Information about the COVID-19 vaccine for consumers, staff and contractors (catering, laundry, cleaning) of St Basil’s Homes NSW/ACT

Update: 9 June 2021
 

 

The Coronavirus vaccine (COVID-19 vaccine) which is available to aged care providers in Australia as of February 2021. The Australian Government is responsible for leading the roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccination program.
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What does this mean for our consumers?
Residential aged care residents are among the first people who can choose to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.

Getting vaccinated is voluntary, but strongly encouraged by the Australian Government.
COVID-19 is a very contagious virus that can cause serious respiratory infection, particularly in older people. The Australian Government’s information tell us that immunisation is a safe and effective way to help protect people from serious disease caused by the COVID-19 virus.
The vaccine is just one part of keeping the community safe and healthy. It is important for everyone to continue COVIDSafe practices.
 
VACCINE FOR RESIDENTIAL AGED CARE WORKERS
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The Australian Government is making it possible for workers in residential aged care to get vaccinated quickly and safely. The COVID-19 vaccine is voluntary, but strongly encouraged by the Government.
How residential aged care workers can access a COVID-19 vaccine
Workers in residential aged care will be offered a COVID-19 vaccine depending on their age which is in line with the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation recommendations:

  • People aged 50 years and over will receive the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
  • People aged under 50 years will receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.


 
How do I show I am eligible to receive a vaccine?
Aged care workers can confirm eligibility by providing one of the following documents at your vaccine appointment:

  • current work ID card showing employment in a relevant occupation
  • letter from employer or payslip confirming you are currently employed in aged care
  • a completed Eligibility Declaration Form.

You will also need to take proof of age (e.g. driver’s licence, passport, birth certificate) with you to your appointment. You may also wish to take your Medicare Card with you so that the vaccination details are added to your Immunisation Register.
 
Can I get a flu vaccine at the same time as a COVID-19 vaccine?
It is recommended you wait 14 days between getting a flu vaccine and a COVID-19 vaccine. It is important to plan for both vaccinations.
Flu vaccinations for residents and staff should occur:

  • 14 or more days before your first Pfizer dose
  • 14 or more days after your second (and final) Pfizer dose
  • 14 or more days before or after your first AstraZeneca dose
  • 14 or more days before or after your second (and final) AstraZeneca dose.

 
Who’s considered a Residential Aged Care Worker?
Residential aged care workers include anyone responsible for resident care, support and services, as well as maintenance and administration. This includes:

  • nursing and personal care staff
  • allied health professionals
  • students on placement, and
  • kitchen, cleaning, laundry, garden and office staff.

More information for Residential Aged Care Worker (this includes Laundry, Cleaning and Catering contractors)
 
VACCINE FOR IN-HOME AND COMMUNITY AGED CARE WORKERS
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In-home and community aged care workers 50 years and over can access an AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine at a:

  • GP clinic, GP respiratory clinic or Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service
  • state and territory AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine clinic.

In-home and community aged care workers aged under 50 years can access a Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at:

  • a state and territory Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination clinic.


How do I show I am eligible to receive a vaccine?
Aged care workers can confirm eligibility by providing one of the following documents at your vaccine appointment:

  • current work ID card showing employment in a relevant occupation
  • letter from employer or payslip confirming you are currently employed in aged care
  • a completed Eligibility Declaration Form.

You will also need to take proof of age (e.g. driver’s licence, passport, birth certificate) with you to your appointment. You may also wish to take your Medicare Card with you so that the vaccination details are added to your Immunisation Register. 
 
Can I get a flu vaccine at the same time as a COVID-19 vaccine?
It is recommended you wait 14 days between getting a flu vaccine and a COVID-19 vaccine. It is important to plan for both vaccinations.
Flu vaccinations should occur:

  • 14 or more days before your first Pfizer dose
  • 14 or more days after your second (and final) Pfizer dose
  • 14 or more days before or after your first AstraZeneca dose
  • 14 or more days before or after your second (and final) AstraZeneca dose.

 
There are several options for booking in to receive your COVID-19 vaccination depending on your age. Check your eligibility and find the location of your vaccination options now
More information for in-home Care and community aged care workers
 

PREPARING FOR THE VACCINE

    • Information about COVID-19 vaccines has been translated into multiple languages. Find information in your language below.

 

If you would like to discuss the COVID-19 vaccines you can:

 
When were the vaccines administered to consumers of St Basil’s Homes?

  • First round of vaccinations were administered on Monday 22nd March at Miranda, with the second vaccine administered on Monday 12th April. 
  • First round of vaccinations were administered on Tuesday 23rd March at Kogarah, with the second vaccine administered on Tuesday 13th April.
  • First round of vaccinations were administered on Monday 12th April at Annandale, with the second the second vaccine administered on Monday 26th April.
  • First round of vaccinations were administered on Saturday 17th April at Kensington with the second vaccine administered on Saturday 8th May.
  • First round of vaccinations were administered on Monday 19th April at Randwick with the second vaccine administered on Monday 3rd May.
  • First round of vaccinations were administered on Friday 14th May at Lakemba with the second vaccine administered on Friday 25th May.   

 
Updated rollout plan, medical conditions & vaccine bookings [28 April 2021]
 

 
How does the COVID-19 vaccine work?

 

 

 
*Australian Government agency administering the COVID-19 vaccine cannot confirm if they will administer the vaccine to the entire consenting workforce on the day.