Boab Health Services’ Response Updates
Boab Health Services COVID-19 response update #4 – 22 May 2020
Boab Health Services COVID-19 response update #3 – 3 April 2020
Boab Health Services COVID-19 response update #2 – 26 March 2020
Boab Health Services COVID-19 response update #1 – 20 March 2020
COVID-19 safe workplace.
Our number one priority is the safety of our clients, teammates and community.
Our Executive Management Team continues to regularly monitor advice, guidance and directives around the coronavirus pandemic provided by Local, State and Federal government agencies.
We are vigilant with our health and safety measures to protect the safety of our community. These measures include daily and weekly cleaning procedures, daily fit-for-work screening for staff and COVID-19 symptom screening for clients and increase in hand and personal hygiene for staff and clients alike.
Remote Aboriginal community service delivery
We are respectful of Aboriginal communities’ right to determine which services enter each individual community.
In line with The Department of the Premier and Cabinet’s advise (including the Remote Aboriginal Communities Direction (No.3)) and in consultation with KAHPF, remote Aboriginal community clinics and the local community councils we have recommenced mutually-agreed return to outreach service delivery to most remote Aboriginal communities across the Kimberley.
Policies and Plans
We are continuing to implement our Pandemic Policy, Recovery Plan and COVID-19 Action Plan. And regularly update our staff on the latest guidelines on the coronavirus situation, including weekly sitrep key updates from the WA Country Health Service.
Coping with coronavirus anxiety
Beyond Blue Australia has some helpful tips if you are feeling worried about the coronavirus pandemic. View Beyond Blue article.
Diabetes Management and other supports
People living with diabetes need to take the same precautions as everyone else, with a few additional considerations. For the latest information on diabetes and COVID-19 visit Diabetes WA.
We have an ongoing partnership with Diabetes WA to provide access to diabetes education across the Kimberley. Diabetes WA has services available if you are unable to reach your usual diabetes educator with Boab Health Services.
- Diabetes WA Helpline: free access to the latest diabetes management advice from a Credentialed Diabetes Educator on 1300 001 880, 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday to Friday. Available for both health professionals and people living with diabetes.
- Diabetes WA Telehealth Service for all metro and regional areas: book a free consultation with our team of diabetes educators including dietitians, pharmacists and registered nurses. Diabetes education is delivered via videoconferencing on your computer or your mobile phone, from the comfort of your home or anywhere with suitable equipment. To book, call 1300 001 880 or email telehealth@diabeteswa.com.au
- MYDESMOND – an online self-management program for people with type 2 diabetes in WA.
For the most up to date information
Coronavirus Health Information Line
Australian Government Department of Health
WA Government COVID-19 State of Emergency Updates
WA Department of Health – HealthyWA
Please do not hesitate to contact our Executive Management Team or any of our staff members should you have any queries.
Health Promotion Resources
KAMS Cover your Cough and Sneeze Poster
WHO How to effectively Wash your Hands Poster
WHO How to effectively Hand Rub with Sanitizer Poster
Updated 18 August 2020