Covid 19
While the peak of the pandemic has passed, we continue to take COVID-19 seriously. We remain committed to following best practices based on the latest advice from the Government, Public Health England, and the United Kingdom Home Care Association (UKHCA), to ensure your safety and wellbeing.
We want to maintain transparency with you, so that you remain confident in the care and protection we provide.
Find out more below.
National Guidelines
GOV.uk
The Government provided updated guidance for domiciliary care workers in the social care sector. Adina Home Care Services continues to work within these guidelines to ensure compliance and uphold robust risk management practices.
Please see links below for resources under COVID-19: how to work safely in domiciliary care in England.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-how-to-work-safely-in-domiciliary-care
Information for those providing personal care to people living in their own home during the coronavirus outbreak. Updated
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-providing-home-care
A framework to support the planning and organisation of adult social care during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-ethical-framework-for-adult-social-care
Care Quality Commission (CQC)
CQC continues to support providers through updated operational guidance. Temporary adjustments remain in effect under the Coronavirus Act 2020, helping services protect vulnerable people effectively.
- COVID-19: interim guidance on DBS and other recruitment checks
Local Council Guidelines
Local commissioning teams continue to share relevant updates and guidance to help manage any ongoing risks from new COVID-19 variants.
Key ongoing practices include:
Assumed Precaution: While most cases are now milder or asymptomatic, we continue to apply infection prevention measures such as hand hygiene and PPE use consistently, as a standard of care.
Contacts: Staff who follow PPE protocols are not considered close contacts when supporting service users who later test positive. However, we encourage lateral flow testing when needed for peace of mind.
Hospital Discharge: Some individuals may still require care after testing positive or being discharged while asymptomatic. We assess each situation with caution and care.
Testing: Regular testing helps us identify asymptomatic cases and protect those receiving care. Weekly testing is conducted, and all results are recorded and reported in line with guidance.
PPE: PPE remains a vital barrier in care delivery and is used diligently.
Vaccinations: We continue to support and encourage vaccinations as they remain an essential part of reducing severe illness.
Adina Home Care Services Approach
Adina Home Care Services continues to work closely with our local authorities, commissioners, and CCGs in a multi-agency effort to maintain safety while delivering high-quality care.
Our current ongoing measures include:
- Identifying and supporting service users who may still be at higher risk due to health conditions
- Reducing the number of carers supporting each service user where possible to minimise risk
- Practising consistent hand hygiene and wearing PPE
- Providing carers with COVID-19 testing kits and maintaining accurate result records
- Sourcing PPE stock through the NHS portal
- Maintaining high hygiene standards at all times, treating each situation with appropriate caution
- Continuing to comply with Health & Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, including up-to-date risk management protocols
Please visit our resources page for continued updates on how Adina Home Care Services is devoted to maintaining excellent standards in care delivery in today’s health environment.
