12 January 2022
Following our last update to you on Friday 7 January, an additional employee at Whiddon Kelso has tested positive to COVID-19. Our COVID-19 outbreak management plan remains in place, to ensure all necessary precautionary measures are implemented. Upon the advice of the local Public Health Unit, visitation is still restricted for now.
While the risk is considered low at Whiddon Kelso, only visits for essential caring or on compassionate grounds will be permitted on approval and residents are strongly encouraged to not leave the care home for now, as a precaution. We continue to work with the local Public Health Unit and follow their advice.
Employees must continue to wear full PPE (N95 masks, face shields, gown and gloves), complete a rapid antigen test, and social distancing must be observed at all times, including the staff room and nurses station.
We ask that if you have any concerns to please speak to your manager in the first instance. Please also remember our confidential EAP service contactable 24/7 on 1800 818 728.
We encourage you to have your Booster shot and send evidence of your vaccination to payroll@whiddon.com.au at your earliest convenience. Eligibility for booster shots are for those that have had their second dose at least 4 months ago.
Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication to Whiddon Kelso.