Rest Home Care
Rangiura Home
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To care for the elderly in our district, treating each one individually, maintaining their independence while providing quality care in a friendly family environment. |
| Updated: 20 Apr 2011 |
Our facility also offers these services:
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| Name | Rangiura Home |
| Address | 17 Matai Crescent View Map |
| City/Town | Putaruru |
| District Health Board Area | Waikato |
| Phone | (07) 885 1040 |
| Fax | (07) 883 8340 |
| Mobile | 021 888 794 |
| Manager | Juliette Bell (manager) Barbara Travers (clinical) (Phone: (07) 885 1040) |
| Owner | Rangiura Trust Board |
| Website | www.rangiura.co.nz |
| Updated: 5 Dec 2012 | |
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| Additional Room Costs | Some Rooms |
| Updated: 2 Mar 2012 | |
| Detail | Status |
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| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 28 |
| Long term vacancy | No |
| Short term vacancy | No |
| Impending vacancy | Yes |
| Updated: 21 May 2013 | |
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioner | 6-8 | Negotiable | |
| Registered Nurse | 220 | Yes | |
| Enrolled Nurse | 40 | Yes | |
| Physiotherapist | 39 | Yes | As part of our team we have registered physiotherapists who provide a large range of services including rehabilitation, mobility, pain management, exercise classes etc. If you have any need for mobility aids they will assess/arrange this. |
| Occupational Therapist | 0.00 | Negotiable | Will visit as required |
| Own Social Worker | 0.00 | Negotiable | Will visit as required |
| Diversional Therapist | 16 | Yes | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | 40 | Yes | |
| Hairdresser | 16 | Yes | Why go to the hairdresser when one can come to you?By appointment. Staff will make your appointment if you are unable to. Salon expenses are not included in your fee. |
| Podiatrist | Yes | As required | |
| Dietitian | Yes | As required | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | As required | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | Available through Ruakawa Trust | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Always available on request/visit weekly | |
| Updated: 20 Apr 2011 | |||
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Utilise the services of Anglesea Dieticians |
| Continence Advisor | Yes | Care Manger trained in this field |
| Infection Control | Yes | Qualified IC Staff and committee |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | stroke nurse visits fortnightly |
| Gerontological Care | Yes | Geriatrician Visits fortnightly |
| Community Health | Yes | |
| Clinical Manager | Yes | |
| Other Nursing Specialities | Yes | Nurse Practitioner |
| Psychiatrist | Yes | Visits regularly |
| Updated: 20 Apr 2011 | ||
| Feature | Status | Details |
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| Under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | |
| Day Care | Yes | |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | |
| Whanau Room | Yes | |
| Rooms (Single) | Yes | All single. |
| Rooms (Suit Couple) | No | 6 Studio Units |
| Ensuite | Yes | 20 rooms in the Rest Home with ensuites |
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | You may wish to bring a favourite chair, bedding, paintings or ornaments or perhaps your own bed. This is limited only by the space available and by your care needs. We openly encourage residents to have their own special things about their rooms. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | Happy hours are held regulary and residents are encouraged to have a social drink if this has been part of their routine and is deemed appropriate by their GP. |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | 1 cats (Smokey) , 2 dogs (Murphy and Molly), birds, fish. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | You may have your own telephone connected in your room (at your cost). Otherwise there are phones available in the home for your use. We now support our residents with our own Telecomunications network. |
| Maori Kaupapa | Yes | Availabe through Ruakawa Trust |
| Residents Committee | Yes | Meetings for all residents are held every three months, where residents are welcome to make suggestions on any matters that concern you or improvements that can be made. A separate Resident Representative Committee meets bi-monthly. |
| Family Committee | No | We do conduct regular surveys/audits to gain family/whanau feedback as well as regular information and feedback evenings with families/care givers.. |
| Newsletter | Yes | We provide a monthly newsletter, which sets out the programme of things happening. We encourage all residents to take part where possible. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | See challenging behaviours policy. |
| Confused Residents | Yes | Our 20 bedded memory support unit, Fern Haven is now open and supports residents with dementia who require secure living. |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | Many small lounge areas, conservatories, and a large recreation hall. |
| Outings | Yes | We have a 10 seater mini bus which we utilize both as a courtesy coach and for fortnightly outings to local places of interest. |
| Rural Setting | Yes | Located in the heart of the Waikato, at the rear of the town where views of the surrounding farmland and hills can be had. |
| Smokers Room | No | We have a designated area outside for those residents wanting to smoke. |
| Smoking Permitted | No | Rangiura has a no smoking policy throughout the Rest Home. |
| Sprinklers | Yes | We have a fully automated fire alarm and fire prevention system, with sprinklers and smoke doors fitted throughout |
| Audit report available | Yes | On the MOH website |
| Updated: 20 Apr 2011 | ||
| The Rest Home is well positioned on a gentle rise on the outskirts of the rural township of Putaruru. The modern purpose built brick home and Retirement Village units are run by a charitable trust; the original land being donated by Wally Grey. This generosity was supplemented by the efforts, money and services of families and businesses from Putaruru and the surrounding districts. Thanks to this support we can provide you with the highest standards of care and facilities.
