News
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Update on COVID-19 testing in social care
04 May 2020
This is an update to information issued on Wednesday 29 April 2020 on COVID-19 testing in care homes.
Testing arrangements for care workers and care home residents with COVID-19 symptoms are set out below.
Testing for care workers with COVID-19 symptoms
Care workers can be swabbed at regional or mobile testing centres, or by using home testing kits. Workers can self-refer through the online portal or be referred by their employer. Users enter their details and will then receive a text or email the same day, inviting them to either book an appointment at a regional testing site, or receive a home testing kit. Test results are usually available via text message within 48 - 72 hours
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ECC's response to ECA letter regarding the current COVID-19 situation in the county
30 April 2020
ECA recently wrote to Essex County Council with a number of concerns that you had raised with us regarding the current COVID-19 situation in the county. They responded by setting up an online meeting with us. Read the notes of the meeting with their responses to the concerns HERE
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FREE ECA Member webinar – Managing change through COVID-19 and beyond
29 April 2020
Our Commercial Partner, Citation are putting on another FREE Webinar for ECA members as well as other different regional care associations.
The webinar will provide an update on the latest COVID-19 guidance and immediate questions/challenges, covering topics such as regulatory and legal responsibilities, risk assessments, furlough, pay, communication with staff and holidays.
Date - Wednesday 6th May
Time - 12 PM to 2 PM.
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Updated PPE Guidance for Home Care from Public Health England
28 April 2020
Please click on the attached link to find the just released PPE guidance from Public Health England: New PPE Guidance for Home Care
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SUPPORT FOR REGISTERED MANAGERS from Skill for Care
27 April 2020
Please find information in the link below regarding the launch of Skills for Care new RMN helpline, along with other useful information, support and resources available to you during Covid-19.