Maxwell Lifecare
At a glance
- Vacancy
- No
- Name
- Maxwell Lifecare
- Category
- Hospital
- Address
- 124 Maxwell Road
Blenheim
Blenheim 7201 - Postal Address
- Same as above
- DHB
- Nelson Marlborough
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Alta Bezuidenhout
- Owner
- Heritage Lifecare
Other services
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Make your home at Maxwell Lifecare
When it comes to everyday life, Maxwell makes it easy with rest home, hospital, day care and respite care. The well-appointed rooms all look out onto sheltered courtyards or landscaped gardens and come complete with a 24-hour call system, WiFi and ensuites.
Part of the self-proclaimed “sunniest place in New Zealand” in Blenheim, Maxwell is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, just a short drive from the town centre.
We offer everything from hairdressing to appointment transportation. We have a range of recreational activities including board games, happy hour, crafts, and live entertainment. Our facility van is also always on hand for outings.
When it comes to everyday life, Maxwell makes it easy with rest home, hospital, day care and respite care. The well-appointed rooms all look out onto sheltered courtyards or landscaped gardens and come complete with a 24-hour call system, WiFi and ensuites.
Part of the self-proclaimed “sunniest place in New Zealand” in Blenheim, Maxwell is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, just a short drive from the town centre.
We offer everything from hairdressing to appointment transportation. We have a range of recreational activities including board games, happy hour, crafts, and live entertainment. Our facility van is also always on hand for outings.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
| Updated: 20 Mar 2017 | |
Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 24 |
| Vacancy | No |
| 0 | |
| Impending vacancy | No - 0 |
| Premium Room Charges | Some Rooms from $11.00/day up to $25.00/day as at 09 Feb 2022 |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | Yes |
| Updated: 28 Jun 2022 | |
Testimonials
| The Maxwell home mid-winter lunch was a massive success because management and staff, carers and volunteers worked together to make it so. Well done and thank you. The meal was wonderful both in cooking and presentation and nobody could say they went hungry. It gives me great pleasure to say that during the time spent at Maxwell my wife was looked after in every way. I cannot praise the staff enough, I have come to highly respect them for the way they handle themselves and those in their care - thank God for such people where would we be without them. Thank you so much for everything you have done, its so appreciated. With thanks for your loving care - we truly appreciated what you have done with such cheerfulness. |
| Updated: 4 Apr 2018 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | We have 24 hour Registered Nurse coverage. Our team of nurses have experience in aged care. Our Manager is also a very experienced Registered Nurse. | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | Our Caregivers are highly experienced and work towards achieving NZQA qualifications in residential aged care. They are skilled to provide the best care for our residents. | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | A local physiotherapist is available if required. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Yes | As required. | |
| Social Worker (on site) | Yes | As required. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | Our Activities Assistant is on site 32 hours per week. Our programme incorporates one-on-one activities, group sessions and day trips. | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Our Activities Assistant is on site 32 hours per week. Our programme incorporates one-to-one activities, group sessions and day trips. | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | Our hairdresser visits every 2 weeks, providing a great service at a reasonable price. | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | Our Podiatrist visits every 3 weeks. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | All menus are Dietitian approved. Our Dietitian is available for general advice and to oversee special needs. | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | This can be arranged on an individual basis. | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | We endeavour to assist residents to maintain any cultural ties they may have in the community before coming to Maxwell. | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Services are held the first 3 Wednesdays of the month, and various religious groups can be arranged to visit to provide services for all of our residents. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | Allied Health Professionals visit as needed and there is a GP who visits regularly and is also available on-call. Additional services include email assistance, medication delivery, pharmacy services, housekeeping and laundry Service, dental, appointment transportation, speech therapy, spa treatments and interpreter services. | |
| Updated: 16 Nov 2018 | |||
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | We have registered nurses on duty 24 hours a day who can provide this level of care. |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | We have registered nurses on duty 24 hours a day who can provide this level of care. |
| Palliative Care (Contracted) | Yes | Individual palliative care funding may be available. |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | It is our privilege to care for people nearing the end of their life. We work closely with GP's and Hospice to provide this special care for a loved one. |
| IV Antibiotic Capability | Yes | |
| Dialysis | Yes | We are able to provide continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis. We also provide support for those requiring haemodialysis. |
| Wound Care | Yes | We work together with GP's and specialist wound management nurses as required. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | We are able to care for all levels of diabetes and our menu has a range of options for those who need a special diet. |
| Continence Advice | Yes | We manage residents needs and provide a range of continence products with visits by community nurse specialist on request. |
| Stomal Therapy | Yes | We manage residents needs and provide a range of products with visits by community nurse specialist on request. |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | We provide support for residents who have had a stroke. This may include physiotherapy and special diet options. |
| Tracheotomy Care | Yes | Your special needs can be discussed prior to admission. |
| Spinal Injuries Care | Yes | Your special needs can be discussed prior to admission. |
| Infection Control | Yes | We meet all infection control standards. |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | We are able to care for people following surgery and provide a range of convalescent care options. |
| Psychiatric Care | Yes | We will provide referrals to other services as required. |
| Community Health | Yes | We link with community health professionals as required. |
| Clinical Management | Yes | Our manager is a registered nurse and we also have a Clinical Manager on site to ensure all clinical needs are met with best practice. |
| Other Specialties | Yes | Available as required. |
