Message from the Clinical Team Suleman
Staying Well This Winter Cold weather brings a few extra things to look after, and our team is on top of all of them. Here’s a gentle reminder of how we keep everyone happy and healthy through the cooler months.
Vaccinations. We are pleased to share that flu, RSV, Shingles and COVID vaccinations have been completed for all residents who consented and we will keep following up gently with families where consent is still to be confirmed. This year carries extra good news: from 15 May 2026, the RSV vaccine became free under the National Immunisation Program for people aged 75 and over, which covers most of our community. People aged 75 and over, including those living in residential aged care, are at the highest risk of severe illness and hospitalisation from influenza, COVID-19 and RSV, so these vaccinations make a real difference. A single dose of the RSV vaccine is currently recommended, with protection expected to last at least two years, while flu is updated each year and a COVID-19 dose is recommended every six months for those aged 75 and over. Keeping warm. Our team keeps residents snug with cosy layers, warm bedding and a favourite blanket always within reach. Staying warm is about far more than comfort research links good thermal comfort at home to better blood pressure, respiratory health and mental wellbeing in older people. Drinking enough. It is easy to forget fluids in winter, so our team encourages regular warm drinks and fluids throughout the day and where possible at night too. A warm cuppa or a glass of water is as good for hydration as it is for the spirits. Eating with the season. Winter brings its own wonderful produce. Seasonal favourites like apples, pears, broccoli and spinach are packed with fibre, vitamins and minerals to help keep everyone going through the colder months and our kitchen leans into hearty soups, casseroles and warming meals that residents love. Gentle movement. Keeping joints mobile and catching a little winter sunshine whenever the day allows. Movement is warmth even gentle activity generates heat, supports circulation and keeps people connected, which is why our lifestyle program keeps everyone moving in ways that feel good.
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