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Otumarama Rest Home
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Otumarama Rest Home
- Category
- Hospital Care
- Address
- 199 Nayland Road
Stoke
Nelson - DHB
- Nelson Marlborough
- Phone
- (03) 547 5659
- Fax
- (03) 547 5656
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Sharon Blackbeard - 03 5475659 Ext 8581
- Owner
- Oceania Healthcare - 0800 333 688
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Description
With its meandering tree-lined driveway and expansive gardens, it’s easy to see why Charles Rayner chose this location to build a home he could retire to in 1892. In a dramatic act of transformation, the original homestead was burned to the ground in the 1980s to make way for a hospital and home for the elderly.
The tree-lined drive and rose-filled gardens retain the charm of an earlier era, but once you step inside Otumarama, you’ll discover a boutique aged care home complete with spacious new Care Suites.
There’s plenty to do for those who are in the mood for recreation. We have a computer workstation, TV lounge and dining room. The activities programme includes crafts, games and quizzes, exercise groups, live music, church services, guest speakers and scenic excursions, just to mention a few.
Oceania’s award winning I Love Music programme makes it easy for you to enjoy the music you love anytime, anywhere. We help you reconnect with all your favourites, from big band to classical, by providing you with an mp3 player loaded with your own unique music playlist.
Tender Sunday roasts, hot fish and chips and scrummy homemade puddings… there’s a reason why the dining room is full before dinner! All of the above are regular features on our menu, which is packed with tasty family favourites you’d make at home. You’ll be sure to be up for second helpings!
Great care is what we do and we’ve got the accolades to prove it. Oceania’s won the supreme award from the New Zealand Aged Care Association 3 years in a row, so you can be sure you’re in good hands. When it comes to your care, you know what you like and don’t like - and we want to know too. Because everyone is different all of our residents get a personalised care plan, so from meals to medications, everything that’s important to you is covered. Otumarama provides rest home, hospital and end of life care and has choice from standard rooms to Care Suites, so no matter your needs or budget there are plenty of options.
Otumarama has a primary school on one side, an intermediate on the other and is opposite a high school. This means many of our residents have grandchildren and great grandchildren close by, making visiting easy. The suburb of Stoke is a very close knit community and friends and families are often within walking distance. There is a small shopping centre within very easy walking distance and a larger one just a little further away. It’s not uncommon for the administrator to take a wheelchair resident shopping and to the local library. Nelson Central is approximately a 7 minute drive away.
The tree-lined drive and rose-filled gardens retain the charm of an earlier era, but once you step inside Otumarama, you’ll discover a boutique aged care home complete with spacious new Care Suites.
There’s plenty to do for those who are in the mood for recreation. We have a computer workstation, TV lounge and dining room. The activities programme includes crafts, games and quizzes, exercise groups, live music, church services, guest speakers and scenic excursions, just to mention a few.
Oceania’s award winning I Love Music programme makes it easy for you to enjoy the music you love anytime, anywhere. We help you reconnect with all your favourites, from big band to classical, by providing you with an mp3 player loaded with your own unique music playlist.
Tender Sunday roasts, hot fish and chips and scrummy homemade puddings… there’s a reason why the dining room is full before dinner! All of the above are regular features on our menu, which is packed with tasty family favourites you’d make at home. You’ll be sure to be up for second helpings!
Great care is what we do and we’ve got the accolades to prove it. Oceania’s won the supreme award from the New Zealand Aged Care Association 3 years in a row, so you can be sure you’re in good hands. When it comes to your care, you know what you like and don’t like - and we want to know too. Because everyone is different all of our residents get a personalised care plan, so from meals to medications, everything that’s important to you is covered. Otumarama provides rest home, hospital and end of life care and has choice from standard rooms to Care Suites, so no matter your needs or budget there are plenty of options.
Otumarama has a primary school on one side, an intermediate on the other and is opposite a high school. This means many of our residents have grandchildren and great grandchildren close by, making visiting easy. The suburb of Stoke is a very close knit community and friends and families are often within walking distance. There is a small shopping centre within very easy walking distance and a larger one just a little further away. It’s not uncommon for the administrator to take a wheelchair resident shopping and to the local library. Nelson Central is approximately a 7 minute drive away.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
| Updated: 3 May 2018 | |
Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 12 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Otumarama has a selection of large, light rooms. We also have double rooms at both resthome and hospital level care to suit couples. Our carers are experienced and caring, with some having been with us for over 20 years.