The Home is laid out in a series of wings which relate to the central core of the home where there is reception, offices, lounges, dining room, and kitchen. The home is spacious and has a relaxed yet very professional feel about it. There are several options of rooms ranging from larger studio rooms through to ensuited rooms and non ensuited rooms. The studio units have a bedroom/lounge area with tea/coffee making facilities, small fridge and full walk in bathroom. These rooms are available for those who are self funding, have a higher degree of independence, and are also idal for couples. Some of the ensuited rest home rooms are also very spacious. One of the homes greatest attributes is the staff. The team relate well to one another and are caring compassionate people, many of whom have worked in the home for a number of years. Staff feel well recognised for their work and say that the Trust Board are thoughtful, considerate and great to work for. They say it’s the little things that make all the difference such as being able to …“have a scone for morning tea etc. The food is so good.” Happy staff help to create a happy home. In February of 2009 Rangiura became an "Eden Alternative Home" further enhancing our tradition to treat our residents as we would a friend or beloved family member. The Eden Alternative seeks to alleviate three plagues that have been identified as barriers to resident's well being, namely: helplessness, loneliness, & boredom. We therefore, encourage the building of close and continuing relationships with those things that were of importance to our residents in the past and create an environment where our residents can continue to grow. Children, animals, plants, music and regular interactions with the community are a part of daily life and has the impact of deinstitutionalising the resthome environment. The Eden Philosophy of care believes that an approach to care should recognize, whilst we do our best to heal bodies, we must also incorporate the need to feed the spirit. Eden focuses first on our resident's wants, needs and wishes and it is our privilege to provide the very best care keeping this philosophy in mind. Our comprehensive introductory information package for new residents can be sent to you if you request this. It contains clear information about the assessment and service co-ordination process that is undertaken prior to entry to rest home care, a copy of our “Agreement to Provide Residential Care Services at Rangiura Rest Home”, a useful overview of “Enduring Power of Attorney”, “Resident Rights & Responsibilities”, a “copy of our “Concerns & Complaints” form (we believe that caring for someone is a two way process and if is to work well all parties need to be open with each other. We therefore try to make this process as easy fro you as possible) and a handy checklist of some of the things we suggest that you consider when you are looking for a rest home or hospital. Please feel free to request this package. We leave that last word to some of our residents and families who offer their comments: “It’s 110% what a home should be – they look after you well and will do anything for you. I’ve known some of the people many years and the meals are great. Great crowd of girls who look after us from the manager right down – really top class.” Claude Bruntlett (resident) “I used to live in Putararu when my husband was alive so for me living back here is just like coming home.” (Ethel Wise (resident) “We all know that we are really lucky. Mum is being looked after so well and she is very happy there.” Betty Crawford (daughter) |
| Updated: 20 Apr 2011 |
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Pets living in residence
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| Updated: 20 Apr 2011 |
| Topic | Details | |
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| Details re Meals | All home cooked meals prepared on the premises with fresh baking for morning and afternoon teas. All meals are prepared on site by our qualified staff. Strict hygiene and food regulations are observed at all times. All staff are appropriately trained and qualified in food preparation and service. • Special Dietary Requirements are catered for according to your Doctor or in consultation with a dietician. • Likes and Dislikes – Some of this information is collected on admission. Please let us know of any allergies or incompatibilities. • Cultural Preferences may influence the sort of food you prefer. Let us know your special needs and we will find ways of meeting them. • Visitors are always welcome and can be catered for with a small charge for main or tea meals – ask your Care Staff how to arrange this. • Going Out – It is a requirement that Staff are advised if you will be out for a meal. MEAL TIMES Breakfast in your room from 7 am Lunch in the dining room from 11.45 am Tea in the dining room from 4.45 pm Morning and afternoon teas and supper are served every day. | |
