Whangārei Park Village - Selwyn Court
At a glance
- Vacancy
- No
- Name
- Whangārei Park Village
- Category
- Dementia Care (Secure)
- Address
- 15 Puriri Park Road
Maunu
Whangarei 0112 - Postal Address
- 15 Puriri Park Road
Maunu
Whangarei 0110 - DHB
- Northland
- Phone
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- Fax
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- Mobile
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- Web
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Personnel
- Manager
- Stephanie Ducrot - (09) 438 1099
- Owner
- Metlifecare
- Independent Living Sales
- Kerensa Gillespie - 027 200 8314
- Care Living Sales
- Shalimar Bawayan - (09) 438 1099
Other services
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RESIDENTIAL DEMENTIA CARE
With views of the western hills, Metlifecare Park has a peaceful outlook over its own ‘village green’ fringed with beautiful mature trees which are visited by native birds.
Our 15-bed ‘Jacaranda Court' Dementia Unit has a fresh and inviting appearance and a well-equipped interior, contributing to our residents well-being. Built on one level, all rooms are single with a hand basin.
Also on-site we offer Rest Home and Hospital Care as well as Villas for independent living.
WE CARE
Our aim is to provide a warm and friendly environment. We are staffed with caregivers and other professional staff trained to meet the particular needs of those in their care. Although our doctor visits regularly, some families may prefer to continue to have their own GP.
We want all our residents to have an enjoyable time. Our manager is happy to meet with family members, and respond to any questions or concerns you may have. It is appreciated if you take the time to make an appointment.
MAKING PEOPLE FEEL AT HOME
There is open visiting at home in the park and family and friends are always very welcome. To help residents to feel at home, please feel encouraged to bring personal things such as pictures, photographs, a favourite comfy chair and treasured mementos.
AMENITIES
There are many special areas including a pleasant lounge. Our restful garden and the park greens give a real country feel to our dementia unit and village as a whole.
HERE FOR OUR RESIDENTS
All diets and appetites are catered for, and family or guests are welcome for lunch at a small charge payable to reception.
Our chaplain is available for residents’ spiritual needs and specific church services are held in Jacaranda Court weekly.
Our hairdresser is available for appointments during the week, and the Podiatrist is available every 6 weeks.
ACTIVITIES FOR WELFARE AND ENJOYMENT
Jacaranda Court offers a specialised activity programme for all our residents enjoyment and well-being. Opportunities include games, music, and arts and crafts.
KEEPING SAFE
- Valuables. Metlifecare cannot accept responsibility for lost or damaged property, and request family to retain these on behalf of residents.
- Fire. Smoke detectors and sprinklers are installed. Our staff have fire evacuation procedures in place – residents are safe in their hands.
- Visitors Book. Relatives and friends are asked to sign the visitor signing in/out book. This is monitored to help ensure the safety of all our residents.
BEING GOOD NEIGHBOURS
We ask people not to smoke within our facility - we have designated areas for smokers.
With views of the western hills, Metlifecare Park has a peaceful outlook over its own ‘village green’ fringed with beautiful mature trees which are visited by native birds.
Our 15-bed ‘Jacaranda Court' Dementia Unit has a fresh and inviting appearance and a well-equipped interior, contributing to our residents well-being. Built on one level, all rooms are single with a hand basin.
Also on-site we offer Rest Home and Hospital Care as well as Villas for independent living.
WE CARE
Our aim is to provide a warm and friendly environment. We are staffed with caregivers and other professional staff trained to meet the particular needs of those in their care. Although our doctor visits regularly, some families may prefer to continue to have their own GP.
We want all our residents to have an enjoyable time. Our manager is happy to meet with family members, and respond to any questions or concerns you may have. It is appreciated if you take the time to make an appointment.
MAKING PEOPLE FEEL AT HOME
There is open visiting at home in the park and family and friends are always very welcome. To help residents to feel at home, please feel encouraged to bring personal things such as pictures, photographs, a favourite comfy chair and treasured mementos.
AMENITIES
There are many special areas including a pleasant lounge. Our restful garden and the park greens give a real country feel to our dementia unit and village as a whole.
HERE FOR OUR RESIDENTS
All diets and appetites are catered for, and family or guests are welcome for lunch at a small charge payable to reception.
Our chaplain is available for residents’ spiritual needs and specific church services are held in Jacaranda Court weekly.
Our hairdresser is available for appointments during the week, and the Podiatrist is available every 6 weeks.
ACTIVITIES FOR WELFARE AND ENJOYMENT
Jacaranda Court offers a specialised activity programme for all our residents enjoyment and well-being. Opportunities include games, music, and arts and crafts.
KEEPING SAFE
- Valuables. Metlifecare cannot accept responsibility for lost or damaged property, and request family to retain these on behalf of residents.
- Fire. Smoke detectors and sprinklers are installed. Our staff have fire evacuation procedures in place – residents are safe in their hands.
- Visitors Book. Relatives and friends are asked to sign the visitor signing in/out book. This is monitored to help ensure the safety of all our residents.