The Facility is situated up a long tree lined driveway and has a "homely feel".We provide Hospital residential care for people under the age of 65. | |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Additional Room Costs | Some Rooms |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Updated: 21 Mar 2019 | |
Testimonials
| "Being prepared to arrange for dad to attend the Crusader's rugby game in Nelson was beyond the call of duty and very much appreciated by us all."
"My father's life quality, life expectancy and health and happiness has improved dramtically thanks to the stable environment, great nutrition and excellent staff interaction." "He gets treated as a person, not a number. Dad gets treated with respect, dignity and great care. Thank you!!!" |
| Updated: 3 May 2018 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | A Registered Nurse is on duty 24 hrs a day | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | We have many trained Healthcare Assistants who care for our residents. They are very passionate about what they do and how they do it. Our residents are cared for by people who genuinely care. | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | We have a qualified Physiotherapist who ensures that mobility is retained and often improved. She will put a program in place that best suits the needs of the resident individually. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Yes | Accessed as required through the Nelson Marlborough District Health Board. | |
| Social Worker (on site) | Negotiable | These are accessible through the local District Health Board. | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Colleen McCue is new to the Otumarama team and is passionate about providing social opportunities to our residents with in the facility as well as the community. Colleen also recognises the need to exercise every part of the body including the mind. | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | We also have a hairdressing salon. Petina is our hairdresser, she has been working at Otumarama since it has opened. Petina does a wonderful job pampering the residents. | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | Our podiatrist is contracted and visits every six weeks to ensure that residents podiatry needs are met. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Oceania Group has a contracted Dietitian, Jessica Bowden is available for clinical assessments and to monitor resident nutritional intake and weight stability. | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | ||
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | At Otumarama we have interdenominational services held regularly which caters for all residents spiritual needs. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | Maintenance, Administration, Laundry staff & Kitchen staff. We also have volunteers at Otumarama, one of our volunteers 'Bobbie' has been helping out at Otumarama for the last 5 years. | |
| Updated: 3 May 2018 | |||
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | All our nursing staff are fully trained in oxygen management and are assessed annually. |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | Our nursing staff have many years experience in caring for clients requiring palliative care. Our carers regularly participate in education from the Nelson Hospice Service. |
| Dialysis | No | Our local hospital have specialists who have visited the facility in the past |
| Wound Care | Yes | Specialist input is available as needed |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Specialist input is available as needed |
| Continence Advice | Yes | Residents undergo a 'continence assessment on admission and as required. Any additional advice is available through NMPH services. |
| Stomal Therapy | No | Specialist input is available as needed. Registered Nursing Staff are trained in stomal care and are aware of supports provided through the NMHB through referral if required. |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | The Facility Manager, Bev, has extensive rehabilitaion experience having worked in a Assessment, Treatment and Rehabilitation Centre for over 65's. |
| Tracheotomy Care | No | Available as required |
| Infection Control | Yes | We have regular Infection control meetings as part of our Quality control. The Infection control officer is the Clinical Nurse Manager Nicki Tilley. |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | |
| Psychiatric Care | Yes | This is accessed through Nelson Marlborough Health Board Mental Health Services. |
| Clinical Management | Yes | Ms Nicola Tilley, our Clinical Nurse Manager has many years nursing experience, Palliative Care, Critical Care Nursing, Cardiology Nursing, Medical Nursing and Surgical Nursing. Her key focus in her nursing career is working with Older Persons. |
| Updated: 3 May 2018 | ||
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | We welcome respite residents. Please enquire about our booking process. |
| Carer Support | Yes | |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | We at Otumarama realise that family members caring for loved ones at home some times need to book to ensure that an overseas holiday can be planned in advance. Carers can be safe in the knowledge that accommodation for their loved one is pre-booked. |
| Updated: 3 May 2018 | ||
Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | It is important that our residents feel that this is their home so they are encouraged to bring their special treasures to Otumarama. Safety is paramount therefore please check with the Manager Bev, so that the resident's environment remains safe. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | All of our rooms are large and have views of the gardens or courtyards through either large windows or patio doors. |
