Masonic Court - Awatea Wing
At a glance
- Vacancy
- No
- Name
- Masonic Court
- Category
- Hospital
- Address
- 13 Clausen Street
Takaro
Palmerston North 4412 - Postal Address
- Same as above
- Region
- Manawatū-Whanganui
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- Fax
- View Fax Number
- Mobile
- View Mobile Number
- View Email Address
Personnel
- Manager
- Karen Adrian - (06) 358 9399
- Owner
- Masonic Villages Association Trust
Other services
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Masonic Court is an established and well respected aged care facility that has been in Palmerston North since 1972. The facility has grown over the years with support from our community and we are now able to provide 24- hour care for up to 49 rest home and hospital level residents both permanently and short term (respite and intermediate care) and Palliative care.
In 2014 we merged with the Masonic Villages Trust and have become a large provider of exceptional aged care in the lower half of the north island. Each facility is unique and at Masonic Court we offer holistic care that’s all about you, a selection of homely rooms some with private en-suites, 24- hour Registered Nurses on site, passionate staff and engaging lifestyle programs with diverse recreation programs e.g. art, music and animal therapies, resident outings, as well as specialist services e.g. physiotherapy, podiatry with pastoral and chaplaincy services regularly available
With a welcoming, friendly atmosphere, and a place where family and friends are encouraged to visit as often as they choose, spending time with loved ones and making new friends is the spirit of our home. You will feel at home with our friendly, qualified staff and our person-centred model of care while enjoying the rich quality of life that encourages companionship, independence and safety.
Amenities you will value
With over 50 years servicing our community we know exactly what our residents and families value. Whether it’s a cosy armchair in the sunshine, enjoying our regular entertainment, having your hair done, enjoying a relaxing card or board game or a walk outside to enjoy the gardens, we have thought of all the really important things.
Food you will love
Delicious and nutritious food is central to our residents’ enjoyment of life. We bring in fresh, high quality produce and lovingly prepare it in-house for maximum flavour and goodness. With seasonal menus and favourite dishes, our home cooked food is a highlight of living at Masonic Court
Our Staff
Our wonderful staff will inspire you with their dedication and professionalism. You can rest assured that they will look after you with the same care and attention as they would give to their own family member. Some of our devoted clinical staff members have been with Masonic Court more than 10 years!
If you are looking permanent Rest Home or Hospital level care or short-term residential respite care our caring Masonic Court staff are here to help and support you.
In 2014 we merged with the Masonic Villages Trust and have become a large provider of exceptional aged care in the lower half of the north island. Each facility is unique and at Masonic Court we offer holistic care that’s all about you, a selection of homely rooms some with private en-suites, 24- hour Registered Nurses on site, passionate staff and engaging lifestyle programs with diverse recreation programs e.g. art, music and animal therapies, resident outings, as well as specialist services e.g. physiotherapy, podiatry with pastoral and chaplaincy services regularly available
With a welcoming, friendly atmosphere, and a place where family and friends are encouraged to visit as often as they choose, spending time with loved ones and making new friends is the spirit of our home. You will feel at home with our friendly, qualified staff and our person-centred model of care while enjoying the rich quality of life that encourages companionship, independence and safety.
Amenities you will value
With over 50 years servicing our community we know exactly what our residents and families value. Whether it’s a cosy armchair in the sunshine, enjoying our regular entertainment, having your hair done, enjoying a relaxing card or board game or a walk outside to enjoy the gardens, we have thought of all the really important things.
Food you will love
Delicious and nutritious food is central to our residents’ enjoyment of life. We bring in fresh, high quality produce and lovingly prepare it in-house for maximum flavour and goodness. With seasonal menus and favourite dishes, our home cooked food is a highlight of living at Masonic Court
Our Staff
Our wonderful staff will inspire you with their dedication and professionalism. You can rest assured that they will look after you with the same care and attention as they would give to their own family member. Some of our devoted clinical staff members have been with Masonic Court more than 10 years!
