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Athenree Lifecare (Family Owned) - Hospital Wing
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- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Athenree Lifecare (Family Owned)
- Category
- Hospital Care
- Address
- 7 Marina Way
Athenree RD 1
BOP/Coromandel Peninsula 3177 - DHB
- Bay of Plenty
- Phone
- (07) 863 4169
- Fax
- (07) 863 5893
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Personnel
- Manager
- Wendy Ellerson - (07) 863 4169
- Owner
- Steven & Hazel Wallace - (07) 863 4169
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Description
Athenree Lifecare is now under new private ownership. The family owned rest home, hospital and dementia care facility provides 24 hour care for those who can no longer manage safely on their own.
We also provide respite care, palliative care and an activities based day care programme.
Five minutes off SHW2 between Katikati and Waihi, our unique location positions us between the BOP and Waikato/Coromandel Peninsula regions, and allows referrals from both the BOP and Waikato District Health Boards.
Situated on the waters edge of the Shelly Bay Estuary, our residents have stunning views of the water, native flora and fauna.
Healthy, nutritious meals approved by a dietitian are prepared by our professional chef Sarah, and residents feedback is sought daily from Sarah and her kitchen staff.
A full activities programme that changes weekly is organised by our Activities Coordinators Janet and Catherine. Visiting family and friends are always encouraged to participate in activities.
We welcome your enquiries and look forward to seeing you soon :)
Steven & Hazel Wallace (owners)
We also provide respite care, palliative care and an activities based day care programme.
Five minutes off SHW2 between Katikati and Waihi, our unique location positions us between the BOP and Waikato/Coromandel Peninsula regions, and allows referrals from both the BOP and Waikato District Health Boards.
Situated on the waters edge of the Shelly Bay Estuary, our residents have stunning views of the water, native flora and fauna.
Healthy, nutritious meals approved by a dietitian are prepared by our professional chef Sarah, and residents feedback is sought daily from Sarah and her kitchen staff.
A full activities programme that changes weekly is organised by our Activities Coordinators Janet and Catherine. Visiting family and friends are always encouraged to participate in activities.
We welcome your enquiries and look forward to seeing you soon :)
Steven & Hazel Wallace (owners)
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| Updated: 21 Sep 2016 | |
Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 15 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Impending vacancy | Yes |
| Additional Room Costs | Some Rooms |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Updated: 18 Jan 2019 | |
Testimonials
| * "To all the staff thank you for taking great care of our Mum. A special thanks to Kayleen for treating our Mum like she was a member of her own family; you are a very special lady and forever etched in our hearts.
You are all special staff and fantastic care givers and RN's, we want to thank you all from the office to the kitchen staff." Love the Gardner Family, June 8, 2017 * "Athenree is fantastic. You all do an amazing job. Meals are bloody good and the nurses and care givers are special. Athenree is a happy home and it has been much more professional over the last year." John (residents husband) May 1, 2017 * "Dear Steven & Hazel, Thankyou very much for the beautiful bouquet of flowers you sent me, I was so touched. The staff at Athenree did a wonderful job caring for Don when I could no longer cope and Im very greatful for that." Margaret (residents wife) April 4, 2017 *You all do a wonderful job at Athenree. There has been a great improvement in general over the last year, keep it up." Dr H Bouman (Waihi Beach Medical Centre) March 19, 2017 |
| Updated: 12 Jun 2017 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | 24 hour coverage for hospital, rest home and dementia care. | |
| Enrolled Nurse | Yes | ||
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | Our care staff complete a comprehensive training programme for aged care and dementia care. | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | We have access to physiotherapists through Waihi Beach Physiotherapist. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | We have a Diversional Therapist who works with our Activites Coordinator. | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Our Activities Coordinator provides a full and interesting program throughout the week. | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | Our Hair dresser/Stylist comes in regularly.She is able to cut, die, blow wave and wash our residents hair. | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | We have a podiatrist who visits our home every month or we are able to organise appointments. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Our menus are reviewed and approved by a dietician. We provide a changing summer and winter menu; and vegetarian or gluten free meals can be prepared on request. | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | ||
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | We have regular services performed by the local Minister. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | Our Facility Manager is a Registered Nurse with many years of experience. | |
| Updated: 21 Sep 2016 | |||
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | We have access to oxygen and oxygen concentrators as required. |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | Our Facility Manager and Registered Nurses have experience in Nasogastric and Gastronomy management. |
| Bariatric (Care of the very overweight) | Yes | We have specialized equipment for this type of care |
| Palliative Care (Contracted) | Yes | Our staff are experienced in Palliative care and receive regular training. We are closely supported by Waipuna hospice. |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | Our staff are experienced in Palliative care and receive regular training. We are closely supported by Waipuna hospice. |
| Wound Care | Yes | Registered Nurses are competent in wound care. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Registered Nurses are competent in diabetic care. |
| Continence Advice | Yes | Personal doctors and specialists are available if required. Access to continence advisor for specialist training. |
| Stomal Therapy | No | As required our local district nurse is a stoma therapist. |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | Have consultations with stroke nurse and specialists at Tauranga Hospital when required. |
| Tracheotomy Care | Yes | On call as required, all Registered Nurses have knowledge and experience. |
| Infection Control | Yes | Infection control officer are our Registered Nurses. All staff attend regular infection control training and updates. Regular meetings. Attendance at conferences. |
| Psychiatric Care | Yes | We partner with Mental Health Service for Older people. at Tauranga Hospital (MHBOP). The psychiatrist visits monthly and as required. |
