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Alden Cambridge Oakdale

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Vacancy
Yes
Name
Alden Cambridge Oakdale
Category
Dementia
Address
58 Tennyson Street
Leamington
Cambridge 3432
Region
Waikato
Phone
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Fax
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Email
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Web
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Personnel
Manager
Lezani Meyer - 027 531 1255
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Contact us today and see what a positive move to Ultimate Care Cambridge can make to your life. 

At Alden, we exist to ensure that everyone, regardless of their means or background, has access to trusted and compassionate retirement living and aged care when they need it. Our fully qualified staff offer specialised dementia level care where residents receive security and comfort in our home-like surroundings.

Our welcoming facilities have a strong focus on sensory stimulation, with rooms and surfaces being decorated with special art and sensory walls. This creates a stimulating environment and assists our residents to engage their senses further.

Our facilities offer a lively activities programme, designed to keep residents engaged, active, and connected. From social gatherings and entertainment to creative pursuits and wellness activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're looking to try something new or revisit an old hobby, our activities program is the perfect way to meet new people and make friends.

Unsure where to start? Get in touch with us and we’ll take the time to get to know your situation and advise the next steps: www.alden.co.nz/ dementia-care/
Service/Facility Details
Service/Facility Details
Detail Status
Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Yes
Certification Yes
ORA Applies No

Updated: 19 Aug 2025

Bed and Vacancy Details
Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail Status
Approximate number of beds at this level of care 16
Vacancy Yes
Two shared rooms available (One for Female and One for Male) NO premium!!!
Impending vacancy Yes
Short stay considered Yes
Premium Accommodation Charges Some Rooms from $15.00/day up to $40.00/day as at 26 Mar 2025
MOH Certification and Audit Report View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab)

Updated: 29 Aug 2025

Testimonials
Testimonials
"Communication and care for our mother is wonderful. Staff are caring and ensure that she is safe and well".

"We love the regular Facebook photos of activities and seeing the residents faces".

"Staff are always wililng to sort out any problems and residents all seem to happy with a good atmosphere".

Updated: 19 Aug 2025

Personnel
Personnel
Type Hours Per Week Status Details
Registered Nurse Yes We have a dedicated team of registered nurses on site 24/7. Our clinical team will ensure that our resident's care plans are individualised and meet the needs of the resident.
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers Yes We have a team of dedicated committed caregivers who, not only provide excellent compassionate care to our residents they also provide a homely environment that allow our residents to enjoy a safe and happy life.
Physiotherapist Yes Our Physiotherapist visits twice weekly who is able to cater to an individual plan for our residents.
Occupational Therapist Yes We have access to a qualified Occupational Therapist who can assess our residents needs.
Social Worker (on site) Yes We have a Community Social Worker who can have referrals made to.
Activities Co-ordinator Yes Our activities coordinator is much loved by all of our residents and families. There are lots of activities and outings, quiz times and fun times, as well as plenty of rest time in between all the fun.
Hairdresser Yes We have a hairdressers salon on site so our residents can have a bit of a hairdo without having to leave the safety and comfort of our home.
Podiatrist Yes Our contracted Podiatrist will visit once every six weeks routinely.
Dietitian Yes All of our menus have been approved by a dietitian. We can make a referral to dietitian services if this is required for individual consultation.
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor Yes We can access a Chaplin through the various church groups which visit. This can be arranged on an individual basis as required.
Other Personnel Yes We have a team of experts at our National Support Office that consists of clinical support, financial support and property support

Updated: 19 Aug 2025

Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise Status Details
Oxygen Management Yes We can provide if prescribed by a doctor, and oxygen management.
End of Life/Palliative Care Yes Generally speaking, people who are dying need care in four areas, physical comfort, mental and emotional needs, spiritual issues, and practical tasks. Their families need support as well. It is our goal to provide all of this at the end stage of life.
Wound Care Yes We have highly trained clinical nurses lead by our National Clinical Coach who can provide the best care for any wounds requiring treatment.
Diabetic Care Yes All of our registered nurses are skilled to assist with the management of diabetes. We are able to support you with your diabetic needs.
Continence Advice Yes Our registered nurses have been trained to assess for continence requirements and work closely with our suppliers to ensure any continence products you require are of the highest quality.
Infection Control Yes Our organisation has a very robust infection control programme that has been endorsed by the Medical Officer of Health.
Surgical Followup Yes If your coming to stay with us post-surgery we can following an assessment of your needs provide the recovery needs you require.
Clinical Management Yes We have a full-time Clinical Services Manager who provides support to our Nurses and Caregivers and all care of our Residents.

Updated: 19 Aug 2025

Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay Status Details
Respite Yes Yes, we can provide respite care to suit your needs. Please contact us if you are looking for support as we would love to chat with you and advise availability.
Carer Support Yes We offer Carers support for all levels of care. Please contact us to discuss your needs.
Other Short Stay Programme Yes We offer daycare, please call our manager to discuss further.
Subsidised Yes Yes, we provided subsidised services should you meet the requirements.
Private Paying Yes Yes, we provide private paying services should you not meet the subsidy requirements.
Booking can be made in advance Yes Bookings can be made in advance, please contact us discuss your needs and availabilities.

