31 March 2020
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is a temporary scheme open to all UK employers for at least three months starting from 1 March 2020. We are advised by central government that the scheme to be up and running by the end of April 2020. It is designed to support employers whose operations have been severely Continue reading…
31 March 2020
A full range of business support measures have been made available to UK businesses and employees. This page helps businesses find out how to access the support that has been made available, who is eligible, when the schemes open and how to apply.
31 March 2020
The British Geriatrics Society has published the following guidance about how to manage the COVID-19 pandemic in care homes.
27 March 2020
We do require you to inform us by emailing adultsc.adultcarehealthcovid19-mailbox@devon.gov.uk, as well as phoning Public Health England on 111. If the person has a direct payment they should speak either to their named care manager or to Care Direct on 0345 155 1007. If the person has had no contact with the Council and needs Continue reading…
26 March 2020
By their very nature those with dementia and Learning disabilities will struggle to retain the central government guidance about social isolation, social distancing, handwashing, presenting at primary care etc. This is a very new dictate and some members of our community will not be able to retain this information. Social care’s role will be to Continue reading…
18 March 2020
In an emergency situation such as a fire when there is risk to life than normal fire and evacuation procedures would apply but please be mindful of how you manage residents’ exposure to infection (either infecting others or becoming infected themselves) during and after evacuation and adjust your alternative accommodation plans accordingly. (26/3)
18 March 2020
In the first instance, advice and reassurance should be offered to the care worker around the use of PPE. If they continue to be unwilling to provide care an alternative care worker should be identified if possible. If no care worker will attend then the provider should escalate this to the COVID-19 Incident Management Team Continue reading…
18 March 2020
We have sent a letter to all service users and carers. Some common messaging that we can share with you to share with your users.
18 March 2020
Providers should refer to this website for most up to date guidance. Local communications will be cascaded through cluster hubs as these are established. In addition to this website and email distribution, there will be an opportunity to take part in a number of virtual forums which have now been established. You will be invited Continue reading…
18 March 2020
Please refer to the latest guidance on residential care provision.