Our commitment to COVID-19 safety

SA Disability Care is committed in to providing support and protecting our participants, staff and the community from COVID-19. The This is an ever-evolving situation that can change rapidly, and it is our responsibility to work together to minimise the risk of spreading the virus.

SA Disability Care ensures that the NDIS Practice Standards are met and has implemented two new COVID-Safety measures for everyone’s protection and to ensure our business remains open and our services continue to be delivered. These are:

1. Telecommunication channels have been placed with all NDIS participants to ensure staff can be frequently in contact with participants.
2.  Area coordinators have been implemented to ensure that participants’ support needs are met and that their preferences are made clear.

COVID-19 is a respiratory illness caused by a new virus. Symptoms include fever, coughing, a sore throat and shortness of breath. The virus can spread from person to person, but good hygiene can prevent infection.

Symptoms of COVID-19 can range from mild illness to pneumonia. Some people will recover easily, and others may get very sick very quickly.

People with coronavirus may experience:

• fever
• symptoms such as coughing, a sore throat and fatigue
• shortness of breath

If you are concerned you may have COVID-19, you should:

• use the symptom checker found here
• seek medical attention
• call Primary Care – Central Patient COVID-19 Triage Hotline – 1800 020 080

The Australian Government provides regular updates on the status of COVID-19 in your area and the precautions you should take. Restrictions may include social distancing and reduce movement. These updates can be found here .