BEING GOOD NEIGHBOURS
We ask people not to smoke within our facility - we have designated areas for smokers.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
| Updated: 23 Jul 2014 | |
Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 15 |
| Vacancy | No |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Premium Room Charges | No |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | Unknown |
| Updated: 24 May 2022 | |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 24/7 | Yes | |
| Nurse Practitioner | No | ||
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
| Physiotherapist | Yes | ||
| Occupational Therapist | Negotiable | ||
| Social Worker (on site) | Negotiable | Available through the local DHB if needed | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | Our Activities Coordinator in the rest home is a qualified DT and provides support to all of our Activities Coordinators | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | ||
| Hairdresser | Yes | Our on-site salon is open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday every week | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | The podiatrist calls on residents every six weeks or more frequently if required | |
| Dietitian | Negotiable | All meals have passed Dietitian recommendation | |
| Accredited Visitors | Negotiable | The Age concern accredited visitng service is availabe by negotiation as well as counselling and support from the Anglican care centre | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | We have a local on-call Kaumatua, available on request | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | As well as conducting Sunday Worship Services which are open to all residents, our chaplain is available on site for two days each week - and is also on call to residents for urgent personal assistance | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | Trained volunteers assist with outings and events. Our army of volunterrs also assist with painting, floral arrangement, music, companionship and entertainment. Our home is enriched with pets. | |
| Updated: 22 Nov 2018 | |||
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | This is available for limited use as required. |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | Available on request |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | 24/7 RN cover with Hospital Services |
| Wound Care | Yes | |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Available on request |
| Continence Advice | Yes | |
| Stomal Therapy | Yes | Available on request |
| Infection Control | Yes | |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | 24/7 RN cover, with available specialist involvment if needed |
| Psychiatric Care | Yes | This is offered as may be required in association with the District Health Board. |
| Clinical Management | Yes | We have two excellent, full time, Clinical Coordinators who cover Monday to Saturday |
| Updated: 25 Oct 2012 | ||
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Carer Support | Yes | |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Updated: 24 May 2013 | ||
Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | |
| Single Rooms | Yes | All residents in our dementia wing have single rooms. |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | We have a lovely friendly cat in the unit amoung others in the facility along with chickens, love birds and fish |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | Our open plan communal area is bright and attractive. |
| Outings | Yes | Frequent outings are arranged using our own van. |
| Residents Committee | Yes | The Rest Home has a very Active Residents Committee , which Family members are welcome to access |
| Newsletter | Yes | Selwyn Park has its own quarterly newsletter which includes contributions from residents and staff members. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Rural Setting | No | But set in park like grounds and looking out to the western hills |
| Updated: 24 May 2013 | ||
Special Features
| We pride ourselves on the relaxed and family atmosphere achieved by caring staff members at Selwyn Park. The up-to-date dementia care and facilities include a great outdoors area with lawns and gardens. |
| Updated: 24 May 2013 |
Interests & Activities
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Activity programme, Art, Big print books, Board games, Care and Craft, Concerts, Craft, Entertainers, Entertainment, Exercises, Games, Indoor Games, Jigsaw, Library, Minibus, Music, Outings, Pastoral care, Sing-a-longs, Videos. A variety of specialised activies are also provided to suit the needs of individual residents. |
| Updated: 29 Nov 2007 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | There is no charge for fully susidised residents. Otherwise the fees for private care are $837.76 incl GST per week or $3640.27 incl GST per 4 weeks. | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | Our team of competent and caring care givers attend mandatory training and are encouraged to complete training towards the National certificate and a career in care giving. | |
| Details about meals | All dietary needs are catered for at Selwyn Park, the menus are audited by a qualified dietician and choices are offered within our seasonal menus. | |
| Associated Complexes | Family members are most welcome to dine in the Rest Home dining area for a small charge. | |
| Updated: 24 May 2013 | ||
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Afrikaans | Yes | |
| Dutch | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | We are able to call on interpretation services through the District Health Board. |
| Italian | Yes | |
| Samoan | Yes | |
| Updated: 29 Nov 2007 | ||
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | An Anglican Chaplain conducts Worship Services open to all residents and is available on site for pastoral care. |
| Christian | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | Yes | People of all religions and cultures are welcome at Selwyn Park. |
| Updated: 6 Jan 2010 | ||
Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.00 Km | The local bus service stops at our gate. |
| Shops | 0.40 Km | A group of shops including a dairy and fish & chips/takeway shop is nearby. We have a convenience shop on-site. |
| Mall | 3.00 Km | Whangarei's Shopping Mall is within the City Centre |
| Parks | 0.00 Km | The closest park in right on our doorstep - while Barge Park is about one kilometre away. |
| Library | 0.00 Km | As well as our small internal large print library, the Whangarei Library Bus calls regularly. |
| Updated: 5 Dec 2007 | ||
Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) | Yes | |
| New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services (NZCCSS) | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
| Other details | Yes | ACC Health Partnership. |
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| Updated: 5 Dec 2007 | ||
The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.