| Staffing Details | All staff are trained and education is continuing. The ACE programme is followed. General Care/Health Services STAFF Philosophy Our service is not limited to physical and material things. Our aim is to help older members of the community turn their latter years into a time of fulfillment and completion. It is a time when they should integrate the joys and sorrows, hopes and anxieties of life – which the elderly feel in a particularly sensitive way. Look at the treasure of humanity and wisdom that is yours in your elderly folk Love them and be grateful to them All of the staff at Rangiura are competent in Rest Home care requirements. We practice a policy of ongoing in-house education and training to ensure staff are fully capable of meeting your needs. Our Manager is responsible for the administration of the Rest Home. Your Care Your involvement in planning your own care is really important. There are various formal ways this happens: Ø The Residents History and Assessment form is completed either prior to or immediately after admission. This is your opportunity to have make your unique needs known. Ø A Care Plan will be developed from this, in consultation with you, and your family. Doctors We use the Putaruru clinics for medical care. One of these Doctors will be responsible for your medical care. Be sure to advise our Registered Nurses if you are unwell. They will discuss the situation with you and if necessary make arrangements for you to see your Doctor. Rangiura will pay the accounts for residents who are on Rest Home subsidy. Self-funding clients pay their own accounts Registered Nurses We have a team of registered nurses who work in conjunction with your doctors. Please discuss any medical problems with them and they will be pleased to tend to your health needs. Medication The Registered Nurse or the Senior staff member on each shift is responsible for administering medication. Our pharmacist from Heslop Pharmacy dispenses medication for one week, commencing Friday morning. We have a separate policy for self-medication if appropriate. | |
| Associated Complexes | Rangiura Retirement Village ( please see website for further details) | |
| Fees Details/Fees Do Not Include | Fees do not include clothing,personal toiletries e.g. shampoo, toothpaste etc, toll calls, individual phone line, individual paper, dentist, optician, audiologist, hairdresser, dry cleaning, solicitors, chaplain, sky tv in own room and personal insurance. | |
| Updated: 20 Apr 2011 | ||
| Language | Status | Details |
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| Cook Island | Yes | |
| Dutch | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian Indian | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| French | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | |
| Maori - Te Reo | Yes | |
| Pidgin | Yes | |
| Polish | Yes | |
| Sign Language | Yes | |
| Updated: 20 Apr 2011 | ||
| Location | Distance | Details |
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| Public Transport | 0.00 km | Transpost available to take residents into town/appointments if required |
| Shops | 1.00 km | |
| Mall | 0.00 km | |
| Parks | 1.00 km | |
| Library | 1.00 km | Comes to Rangiura once a fortnight |
| Updated: 20 Apr 2011 | ||
| Credentials & Membership | Status | Details |
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| New Zealand Aged Care Association | Yes | |
| RVA (Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand (Inc)) | Yes | |
| ACE ("Aged Care Education" Training programme) | Yes | |
| National Certificate in Diversional Therapy | Yes | |
| National Certificate in Support of the Older Person (not available after Dec 2010) | Yes | |
| CareerForce (ex CSSITO (Community Support Services Industry Training Organisation) | Yes | |
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| Updated: 20 Apr 2011 | ||