WesleyCare
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- WesleyCare
- Category
- Hospital
- Address
- 91 Harewood Road
Papanui
Christchurch 8053 - Region
- Canterbury
- Phone
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- Fax
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- Web
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Personnel
- Manager
- Donna Coxshall - 033751055
- Owner
- Christchurch Methodist Mission - 033751055
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Our overall mission is to promote social justice through partnerships that strengthen families and build fair and safe communities.
Our facility has a focus on dignity, independence and opportunities for older people in a range of affordable and secure accommodation.
Our facility has a focus on dignity, independence and opportunities for older people in a range of affordable and secure accommodation.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
| Updated: 27 Dec 2022 | |
Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 79 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Short stay considered | No |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Yes from $37.50/day up to $37.50/day as at 11 Apr 2024 |
| 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: 19 Apr 2024 | |
Testimonials
| Following a recent survey in December here are some comments from our residents/families: "the care staff are wonderful, they treat mum with the utmost care and love...." ..."anxiety and concern is immediately eased by the professional approach......" "the level of care is excellent, we could not wish for better care" |
| Updated: 27 Dec 2022 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | We have two experienced Unit Coordinators who work full time on each floor. Our Clinical/Quality Manager also works full time. We always have registered nurses on site 24/7. for the elderly and palliative care. | |
| Enrolled Nurse | Yes | We have two Enrolled Nurses. | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | Our staff are friendly and always there to help out, many have been here for over 15 years - a testimony of a stable workforce | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | We have a contracted physio that comes in two days a week as well as two physio aides who work full-time under her direction. | |
| Social Worker (on site) | Yes | We have access to a large number of qualified social workers through our Christchurch Methodist Misson community services team. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | We have one qualified Diversonal Therapists and two Activity Coordinators. We have musicians, hand crafts, housie, ten pin bowling and other activities weekly. | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | ||
| Hairdresser | Yes | We have a beautiful hair salon and two hairdressers are available across three days a week. | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | Regular podiatry visits. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | We have access to a Community Dietitian as required. | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | Through Age Concern, Foundation for the Blind, Arthritis Society, MS Society and our own group of regular volunteers. | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | The Methodist Mission have a long standing partnership relationship with Te Whatu-Manawa Maoritanga O Rehua Marae, since its inception as Rehua Hostel in 1952. | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | We have an in-house Chaplain who coordinates a team of ministers and lay people from various denominations. We have services on Wednesdays and Sundays in our chapel. There is a monthly Catholic Mass, weekly communion visits to Catholic residents. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | We have a full-time weekday receptionist and a part time weekend receptionist who welcomes all. We use Nurse Maude's Palliative team for advice and support. . We also have an Ear Nurse who visits when required. | |
| Updated: 27 Dec 2022 | |||
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | We have sufficient equipment to offer to residents that need extra support with their respiratory function. |
| Palliative Care (Contracted) | Yes | We have well qualified registered nurses who look after our Palliative care residents with the support of the Nurse Maude Palliative Team |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| IV Antibiotic Capability | Yes | Through Acute Demand team at Pegasus |
| Wound Care | Yes | All RN's are qualified in wound management. We have excellent training from Ebos. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | We have a number of residents with diabetes whom we care for and monitor sucessfully |
| Continence Advice | Yes | We have well trained Healthcare assistants who are knowledgeable in assessing the resident for the correct continence products. |
| Stomal Therapy | Yes | We would access a specialist through Nurse Maude. |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | Through Stroke services from OPHSS. |
| Spinal Injuries Care | Yes | We have the expertise to manage these |
| Infection Control | Yes | We have a Registered Nurse who leads the staff in Infection Control management which includes regular training and updating of procedures/information. |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | Yes depending on complexity |
| Psychiatric Care | Yes | Through the Older Persons Health Specialist Service (OPMH),Psychiatric Services of the Elderly. |
| Clinical Management | Yes | We have twoUnit Coordinators, who are responsible for the clinical oversight of the residents in their respective areas. They are supported by our Quality/Clinical Manager. |