If you are looking permanent Rest Home or Hospital level care or short-term residential respite care our caring Masonic Court staff are here to help and support you.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 21 Nov 2013 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 15 |
| Vacancy | No |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Short stay considered | Yes |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms from $10.00/day up to $20.00/day as at 03 Apr 2025 |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | Please enquire |
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Updated: 9 May 2025 |
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Testimonials
| I just want to thank you for the wonderful way your staff have cared for my Mum sice she arrived at Masonic Care. The genuine love and care of yur staff was evident from the moment I arrived to visit Mum recently. From the moment we found your community there, my family have felt so much at home....When talking with some of the staff they spoke that for them it was more of a vocation than a job, that was a great belssing for me to hear. Thank you once ahain for the genuine love you show to our darling mother and to the other residents. Many thanks for the love and care you showed G over the last few weeks. You are all amazing and the love you show the residents and for you job shines through... All the family are so thankful and appreciative of the love, kindness, respect and care you gave Mum while she was living at the Masonic. She was always telling us how she felt thoroughly spoilt and fussed over - and she loved it. I would like to thank you all for the care that my brother Bob received while he was with you. The nurses and care givers were always friendly and helpful to Bob and i know he would also want to mention the whole team there. Great meals from the kitchen, the care from the laundry staff, maintenance and the house keeping staff. The gardens also gave him an intreest, so well kept. Thank you for looking after him so well. You make a great team and we appreciate your care and compassion towards Bob and his family Dad passed away last Friday at the home in the care of your wonderful staff and this is just a short note from myself and the family to thank you and all the staff for the care he has reeived over the past 3 and a half years.... The nurses and care givers have always looked after dad as though he was a family member and we are deeply appreciateive of this I would like to thank you all for the care that my brother B received while he was with you. The nurses and care givers were always friendly and helpful to B and i know he would also want to mention the whole team there. Great meals from the kitchen, the care from the laundry staff, maintenance and the house keeping staff. The gardens also gave him an interest, so well kept. Thank you for looking after him so well. You make a great team and we appreciate your care and compassion towards B and his family ... the staff at Clausen street - Palmerston North are the best - and their compassion for residents is second to none. Thank you for all the wonderful support you give to K daily, and on behalf of my family we are grateful for the work that you all do & we apprciate everyone at Masonic Court. Thank you for all the loving care. Tenderness and sensitivity you showed our Mum...She lived at the Masonic Court Home unitl the end of her life. We will never forget and are truely thankful for what you did for our faimily Thank you all so much for the dedicated care and friendship you showed V over many years. Your love and attention has been greatly appreciated. |
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Updated: 1 Mar 2024 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | Registered nurse on duty 24 hours a day 7 days a week | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
| Physiotherapist | Yes | Regular review and as required | |
| Occupational Therapist | Negotiable | ||
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | Two qualified DT workers Mon -Sat. 50 Hours min per week | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | ||
| Hairdresser | Yes | Every Wednesday Dedicated room available for other hairdressers to use | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | 6 Weekly visits | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Sets menu | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Church every Thursday (rotation of various religions) Spiritual Advisor lives in the village | |
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Updated: 1 Mar 2024 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Wound Care | Yes | Staff have access to specialist |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Staff have access to specialist |
| Continence Advice | Yes | Staff have access to specialist |
| Infection Control | Yes | |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | |
| Clinical Management | Yes | |
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Updated: 28 Aug 2018 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | |
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Updated: 8 May 2019 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Ensuite | Yes | In two connecting rooms |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | |
| Outings | Yes | |
| Residents Committee | Yes | Monthly Residents Meeting |
| Newsletter | Yes | |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Outside in a sheltered area |
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Updated: 7 Sep 2008 |
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Interests & Activities
| Activity programme, Art, BBQ, Big print books, Bingo, Board games, Bowls, Breakfast in bed, Bridge, Cards, Care and Craft, , Children, Church, Classical Music, Concerts, Cooking, Craft, Dancing, Digital camera, Electric beds, Email (if required), Entertainers, Entertainment, Exercises, Fax, Flower arranging, Games, Garden, Gardening, Happy Hour, Housie, Hydrotherapy (Spa Bath), Indoor Games, Internet (if required), Jigsaw, Library, Minibus, Movies, Music, Newspaper reading, Outings, Parties, Pianist, Quizzes, Reading, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Singing, Videos |
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Updated: 9 Oct 2009 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | Contact Manager for details | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | We have a great team of friendly professional staff, with very good staff/patient ratios. | |
| Details about meals | All meals and baking are done on the premises, we have our main meal at midday with a lighter meal at night. Morning tea is always freshly baked muffins or scones. | |
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Updated: 7 Sep 2008 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Afrikaans | No | Can source person if required. Staff member employed that could assist |
| Chinese | Yes | Can source person if required. Staff member employed that could assist |
| Cook Island Maori | No | Can source person if required. Staff member employed that could assist |
| Deaf Blind Sign Language | No | Can source person if required |
| Dutch | No | Can source person if required |
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian | No | Can source person if required |
| Interpreter | Yes | Arranged where needed / on request |
| Japanese | Yes | Can source person if required. Staff member employed that could assist |
| Māori - Te Reo | No | Can source person if required. Staff member employed that could assist |
| Samoan | No | Can source person if required. Staff member employed that could assist |
| Sign Language | No | Can source person if required |
| Tongan | No | Can source person if required. Staff member employed that could assist |
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Updated: 9 Oct 2009 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | |
| Baptist | Yes | |
| Christian | Yes | |
| Denominations/Faiths represented | Yes | Church service every Thursday morning - rolling roster of denominations. |
| Methodist | Yes | |
| Presbyterian | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | Yes | Individual requests can be arranged |
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Updated: 7 Sep 2008 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.50 Km | 2 Minutes walk to bus. |
| Shops | 1.00 Km | Chemist, Grocery store and bank |
| Mall | 2.50 Km | Centre of town |
| Parks | 1.00 Km | Next to railway station |
| Library | 2.00 Km | |
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Updated: 7 Sep 2008 |
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Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| National Certificate in Diversional Therapy | Yes | Have staff members with this qualification |
| Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | |
| Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
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Updated: 9 Oct 2009 |
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