Rest Home Care
Edith Cavell - Edith Cavell Rest Home Care
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MISSION STATEMENT
To provide total care for our residents in a caring, personal environment. Our facility also offers these services: |
| Detail | |
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| Address | Cnr Head and Dryden Streets View Map |
| Suburb | Sumner |
| District | North-East-South |
| City/Town | Christchurch |
| Postal Address | Cnr Head and Dryden Sts Sumner |
| District Health Board Area | Canterbury |
| Phone | (03) 326 6608 |
| Fax | (03) 326 4905 |
| Mobile | |
| Manager | Elaine Chilton Nurse Manager |
| Owner | Mr Graham Pender |
| Website | www.edithcavell.co.nz |
| Updated: 29 Dec 2011 | |
| Detail | Status |
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| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| Additional Room Costs | Unknown |
| Updated: 3 Feb 2012 | |
| Detail | Status |
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| Total number of beds at this level of care | 28 |
| Long term vacancy | Yes |
| Short term vacancy | Yes |
| Subsidised short term care vacancy | Yes |
| Private short term care vacancy | Yes |
| Edith Cavell at Sumner has a reputation for elegance and our new rest home wing is no exception.
The rest home wing offers superior spacious rooms, studios and apartments. If you are looking for a warm home with classical features plus the option for hospital care when required please phone our General Manager Mr Nigel Georgieff on 03 326 6608. Thankyou. | |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Updated: 3 Feb 2012 | |
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioner | No | We are able to liaise with Nurse Practitioners at Princess Margaret Hospital | |
| Registered Nurse | Yes | 24 hour Registered Nurse cover on-site. | |
| Enrolled Nurse | Yes | ||
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
| Physiotherapist | Yes | ||
| Own Social Worker | Yes | Social Workers are readily accessible for consultation and visits as required. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | ||
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | ||
| Hairdresser | Yes | ||
| Podiatrist | Yes | Attends each client 6 weekly. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | ||
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Local ministers visit regularly. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | Volunteer visitors. | |
| Updated: 16 Jan 2011 | |||
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
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| Oxygen Management | Yes | We have O2 concentrators . |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | We work closely with DHB specialist staff |
| Wound Care | Yes | We refer as required to Nurse Specialists or Consultants. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Diabetic residents are managed within our home with support from GP and Nurse Specialists who may visit. |
| Continence Advisor | Yes | Available on request. |
| Infection Control | Yes | We have a strong relationship with Medlab South who are available to us for up to date advice and education. Registered Nurse Infection Control Nurse on the premises. |
| Palliative Care | Yes | We are part of the respected Liverpool Care Pathway and work closely with Nurse Maude Specialist Palliative care team |
| Psychiatric Care | No | Although not a pshychiatric unit our residents are able to seek support from a wide ranging network of outreach workers. |
| Gerontological Care | Yes | We have ready access to PMH specialists and have formed strong relationships with many of the team there. |
| Other Nursing Specialities | Yes | We pride ourselves on nursing care that supports you to remain as independant as possible while still offering a range of nursing services that meet individual needs. |
| Psychologist | No | Able to access for visits on referral from GP |
| Psychiatrist | No | Able to access when required. |
| Other Post Graduate Specialities | Yes | Registered Staff have differing areas of experience,interest and education including - palliative care, heart and respiratory disease, counselling and holistic care and care with warmth and a smile. |
| Updated: 16 Jan 2011 | ||
| Feature | Status | Details |
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| Under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | If a prospective client is happy to integrate with older people. |
| Short Term Care e.g. Carer Support, Respite Care | Yes | We seldom have a bed available for this but we will always try to accomodate you in between permanent placements |
| Carer Support/Respite Care Booking Facility | Yes | |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | |
| Palliative Care Contract | Yes | |
| Rooms (Single) | Yes | |
| Rooms (Suit Couple) | Yes | |
| Ensuite | Yes | |
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | We have one resident house cat 'Luke' and that is just how he likes it.Thankyou . |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | No | As above - we are a one cat facility. No caged birds |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
| Residents Committee | Yes | |
| Newsletter | Yes | |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | If not causing disturbance to other residents. |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | 3 lounge areas plus alcoves, sitting areas and bay windows with armchairs. Outside sitting areas. |
| Outings | Yes | |
| Rural Setting | No | However garden and hill views.Two blocks from beach and cafe. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Outside in courtyard and well away from doorways.Thankyou. |
| Semi-Secure | Yes | |
| Sprinklers | Yes | |
| Audit report available | Yes | We are happy to share our audit summary report with you. |
| Updated: 16 Jan 2011 | ||
| Privately owned and operated Edith Cavell is an integral part of the Sumner and surrounding communities.
All rooms have a view either to the hills or overlooking the garden. Within walking distance of the beach. Beautiful established gardens. |
| Updated: 16 Jan 2011 |
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Age Concern and Arthritis Society visit occasionally, Blind Foundation supply 'Talking Books' . Parkinson's Society are available if required. RSA visit regularly. Church services are held regularly.
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| Updated: 16 Jan 2011 |
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Details re Meals | Home cooking at Edith Cavell is a speciality. Breakfast is delivered to you in bed however the dining room is available if you would prefer. Morning and afternoon tea are served to you in your room or in the lounge.Our main meal is at midday and all diets are catered for. | |
| Staffing Details | Registered Nurses and trained/experienced Caregivers. Skilled Domestic staff. Physiotherapist and Diversional Therapist. | |
| Fees Details/Fees Do Not Include | Personal Items. Please discuss with us if unsure. | |
| Updated: 16 Jan 2011 | ||
| Language | Status | Details |
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| English | Yes | |
| French | Yes | |
| Samoan | Yes | |
| Updated: 3 Sep 2010 | ||
| Religious Affiliations | Status | Details |
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| Denominations/Faiths represented | Yes | All religions welcome. |
| Updated: 5 Jan 2011 | ||
| Location | Distance | Details |
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| Public Transport | 0.10 km | To bus stop. |
| Shops | 1.00 km | |
| Mall | 1.00 km | |
| Parks | 0.40 km | |
| Library | 1.00 km | To Public Library. Full library facilities available from our complex. |
| Credential | Status | Details |
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| N.Z. Aged Care Association (ex Healthcare Providers N.Z.) | Yes | |
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