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Contract with DHB | Yes |
Certification | Yes |
ORA Applies | No |
Updated: 7 Jan 2021 |
Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
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Registered Nurse | Yes | We have a team of committed registered nurses who strive to ensure residents needs are being met. Our team of registered nurses cover all shifts 24/7. | |
Nurse Practitioner | Negotiable | We have access to a Nurse Practitioner when needed. | |
Enrolled Nurse | Yes | We have a very experienced Enrolled Nurse in our team who supports our Registered Nurses | |
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | We have a team of caregivers who are committed to providing the best possible care for all of our residents. Our Caregivers undergo regular training and education. | |
Physiotherapist | Yes | A Physiotherapist can be referred by Contract with TBI Health. | |
Occupational Therapist | Yes | We are happy to make a referral for Occupational Therapist input should you require it. | |
Social Worker (on site) | No | We can access a social worker from our local DHB. | |
Diversional Therapist | Yes | We have a full-time Diversional Therapist who oversees our activities programme ensuring all our residents' likes and interests are met. | |
Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Our activities coordinator ensures our programme is successful and our residents have a wonderful time going out on trips or partaking in quiz time, happy hour, and much more. | |
Hairdresser | Yes | We have a hairdresser who comes on-site as per request. | |
Podiatrist | Yes | Our Podiatrist comes on-site as per request. | |
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 | |
Kaumatua | Yes | We can source availability of appropriate local Kaumatua or Iwi provider services which can be arranged on an individual basis as required. | |
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: 7 Jan 2021 |
Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
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Oxygen Management | Yes | We can provide if prescribed by a doctor, and oxygen management. |
Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | Our staff are suitably trained to manage any gastric/nasogastric requirements. |
Bariatric (Care of the very overweight) | No | We are not currently resourced to manage the very overweight |
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 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 | We have staff internally that are experienced and educated regarding incontinence products that are used within the facility and are more than happy to review your continence needs. |
Stomal Therapy | Yes | We do not have a stomal therapist on staff, but if required we would refer to the DHB stomal services for advice. |
Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | If you have recently suffered a stroke, we can be part of your rehabilitation programme to assist you in your recovery. |
ACC Rehabilitation | Yes | |
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 you have a surgical procedure we are more than happy to be part of your post-op recovery. |
Clinical Management | Yes | We have a full-time Nurse Manager who provides support to our Nurses and Caregivers and all care of our Residents. |
Updated: 7 Jan 2021 |
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
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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. |
Subsidised | Yes | Yes, we provided subsidised services should you meet the requirements. |
Private Paying | Yes | Yes, we provide private paying services. Contact us for details on private paying options if you do not meet the criteria for a government subsidy. |
Booking can be made in advance | Yes | We are more than happy to work with you for booking in advance. Please contact us for more information and availabilities. |
Updated: 7 Jan 2021 |
Feature | Status | Details |
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May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | Residents are welcome to bring their own furniture with them (subject to space and safety constraints). |
Single Rooms | Yes | All rooms are single rooms. Please contact us for more information and availabilities. |
Ensuite | Yes | Some rooms have ensuites. Please contact us for more information and availabilities. |
Alcohol Permitted | Yes | Yes in consultation with management and nursing team and GP |
Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | We are happy to negociate |
Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Residents own cost |
Wifi | Yes | Free wifi available to our residents and visiting families. |
Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | Thermostat controlled with remote control |
Lounges/seating areas | Yes | We have a variety of locations for residents and their families to meet in. |
Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | |
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | |
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
Outings | Yes | Yes, we have regular trips out and about that are very popular with our residents. |
Whanau Room | Yes | We have a private room for use for family meetings. |
Newsletter | Yes | A quarterly newsletter is available. We are more than happy to share with you our newsletter. |
Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | Our organisation has a very robust policy framework and we have a policy for the management of 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. |
Rural Setting | Yes | Our facility is right in the heart of Greytown. |
Semi-Secure | Yes | |
Updated: 7 Jan 2021 |
Open-ended visiting hours, Personalised care plans, Caring home away from home environment, Secure surroundings, Activities programmes, Dementia-friendly gardens, Sensory walls and rooms, Dietician-approved meals and catering for special diets Close to Supermarket, Medical centre, Local shops, Local church |
Updated: 7 Jan 2021 |
Activity programme, Board games, Breakfast in bed, Care and Craft, Classical Music, Concerts, Craft, Electric beds, Email, Entertainers, Entertainment, Exercises, Flower arranging, Games, Garden, Gardening, Golden Oldies, Happy Hour, Housie, Indoor Games, Internet, Music, Newspaper reading, Outings, Sky TV, Music, Age Concern |
Updated: 7 Jan 2021 |
Topic | Details | |
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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. All our staff are committed to providing the best quality of care. | |
Details about meals | Daily home baking and dietician approved menus. We can cater for vegetarian, mulee, diabetic, gluten-free options. | |
Associated Complexes | We also offer hospital-level care, respite care and palliative care services. Our facility operates under the governance of the Ultimate Care Group with 19 care facilities NZ wide. | |
Updated: 7 Jan 2021 |
Language | Status | Details |
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English | Yes | |
Other Details | Yes | We can arrange a translator service should you require them. |
Updated: 7 Jan 2021 |
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
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(Other comments) | Yes | Faiths can be sourced by the Facility to see if there's a local representation. |
Updated: 7 Jan 2021 |
Location | Distance | Details |
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Shops | 1.30 Km | |
Updated: 7 Jan 2021 |
Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
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CareerForce | Yes | |
New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) | Yes | |
Rest Home MOH Audit Report Available. | Yes | |
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Updated: 7 Jan 2021 |
Welcome to our new Nurse Manager Nicola Nowell. More info coming soon. Dementia beds are now available for respite or permanent care. All inquiries welcome – please call Nicola Nowell 06 261 9020
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Updated: 7 Jan 2021 |
The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.