| Updated: 4 Apr 2018 | ||
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | We welcome residents who wish to stay for a short time, either to give relatives and care givers a break, or because they need a little bit of extra care to recuperate and return home. |
| Respite | Yes | |
| Carer Support | Yes | We welcome residents who wish to stay for a short time, either to give relatives and care givers a break, or because they need a little bit of extra care to recuperate and return home. |
| Carer Support | Yes | |
| Other Short Stay Programme | Yes | |
| High Care Needs | Yes | |
| Subsidised | Yes | Subsidy may be available. |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | We welcome people who are self funded or have insurance cover. |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | According to bed availability. |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | Depending on bed availability at the time |
| Updated: 20 Mar 2017 | ||
Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | To be discussed prior to arrival, but the rooms are fully furnished and residents are welcome to personalise their rooms. We understand the importance of making it feel like home. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | Rooms are equipped with a nurse call system, spacious showers, and safety grab rails. Freeview TV and Sky TV access is available. |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | |
| Ensuite | Yes | We have some rooms with ensuites, please discuss this option with our Care Home Manager. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | We have happy hour on a Friday - other times by arrangement. |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | Our cat Fred. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Available to residents. |
| Wifi | Yes | Available to residents. |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | In most rooms. |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | We can discuss your special needs prior to admission. |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | We have 3 communal lounge areas and a dining area. These are equipped with comfortable seating, and the lounges have stereo systems and televisions with Freeview TV, Sky TV, and DVD players. The area is large enough for residents to run meetings, invite guests and partake in a variety of organised functions. |
| Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | A no discrimination policy is in place to provide a friendly and caring space for residents. |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | You may qualify for Primary Options for Acute Care Funding. As your GP for details. |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | It is our privilege to care for people nearing the end of their life. We work closely with GP's and Hospice to provide this care. |
| Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | It is possible for people to join us during the day and return home at night. We encourage families to help us care for their family member. |
| Outings | Yes | As part of our activities program, regular trips are provided to the local community. These can include shopping, sight seeing and picnics. |
| Whanau Room | Yes | We have areas available where residents and their families can spend quiet time together. |
| Maori Kaupapa | Yes | We respect all cultures. |
| Residents Committee | Yes | Meetings held every 3 months - or sooner if requested. |
| Family Committee | Yes | Combined with the resident's committee above. |
| Newsletter | Yes | The Care Homes Newsletter is published on a regular basis. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | Our staff are trained to recognise and manage a range of behaviours that residents may have. |
| Confused Residents | Yes | Our staff are trained to recognise and manage a range of behaviours that residents may have. This may include residents who become confused. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Smoking is permitted in the designated area. |
| Semi-Secure | Yes | |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2020 | ||
Special Features
| Maxwell Lifecare Complex offers all the benefits of a care facility, including entertainment, activities and companionship. The facility is fitted with accessibility ramps and safety grab rails, wide corridors, and smoke detectors with water sprinklers. The beautiful gardens here are a striking feature both inside and out, as every room opens onto a lovely private courtyard garden providing restful views all year round and lovely sheltered areas to sit outside. Our residents are able to make their rooms their own with photos and ornaments. Friends and family are welcome at any time and can share a meal, a coffee or some of our entertainment – 7 days a week. Some people bring their pets to visit to the amusement of our resident cat Fred. |
| Updated: 16 Nov 2018 |
Interests & Activities
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Maxwell has an extensive repertoire of activities and events, aimed at keeping the body and mind stimulated. The range of activities on offer to our residents is growing all the time so there’s something for everyone! A monthly activity calendar is available on request. Our Activity Coordinators focuses on designing programmes for each individual at all levels of disability, to promote independence and creative expression. We provide a library service and we also rent DVDs or videos. Entertainers form a regular part of our programme. A piano and Sky TV is also available in the main lounges. Here are just some of the activities and interests of residents which arise on a regular basis: Board Games, Crosswords & Quizzes, Cooking, Indoor Bowls, Movies, Crafts, Free Sports Sweepstakes, Music, Parties, Happy Hour, Newspaper Reading. Many residents also enjoy getting out and about in the van, so outings are an ongoing part of the activities programme and often include stopping somewhere for coffee or ice cream. There is also active involvement in community events. |
| Updated: 16 Nov 2018 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | A government subsidy may be available for part or all of your care. | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | Maxwell meets all recommended staffing levels for residential care. | |
| Details about meals | Our menus are dietitian approved and cater to individual preferences and requirements.All meals and baking are done on site. | |
| Associated Complexes | We are part of Heritage Lifecare, a specialist aged care provider. | |
| Updated: 4 Apr 2018 | ||
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Afrikaans | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian | Yes | |
| Thai | Yes | |
| Tongan | Yes | |
| Updated: 16 Nov 2018 | ||
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | Yes | |
| Denominations/Faiths represented | Yes | We offer access to Kaumatua, Church Services, a Reflection Room, Chaplain and Spiritual Advisor. We are able to accommodate our residents' spiritual needs as requested. |
| Updated: 16 Nov 2018 | ||
Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Approved provider of Professional Development and Recognition Programme | Yes | |
| New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) | Yes | |
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| Updated: 16 Nov 2018 | ||
The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.
