Alden Rose Court - Cedar Continuing Care WIng
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Soon
- Name
- Alden Rose Court
- Category
- Hospital
- Address
- 115A Rose St
Somerfield
Christchurch 8024 - Region
- Canterbury
- Phone
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- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Rachelle Fitzgerald - 03 337 2221
- Southern Villages Manager
- Andrew Lange - 027 215 8220
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 Ultimate Care Rose Court Brochure
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A warm and friendly welcome awaits you at Alden Rose Court. Our residents love being located in a quiet residential street, nestled amongst lovely homes and a caring neighbourhood.
We have a person-centre approach to all our residents at Rose Court and families are encouraged to participate in the care planning of their loved one.
Activities are tailored for our residents needs and for those looking for companionship and we have a close relationship with residents living at our sister facility, Alden Bishop Selwyn, just round the corner, so there’s a real sense of community as many residents already know each other.
We have a person-centre approach to all our residents at Rose Court and families are encouraged to participate in the care planning of their loved one.
Activities are tailored for our residents needs and for those looking for companionship and we have a close relationship with residents living at our sister facility, Alden Bishop Selwyn, just round the corner, so there’s a real sense of community as many residents already know each other.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
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| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 2 Mar 2021 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
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| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 28 |
| Vacancy | Soon |
| Impending vacancy | Yes |
| Short stay considered | Yes |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Yes from $10.00/day up to $35.00/day as at 05 Jun 2025 |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | No |
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Updated: 3 Jul 2025 |
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Testimonials
| "All dealings with staff have been friendly and polite, a great team". "The staff are always smiling and ready with a quick 'hello' as we pass them". They are friendly welcoming and responsive" "Kindness, respectful care, lovely staff, good meals, welcoming and lovely gardens". |
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Updated: 22 Mar 2021 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
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| Registered Nurse | Yes | We have a team of dedicated registered nurses who cover 24/7. Our registered nurses have a Clinical Services Manager who oversees the responsibility for all the nursing care given to our residents. | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | We have a team of dedicated caregivers who are committed to providing a homelike environment as well as providing a high quality of care when it is needed | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | We have a contracted physiotherapist who visits weekly. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Negotiable | We do not have an occupational therapist on site, however if we needed to have input a referral to the DHB, or private contractor can be made. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | We have a full time Diversional therapist who engages with our residents to get to know them individually. We recently received a continuous improvement rating at our Ministry of Health audit for our activities programme that meets the needs of all! | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Our activity co-ordinators are on site 5 days a 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. | |
| Hairdresser | 12 | Yes | Our hairdresser attends 2 days per week. |
| Podiatrist | Yes | We have a contracted podiatrist that visits six weekly. The podiatrist will also visit outside of this time frame for private consultations if required. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Our nutritious menus have all been approved by a registered dietitian. We have access to the dietitian at our DHB should we need to make a referral. | |
| Kaumatua | Negotiable | By request | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Negotiable | The Chaplain visits every week and can be arranged on an individual basis as required. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | We also have a committed team of experts at our National Support office, they are a National Clinical Coach, National Quality Manager and InterRAI manager as well as highly qualified senior managers to support our service delivery. | |
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Updated: 2 Mar 2022 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | If oxygen therapy is prescribed we have a team of staff who can manage your requirement. |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | We have a team of dedicated staff who will provide the best possible care for any of our residents who are at the end stage of life or require palliative care for a period of time. This end-stage of life care is overseen by our National Clinical Coach |
| Wound Care | Yes | Our team of registered nurses are skilled in managing wounds should they arise. Our National Clinical Coach is also our wound expert for the company who has regular input into wound care plans. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | We have trained staff who can manage any needs with regards to diabetic management. |
| Clinical Management | Yes | We have a full time clinical services manager who is well supported by our National Clinical Coach and the Wellington National Support team. |
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Updated: 2 Mar 2021 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
