Rest Home Care
Seaview Retirement Park - Manaia Wing and Seaview Wing
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Seaview Retirement Park is a Rest Home with fantastic views over Parua Bay and the Whangarei Harbour. The 32-bed home, set in native bush and over an acre of gardens, is only 15 minutes drive from Whangarei's CBD.
Seaview has all the warmth, caring and family atmosphere you expect from the place you call home. Not only do residents have input into making Seaview part of their life, their family and friends are also encouraged to visit and interact with their loved ones as if they are at home; whether they partake of the fine food available or walk in the gardens, or just sit at one of the many vantage points and enjoy the view. If you are looking for a place for that special person, come and experience the serenity of Seaview. We deliver a quality lifestyle with an innovative approach to care that enables us to maintain the well being, dignity and independence of our residents. The success of the Seaview lifestyle can be attributed to caring, qualified people who recognise and respond to the special needs of each individual. |
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| Address | 839 Whangarei Heads Road View Map |
| Suburb | Parua Bay |
| District | North |
| City/Town | Whangarei |
| Postal Address | 839 Whangarei Heads Road, RD 4, Whangarei 0174 |
| District Health Board Area | Northland |
| Phone | (09) 436 2237 |
| Fax | (09) 436 2937 |
| Mobile | 021 438 280 |
| Manager | Michele Wheeler (Phone: (09) 436 2237) |
| Owner | Seaview Retirement Park (Phone: (09) 436 2237) |
| Website | www.seaviewpark.co.nz |
| Updated: 29 Dec 2011 | |
| Detail | Status |
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| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| Additional Room Costs | Unknown |
| Updated: 13 Jan 2012 | |
| Detail | Status |
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| Total number of beds at this level of care | 32 |
| Updated: 13 Jan 2012 | |
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
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| Registered Nurse | Yes | ||
| Enrolled Nurse | variable | Yes | Four enrolled nurses on staff who work various shifts |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | 24 hour care by experienced and dedicated staff | |
| Physiotherapist | Negotiable | Contract with the local physiotherapist group and hospital. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Negotiable | Available through the local hospital. | |
| Own Social Worker | Negotiable | Available through the local hospital. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | Diversional therapist four days per week. Trips out in the van on a minimum of two days per week. There is a shopping trip on Wednesday, and on Friday a special outing visiting local sites or places and events of interest. | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Responsible for outings as well as organizing events on site. | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | A visiting hairdresser calls fortnightly. | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | A visiting Podiatrist calls monthly. | |
| Dietitian | Negotiable | Available through the local hospital. | |
| Accredited Visitors | Negotiable | ||
| Kaumatua | Negotiable | ||
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Negotiable | Monthly visits by Reverend. All denominations catered for on request. Fortnightly visits from Catholic priest to individuals | |
| Other Personnel | Negotiable | Maintenance man/gardener keeps building in good repair, and the gardens tended. Van driver two days a week for residents' outings. | |
| Updated: 29 Dec 2011 | |||
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
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| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | Clinical Nurse Manager has specialist PEG / NG knowledge and expertise. |
| Oxygen Management | Yes | Clinical Nurse Manager has specialist Oxygen Therapy training and expertise. |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | Local specialist available from Hospital. |
| Wound Care | Yes | Registered Nurses at Seaview with linkage to Hospital wound specialist. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Trained Registered and Enrolled Nurses at Seaview are able to care for diet and insulin controlled diabetics. |
| Continence Advisor | Yes | Local specialist available from Hospital. |
| Infection Control | Yes | Infection Control Nurse on site. |
| Stomal Therapist | Yes | Local specialist available from Hospital. Registered nurses at Seaview are trained in Stoma care. |
| Specialist Palliative Care | Yes | Trained Registered Nurses and excellent visiting service from local Hospice. |
| Palliative Care | Yes | Trained Registered Nurses and excellent visiting service from local Hospice. |
| Psychiatric Care | Yes | Local specialist available from Hospital. |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | Local specialist available from Hospital. |
| Tracheotomy Care | Yes | Nurse Manager has specialist Tracheostomy Care training and expertise. |
| Specialised Dementia Care | Yes | Local specialist available from Hospital. |
| Gerontological Care | Yes | Local specialist available from Hospital. |
| Urology | Yes | Local specialist available from Hospital. Trained registered nurse able to catheterise and care for indwelling and suprapubic catheters. |
| Community Health | Yes | Visit on an ad hoc basis. |
| Clinical Manager | Yes | |
| Other Nursing Specialities | Yes | Heather Montgomerie (RN) has extensive experience with the elderly and has previously managed a rest home. |
| Psychologist | Yes | Local specialist available from Hospital. |
| Psychiatrist | Yes | Local specialist available from Hospital. Close working relationship with the POPS team, Whangarei Hospital |
| Updated: 19 Nov 2010 | ||
| Feature | Status | Details |
