WINTER 2020
WELCOME BACK We are delighted to let you know that we are reopening Mathers House on Monday 29 June 2020. We have missed you all so much and are really looking forward to reconnecting with you soon. We know that this has been a challenging time for many people, particularly those who have been isolated. We have been calling and chatting to those of you that we have phone numbers for, hopefully this has made you still feel a part of the wonderful Mathers House community. Please be assured we will be doing everything we can to make you as safe as possible as you return to the centre. Whilst we were closed we said a sad farewell to Fiona who has now moved on to take up a new position outside of Council. We wish her all the best for the future! Our new face may be familiar to some of you as we warmly welcome back Aisha Paulsen to Mathers House. Aisha previously worked as the Mathers House Support Assistant and has more recently been working as a Community Engagement Officer at the Town Hall. Welcome back Aisha! 108–110 Bathurst Street, Hobart 7000 T. 6234 1441 E. mathersplace@hobartcity.com.au www.hobartcity.com.au
COVID-19 ROADMAP TO RECOVERY NEW MEASURES Hopefully you are aware of the State Government’s Roadmap to Recovery and the expectations for us all to be vigilant for a while longer. We want everyone to be safe, healthy and active in the community, so please look after yourself which in turn will help us to look after you. We will need to introduce some new measures to assist us in keeping us all safe when you come back to Mathers House including the requirement to book in for all programs. You will see signs in each room advising of how many people can be in each space and we will be limiting people to meet these numbers. We will also need to record the names and contact details when attending the facility. Please see below a list of things that you need to be aware of:
Don’t come to the centre if: •
You have COVID-19 and you are still under instructions to quarantine;
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You are unwell including with fever (or night sweats/chills) or respiratory symptoms, e.g. shortness of breath, cough or sore throat; or
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If you are awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.
Keeping your distance We know it will be difficult but please remember not to shake hands or exchange physical greetings and stay 1.5 meters apart where possible.