We’re really proud and inspired by our support worker Mary Casson’s cancer fight and unwavering dedication and commitment she has shown to our residents during her cancer treatment.
Whilst receiving chemotherapy, and managing its effects, Mary focused her attention on developing her autism knowledge and skills by completing and passing two courses, Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism and How To Plan Care Home Activities.
Mary Casson, support worker at Goldcrest House says: “Having cancer has certainly given me plenty of time to plan ahead and think about my future in social care. I’m so very eager to get back to some form of normality but with a renewed focus. It’s extremely important to me to be able to develop my skills and knowledge and support the people whom I really enjoy working with, the residents and colleagues at Goldcrest House.”
Trish Patrickson, registered manager at Goldcrest House says: “Mary’s commitment during this very challenging time in her life is commendable. We are all inspired by her strength and positivity which is why I am very happy to support Mary now and in the future to develop her role within Goldcrest House.”
I am writing to notify you of our measures and contingency plans should there be a suspected case of coronavirus within the home.
Rest assured, we are taking this matter seriously and are ensuring that all staff are vigilant in the implementation and enforcing the recommendations and guidelines, provided by the following relevant sources: –
Prevention is our current focus, with staff prompting a more frequent personal hygiene management plan for all our service users and increased general cleaning of the home continuously through out the day. Tissues, personal hygiene products and hand sanitizers and face masks are being provided for all service users and staff and encouraged continuously in accordance with NHS Guidelines. Modes of transport and attendance of external activities are reviewed and risk assessed daily, to ensure a least restrictive approach to all of our service users day to day activity plans and general quality of life and well-being, are being upheld at all times, in line with given guidance.
In the event of a suspected case of coronavirus within Goldcrest House, the following measures will be taken effect immediately: –
I am sure you are aware, the situation in general is changing daily and it is our responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of all our service users, plans are subject to change continuously, this includes our visitor policy which is subject to change in accordance with government guidelines. All non-essential visiting will cease. Family and friends of our service users will be notified by telephone where ever possible. However, telephone and video calling will be made available for people who wish to contact their loved ones. Goldcrest has a skype account at goldcrestskype@gmail.com and has been made available for our service users to access. All I ask in is that you telephone Goldcrest to arrange a time so we can ensure our service users are available.
Alternatively, you could record a video on your phone and email it to us at info@goldcresthouse.org.uk which we will ensure your loved one will receive.
Please be assured that regular updates will be made available via our Facebook account and on the website. Alternatively, if you would like to speak with a member of staff or Management team please do not hesitate to contact us on this telephone number 01405 763607.
Yours sincerely
Trish Patrickson
Registered Manager
We just want to let you all know lock down isn’t stopping our fun!
We can’t do our daily visit into town but we’ve created the perfect solution and set up the Goldcrest House tuck shop.
We are certainly making the most of our beautiful, enclosed garden – the perfect sunny spot to relax and enjoy the moment
We are staying safe folks, look after yourselves during lock down and see you soon.
