18 January 2022
If you’ve had your second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least four months ago, you’re now eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster vaccination.
All aged care employees are strongly encouraged to receive a booster dose when eligible, to protect themselves and the people they care for.
Why should I have my COVID-19 booster shot?
- A booster shot works very well at preventing severe illness and hospitalisation, and helps to reduce the severity of COVID-19
- A booster dose will boost your immune response and provide an additional, and important, layer of protection to further reduce the risk of infection
- Evidence suggests that a booster vaccine increases antibody levels that will likely offer protections against new variants of COVID-19
- A booster dose helps keep you, your co-workers, residents and clients, safe whilst being at work
Read more about COVID-19 booster vaccinations here: https://bit.ly/31TcDa8
Is the COVID-19 booster shot mandatory for aged care employees?
At this stage, it is not mandatory for aged care employees to have their booster shot, however it is strongly encouraged and it is quite possible that it will be mandated in the future. In coming weeks, it will be mandatory for aged care providers to report on employee booster doses through the My Aged Care portal. This will be relevant for both residential and community care employees – please note that the information provided is de-identified. The reporting is currently mandated for resident booster shots.
Once you have received your COVID-19 booster shot, please send evidence of your vaccination as soon as possible to payroll@whiddon.com.au
Where can I get my COVID-19 booster shot?
Use the COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Finder to book an appointment through a local provider close to you.
We thank you for your support and ongoing efforts and dedication to keeping residents, clients and each other, safe.