Alden Lakewood - Dementia Care
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Alden Lakewood
- Category
- Dementia
- Address
- Ultimate Care Lakewood
31 Horseshoe Lake Road
Shirley
Christchurch 8061 - Region
- Canterbury
- Phone
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- Fax
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- Mobile
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- Web
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Personnel
- Manager
- Julie Thomas - 027-288-9905
- Clinical Service Manager
- Martin Lau - 027-415-8530
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Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 13 Nov 2019 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 36 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| We have rest home dementia level rooms available. With views of our lovely garden, all rooms are single occupancy in a family orientated setting, with no premium fees. We have our own cook on site that provides beautiful meals, and all residents on a Friday get to enjoy a Happy Hour. Our Facility has an RN on site Monday to Friday with exceptionally supportive carers 24/7 with specialty training in Dementia giving families peace of mind. Our activities team also provide a comprehensive activities programme for all residents to enjoy. | |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Short stay considered | Yes |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | No |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | No |
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Updated: 9 May 2025 |
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Testimonials
| Our doctor recommended Lakewood Rest Home. I thank God that John is so happy with his new life and will always be very grateful for the care he receives. Rae |
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Updated: 30 Oct 2023 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 40+ | Yes | Lakewood has a Registered Nurse onsite who works closely with our Shift Leads to offer a safe and warm environment to all our residents. Our RN is on site Monday to Friday and is also on call outside of hours. |
| Enrolled Nurse | Yes | Our RN is supported by an EN that works closely within the team our EN works Monday to Friday. | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | We have dedicated and qualified carers that have a passion to work within dementia care. | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | We have a Physiotherapist that visits and works with Lakewood. The Physiotherapist is available on a regular basis for our residents. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Yes | ||
| Diversional Therapist | 40 | Yes | We have a qualified and registered Diversional Therapist that has a full programme each month that is adaptable with our residents, we fully encourage participation in activities within the facility and community events. |
| Activities Co-ordinator | 40 | Yes | Our residents enjoy a diverse range of stimulating activities designed to promote cognitive function, physical wellness, and social connections. |
| Hairdresser | fortnightly | Yes | We have a hairdresser that visits Lakewood on a fortnightly basis. |
| Podiatrist | Monthly | Yes | We have a podiatrist that regularly visits Lakewood and works closely with our resident's needs. |
| Dietitian | As Reqd | Yes | |
| Kaumatua | Fortnightly | Yes | Our DT works closely with PuraPura Whetu Trust. Our residents are currently visiting their Kaumatua Group on a fortnightly basis. |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Lakewood currently has a Chaplain that visits once a month for residents to be engaged spiritually. Our Chaplain is also available for afterhours needs. | |
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Updated: 15 Mar 2024 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | We are able to care for those on portable oxygen. Our staff are trained and as all of our rooms are singles caring for those with oxygen need is easily facilitated. |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | This can be managed. |
| Wound Care | Yes | Our RNs have attended wound assessment and wound management training at a post graduate level. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | All diabetic needs can be catererd for in consultation with the Registered Nurse and Dietician. |
| Continence Advice | Yes | Full individual assessments and we contact an advisor as needed |
| Stomal Therapy | Yes | Available as needed |
| Tracheotomy Care | Yes | As needed |
| Infection Control | Yes | Accessed as needed and our RNs have all attended post grad training in infection control |
| Psychiatric Care | Yes | Yes - external support and guidance is sought as appropriate. |
| Clinical Management | Yes | Yes the Clinical Nurse Manager attends to all aspects of care and documentation. |
| Other Specialties | Yes | Psychiatric and General, wound care,diabetes management, incontinence management. |
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Updated: 28 Feb 2020 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | Short term cares are very welcome at any time. |
| Carer Support | Yes | |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | |
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Updated: 30 Oct 2023 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | We encourage this always |
| Single Rooms | Yes | All single rooms |
| Shared Rooms | No | None |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | We have one such room |
| Ensuite | Yes | In some rooms |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | In moderation |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | We have a cat and from time to time other pets belonging to residents. We welcome pet visits at any time. . |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | Always |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | In some rooms this is possible |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | Thermostat in each room |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | Four seperate recreational areas |
| Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | We do offer this service as needed |
| Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | Informal |
| Outings | Yes | Outings in our van and smaller group outings as needed. One on one walks also occur as required. |
| Whānau Room | Yes | |
| Residents Committee | Yes | |
| Family Committee | Yes | This meets at least annually |
| Newsletter | Yes | Monthly |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | We have an active policy and procedure. |
| Confused Residents | Yes | We are a specialist dementia facility |
| Rural Setting | Yes | Yes close to the edge of a green belt |
| Smokers Room | Yes | We have an outside smoking area |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | In designated areas. |
| Semi-Secure | Yes | We are a fully secure unit |
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Updated: 30 Oct 2023 |
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Interests & Activities
| Visits to Age Concern, Blind Foundation and RSA. Bowls, cards, bridge, cooking, crafts, dancing, entertainers, art classes, exercises, flower arranging, gardening, happy hour, housie, indoor games, library, music, newspaper readings, petanque, pianist, quizzes, shopping sing-a-longs, singing and videos. Rooms have views. Breakfast in bed is available, as is meal choices and vegetarian cooking. Church groups and church services. Own mini bus for outings. Email contact available., Activity programme, Alzheimer's Society, Activity programme, Alzheimer's Society |
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Updated: 30 Oct 2023 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | Please contact the Manager for a list of additional charges | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | Registered Nurse Full time. High ratios of staff to residents. Staff trained in Dementia care and first aid. | |
| Details about meals | Full menu dietician approved, and special needs catered for. | |
| Visitor information | You can visit Lakewood any time. No booking required. | |
| Recreational opportunities | We have a Diversional Therapist (DT) and an activities coordinator they both work together to and engage residents with different activities, one on one interaction, outings to community points of interest and concerts. Each Resident has a comprehensive DT assessment in their Care Plan for all staff to read and follow. | |
| Internet access | Wi-Fi covers all facility. | |
| Transport | We have a facility vehicle for social outings. | |
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Updated: 30 Oct 2023 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Afrikaans | Yes | |
| Chinese | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian | Yes | |
| Fijian Indian | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Hindi | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | We access as needed in all cases. |
| Japanese | Yes | |
| Māori - Te Reo | Yes | We have staff who do speak some Maori |
| Rumanian | Yes | |
| Russian | Yes | |
| Samoan | Yes | |
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Updated: 30 Oct 2023 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | |
| Baptist | Yes | |
| Christian | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | Yes | Multidenominational church service monthly |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.10 Km | Bus at corner |
| Shops | 0.50 Km | |
| Mall | 0.50 Km | |
| Parks | 0.50 Km | |
| Library | 0.50 Km | |
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Updated: 10 Jan 2012 |
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Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| National Certificate in Diversional Therapy | Yes | |
| Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | |
| Police checked | Yes | |
| Other details | Yes | |
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Updated: 30 Oct 2023 |
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