Starting today, January 31, there are no limits to the number of visitors allowed into care homes in England.
However, visiting restriction may be put back in place should their be an outbreak of COVID.
Councillor Keir Pedley, Portfolio holder for Adult Social Care said,
“Walsall care home providers are keen to remind families and friends that the safety of their residents remains their priority. They will continue to take a measured approach to receiving visitors in a safe way, following robust infection prevention measures and taking into account their specific circumstances.”
“I would like to thank all care home staff in Walsall who continue to work incredibly hard to protect some of our most vulnerable residents through very challenging times.
Stephen Gunther, Director of Public Health said,
“I appreciate the emotional impact limited visitors has had on care home residents and their families as a result of the recent measures.
“Whilst the rate of COVID-19 remains really high in Walsall, I would advise visitors to care homes to continue to be cautious. Continue to wear a face covering, wash their hands on entry and use hand sanitiser frequently and importantly if they feel unwell to stay at home and book a PCR test.
“I encourage anyone that has not already had their COVID vaccinations and booster to make sure that they get them.”
“These actions will not only help protect their loved ones but also the other residents in the care homes who are more vulnerable if they catch COVID-19.”