Rest Home Care
Epsom South Retirement Home
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We aim to make Epsom South Retirement Home "a Home" where people can live in a comfortable, warm and friendly environment.
We offer top quality indivisulised care for people of all abilities, cultures and personalities. Each resident at Epsom South can expect to have a personalised program put in place surrounding their mental, physical, cultural and personal needs. We have an extensive day programme which is updated regularly to ensure a wide range of activities for both groups and individuals. We have a very experienced staffing team who deliver top quality care in a warm, kind and understanding manner 24/7. |
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| Address | 57 Pah Road View Map |
| Suburb | Epsom |
| District | Central |
| City/Town | Auckland |
| Postal Address | 57 Pah Road |
| District Health Board Area | Auckland |
| Phone | (09) 625 6481 |
| Fax | (09) 625 6487 |
| Mobile | 021 858435 |
| Manager | Arby Manalansan (Phone: 021 1550304) |
| Owner | Angela Naidu (Phone: 09 6256481) |
| Updated: 4 May 2012 | |
| Detail | Status |
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| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| Additional Room Costs | No |
| Updated: 5 Mar 2012 | |
| Detail | Status |
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| Total number of beds at this level of care | 27 |
| Long term vacancy | Yes |
| Short term vacancy | Yes |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Updated: 23 May 2012 | |
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
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| Registered Nurse | Yes | ||
| Physiotherapist | Negotiable | We can access community physiotherapy as required however funding of this services needs to be determinded at time of referral. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Negotiable | If a residnets requires this service as part of rehabilitation we can negotiate this with the funders. | |
| Own Social Worker | Negotiable | Referral to Age Concern or Greenlane Social Workers as required. | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | We provide activites 7 days a week and run a facility van for outtings and personal errands. | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | Qualified Hairdresser visits every 6 weeks at a cost of $15 for a mens cut and $20 for a ladies - Colours and perms are extra. A number of residents choose to visit a hairdresser of their own choice and for this we provide transport as required. | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | We have a podiatrist who visits the rest home 6 weekly but can be called in at other times if required. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | A dietitian is consulted when setting our menu's ensuring well balanced, healthy meals. She is also availabe to give advice and guidance as required. | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | We have contacts which can be made should the services of a Kaumatua be requested by a resident or their family/whanau. | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Chaplain visits the home monthly to give a short service. A number of church groups offer transport to various church services on a Sunday and different social functions though out the year. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | Facility Doctor visits monthly or as required. | |
| Updated: 21 Jan 2010 | |||
| Feature | Status | Details |
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| Under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | In cases of emergency we are happy to offer support and services to people under the age of 65 years. |
| Day Care | Yes | We can be very flexible to meet your needs. Day care can be arranged on a regular basis or as needed. People can either privately pay or use Carer Support funding. |
| Short Term Care e.g. Carer Support, Respite Care | Yes | We have a room avalible to those families who require short term care for their loved one in times of need. |
| Carer Support/Respite Care Booking Facility | Yes | If there is a need we will be happy to consider this service. |
| Whanau Room | Yes | We are happy to make accomadations for family members to stay with their loved one as needed. This can be arranged through the manager. |
| Rooms (Single) | Yes | Every room has its own handbasin |
| Rooms (Shared) | Yes | We have four shared rooms. A shared room is often a good option for those who are isolated or who like the company of others. |
| Rooms (Suit Couple) | Yes | Our shared rooms are excellent for this purpose. |
| Ensuite | Yes | All rooms have easy access either to a bathroom that is very close by, a shared ensuite or a individual ensuite. |
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | Residents may bring what ever furniture they wish to. We also have some storage space avalible. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | Some residents choose to have a drink with their meal. Alcohol is also enjoyed on social occasions. |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | The owners dog visits and there is one resident cat and budgy. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | We love animals at Epsom South Retirement Home and will do our utmost to accomadate pets. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | There are jackpoints in each room but these need to connected at the residents own cost. A portable phone and a resident's phone are also available. |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | Heating is sensor controlled. Residents have control over the timer in their own room. |
| Residents Committee | Yes | Monthly meetings and regular social gatherings are arranged to give residents the chance to offer input to the running of their home. The meetings are minuted and all issues are addressed by management. |
| Family Committee | No | Not at this stage but are open to suggestions |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | Our manager has extensive experience in behaviour support and management. Family members and health professionals are consulted when implementing programs which are designed on a case by case basis. Please see the manager for a copy of our policy. |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | We have a number of area's around the home for social gatherings, entertainment, rest and relaxation or activities. |
| Outings | Yes | A huge range of outtings are offered through our activities programme Monday to Friday. Weekend outtings are planned and arranged as required. |
| Smokers Room | No | There are a number of out door smoking area's which provide seating and shelter. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | There are a number of out door smoking area's which provide seating and shelter. |
| Semi-Secure | Yes | Each resident who is able to come and go as they choose are given a key code for entry and exit to the rest home. We are also happy to provide key codes to regular visiting family members and close friends. |
| Sprinklers | Yes | Our sprinkler system is checked 3 monthly by an independant company who over see's all our fire safety. |
| Updated: 21 Jan 2010 | ||
| Epsom South Retirement Home is under ownership of Angela Naidu and management of Arby Manalansan. Our Manager have many years of experience working with people and pride themselves on offering an excellent standard of care.
