From the Chief Executive Officer

A WORD FROM THE Chief Executive Officer

This year has started with a mixture of anticipation and optimism. In NSW, our teams have displayed such fortitude and compassion that I am moved to say how proud I am of each and every one of them. Their ability to provide a continuity of care under extremely challenging circumstances is an exceptional testament to the standard of professionalism the entire team has displayed during this difficult period.

To assist some of our frontline workers, a group of health care professionals from our WA cohort headed over to Sydney in January, donning and doffing alongside their NSW colleagues, and experiencing first-hand the challenges of caring for our residents in a COVID-19 outbreak scenario.

It’s valuable experience that we’re now able to bring to bear as WA faces its greatest challenge in the pandemic so far. As the number of infections continues to rise, I would like to reassure all our residents, their families and friends, that we remain prepared in terms of managing any potential COVID outbreaks in our homes. Our staff are confident and wellversed in our Outbreak Management Plan, and as ever, our number one priority is the safety and well-being of our residents and staff. We are all in this together against COVID-19. As such, this issue of Life & Love shines a spotlight on the hard-working, dedicated staff who are literally on the frontline of the fight against COVID-19. I’m honoured to share their stories and experiences. Life, of course, goes on in our wonderful homes in WA and NSW and you’ll find some fantastic images of our residents enjoying Chinese New Year, Australia Day and other special occasions celebrated throughout the past few months. Thank you again for your unwavering support as we work hard to keep your loved ones safe and well, our number one priority at Hall & Prior. Yours truly,

GRAEME PRIOR Chief Executive Officer