| Other Specialties | Yes | We would like to be given the opportunity to manage any person with a specific need. |
| Updated: 27 Dec 2022 | ||
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | If we have availability. |
| Carer Support | Yes | If we have availability. |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | Please get in touch to see if we are able to assist you |
| Updated: 27 Dec 2022 | ||
Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | Providing it meets our requirements so we can provide the safest possible care for you we are willing to discuss this. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | We have 1 studio unit for a couple where at least one has been assessed for hospital level of care. |
| Ensuite | Yes | All rooms have ensuite bathrooms. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | We have weekly happy hour that is regularly attended by residents hosted and funded by our facility. Residents may have their own alcohol with the approval of their GP. |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | We have a cat called Princess and tropical fish. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | Willing to discuss this, the resident and family would have full responsibility for care of the pet. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Currently a $20/month charge |
| Wifi | Yes | Residents/families can pay monthly for this service. Wifi is throughout the facility and there is a dedicated resident connection. |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | Each room has an individual control to adjust as required. |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | We have experience in caring for people who are under 65 with chronic long term illnesses |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | We have a large lounge on each floor for family and residents to meet in. We also have a whanau room available for families that wish to stay with an unwell resident. |
| Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | Please enquire about how we may be able to help you and your family |
| Palliative Care Contract | Yes | Please enquire about how we may be able to help you and your family |
| Outings | Yes | We have a van that staff use to take residents on outings around the city. |
| Whānau Room | Yes | We have rooms available for a quiet space for family |
| Māori Kaupapa | Yes | Staff have an annual training to promote an understanding of maori culture. |
| Residents Committee | No | We have a regular residents meeting with the resident advocate. |
| Newsletter | Yes | Occasional newsletters are distributed. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | WesleyCare ensures that the needs of residents with challenging behaviours are managed effectively to enhance their quality of life and ensure a safe environment for the other residents and staff. We utilise DHB expertise if we require assistance |
| Confused Residents | Yes | Although we do not provide Dementia Care we are able to manage the triggers and other factors that result in short term confusion.If a residents safety becomes at risk they may have to shift to a dementia care unit. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | We aim to be completely smoke free and residents that smoke must do this outside the complex. |
| Updated: 27 Dec 2022 | ||
Interests & Activities
| Activity programme, Advocate, Big print books, Bingo, Blind Foundation, Board games, Bowls, Canine friends, Chapel, Church, Children, , Concerts, Craft, Dancing, Entertainers, Entertainment, Exercises, Games, Garden, Golf, Happy Hour, Housie, Indoor Games, , Jigsaw, Library, Massage, Music, Newspaper reading, Outings, Pastoral care, Pianist, Quizzes, Reading, Shopping, Singing |
| Updated: 27 Dec 2022 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Staffing qualifications and details | We have a mixture of Senior Nurses and newer graduates. Most caregivers have been with us over 15 years | |
| Details about meals | All Meals are made on site with home-baking for morning tea, afternoon tea and supper. | |
| Updated: 27 Dec 2022 | ||
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese | Yes | We have some Chinese staff. |
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian | Yes | We have some Fijian staff. |
| Fijian Indian | Yes | We have some Fijian Indian staff. |
| Filipino | Yes | We have many Filipino staff. |
| Hindi | Yes | We have several Indian staff. |
| Interpreter | Yes | We have access to Interpreters that we can call in if required. |
| Japanese | Yes | We have three Japanese staff. |
| Korean | Yes | We have a Korean caregiver |
| Māori - Te Reo | Yes | We have some Maori staff. |
| Samoan | Yes | We have some Samoan staff |
| Thai | Yes | We have a Thai RN |
| Updated: 27 Dec 2022 | ||
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | Yes | |
| Methodist | Yes | We are part of the Christchurch Methodist Mission |
| Updated: 27 Dec 2022 | ||
Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | We have a Bus Stop outside the main building | |
| Shops | We are close to the Papanui Shops | |
| Mall | We are close to Northlands Mall | |
| Parks | Small Park across the road from us | |
| Library | We are close to Papanui Library | |
| Updated: 27 Dec 2022 | ||
Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| National Certificate in Diversional Therapy | Yes | |
| Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | |
| New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services (NZCCSS) | Yes | |
| New Zealand Dental Association | Yes | |
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| Updated: 27 Dec 2022 | ||
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