Issue 9: Spring/Summer 2021
Care, RMBI Care Co.
RMBI Care Co. the reunions
After a long year with limited contact, RMBI Care Co. residents and staff are delighted to have begun welcoming visitors back into their Homes, reuniting families at long last.
This March, RMBI Care Co. re-opened their care homes’ doors to family visits, and in May, following new government guidance, care home residents were able to have five named visitors – a step towards normality.
One of the first residents to receive a visit was Edna from Lord Harris Court, in Berkshire.
“It means so much to me to see my daughter in person once again and have her sit next to me. Thankfully, we’ve been able to see each other in the Home’s visitor pod during the pandemic, which has been great, but it means the world to me to be able to hold her hand again.” – Edna
Lesley, whose daughter lives at Harry Priestley House in Doncaster, which supports adults with learning disabilities, said:
“It’s so lovely to be back in the Home as it has actually been a whole year since I last visited inside. I am so happy to be able to hold my daughter’s hand again and I’m looking forward to being able to give her a hug in the near future.”
In May, visitor restrictions further relaxed and RMBI Care Co. Homes in England were able to have five named visitors, with two visiting at any time – either two people from the same household or bubble, or two separate visitors from different households.
Safety measures for visitors
To ensure the safety of RMBI Care Co. residents and staff, visitors to homes are asked to follow the steps below:
- Wash their hands thoroughly and have their temperature checked
- Take a lateral flow test and receive a negative result for COVID-19
- Wear suitable PPE, including gloves, an apron, and a mask
- RMBI Care Co.’s visitor pods also remain open to support family meetings in a safe space
RMBI Care Co. offers residential care, nursing care and residential dementia support to meet the needs of older people at 18 locations across England and Wales.
For more information on the Homes, including how to apply for a place, visit their website:
