1 April 2022
We have had two residents at Whiddon Mudgee Pioneer, in D Wing, test positive to COVID-19 today. We have activated our COVID-19 outbreak management plan to ensure all necessary precautionary measures are implemented. Our robust COVID-19 outbreak management plan means that we have strict protocols in place to avoid potential spread of the virus across our care home.
As a precaution, visits to the D Wing (dementia specific care area) are limited to essential caring or on compassionate grounds only for now. Visits are permitted in all other areas, on weekdays only and must be pre-booked.
Employees must wear an N95 mask and face shield, complete a rapid antigen test, and social distancing must be observed at all times, including the staff room and nurses station.
There has been no recommendation at this stage by the PHU for employees not directly impacted to self-isolate, and as such, employees can continue to come to work and attend their normal shifts.
We are working closely with the local Public Health Unit and following their advice. 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 thank you for your understanding and cooperation at this time.