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At a glance

- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Oakland
- Category
- Hospital
- Address
- 108 Thirteenth Avenue
Tauranga South
Tauranga 3112 - Postal Address
- PO BOX 23552
Tauranga South
Tauranga 3144 - Region
- Bay of Plenty
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Facility Manager
- Lorraine McCarthy - 027 555 1395
- Village Coordinator
- Jamie-Lee Abraham - 027 253 2402
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With a spacious dining room, lounges and large sunny rooms, our home boasts an excellent chef who provides the very best in nutritional meals. Our care staff work closely with residents to create personal care plans and a tailored activity programme.
Facility Features:
• Registered Nurse on site 24 hours a day
• Open-ended visiting hours
• Large rooms, some with en suite facilities
• Activities programme
• Visiting Hairdresser, podiatrist and physiotherapist
• Dietician-approved meals and catering for special diets
Close to:
• Supermarkets
• Medical centre
• Tauranga Hospital
• Local churches
• Shopping centre
• Memorial Park
Unsure where to start? Get in touch and we’ll take the time to get to know your situation and advise the next steps.
For more information, visit our website at alden.co.nz
Service/Facility Details
Detail | Status |
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Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
Certification | Yes |
ORA Applies | No |
Updated: 19 Aug 2025 |
Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail | Status |
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Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 46 |
Vacancy | Yes |
Impending vacancy | No |
Short stay considered | Yes |
Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms from $20.00/day up to $55.00/day as at 03 Sep 2025 |
MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
Updated: 3 Sep 2025 |
Testimonials
"Staff that I have interacted with are simply wonderful". "With regards to staff, I have on occasions told other members of my family that the best things about this establishment is the rapport we have with the people who are looking after us. That is management, nurses, carers, entertainment, maintenance, laundry and cleaning staff". "The staff are supported by each other and they show respect for me". |
Updated: 19 Aug 2025 |
Personnel
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. | |
Enrolled Nurse | Yes | Our excellent Enrolled Nurses are part of our dedicated team of nurses, providing support to our Registered Nurses and guidance to our Caregivers. | |
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 | Our physiotherapist visits regularly, by appointment/referral. These services are fully funded. | |
Occupational Therapist | Negotiable | We have access to a qualified Occupational therapist who can assess our residents' needs. | |
Social Worker (on site) | Negotiable | We have access to a community social worker that can be arranged on an individual basis as required. | |
Diversional Therapist | Yes | ||
Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Our activities coordinator delivers a varied programme to our residents 5 days per week. Our activities programme is regularly updated and promises to cater to a variety of interests and needs. Our programme incorporates day trips, one-to-one sessions and group sessions. Enquiries are most welcome to view our programme. | |
Hairdresser | Yes | Our hairdresser visits regularly, by appointment. These services are provided at the residents own cost. | |
Podiatrist | Yes | Our podiatrist visits regularly, by appointment. These services are fully funded. | |
Dietitian | Negotiable | 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 | Negotiable | We have access to Maori cultural groups and this can be arranged on an individual basis as required. | |
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Negotiable | We can access a Chaplain 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, as well as having a National Clinical Coach who ensures the clinical aspect of our service delivery is upheld. | |
Updated: 1 Sep 2025 |
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
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Oxygen Management | Yes | If oxygen is prescribed we have a team of registered nurses who can ensue this is managed as required. |
Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | We are able to manage and resident that requires any Gastro/Nasogastric care. |
Bariatric (Care of the very overweight) | Yes | Each case is taken on an individual basis |
Palliative Care (Contracted) | No | Although we do not have a palliative care contract. All of our residents receive the highest possible standard of care at their time of need. |
End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | We have a close relationship with Waipuna Hospice. Our registered nurses are trained to deliver the best care for our residents at the end stage of life. |
Dialysis | No | Dialysis is indeed a specialty. We are not able to offer support with this at this time. |
Wound Care | Yes | Registered Nurses have training and competence to manage any wounds. |
Diabetic Care | Yes | Our registered nurses are more than capable to manage your diabetic needs |
Continence Advice | Yes | Our registered nurses can assess any of our residents for a continence assessment. |
Stomal Therapy | Yes | Should you require stomal care our nurses can provide this for you and support your needs. |
Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | We are more than happy to assess and assist you with your needs should you unfortunately suffer a stroke |
Tracheotomy Care | Yes | This is assessed on a case by case situation |
Spinal Injuries Care | No | We are not able to provide the level of care required for spinal injuries |
Infection Control | Yes | We have a a very good infection Control programme that is monitored by our Clinical team based at the National Support Office in Wellington |
Surgical Followup | Yes | If you have recently had surgery and need to recover or rehabilitate we can meet your needs. |
Psychiatric Care | No | We do not provide this level of service |
Clinical Management | Yes | Our Clinical Services Manager works full time and supports our registered nurses through education and mentoring. |
Updated: 19 Aug 2025 |
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
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. |
Carer Support | Yes | We offer Carers support for all levels of care. Please contact us to discuss your needs. |
Subsidised | Yes | Yes, we provided subsidised services should you meet the requirements. |
Private Paying | Yes | Yes, we provide private paying services should you not meet the subsidy requirements. |
