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Malvina Major
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Malvina Major
- Category
- Hospital Care
- Address
- 134 Burma Road
Khandallah
Wellington 6037 - DHB
- Capital & Coast
- Phone
- (04) 478 3754
- Fax
- (04) 478 3753
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Lynne Peirse - (04) 478 3754
- Owner
- Ryman Healthcare
- Clinical Manager:
- Albie Calope
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Description
Named after the internationally acclaimed New Zealand soprano, Dame Malvina Major, the Malvina Major Retirement Village provides a full range of retirement lifestyle options along with the very best of resthome and hospital care from our friendly, caring staff.
Located on Burma Road in Khandallah, the village enjoys breathtaking views overlooking the Ngauranga Gorge and across the Wellington Harbour. The village also has three impressive internal Atriums, so residents can enjoy the ambience of a lush outdoor environment all year round.
The village features the latest designs in retirement living including Independent Apartments, Serviced Apartments and a Care Centre set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens.
The resort-style facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool and spa, library, bowling green, gymnasium, movie theatre, dining rooms, bars, lounges and even a hair and beauty salon! There is so much for residents to enjoy, along with many outings and events.
Living at Malvina Major Retirement Village isn't about slowing down, it's about having time to do so much more!
We welcome your call.
Located on Burma Road in Khandallah, the village enjoys breathtaking views overlooking the Ngauranga Gorge and across the Wellington Harbour. The village also has three impressive internal Atriums, so residents can enjoy the ambience of a lush outdoor environment all year round.
The village features the latest designs in retirement living including Independent Apartments, Serviced Apartments and a Care Centre set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens.
The resort-style facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool and spa, library, bowling green, gymnasium, movie theatre, dining rooms, bars, lounges and even a hair and beauty salon! There is so much for residents to enjoy, along with many outings and events.
Living at Malvina Major Retirement Village isn't about slowing down, it's about having time to do so much more!
We welcome your call.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| Additional Room Costs | Some Rooms |
| Updated: 8 Feb 2017 | |
Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 58 |
| Long term vacancy | Yes |
| Short term vacancy | Yes |
| Impending vacancy | Yes |
| Updated: 22 Sep 2017 | |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | Hosp 24 hr | |
| Physiotherapist | 40.00 | Yes | Physio plus assistant |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | In all areas | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | 6 days per week | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | Weekly visits | |
| Dietitian | Negotiable | ||
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | ||
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | ||
| Updated: 8 Feb 2017 | |||
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | We work closely with Mary Potter and Te Omanga who support us in providing this care. |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | Should a resident require this level of treatment our staff are trained in this type of intervention. |
| Oxygen Management | Yes | We have oxygen concnetrators available on site for the private use of hospital residents if this is their prescribed therapy. |
| Wound Care | Yes | Staff all skilled in current best practice in wound care and we are always keen to elicit expert advice or review as required. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Our staff are well trained in diabetic care and we are able to cater for diabetic diets. |
| Continence Advisor | Yes | Our staff are well trained in continence management and we also have the ability to access specialist review as required. |
| Infection Control | Yes | We have an Infection Prevention Nurse who overviews all our infection prevention processes and all staff are trained in infection prevention techniques. |
| Stomal Therapist | Yes | We are happy to access this service via the DHB as required. |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | We have a visiting physiotherapist who will assess each resident and develop an individualised physical programme as appropriate. |
| Gerontological Care | Yes | |
| Clinical Manager | Yes | Lynne Peirse is our Clinical Services Manager and oversees all the Nursing and care teams. She would be happy to speak with you about any requirements or clinical needs you may have. |
| Other Nursing Specialities | Yes | Our company has access to highly specialised nursing clinicans as required. |
| Other Post Graduate Specialities | Yes | |
| Updated: 8 Feb 2017 | ||
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | We provide Respite in our Hospital facilities pending Bed availability |
| Carer Support | Yes | We provide Care Support in our Hospital, Resthome and Serviced Apartment facilities pending availability |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | Advance Bookings can be taken but we have no allocated Respite-only and carer support-only beds. Admission depends on bed availability. |
| Updated: 8 Feb 2017 | ||
Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | Please feel welcome to contact Julian Graham the Village Manager to discuss your specific requirements at anytime. |
