Update 31st March 2023
In our commitment to balancing the health, wellbeing, needs and preferences of all members of the Boandik community, we would like to re-iterate the following protective measures across all of Boandik's residential services:
For staff in non-outbreak services:
- Staff working with residents must wear a P2 mask whilst at work
- Staff who are not in direct contact with residents may now wear a surgical grade face mask
- All staff must complete a RAT prior to commencing work daily
- All staff must register attendance via Zipline prior to commencing work and sign out prior to leaving
For staff in a home with a Covid-19 outbreak:
- Staff working in a green zone must wear a P2 mask at all times and no longer required to wear eye protection
- Staff working in an Orange or Red Zone must wear full PPE
- All staff must complete a RAT prior to commencing work daily
- All staff must register attendance via Zipline prior to commencing work and sign out prior to leaving
For Visitors attending a non-outbreak service
- Register attendance at the site via Zipline located at each reception area
- Complete a rapid antigen test (RAT) prior to entry (available from reception)
- Wear a surgical grade mask (available from reception) throughout the visit
For Visitors attending an area zoned as Green in a service with an active outbreak
- Register attendance at the home via Zipline located at each reception area
- Complete a rapid antigen test (RAT) prior to entry (available from reception)
- Wear a P2 mask (available at reception) throughout the visit
- Restrict your movement during the visit, to the private room of your relative/friend
For Visitors attending an area of a service zoned as Orange and/or Red
- Register attendance at the home via Zipline located at each reception area
- Complete a rapid antigen test (RAT) prior to entry (available from reception)
- Wear full PPE and a P2 mask (available at the entry to the zone). Staff will assist with the correct PPE donning and doffing processes as required
- Restrict your movement during the visit, to the private room of your relative/friend
Again, I would like to sincerely thank you for your understanding and patience as we continue to work together to preserve the safety and wellbeing of all members of the Boandik community.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Pamela Alde by phoning 8725 7377.
Media Release
Mr Rappensberg most recently was Boandik's Interim CEO from May to September 2022 following the resignation of long-standing CEO Gillian McGinty, and successfully steered the organisation through a four (4) month Sanction period following a review by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission in the beginning of 2022.
Ms Quinn says, "that she and the Board are delighted that Mr Rappensberg is able to return to Mount Gambier whilst Boandik continues its journey of self-evaluation post last year's Sanction period to ensure that the care and safety of residents and clients remains at the highest possible standard."
The organisation will shortly commence a comprehensive change management project in order to embrace the Aged Care Reforms positively and work with the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission; it's residents and staff; and the South East Community, to maintain and enhance its status as a much respected and loved provider of services to older Australians and people living with a disability across our beautiful region.
