We have had a resident test positive to COVID-19 in Leslie Lock (Sir David Martin) today. As a precaution, we have activated our COVID-19 outbreak management plan to ensure all necessary precautionary measures are implemented. Our robust COVID-19 management plan means that we have strict protocols in place to avoid potential spread of the virus across our care homes.

We are working closely with the local Public Health Unit (PHU) and they have advised that residents in the immediate vicinity of the positive person are isolated to their room for the moment. Families of these affected residents have been notified by phone today. All other residents of Leslie Lock, are required to stay in the immediate areas adjacent to their room. They are still able to access the facilities in that area, such as the lounge areas.

The local PHU have also advised that testing of all residents in Leslie Lock is required as a precaution. While this testing is being conducted, they have advised that we limit visitors to Leslie Lock for a 24-hour period until we know more. Only visits for essential caring or on compassionate grounds will be permitted during this time. Residents are also strongly encouraged to not leave the care home at this time, as a precaution.

We understand that this is a challenging time for everyone, but we want you to know that it is our highest priority to keep everyone in our family safe and well, and we are doing everything we can to achieve this.

We are also committed to keeping you up-to-date of the situation and will provide a further update once we know more on Monday or Tuesday.

We thank you for your understanding and support