Aspen Medical’s Post

Following a contract extension through to 30 June 2025 to provide surge workforce at eligible COVID-19 affected residential aged care facilities, Aspen Medical's Chief Medical Officer Dr Katrina Sanders is urging Australians to be cautious around the elderly this festive period. With visits to residential aged care facilities on the increase over the festive period and family taking elderly relatives out of facilities, additional caution is recommended. “This year, our Aged Care team has responded to 52 emergency and non-emergency activations and supported over 4,300 residents. “With the festive season upon us, we know many people are eager to visit loved ones. During this joyous and busy time, the risk of transmission tends to peak. To ensure the safety and well-being of elderly residents, we ask that family and friends adhere to the standard precautions.” What you can do to protect our most vulnerable: 1. Practice good hand hygiene: Washing hands thoroughly with soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. 2. Follow respiratory hygiene/cough etiquette: Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your elbow when you cough or sneeze and dispose of tissues properly. 3. Maintain physical distance: Keep a safe distance from others, especially if they are showing symptoms of illness. 4. Avoid visits if you are unwell: If you have any symptoms of illness, please postpone your visit to protect our residents. 5. Adhere to advice and guidance from the Aged Care Provider (remembering we have the best interests of your loved one and other residents at heart) – This may include the use of Personal Protective Equipment such as Masks, shields and gowns especially if you are feeling unwell, or requesting RAT testing. Details of Government support for aged care providers and workers can we found at https://lnkd.in/gu3bDSXu #AspenMedical #AgedCare #COVID19