| Shared Rooms | Yes | We have some double rooms available. |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | Double rooms are available for couples. They are a good size for either a double bed or 2 singles. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | We have a black cat called Marmite and a grey cat called Gin. Gin was abandoned and has made Otumarama her home. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | By approval of manager in first instance. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | We provide the jackpoint, with the phone connection to be arranged and paid for by the resident/family. |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | While residents can adjust the heating in their room, all heaters do have thermostats to ensure a comfortable temperature all year round. |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | We have several residents under 65 years who live at Otumarama. We have activities that are aimed at a younger group of residents. |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | We have a large lounge and a small quiet lounge which is available at any time for residents use. |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Palliative Care Contract | Yes | We work closely with the Nelson Palliative care service. |
| Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | Although we do not have a subsidised daycare contract, we are able to provide carer support funded daycare if required. We provide daycare support for individuals at hospital level care. |
| Outings | Yes | We have an activities programme which includes regular outings. |
| Whanau Room | Yes | The room is referred to as the Common room and consists of television, DVD, computer, dining area and kitchenette for light refreshments. |
| Residents Committee | Yes | But would welcome a chair person |
| Newsletter | Yes | The Otumarama Gazette is published monthly and input from residents, staff and visitors is welcomed and appreciated. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | All of our staff are trained on how to manage behaviour that challenges us. Training is research based and conducted so that our staff feel prepared. |
| Confused Residents | Yes | Some of our residents do have have some degree of confusion, however this does not impact on theirs or other residents quality of life at Otumarama. |
| Rural Setting | No | Although not rural, we are down a long driveway with very quiet, private and beautiful grounds with courtyards. With a stream meandering alongside and trees ensuring bird song, there is a feel of country. |
| Smokers Room | Yes | We have a residents courtyard where smoking is allowed. There is no smoking inside the facility. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | In designated courtyard only. |
| Semi-Secure | Yes | |
| Updated: 3 May 2018 | ||
Special Features
| Otumarama is a facility which recognises the need to provide accommodation for people under the age of 65 - we have embraced the challenges this brings to ensure we meet the needs of younger adults. We have developed a Common Room which enables independence to be retained as well as facilitate free choice. The Common Room has a computer with Skype capabilities, a billiard table and a Wii gaming device. |
| Updated: 3 May 2018 |
Interests & Activities
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The activities programme includes crafts, games and quizzes, exercise groups, live music, church services, guest speakers and scenic excursions, just to mention a few. Community pets include two cats, canaries and a tropical fish tank.
There’s a weekly happy hour and special get-togethers are organized for annual celebrations, such as Easter, Mid-Winter and Christmas. |
| Updated: 3 May 2018 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Details about Meals | Rotating 6 weekly varied menu. Oceania has developed a summer and winter menu which is enjoyed by all residents. Residents are encouraged to dine in the dinning room as this is an opportunity for social interaction. Should a resident choose to dine in their room this is also acceptable. | |
| Staffing Qualifications and Details | 24 hour care, with RN on each shift + Care staff. Full Laundry and Kitchen facilities supplied. A Business & Care Manager who is a Registered Nurse with extensive AT&R experience. Clinical Leader, Administration & Activities Co-Ordinator Mon-Fri + Physiotherapist available regularly. | |
| Associated Complexes | We are part of the Oceania Group of care facilities. Our sister facilities are Whareama Specialist Senior Care, Green Gables Lifestyle Care & Village, Stoke Retirement Village and Woodlands Rest Home & Village, all in the Nelson region. | |
| What's included in your fees and what's not | Fees do not include: Podiatry for non diabetic residents, ear health care (syringe treatment), personal travel by shuttle or taxi unless to medical appointment, hairdressing, personal toiletries. | |
| Updated: 3 May 2018 | ||
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian | Yes | |
| Fijian Indian | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| German | No | . |
| Hindi | Yes | |
| Maori - Te Reo | Yes | |
| Samoan | Yes | |
| Shona | Yes | |
| Sri Lankan | Yes | |
| Updated: 3 May 2018 | ||
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | We have a minister who visits on request and holds a service on site on a weekly basis. |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | Mass is held onsite on a regular basis and a priest can visit on request. |
| Updated: 3 May 2018 | ||
Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | Bus route to town nearby | |
| Shops | Stoke shops are an easy 5 minute walk from the home. | |
| Mall | Stoke Mall is a 10 minute walk from Otumarama | |
| Parks | Broadgreen House and Gardens are a short walk away. | |
| Library | Public Library is at Stoke shopping center. Also books from the library are delivered to Otumarama. | |
| Updated: 3 May 2018 | ||
Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| CareerForce | Yes | |
| National Certificate in Community Support Services (Core Competencies) | Yes | |
| National Certificate in Community Support Services (Residential) | Yes | |
| National Certificate in Support of the Older Person (not available after Dec 2010) | Yes | |
| New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) | Yes | We are a member of the Aged Care Association and attend local meetings. |
| Rest Home MOH Audit Report Available. | Yes | Access through Ministry of Health web site. |
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| Updated: 3 May 2018 | ||
The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.
