Die Anker puts plans in place to safeguard residents

SAVF Die Anker in Germiston South is doing all it can to ensure the safety of its elderly residents.

The home has restricted all visitations and stopped all church services, gatherings and meetings.

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“Our residents are of course allowed to go to hospital and doctor’s appointments,” said home manager Martie Otten.

Strict safety measures have been implemented at Die Anker’s entrance.

“We are very strict about our entrance procedures for all staff, who are contracted through Carelife Wellness and Retirement, and anyone who makes an essential delivery to the home,” explained Otten.

“Before entering, the staff or delivery person will have their hands sprayed with a sanitiser.

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“They will then complete a form and receive a sticker, a different colour for each day, to show that they have completed the form.

“They will then have their hands sprayed once again.”

Residents’ hygiene has also been stepped up.

“At breakfast, lunch and dinner the residents’ hands are sprayed before they enter the dining room,” said Otten.

“Furthermore, all residents have been supplied with sanitiser spray bottles which we keep filled for them.

“We have also supplied them with extra soap and encourage them to wash their hands as often as possible.”

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The home’s residents recently received a lecture on Covid-19, so they are aware of the dangers and the preventative measures.

“Our staff wear masks and gloves at all times and surfaces are sanitised as often as possible.

“We are doing all we can to ensure the safety of our residents,” said Otten.

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