everyone for your support and understanding during this exposure period.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

An update on the COVID-19 outbreak affecting our Robert Young home. Please be advised that we now have 3 residents and 2 staff from our South Wing who have tested positive.

At this stage, no other wings have tested positive at this time, however, we will provide any updates as they occur.

Please note:

• Visitors are required to take a Rapid Antigen Test before entering and are also required to wear N95 surgical masks with additional PPE required in the South Wing.
• All visitors are encouraged to consider postponing any visits if they are unwell or experiencing any flu-like symptoms. The safety of our residents and team members is our number one priority.

We thank everyone for their support and understanding while our staff manage this exposure.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

Following consultation with the Public Health Unit, we would like to advise of a COVID-19 Outbreak at Whiddon Kyogle.

All visitors must complete a full screening before entering the home, including Rapid Antigen Testing. Masks must be worn and will be provided upon entry.

We thank everyone for their support and understanding while our staff manage this Outbreak.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

Please be advised that the COVID-19 Outbreak at Whiddon Belmont has been declared closed.

Please note:

• Normal visiting arrangements will remain in place, with everyone requested to wear a surgical mask on visits.
• Rapid Antigen Tests are to be completed before entering if unwell or experiencing any flu-like symptoms.

Dear Employees,

We are advising of a COVID-19 Exposure at Whiddon Robert Young after a resident in South Wing tested positive for COVID-19. Please note that at this time no other wings have tested positive however, caution is to be taken as usual with the colder months upon us.

Please note:

• Employees are required to continue to take a Rapid Antigen Test and are also required to wear N95 surgical masks with additional PPE in affected areas.
• All visitors are encouraged to consider postponing any visits if they are unwell or experiencing any flu-like symptoms.

We thank everyone for your support and understanding during this exposure period.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

Following consultation with the Public Health Unit, we would like to advise of a COVID-19 Exposure at Whiddon Narrabri Robert Young after a resident in South Wing tested positive for COVID-19.

We are pleased to advise that no other wings have tested positive at this time, however, we will provide any updates as they occur.

Please note:

• Visitors are required to take a Rapid Antigen Test before entering and are also required to wear N95 surgical masks with additional PPE required in the South Wing.
• All visitors are encouraged to consider postponing any visits if they are unwell or experiencing any flu-like symptoms. The safety of our residents and team members is our number one priority.

We thank everyone for their support and understanding while our staff manage this exposure.

The Whiddon Team

Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,

Following consultation with the Public Health Unit, we would like to advise of a COVID-19 Exposure at Whiddon Narrabri Robert Young after a resident in South Wing tested positive for COVID-19.

We are pleased to advise that no other wings have tested positive at this time, however, we will provide any updates as they occur.

Please note:

• Visitors are required to take a Rapid Antigen Test before entering and are also required to wear N95 surgical masks with additional PPE required in the South Wing.
• All visitors are encouraged to consider postponing any visits if they are unwell or experiencing any flu-like symptoms. The safety of our residents and team members is our number one priority.

We thank everyone for their support and understanding while our staff manage this exposure.

The Whiddon Team