Visiting Cobden Health

The health and safety of residents is our priority, and we appreciate your support in the measures we are taking to ensure their well-being.

Whilst visits are vital in maintaining a physical and emotional connection for our residents, it is important we remain vigilant due to the risks COVID-19 poses to older people and to ensure our home meets the State Government’s requirements.

The Commonwealth Government is providing rapid antigen tests (RATs) to residential aged care services. RATs are an important screening tool and provide a degree of confidence that people who are infectious with COVID-19 do not attend our home.

We ask that all our visitors and contractors undertake this quick daily test prior to entering our home. Our staff can demonstrate how to take the test and read the results if you require assistance. All visitors are asked to report to reception for RAT test screening and to record your details on the sign-in sheet upon entering our home.

Please do not visit our home if:

- You, or anyone in your household, are unwell

- You, or anyone in your household, have been told to
self-isolate (including because you are close contacts or are waiting
on the results from a COVID-19 test)

If you would like to discuss current visiting arrangements or have a particular request, please do not hesitate to speak with the General Manager.

If you need further support, you can also contact the Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) on 1800 700 600, or the Aged Care Safety and Quality Commission on 1800 951 822.