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Te Wiremu House - Pohutukawa Wing
DRAFT
Anglican Care (Waiapu) Ltd is a Christian organisation committed to demonstrating the gospel values of love and justice for all people through its services.
Our facility also offers these services:
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Contact Details
| Detail | |
| Address | 621 Aberdeen Rd View Map |
| City/Town | Gisborne |
| District Health Board Area | Tairawhiti |
| Phone | (06) 867 5817 |
| Fax | (06) 867 6934 |
| Manager | Lynette Stankovich (Phone: 06 867 5817) |
| Owner | Anglican Care (Waiapu) Ltd (Phone: 06 835 8230) |
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Updated: 21 Jul 2010 |
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
| Total number of beds at this level of care | 24 |
| Long term vacancy | No |
| Subsidised short term care vacancy | No |
| Private short term care vacancy | No |
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| Impending vacancy | No |
| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
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Updated: 3 Sep 2010 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
| Registered Nurse |
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Yes |
Staff available round the clock |
| Physiotherapist |
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Negotiable |
May be accessed via Tairawhiti DHB or privately. |
| Occupational Therapist |
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Negotiable |
May be accessed via Tairawhiti DHB |
| Diversional Therapist |
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Yes |
We have three co-ordinators employed within the service. They job share this role. One is now nationally qualified |
| Activities Co-ordinator |
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Yes |
See Diversional Therapist |
| Hairdresser |
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Yes |
One of the most popular services is the weekly visit of the hairdresser. The Hairdresser has salon facilities within the home. |
| Podiatrist |
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Yes |
Here monthly. Appointments can be made through the office. |
| Dietitian |
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Yes |
Consulted as required |
| Kaumatua |
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Negotiable |
As required. |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor |
6+ |
Yes |
The Chaplain visits the home 3 times a week, or as the need arises. The friendship and ministry offered by her to all residents and staff is proving to be of great value. |
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Updated: 21 Sep 2008 |
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
| Wound Care |
Yes |
As required through Gisborne Hospital |
| Diabetic Care |
Yes |
As required through Gisborne Hospital |
| Continence Advisor |
Yes |
As required through Gisborne Hospital |
| Infection Control |
Yes |
As required through Gisborne Hospital |
| Stomal Therapist |
Yes |
As required through Gisborne Hospital |
| Specialist Palliative Care |
Yes |
As required through Gisborne Hospital |
| Palliative Care |
Yes |
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| Psychiatric Care |
Yes |
As required through Gisborne Hospital |
| Gerontological Care |
Yes |
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| Clinical Manager |
Yes |
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| Other Nursing Specialities |
Yes |
As required through Gisborne Hospital |
| Psychologist |
Yes |
As required through Gisborne Hospital |
Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
| Under 65 yrs with Disability |
Yes |
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| Short Term Care e.g. Carer Support, Respite Care |
Yes |
If bed available |
| Palliative Care Contract |
No |
However after consulation with the GP, Gisborne's palliative care team are often involved. |
| Whanau Room |
Yes |
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| Rooms (Single) |
Yes |
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| Ensuite |
Yes |
Four |
| May Bring Own Furniture |
Yes |
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| Alcohol Permitted |
Yes |
Under supervision only |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room |
Yes |
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| Maori Kaupapa |
Yes |
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| Residents Committee |
Yes |
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| Newsletter |
Yes |
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| Policy for management of challenging behaviour |
Yes |
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| Confused Residents |
Yes |
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| Lounges/seating areas |
Yes |
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| Outings |
Yes |
Under supervision |
| Smoking Permitted |
Yes |
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| Semi-Secure |
No |
Totally secure |
| Sprinklers |
Yes |
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Updated: 21 Sep 2008 |
Special Features
A BRIEF HISTORY OF TE WIREMU
The land for Te Wiremu in Aberdeen Road Gisbome was bought in 1957 for the sum of two thousand one hundred and thirty seven pounds by the J.N. Williams Memorial Trust specifically for an Anglican Retirement Home.
In December that year funds were granted by the Anglican Archdeaconry, the Diocese and the J.N. Williams Memorial Trust making it possible for building to begin.