We know that individuality is important and our flexibility and experience means that we accommodate the needs of each resident personally. Each resident has the oportunity for one to one time with caregivers, management and specialists as required or desired which gives us a deeper insight to each persons individual needs. Together with family members and professionals we make it our goal to ensure each person staying at Epsom South is happy and secure in their home. Policies and procedures with regard to the operational aspects of the home are constantly being updated and reviewed with additional programmes being implemented as the service progresses forward. We are always looking for ways to better our service and welcome input from families and outside professionals. |
| Updated: 13 Jul 2011 |
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We have designed our activity programme to accomadate a variety of interests and abilities. With a focus on social interaction and mental stimulation, we offer a wide range of activities from rock concerts to the ballet, Easter show to the flower show and disco dancing to garden strolls. Our in house activities include arts and crafts, games, exercise, music, gardening, classes, reading and movie nights.
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| Updated: 15 Jun 2009 |
| Topic | Details | |
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| Details re Meals | Each residents cultural, personal and health requirements are taken into account when planning our menu's. We have excellent and flexible cooks who welcome input from our residents. | |
| Staffing Details | Our staff are very kind and experienced people from a variety of backgrounds. Together their range of skills are vast and they work as a team to maximise the service we provide. Staff training is on-going through out their time at Epsom South so our staff always have the means to up-skill and stay at the top of their game. Each staff member attends ongoing training course's to always stay up to date with new policies and procedures. | |
| Fees Details/Fees Do Not Include | Please see the Manager for details | |
| Updated: 15 Jun 2009 | ||
| Language | Status | Details |
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| Czechoslovaki | Yes | Managers sister in-law is from Slovakia and is happy to assist with translations and cultural advisement. |
| English | Yes | All staff and residents speak and understand english. |
| Fijian Indian | Yes | 2 staff members, 1 resident and a number of friends, visitors and family members speak Fijian indian and are happy to assist with translation and cultural advisment. |
| Greek | No | 1 of our cooks is of Greek desent and will happily help with translation and cultural advisment. |
| Interpreter | Yes | We have contacts with an interperter service who will provide services in any language. |
| Maori - Te Reo | No | Members of staff have limited understanding and knowledge of Te Reo Maori. |
| Serbo-Croat | Yes | |
| Sign Language | No | Members of staff have limited understanding and knowledge of sign language and makaton. |
| Slovak | Yes | Managers sister in-law is from Slovakia and is happy to assist with translations and cultural advisement. |
| Sri Lankan | Yes | |
| Tongan | Yes | A number of staff are Tongan and are very happy to assist with translation and cultural understanding. |
| Updated: 15 Jun 2009 | ||
| Religious Affiliations | Status | Details |
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| Roman Catholic | Yes | Monthly visits. |
| (Other comments) | Yes | We are arranging more frequent outings to church services for those who wish to attend |
| Updated: 5 Mar 2006 | ||
| Location | Distance | Details |
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| Public Transport | We are on the main bus route so access to most other parts of Auckland is simple. | |
| Shops | A good shopping centre is within walking distance of our home. It has some top resturants, cafes, designer clothing stores and specialist shops. | |
| Mall | Royal Oak mall is only a few minutes away and offers a good range of shopping options including 'Pak n Save' | |
| Parks | Beautiful cornwall park is within a 2 minute drive from our home or for the more able a 10 minute walk away. This park is perfect for family outtings and many of our residents enjoy picnics or strolls their with grandchild and children. | |
| Library | Mobile bus stops 200 meters from our home weekly or residents access the local library with the activities co-ordinator. Some of our residents are members at the local DVD hire store. | |
| Updated: 11 Mar 2008 | ||
| Credential | Status | Details |
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| CareerForce (ex CSSITO (Community Support Services Industry Training Organisation) | Yes | |
| Telarc Quality Health (Auditing Agency) | Yes | |
| Updated: 26 Mar 2012 | ||