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Avon Lifecare - Trinity and Hiron Dementia Wings
At a glance
- Vacancy
- No
- Name
- Avon Lifecare
- Category
- Dementia Care (Secure)
- Address
- 437 Armagh Street
Avonside
Christchurch 8011 - DHB
- Canterbury
- Phone
- (03) 9822 165 ext 3
- Fax
- (03) 9822 164
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- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Louise Nash - 373 8350
- Owner
- Family owned and operated - 9822165
- Clinical Manager
- Darlene Dobui - 3738354
Other services
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Reviews
The staff are wonderful
It's a nice place. No one wants their parents to end up in care and with a diagnosis of Dementia and when our mum had to move in to care very quickly after a series of bad falls we were understandably sceptical and apprehensive. The staff made an effort to get to know not just our mum but her family and friends, always make us welcome and also make themselves available to chat to if and when we needed some support in coming to terms with things. Residents have activities every day and the staff make an effort to be inclusive of needs and abilities and to promote and support independance as much as possible. It's never going to be like being at home, but the staff acknowlege this and try to make it as homely as they can.
Description
For those residents who live with dementia our Deans House secure rest home wing has 20 dedicated single rooms. Our friendly team of nursing and care staff provide a relaxed, bright environment allowing each person the opportunity to make their own choices and decisions. We enjoy daily tailored activities to encourage and nurture your loved ones within a safe and secure setting.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
| Updated: 21 Jul 2016 | |
DHB Respite Care Booking Service
| We provide DHB Respite Care Booking Service. |
Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 20 |
| Vacancy | No |
| No we do not have a room available | |
| Impending vacancy | No - No we do not have a room |
| Premium Room Charges | No |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Updated: 20 Oct 2020 | |
Testimonials
| "That's very kind Evelyn and well said because we know there were distinctly good times when Mum was involved in activities, trips and special occasions. More especially remembered by us as a family is your great love and care given so unconditionally to Mother. We are so grateful for this over the last 4 years"
To Evelyn & All Staff of Hiron Wing "Thank you all so much for the dedicated care you gave Dot over the last 4 years. Your patience and thoughtfulness surpassed our hope and Dot was very fortunate to be in your care. Words can't express our gratitude." |
| Updated: 21 Jul 2016 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | ||
| Nurse Practitioner | No | We have a close relationship with the Gerontology Nurse specialists at the DHB | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
| Physiotherapist | Yes | ||
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | ||
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | ||
| Hairdresser | Yes | ||
| Podiatrist | Yes | ||
| Dietitian | Yes | ||
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | The Revd Jill Keir, Libby Falconer Lay Chaplaincy Assistant | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | ||
| Updated: 1 Nov 2019 | |||
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | |
| Wound Care | Yes | |
| Continence Advice | Yes | Available |
| Clinical Management | Yes | |
| Updated: 21 Jul 2016 | ||
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | No | Currently no |
| Carer Support | Yes | |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Updated: 12 Oct 2017 | ||
Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | We encourage residents to bring any treasured pieces of furniture or personal items for familiarity. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | We have an alcohol policy in our admission agreement |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | Socks is our friendly feline who patters through the unit to check everyone's OK. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | Please talk to us and we'll see what we can accommodate. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | If installed |
| Wifi | No | Coming soon! |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | |
| Outings | Yes | With our own wheelchair/easy access van we make regular trips out on a Friday afternoon. |
| Residents Committee | Yes | |
| Newsletter | Yes | |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Outside under supervision. |
| Updated: 10 Jan 2019 | ||
Special Features
| We provide a homely environment with several lounges and dining areas. Our residents enjoy small group dining to encourage a social environment.
All residents will have a full medical assessment on admission. |
| Updated: 21 Jul 2016 |
Interests & Activities
|
Our Activities team provide excellent recreational activities which are meaningful to our residents.
See our Activities Programme Calendar attached below. |
| Updated: 21 Jul 2016 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Staffing Qualifications and Details | Registered nurse 24 hours a day- 7 days a week | |
| What's included in your fees and what's not | Dental and specialist medical services/appointments Surcharge on GP visits over $50 Dry cleaning and hairdresser. | |
| Updated: 1 Nov 2019 | ||
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Dutch | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Other Information | Yes | We have access to interpreter services |
| Updated: 21 Jul 2016 | ||
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | |
| Christian | Yes | |
| Inter denominational | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | Yes | |
| Updated: 10 Jan 2019 | ||
Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.10 km | Metro Route 60 - Hillmorton/Southshore |
| Shops | 0.20 km | Linwood Village, Stanmore Road shops, including Kiwi Post and New World supermarket. |
| Mall | 2.00 km | The Palms |
| Parks | 0.30 km | 5 minute walk to Beverley Park |
| Library | Linwood Library, 1st floor Eastgate Mall | |
| Updated: 21 Jul 2016 | ||
Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) | Yes | |
| New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services (NZCCSS) | Yes | |
| Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
| Rest Home MOH Audit Report Available. | Yes | |
| Retirement Village Accreditation (Expiry date) | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
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| Updated: 21 Jul 2016 | ||
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