Updated: 19 Aug 2025

Features
Features
Feature Status Details
May Bring Own Furniture Yes Residents are welcome to bring their own furniture with them (subject to space and safety constraints).
Single Rooms Yes Yes, we have Single rooms. Please contact us for more information and availabilities.
Shared Rooms Yes We have six rooms that can be used as shared rooms. Please contact us for more information and availabilities.
Rooms suitable for a couple Yes Yes, we can accommodate couples in our dementia unit. Please contact us for more information and availabilities.
Ensuite No We do have two communal bathrooms accessible to all rooms. Please contact us for more information.
Alcohol Permitted Yes Yes, under medical and nursing supervision.
Pets In Residence Yes We have a cat in the Dementia Unit. We are happy for your pet to come and visit you.
Negotiate To Bring Own Pet Yes We can consider your pet. Please call and discuss this with our team
Phone Access In Own Room Yes A personal phone line can be arranged with a private provider to have a telephone connected to your room. Additional fees may apply.
Wifi Yes Free wi-fi available to our residents and visiting families.
Resident can adjust heating in own room Yes Heating can be adjusted to residents needs.
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability Yes As an organisation, our core business is Aged Care. We do however acknowledge that some of our referrals could be for people under the age of 65yrs. We will always consider this person on a case by case to ensure we can meet their needs.
Lounges/seating areas Yes We have a variety of locations for residents and their families to meet in.
Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly Yes We cater to all walks of life
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care Yes Generally speaking, people who are dying need care in four areas, physical comfort, mental and emotional needs, spiritual issues, and practical tasks. Their families need support as well. it is our goal to provide all of this at the end stage of life.
Day Programme for day stay clients Yes We run a great daycare programme, where all our residents are welcome to join us for the day, enjoying our meals and our activities.
Outings Yes Yes, we have regular trips out and about that are very popular with our residents.
Newsletter Yes We have a facility newsletter that is sent out to families and given to residents we would be happy to send you a copy if you request one.
Policy for management of challenging behaviour Yes Yes, we have a policy for this and training for all of our staff to manage challenging behaviour
Confused Residents Yes At times we see confusion with some of our residents. Our team of staff are highly trained to ensure we comfort and support any of our residents that may be distressed or confused at periods of times.
Smoking Permitted Yes Alden is a smoke-free facility. Smoking is permitted outside in a designated area.

Updated: 19 Aug 2025

Special Features
Special Features
Luxurious accommodation in a purpose-built facility

Landscaped gardens with views across Commons.

Rural outlook, close to the shops, parks, cafe's and the attractions of charming Cambridge.

Open-ended visiting hours

Activities programme

Hairdresser, Podiatrist and Ear Clinic

Regular Happy Hour

Dietician approved meals and catering for special diets.

Updated: 19 Aug 2025

Interests & Activities
Interests & Activities
Transport supplied to community activities and Oakdale Mini bus for twice weekly outings. Comprehensive in house activity programme Mondays to Friday, Activity programme, Shopping, Videos, Quizzes, BBQ, Big print books, Bingo, Board games, Breakfast in bed, Concerts, Entertainers, Exercises, Games, Gardening, Happy Hour, Indoor Games, Jigsaws, Library, Minigolf, Movies, Music, Newspaper reading, Outings, Park, Parties, Pianist, Quizzes, Reading, Shopping, Sing-a-longs

Updated: 19 Aug 2025

Additional Information
Additional Information
Topic Details
What's included in your fees and what's not Please contact us for a detailed price list.
Staffing qualifications and details Our staff go through an orientation programme and continue with on-going education.
Details about meals All meals are home-cooked, our menus are reviewed by a dietitian and nutritionist.
Visitor information Open-ended visiting hours.
Associated Complexes Our Facility offers Rest Home Care, Hospital Level Care, Respite Care, Dementia Care, Palliative Care and a Day Programme. Alden Cambridge Oakdale operates under the governance of the Ultimate Care Group Ltd with 19 care facilities nation wide.

Updated: 29 Aug 2025

Languages Spoken
Languages Spoken
Language Status Details
Afrikaans Yes
English Yes
Filipino Yes
Hindi Yes
Māori - Te Reo Yes
Nepali Yes
Polish Yes
Punjabi Yes
Other Information Yes We can arrange a translator service should you require them.

Updated: 28 Aug 2025

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations Status Details
Anglican Yes
Christian Yes
Hindu Yes
Jehovah Witness Yes
Sikh Yes
(Other comments) Yes Other Faiths can be sourced by the Facility to see if there's a local representation.

Updated: 28 Aug 2025

Ethnic Diets
Ethnic Diets
Ethnic Diet Status Details
Other Yes All dietary requirements can be catered for, including gluten free and dairy free. The menu can also be adapted to cater for various ethnicities and cultures.

Updated: 28 Aug 2025

Distances
Distances
Location Distance Details
Public Transport 0.20 Km
Shops 0.50 Km
Mall 0.00 Km
Parks 0.05 Km Just across the road

Updated: 19 Aug 2025

Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership RC Status Details
National Certificate in Diversional Therapy Yes
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) Yes We are members of the NZACA
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)

Updated: 19 Aug 2025


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