Dementia Care (Secure environment)
Lonsdale Hospital & Resthome
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We are proud to introduce Teppett Flats, Lonsdale’s specialist Dementia Unit, Midcentrals newest specialist unit
With a purposely build & designed interactive garden, which includes beach- like area, aviary, bus stop, letter box, waist high garden bed, washing line, grassed area for outdoor activities such as lawn bowls and beautifully maintained gardens, along with a boutique family feeling living accommodation. We also provide a full time Divisional Therapist to encourage daily activities for our residents. This includes memory boards with photos, hobbies and interests of the resident to help retain otherwise easily forgotten things for those suffering dementia. Loved ones are safe and secure in our unit and cared for at the highest of standards. Our facility also offers these services: |
| Detail | |
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| Address | 14 Robinson Street View Map |
| District | Horowhenua |
| City/Town | Foxton |
| District Health Board Area | MidCentral |
| Phone | (06) 363 8498 |
| Fax | (06) 363 5685 |
| Mobile | |
| Manager | Susan Ball (Phone: (06) 363 8498) |
| Owner | Lonsdale Total Care Centres (Phone: (06) 363 8498) |
| Website | www.lonsdalehospital.co.nz |
| Updated: 22 May 2012 | |
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| Additional Room Costs | Unknown |
| Updated: 23 Feb 2012 | |
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Total number of beds at this level of care | 8 |
| Long term vacancy | Yes |
| Short term vacancy | Yes |
| Wonderful family home envirnoment, large single rooms and two doubles which ideal for couples or friends | |
| Impending vacancy | Yes |
| Updated: 22 May 2012 | |
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | We have highly trained RNs on site 24/7 | |
| Enrolled Nurse | Yes | All our ENs have obtained their compentency training endorsement | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | All have been trained in Dementia Care | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | Contract Physiotherapist would makes regular visits to all our residents | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | Full Time Diverional Therapist wtih targeted programmes for residents with Dementia | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Work part time in association with our DT | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | Contracted hair dresser makes monthly visits | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | We are able to arrange visit for the contracted Podiatrist | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Contracted to assist in meal planning and training | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Regular visits for all domoninations | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | Cook - All meals are prepared and completed on site | |
| Updated: 11 Feb 2012 | |||
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Wound Care | Yes | Trained RN staff member who specialises in Wound Care and works in conjuction with the DHB Wound Specialist Nurse when needed |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | All our registered staff have up to date training in the care of the diabetic person |
| Continence Advisor | Yes | We use the highest standard of products for those that need incontience products with regular update training |
| Infection Control | Yes | High standard of hygiene training is mandatory |
| Specialised Dementia Care | Yes | All our staff have attented training on "Dementia Care' |
| Gerontological Care | Yes | We have continuing training in all aspects of Gerontological care |
| Clinical Manager | Yes | Our CM has many years of experience in this role and works closely with our Nurse Manager |
| Updated: 11 Feb 2012 | ||
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | We have a current contract with the DHB and are able to care for the under 65s |
| Short Term Care e.g. Carer Support, Respite Care | Yes | We are able to take residents from one night to several months should short term/respite care be needed |
| Carer Support/Respite Care Booking Facility | Yes | |
| Rooms (Single) | Yes | Most of our rooms in our Teppett Flats area are single rooms |
| Rooms (Shared) | Yes | We have several shared rooms available which is excellent for residents that enjoy the company of others |
| Rooms (Suit Couple) | Yes | We have rooms that are suitable to take couples so their peace of mind is relaxed |
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | We encourage furniture that belong to residents to keep that 'home' feeling |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | Should a resident require this, it will be available and well monitered by our staff |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | This can be spoken about prior to a resident joining us |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | No | Our facility is centrally heated and we are proud to maintain a comfortable setting |
| Newsletter | Yes | We produce a monthly newletter to keep residents, families and friends up to date with events within our facility |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | We adhere to the strict guidelines of caring for those with challenging behaviour |
| Confused Residents | Yes | Our staff are trained in ways to aid any residents who may suffer confusion |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | We have a lounge area where we encourage resident to mix and mingle or watch TV/listen to music We also have a dedicated Dining area where residents are encouraged to have their meals |
| Outings | Yes | We have two mobility vans and regular trips for our residents are made |
| Rural Setting | No | Foxton has a populaton of 4500 and it is considered to me a rural town |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | In smoking areas only |
| Sprinklers | Yes | We have sprinklers throughout our facility |
| Updated: 11 Feb 2012 | ||
| We have an interactive secure garden where we encourage our residents to enter and use.
There is the washing line for those who feel the need to still do the house work A letter box they can clear Budgies in the avairy with all of them have been named |
| Updated: 11 Feb 2012 |
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Activity programme, Age Concern, Alzheimer's Society, Care and Craft, Exercises, Garden, Gardening, Indoor Games, Music |
| Updated: 11 Feb 2012 |
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Staffing Details | In-Service Education Dedicated to training and developing our staff, our training portal allows our internal staff to develop and maintain their knowledge, skills and values, essential attributes consistent to the delivery of quality care and professional development. Mandatory courses for all staff include: •OSH Fundamentals •Manual Handling in Aged Care •Infection Control •Understanding Dementia – An introduction •Understanding Dementia – Communicating skills •Understanding Dementia – Understanding behaviour we find difficult or challenging | |
| Updated: 11 Feb 2012 | ||
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Malay | Yes | |
| Maori - Te Reo | Yes | |
| Updated: 11 Feb 2012 | ||
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | Only 15 mins from Levin and 45 from Palmerston North | |
| Shops | A lovely five min stroll to the local shops | |
| Library | Five mins walk to the Libray | |
| Updated: 22 May 2012 | ||