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| Under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | |
| Day Care | Yes | |
| Short Term Care e.g. Carer Support, Respite Care | Yes | Short term beds available at present |
| Carer Support/Respite Care Booking Facility | Yes | Carer support beds available at present |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | Negotiated on request |
| Rooms (Single) | Yes | |
| Rooms (Suit Couple) | Yes | One double room. Limited availability. |
| Ensuite | Yes | Three rooms. Limited availability. |
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | Encouraged to bring own furniture and furnishings. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | 'Happy Hour' every Friday afternoon. Residents may also provide their own alcohol for enjoyment. |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | Two very spoilt friendly cats, 'Ebony & Ivory'. Cockatiel and canaries in Aviary. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | At resident's own cost. |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
| Maori Kaupapa | Yes | |
| Residents Committee | No | Three-monthly residents' meetings. Family encouraged to attend, if desired. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | Staff trained in Dementia Care. |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | Two large lounges and two smaller sun lounges. |
| Outings | Yes | Twice weekly as a minimum. |
| Rural Setting | Yes | Rural and coastal outlook. Magnificent views from many rooms and the dining room/lounge areas. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Smokers are able to smoke outside in designated area. |
| Semi-Secure | No | Inappropriate for wandering residents. |
| Sprinklers | Yes | |
| Updated: 6 Mar 2011 | ||
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| Fantastic views, lovely gardens. Regular outings to varied and interesting venues. Diversional therapy four days per week including bowls, bingo, creative pursuits, etc. Family feel with extra caring staff and family involvement.
The great harbour views and native bush surrounds make Seaview a very special place in which our residents live. The atmosphere at Seaview is relaxed, informal and happy. The families and friends of our residents are always welcome to visit, at any time of the day. Our schedule of activities include regular outings, visits from entertainers and community groups, a range of indoor sports and games, exercise programmes, and special activities designed to provide a physically and mentally stimulating environment. Michele Wheeler, Seaview’s Facility Manager, comments: “Seaview gives me the opportunity to be part of a high quality Aged Care Facility which is very well-respected in the local community. Seaview’s remarkable residents, and the fantastic staff who care for them, create a wonderful atmosphere in which to work. I’m proud to be part of the Seaview environment and enthusiastic about leading our dedicated team in continuing to provide such a high standard of care.” |
| Updated: 21 Jun 2011 |
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All the activities are voluntary and designed to help people relax and enjoy a community spirit whether they are joining in or watching from the side.
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| Updated: 29 Dec 2011 |
| Topic | Details | |
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| Details re Meals | A wonderful variety of home cooked meals are served daily. Residents' personal preferences are met and catered for as much as possible. The smell of home baking pervades the home and adds to the great atmosphere. | |
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| Fees Details/Fees Do Not Include | Private-paying residents pay for all Doctors' and Pharmacy accounts, as well as incontinence and wound care products if required. | |
| Updated: 22 Jun 2011 | ||
| Language | Status | Details |
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| Dutch | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Sign Language | Yes | None on sight but available via local Deaf Society. |
| Tagalog | Yes | |
| Other Details | Yes | Various interpreters are available in the local area for a variety of languages. |
| Updated: 6 Mar 2011 | ||
| Religious Affiliations | Status | Details |
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| Anglican | Yes | We hold monthly Church Services. |
| Christianity | Yes | Local Ministers visit the home. |
| Denominations/Faiths represented | Yes | |
| Inter denominational | Yes | We hold monthly Church Services. |
| Ratana | Yes | |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | Local Ministers visit the home. |
| (Other comments) | Yes | Caring for your spiritual needs is an important part of your holistic care. |
| Updated: 6 Mar 2011 | ||
| Location | Distance | Details |
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| Public Transport | 0.00 km | No public transport available in this area. |
| Shops | 6.00 km | Local suburb, Onerahi, is 8 minutes drive away. Whangarei City Centre is a fifteen minute drive. Two minutes drive to Parua Bay Tavern and takeaways. Parua Bay shops are seven minutes drive from Seaview. |
| Mall | 20.00 km | Whangarei City, 15 minutes drive away. |
| Parks | 0.00 km | Beautiful parks and beaches within walking distance. Also, 18 hole golf course at bottom of our drive. |
| Library | 6.00 km | 8 minutes to Public Library at Onerahi. Community library visits every month. |
| Updated: 6 Mar 2011 | ||
| Credential | Status | Details |
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| N.Z. Aged Care Association (ex Healthcare Providers N.Z.) | Yes | |
| N.Z. Aged Care Association (ex ARCH) | Yes | |
| ACE ("Aged Care Education" Training programme) | Yes | |
| CareerForce (ex CSSITO (Community Support Services Industry Training Organisation) | Yes | |
| Telarc Quality Health (Auditing Agency) | Yes | |
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| Updated: 29 Dec 2011 | ||