Booking can be made in advance | Yes | We are more than happy to accommodate your needs. Bookings can be made in advance, please contact us discuss your needs and availabilities. |
Updated: 19 Aug 2025 |
Features
Feature | Status | Details |
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May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | Residents are encouraged to bring any items that make their room homely, including any pieces of furniture they may want. They will need to bring a TV for their room if they require one. |
Single Rooms | Yes | We have a number of single rooms that you can choose from. Each room is comfortable and accommodate most personal effects. |
Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | We have a couple of rooms that would accommodate a couple. We can also have different levels of care. One could require rest home level and one hospital level. Contact us for more information and availabilities. |
Ensuite | Yes | |
Alcohol Permitted | Yes | To be monitored by Registered Nurse (medical condition permitting) and approved by G.P. |
Pets In Residence | Yes | This is negotiable on a case by case basis. |
Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | We are pet friendly and animals are permitted at the discretion of the Facility Manager. All pets must be well behaved and if the resident goes on holiday at any time the pet must be placed in pet accommodation for the period of holiday. |
Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | This is optional and is paid for by the resident. |
Wifi | Yes | Free wi-fi available to our residents and visiting families. |
Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | Each room has individual heating options to suit individual needs. |
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | As an organisation, our core business is Aged Care. We do however acknowledge that some of our referrals could be for people under the age of 65yrs. We will always consider this person on a case by case to ensure we can meet their needs. |
Lounges/seating areas | Yes | Each of our wings have their own lounges that are comfortable with lounge chairs and televisions. |
Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | |
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | Our registered nurses give the best possible care for those who are at end stage of life. |
Palliative Care Contract | Yes | Individual contracted by BOP DHB. |
Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | We can negotiate private daycare please don't hesitate to ask should you require it. |
Outings | Yes | Yes, we have regular trips out and about that are very popular with our residents. |
Whānau Room | Yes | Quiet room available for bookings. |
Residents Committee | Yes | Our residents have monthly meetings to give feedback and can make suggestions to improve any services, have input into activities programme and regularly give feedback on meals etc. |
Family Committee | Yes | Regular family meetings are held as required to keep family/whanau informed of resident's progress. |
Newsletter | Yes | We provide a bi-monthly newsletter for residents and families. |
Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | Our organisation has a policy for the management of challenging behaviour. All our staff receive training on this topic also. |
Confused Residents | Yes | At times some of our residents can become confused as part of their illness or just the aging process. Our staff are trained to manage this and take care of the residents during this phase of confusion. |
Smokers Room | No | We do not encourage smoking at our facility but we will provide an adequate outdoor area for any residents requesting it. |
Smoking Permitted | Yes | The Ultimate Care Group is a smoke-free facility. Smoking is permitted outside in a designated area. |
Updated: 19 Aug 2025 |
Special Features
Alden Oakland is centrally located in Thirteenth Avenue, Tauranga, close to shops, supermarkets, doctors, hospitals and churches. It is part of the Ultimate Care Group Ltd, a NZ owned and operated group of facilities. Ultimate Care Oakland prides itself on retaining a homely environment and personal touch with our residents and families. |
Updated: 19 Aug 2025 |
Interests & Activities
Activity programme, Big print books, Board games, Breakfast in bed, Church services, Concerts, Entertainment, Exercises, Games, Happy Hour, Housie, Indoor Games, Music, RSA, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Videos, Outings, BBQ, Bingo, Breakfast in bed, Canine friends, Children, Cooking, Electric beds, Internet, Minibus, Newspaper reading, Quizzes, Tai Chi |
Updated: 19 Aug 2025 |
Additional Information
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 | |
Details about meals | All meals are home-cooked, our menus are reviewed by a dietitian and nutritionist. | |
Visitor information | Open-ended visiting hours. | |
Associated Complexes | Our Facility offers Rest Home Care, Hospital Level Care, Respite Care, and Palliative Care. There is also an independent living Retirement Village on site. Alden Oakland operates under the governance of the Ultimate Care Group Ltd with 19 care facilities nation wide. | |
Updated: 29 Aug 2025 |
Languages Spoken
Language | Status | Details |
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English | Yes | |
Māori - Te Reo | Yes | |
Other Information | Yes | We can arrange a translator service should you require them. |
Updated: 28 Aug 2025 |
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
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Inter denominational | Yes | |
(Other comments) | Yes | Other Faiths can be sourced by the Facility to see if there's a local representation. |
Updated: 28 Aug 2025 |
Ethnic Diets
Ethnic Diet | Status | Details |
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Other | Yes | All dietary requirements can be catered for, including gluten free and dairy free. The menu can also be adapted to cater for various ethnicities and cultures. |
Updated: 28 Aug 2025 |
Distances
Location | Distance | Details |
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Public Transport | 0.50 Km | Buses leave from Fraser Street |
Shops | 0.50 Km | 11th Avenue, Countdown, Foodtown |
Mall | 1.00 Km | 11th Avenue Shopping centre, close to Fraser Cove |
Parks | 1.00 Km | Memorial Park, 11th Avenue |
Library | 2.00 Km | Tauranga Central Library |
Updated: 19 Aug 2025 |
Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
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Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | |
Updated: 19 Aug 2025 |
The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.
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