Dear Families, Friends & Representatives,
Following consultation with the Public Health Unit, we are advising that our Kyogle home is now in a COVID-19 outbreak.
Please note, visiting may still occur however, we ask you 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.
For now, the following precautions are still in place at our care home, including:
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- Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) are encouraged by all employees and visitors before entry.
- N95 Masks and Full PPE are to be worn (provided).
- 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.
We thank everyone for their support and understanding while our staff manage this outbreak.
The Whiddon Team