COVID-19

Coronavirus disease 2019 (also referred
to as COVID 19) is an infectious disease

COVID-19

COVID-19 SAFETY

AboutCOVID-19?

Coronavirus disease 2019 (also referred to as COVID 19) is an infectious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). It has been declared to be a pandemic by the WHO as it has spread rapidly throughout the entire world.
Omicron variant:
The Omicron variant spreads more easily than the original virus that causes COVID-19 and the Delta variant. CDC expects that anyone with Omicron infection can spread the virus to others, even if they are vaccinated or don’t have.

Symptoms:
Persons infected with the Omicron variant can present with symptoms similar to previous variants. The presence and severity of symptoms can be affected by COVID-19 vaccination status, the presence of other health conditions, age, and history of prior infection.

Symptoms include:
• Fever
• Cough
• Fatigue
• Shortness of breath or breathing difficulties,
• And loss of smell and taste

COVID-19

Tools to Fight

• Wearing a Mask:
Well-fitting masks offer protection against all variants and Face masks can help slow the spread of coronavirus
• Taking Vaccination:
Getting vaccinated and staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines is the best way to protect yourself and others against the CORONA
• Frequent hand washing:
Regular handwashing is one of the best ways to protect from COVID-19, remove germs, avoid getting sick, and prevent the spread of germs to others. Whether you are at home, at work, traveling, or out in the community.

• Social / Physical distancing
Physical distancing helps limit the spread of COVID-19 – this means we keep a distance of at least 1m from each other and avoid spending time in crowded places or in groups.
Protect yourself and others. Break the chain of transmission

• Quarantine:
Self-Quarantine or self-Isolation are important to limit coronavirus,Isolation and quarantine help protect the public by preventing exposure to people who have or may have a COVID-19.

• Personal hygiene:
Simple hygiene measures can help protect your family’s health and everyone else’s.
– Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
– Don’t touch your face
– Don’t cough or sneeze into your hands
– Cover your mouth and nose with your elbow or tissue when coughing or sneezing. Dispose of used tissue immediately.

Fave Support Services

Our SafetyMeasures:

We understand the importance of having a comprehensive infection prevention and control COVID-19 response. As part of our Outbreak Prevention Program, we have ensured that:
Recommend our staff to take vaccine
There is an infection control lead at our facility
Our Staff are well trained and can demonstrate competency in infection prevention and control, particularly in the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Possess sufficient stocks of PPE on site
Have a robust process for screening all staff and visitors on entry to the facility.

SA HealthUpdates

Information on in English COVID-19 Vaccinations

Information in other languages Translated Resources page

Support Options Help and Advice page

COVID-19 frequently asked questions

Visit the SA Government COVID-19 website

SA COVID-19 Information Line 1800 253 787

SA COVID-19 Mental Health Support 1800 632 753 or visit the Mental health support page.

COVID-19 Vaccination

All Australians are encouraged to have the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine is voluntary and free. All NDIS participants aged 16 and over, their carers and support workers can access the COVID-19 vaccination.

Vaccine information for people with a disability

Vaccine information for disability service providers

Vaccine information for disability workers

Vaccine rollout and high priority groups