A resident becomes ill – would their age/health determine if they are admitted to hospital?
18 March 2020
The presentation of need would determine hospitalisation. The latest guidance refers to policy around isolation. (15/3)
FAQs
How are we going to maintain and increase flow from hospitals in such circumstances?
18 March 2020
We will prioritise need, with discharge from hospital a high priority but balanced alongside protecting people at high risk in their own homes. We will be exploring ways of utilising DCC and NHS community capacity, including potential staff redeployment to the front line and mobilising other capacity wherever possible. This will be kept under constant Continue reading…
How do we manage/understand whether there is enough care home placements available to meet the demand as some homes are now on lock down?
18 March 2020
If providers are doing anything to affect their available beds they should email adultsc.adultcarehealthcovid19-mailbox@devon.gov.uk The information from providers is being collated to give us a county-wide perspective so that any gaps in provision can be tackled.
How will priority for services be determined?
18 March 2020
Service user prioritisation guidance has been prepared for use by care management and providers and is being issued on this website. In that communication, providers will be asked to review their own prioritisation against those criteria and consideration is currently being given to allocating support to providers form our care operations teams. (15/3)
Can NHS/DCC supply face masks, hand gel, paper towels or personal protection equipment (PPE)?
18 March 2020
Some health and care providers have experienced difficulties accessing stocks of PPE from their usual suppliers due to increased demand and supply chain issues. While adult social care providers are independent businesses, they are vital partners in the delivery of services to vulnerable people. The Department of Health and Social Care is beginning the free Continue reading…