| Community Health | Yes | |
| Other Specialties | Yes | Our Nursing staff have a wide range of skills and experience which complement each other, we have many years of clinical experience and knowledge in our nursing team. |
| Updated: 15 Oct 2017 | ||
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | Respite care is welcome. |
| Carer Support | Yes | We support our community through day care and respite care. This allows family to have a refreshing holiday from caring for their loved one. |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | No | Enquires about advanced booking are welcomed |
| Updated: 21 Sep 2016 | ||
Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | We encourage residents and families to bring their own furniture with them. However all rooms will be fully furnished if needed. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Shared Rooms | Yes | We have one shared room, suitable for a couple. |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | We have one shared room, suitable for a couple. |
| Ensuite | Yes | WE have a number of ensuite rooms available. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | We have 2 resident cats. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | Negotiation encouraged to bring your own pet. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Can be arranged. |
| Wifi | Yes | We have WIFI available for residents and guests. |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | No | We have heaters available and residents can bring their own form of extra heating. |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | We have a contract with the BOP District Health Board to provide care for people under 65. |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | |
| Female residents only | No | We provide care for both male and female residents. |
| Male residents only | No | We provide care for both male and female residents. |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Palliative Care Contract | Yes | We are able to provide palliative Care. |
| Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | We offer an activity based day care programme and a soon to be introduced dementia night care programme that caters for families struggling to cope with a member suffering from dementia. |
| Outings | Yes | We have regular shopping trips into Kaitkati, our activities coordinator takes regular outings around the local area; to the local hot pools for example and also have regular outings to the Waihi Beach RSA for lunch. |
| Maori Kaupapa | Yes | Closely linked to Otawhiwhi Marae, whanau most welcome. |
| Residents Committee | Yes | We have a residents meeting 3 times per month. |
| Family Committee | Yes | We have a family meeting 3 times per month. |
| Newsletter | Yes | We have a newsletter that is circulated twice a month. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | Our dementia trained staff work closely with the resident, family and medical staff to reduce anxiety and to sensitively manage challenging behaviours. |
| Confused Residents | Yes | Our dementia trained staff gently guide confused residents throughout the day and night. |
| Rural Setting | Yes | We are on the edge of the beautiful Shelly Bay Estuary with exquisite water views. |
| Smokers Room | No | Smoking outside. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Outside for residents only. |
| Semi-Secure | Yes | Our dementia wing is the only secured part of the facility. |
| Updated: 21 Sep 2016 | ||
Special Features
| Athenree Lifecare is a unique family owned and oriented facility with breath-taking views of the Shelly Bay Estuary.
Having simple access to the Athenree Hot Pools, Waihi Beach, Bowen Town park, shops and wildlife viewing are just a few of the benefits of our location. Our dementia wing and purpose built garden is also highly regarded by the residents and visitors. |
| Updated: 21 Sep 2016 |
Interests & Activities
|
We have an activity program that is changed weekly and approved by a Diversional Therapist and implemented by our Activities Coordinator.
We are able to access the Alzheimer's Society for anybody that is interested or looking for a support group. Art classes available. We have regular BBQ's through the summer months. We have books available and have access to the local libraries. We have weekly bingo/housie. We are able to acess the Blind Foundation for anybody requiring this service. Board games are available. Indoor bowls within the home can be played and occasionaly go to other homes for inter-resthome bowls competions. Breakfast in bed is an option that can be offered at Athenree Lifecare. Canine friends are something that can be negotiated at Athenree Lifecare. We have several residents cats, and a bird called Manu. We have regular SAYGO. Children are welcome in the home as visitors. We occasionally have talent quests performed by children, or visiting children groups within the home like brownies or kindergarden groups. We don't have a church attached to our facility but we have a monthly communion service. We endeavour to organise transport to church services for those that wish this. Concerts - through November/December we have concerts put on by different organisations. Through this coming year we hope to have different groups come in regularly to perform. Cooking and crafts are a regular activity. Any one interested in flower arranging is encouraged to help with arranging flowers around the home. We have a skype, face time email or other internet services available for anyone wanting to keep up with family and friends. We have a large area outside with gardens for walks. Happy hour occurs regularly without fail. Massages are offered through our diversional therapy program along with foot spa's. Athenree Lifecare has a van which is used regularly to take residents on outings. Movie viewings can be arranged. |
| Updated: 11 Apr 2017 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Details about Meals | ||
| What's included in your fees and what's not | . | |
| Updated: 21 Sep 2016 | ||
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| English | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | |
| Maori - Te Reo | Yes | |
| Updated: 11 Apr 2017 | ||
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Inter denominational | Yes | |
| Updated: 21 Sep 2016 | ||
Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 15.00 km | Bus available in Katikati |
| Shops | 8.00 km | Located in Waihi Beach. |
| Mall | 15.00 km | Located in Katikati. |
| Parks | 0.00 km | Facility has a park next door. |
| Library | 8.00 km | Located in Waihi Baech |
| Updated: 21 Sep 2016 | ||
Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Care Association New Zealand | Yes | |
| CareerForce | Yes | . |
| Home and Community Health Association | Yes | |
| Home and Community Support Sector Standards (Standards NZ) | Yes | |
| National Certificate in Diversional Therapy | Yes | Currently being completed by our diversional therapist. |
| New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) | Yes | |
| Rest Home MOH Audit Report Available. | Yes | |
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| Updated: 21 Sep 2016 | ||
The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.
