6 January 2022
An employee at Whiddon Largs has tested positive to COVID-19. As a precaution, employees must continue to wear N95 masks and face shields and social distancing must be observed at all times including the staff room and nurses station. We have activated our COVID-19 response plan to ensure all necessary precautionary measures are implemented.
The risk is considered low, and as such, visitors are still welcome to attend Whiddon Largs. We have asked visitors to follow our guidelines when visiting, and stay vigilant due to the heightened risk in our communities currently.
We are working closely with the local Public Health Unit and 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.
Those considered contacts of the employee who tested positive, will be contacted directly. 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 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.
This is a timely reminder to all of us that COVID-19 is still very much with us. 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.