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| Respite | Yes | We offer respite services. Our respite service provides short-term breaks for the carers of a disabled person, while also providing a positive, stimulating and worthwhile experience and allows you the carer to also have a break. Please Note: Respite care is available however, some conditions may apply |
| Carer Support | Yes | If you are receiving carer support as a result of looking after someone and you would like a break, you can use choose short term residential care and pay for this out of the carer support subsidy you receive. |
| Subsidised | Yes | Yes, we provided subsidised services should you meet the requirements. |
| Private Paying | Yes | Yes, we provide private paying services. Contact us for details on private paying options if you do not meet the criteria for a government subsidy. |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | We are more than happy to work with you for booking in advance. Please contact us for more information and availabilities. |
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Updated: 2 Mar 2021 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
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| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | Residents are welcome to bring their own furniture with them (subject to space and safety constraints). |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Ensuite | Yes | |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | We have a regular Happy Hour. Residents are welcome to consume their own alcohol within reason. |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | A personal phone line can be arranged. Additional fees apply. |
| Wifi | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | 3 separate lounges. Seating outside in sheltered areas. Sunny conservatory. |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | |
| Outings | Yes | We have bus outings to visit points of interest as well as organised day outings throughout the year. |
| Whānau Room | Yes | |
| Residents Committee | Yes | We have residents meetings once every two months where issues can be discussed and suggestions can be made. Family members are welcome to attend these meetings. |
| Newsletter | Yes | |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | Our staff are trained to manage any challenging behaviour. We have an organisation policy that staff are audited against. |
| Confused Residents | Yes | At times some of our residents are confused. Our staff are trained to deal with confusion and support the resident. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | There is a covered area outside where smoking is permitted. |
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Updated: 2 Mar 2021 |
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Special Features
| Hands on management team with many years of experience in working with the elderly. We offer quality care in a relaxing, quiet, comfortable surrounds with a tranquil garden setting. |
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Updated: 2 Mar 2021 |
Interests & Activities
| Activity programme, BBQ, Big print books, Bingo, Board games, Bowls, Breakfast in bed, Craft, Dancing, Entertainers, Entertainment, Exercises, Games, Happy Hour, Minibus, Newspaper reading, Outings, Quizzes, Shopping, Videos |
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Updated: 2 Mar 2021 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | Please contact us for further details | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | Our staff go through an orientation programme and continue with on-going education. All our staff are committed to providing the best quality of care. | |
| Details about meals | All our meals are prepared onsite and include lovely home baking. Our main meal is served at midday with a lighter meal in the evening. We have a tray service if residents wish to eat in their rooms and visitors can stay for meals too if required. Daily home baking and dietician approved menus. We can cater for vegetarian, mulee, diabetic, gluten-free options. | |
| Associated Complexes | We also offer hospital-level care, respite care and palliative care services. Our facility operates under the governance of the Ultimate Care Group with 19 care facilities NZ wide. | |
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Updated: 2 Mar 2021 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
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| Chinese | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Hindi | Yes | |
| Indonesian | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | |
| Nepali | Yes | |
| Punjabi | Yes | |
| Other Information | Yes | We can arrange a translator service should you require them |
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Updated: 2 Mar 2021 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
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| Inter denominational | Yes | |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | No | Other Faiths can be sourced by the Facility to see if there's a local representation. |
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Updated: 2 Mar 2021 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
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| Public Transport | 0.05 Km | 'Orbiter' bus and main transport 'Red Bus'. |
| Shops | 0.20 Km | Dairy at corner of the street. |
| Mall | 1.00 Km | Barrington Mall. |
| Parks | 0.50 Km | Pioneer Park and Indoor Stadium. |
| Library | 1.00 Km | We have books delivered to the rest home and can order from the Speydon Library. |
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Updated: 2 Mar 2021 |
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Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
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| Care Association New Zealand | Yes | |
| Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | |
| Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
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Updated: 2 Mar 2021 |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.