Spot Checks to be conducted for Low COVID-19 Vaccination in Aged Care Homes

The Department of Health and Aged Care have announced that “spot check” will be conducted at Aged Care Sites will low vaccination rates.

To protect the health of older Australians, providers must continue to be vigilant by maintaining COVIDSafe behaviours. Vaccination continues to be the best line of defence against COVID-19. Being up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations provides an individual with significant protection and reduces the risk of developing serious illness. Up-to-date vaccination includes having had a booster shot in the last 6 months.

If your Residential Aged Care Home requires assistance to organise a COVID-19 Vaccinations Please contact the Ageing and Palliative Care Team at Country SA PHN via email [email protected]

For further information read the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission Regulatory Bulletin.