Early in 1960 the Home which cared for 25 residents was opened by Bishop Norman Lesser and the foundation stone was laid by Mrs H.B. Williams.
In 1976 it was decided to add a new wing to accommodate another 8 residents and to up-grade the kitchen and dining room.
The next extension came in 1988 when, thanks to a generous grant from the J.N. Williams Memorial Trust, another 11 rooms and a large sun room were added to the Home.
In 1993 the kitchen and dining room were upgraded and the entry and administration areas were also extended and refurbished.
The newly upgraded rooms ensure that we provide the elderly of Gisbome with the best of care in modern pleasant surroundings.
Since November 1992 Te Wiremu has taken over the administration of the Arohaina Retirement Village three kilometres down Aberdeen Road from the Home. This extends our facilities to include independent life-style units (which are purchased on a licence to occupy basis).
POTUTUKAWA WING
Our Dementia Unit is a new custom built unit which was completed in July 2000. It is spacious with large lounges and a secure garden.
Staff all have specific training in caring for residents with Dementia. |
Interests And Activities
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Activity programme 23 hours per week with experienced Diversional Therapist, and 28 hours per week in the evenings with an Activities Officer.
Activities include - , BBQ, Big print books, Aromatherapy, Art, , Board games, Bowls, Cards, Children, Church, Classical Music, Concerts, Cooking, Craft, Dancing, Entertainers, Entertainment, Exercises, Games, Garden, Gardening, Indoor Games, Jigsaw, Massage, Movies, Music, Outings, Parties, Pianist, Religious services, Sing-a-longs, Visitors.
Regular contact with - , Age Concern, Alzheimer's Society, Arthritis society, RSA
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Updated: 21 Sep 2008 |
Additional Information
| Topic | | Details |
| Details re Meals |
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Are all cooked on site, a four week menu provides a varied and nutritionally balanced diet. Personal preferences are taken into account. |
| Staffing Details |
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A staff of 80 work mainly on a part time basis to care for our 90 residents.
As well as nurses, caregivers, activities officers and maintenance and grounds staff, there are also visiting specialists such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists and podiatrists. A hairdresser also visits weekly and Te Wiremu is fortunate to have a strong team of voluntary helpers who provide entertainment, a shopping facility, flowers, gardeners, drivers and much else besides.
Residents retain their own General Practitioners though an on call Doctor is available if needed. Most medical and pharmaceutical costs are paid for by Te Wiremu House. According to Health Department Regulations all residents are visited regularly by their GP who will also call when requested either by the nursing staff or the resident. |
| Associated Complexes |
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Carter House (Te Puke), Hodgson House (Tauranga), Waiapu House (Havelock North), Peria House (Opotiki). |
| Fees Details/Fees Do Not Include |
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Personal toiletries, clothes, personal telephone etc. |
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Updated: 21 Sep 2008 |
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
| Chinese |
Yes |
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| English |
Yes |
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| Maori - Te Reo |
Yes |
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| Samoan |
Yes |
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Religious Affiliations
| Religious Affiliations | Status | Details |
| Anglican |
Yes |
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| Christianity |
Yes |
Communion service is held monthly on the first Wednesday of the month in the lounge. |
| Denominations/Faiths represented |
Yes |
Anglican, Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Roman Catholic, Salvation Army. |
| Inter denominational |
Yes |
Ministers of other denominations also come as requested. |
| Non denominational |
Yes |
The spiritual needs of our residents are of great importance, but church affiliation is not required, nor is there any requirement to attend the services of worship held in the home. |
| (Other comments) |
Yes |
Ministry is always available in times of sickness or dying, and the needs of the family and friends are always considered. |
Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
| Public Transport |
1.00 km |
Bus |
| Shops |
0.50 km |
Dairy, hairdresser, |
| Mall |
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n/a |
| Parks |
0.60 km |
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| Library |
4.00 km |
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Credentials
| Credential | Status | Details |
| N.Z. Aged Care Association (ex Healthcare Providers N.Z.) |
Yes |
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| ACE ("Aged Care Education" Training programme) |
Yes |
Core and Dementia |
| New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services (NZCCSS) |
Yes |
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| CareerForce (ex CSSITO (Community Support Services Industry Training Organisation) |
Yes |
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