| Day Care | Yes | We offer private day care to residents, simply contact Julian for further information. |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | As above |
| Palliative Care Contract | Yes | As above |
| Whanau Room | Yes | We have a whanau room available that offers family and visitors the opportunity to have time out, make a cup of tea or coffee or make private phone calls. Simply ask our staff and we will always do our best to assist our families at anytime. |
| Rooms (Single) | Yes | All our rooms are single with ensuite. The rooms are beautifully proportioned and furnished with an electric bed, bedside cabinet and low boy as well as a wardrobe. There is a call bell beside the bed and ensuite |
| Rooms (Suit Couple) | Yes | We have a number of large rooms that could be used to accommodate a couple. Simply check with Julian to ascertain the availability of these rooms. |
| Ensuite | Yes | Yes every bedroom has its own ensuite with toilet, shower and handbasin. |
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | Every room is fully firnished, however should you wish to bring extra furniture for your bedroom please discuss this with Julian. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | We have Happy Hour every week. |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | Some of our residents do bring pets with them however please always discuss this with Julian prior to making these arrangements as we do need to ensure your pet will be able to settle in our environment. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | As above |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
| Maori Kaupapa | Yes | Please discuss this with Julian |
| Residents Committee | No | We hold meetings for residents every two months. All residents are invited to this meeting. |
| Family Committee | No | We hold relatives meetings twice a year. As well as this we always encourage family and friends to contact Julian direct and immediately if there is any issue of concern as we are committed to ensuring that we meet your expectations. |
| Newsletter | Yes | A newsletter is prepared and available every 4 months. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | As above |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | We have a large lounge available for our residents as well as a second lounge that is smaller and more intimate for residents looking for a quieter area to relax in. |
| Outings | Yes | We have vans and activity staff who will assist you to get out and about. |
| Rural Setting | Yes | The views from this facility are beautiful with delightful gardens that are full of colour and interest. |
| Semi-Secure | Yes | |
| Sprinklers | Yes | |
| Audit report available | Yes | |
| Updated: 8 Feb 2017 | ||
Interests & Activities
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Activity programmes in all areas of village,
Advocate attends village meetings regularly, Library, large library with big print books and regular deliveries of books from Wellington library. Games room with billard table and exercise equipment and internet connection. Canine friends visit, Bridge club meet weekly, Craft group weekly, Mens group & activities Chapel with services held weekly, Happy Hours in each area of village, Regular Outings in village vans Sky TV available in all areas Alzheimer's Society support group, Parkinson's Society support group. |
| Updated: 8 Feb 2017 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Details re Meals | Our exceptional kitchen staff and qualified chefs ensure that we are always tempted with scrumptious meals and wonderous delights! | |
| Staffing Details | Registered Nurses on duty 24 hours/day | |
| Associated Complexes | A member of the Ryman Healthcare Group | |
| Fees Details/Fees Do Not Include | Please enquire for more information | |
| Updated: 8 Feb 2017 | ||
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Afrikaans | Yes | |
| Cantonese | Yes | |
| Chinese | Yes | |
| Cook Island | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Ethiopian | Yes | |
| Fijian | Yes | |
| Fijian Indian | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Greek | Yes | |
| Gujarati | Yes | |
| Hindi | Yes | |
| Italian | Yes | |
| Japanese | Yes | |
| Khmer (Cambodian) | Yes | |
| Mandarin | Yes | |
| Nepali | Yes | |
| Rarotongan | Yes | |
| Samoan | Yes | |
| Tagalog | Yes | |
| Tokelauan | Yes | |
| Tongan | Yes | |
| Updated: 8 Feb 2017 | ||
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | |
| Baptist | Yes | |
| Inter denominational | Yes | |
| Methodist | Yes | |
| Presbyterian | Yes | |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | |
| Salvation Army | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | Yes | We respect all denominations |
| Updated: 8 Feb 2017 | ||
Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | Bus stop at front gate | |
| Shops | 2.00 km | Johnsonville or Khandallah |
| Mall | 2.00 km | Johnsonville |
| Parks | 2.00 km | Several |
| Library | 2.00 km | Johnsonville |
| Updated: 8 Feb 2017 | ||
Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| National Certificate in Community Support Services (Core Competencies) | Yes | |
| National Certificate in Community Support Services (Residential) | Yes | |
| New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) | Yes | |
| Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
| Rest Home MOH Audit Report Available. | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
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| Updated: 8 Feb 2017 | ||
Contact Eldernet
284 Keyes Road
New Brighton
Christchurch 8083
Postal Address
PO Box 18603
New Brighton
Christchurch 8641
