This month has been a busy and productive time across Finley Regional Care, with a continued focus on quality care, resident wellbeing, and clinical excellence.
We begin by congratulating Julie Riseley on her appointment as Clinical Care Coordinator. Julie is a valued Registered Nurse with a wealth of experience and will play an important role in supporting the oversight of clinical care, providing staff support, and strengthening clinical governance across the service. In her role, Julie works closely with the Director of Nursing and in partnership with the broader clinical and care team to ensure a coordinated and consistent approach to care delivery. Julie is approachable and available to discuss any resident care concerns with both residents and their families, supporting open communication and collaborative care.
As we head into the cooler months, we remain focused on supporting the health and wellbeing of all residents. This time of year brings an increased risk of seasonal illness, and our team continues to take proactive steps to help keep everyone safe and well.
We are pleased to share that our annual influenza vaccination clinic was successfully completed this month for all residents who had provided consent. Vaccination remains one of the most effective ways to protect our residents from seasonal illness, and we thank residents and families for their support.
We would also like to advise that the COVID-19 booster vaccine is now available. Our team is currently obtaining consent from residents and their representatives for those who wish to receive the booster.
Three-Monthly Care Evaluations:
Care plans are reviewed every three months to ensure they remain current, relevant, and responsive to each resident’s individual needs. These reviews are shared via email in line with personal communication preferences. In meeting the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards, we work collaboratively with each resident (along with their representatives) to ensure care reflects their preferences and supports the best possible outcomes. Resident and family input is a valued and essential part of this process, and we welcome your feedback.
Looking ahead, Broadway Smiles Dentist will be returning on Thursday 11 June to provide follow-up treatments for residents seen during their previous visit. The service will also be available to residents who would like to be seen on-site. Expressions of interest are now open, with further details and associated costs to be provided closer to the date.
Thank you to our residents, families, and staff for your ongoing support and shared commitment to delivering safe, respectful, and high-quality care.
(Amy Lankester, Director of Nursing)
