Back to the Peninsula after 18 weeks in Melbourne

The head of a local aged care provider has returned to the Peninsula after being confined to Melbourne for nearly 18 weeks.

Peninsula Village chief executive Mr Shane Neaves said it was good to be back and "to talk directly to residents and staff without a Zoom meeting and limited access to everyday activities".

"The lockdown in Melbourne was an experience, to say the least," he said.

"But it was finally all worthwhile now that Victoria has reported 27 days of no new infections - a wonderful achievement and borders now reopening.

"While the world continues to focus on an antidote for Covid-19, we still need to remain vigilant and continue with the hand hygiene and screening of all residents and visitors.

"There is no doubt that the environment we live in has changed and will continue to be a threat to us all going forward.

"We do understand that it is a difficult time especially around the festive season, but public health guidelines are still being enforced and are there to protect us all.

"The festive season this year will be defined by that Covid grinch.

"There are many Christmas luncheons and limited entertainment planned for all sites - so at least we can enjoy the festive season together."

SOURCE:

Newsletter, 8 Dec 2020

Shane Neaves, Peninsula Village