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Summerset at Karaka

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Vacancy
Yes
Name
Summerset at Karaka
Category
Hospital
Address
49 Pararekau Road
Karaka
Auckland 2580
Postal Address
49 Pararekau Road
Karaka 2580
Region
Counties Manukau
Phone
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Email
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Web
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Facebook
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Personnel
Manager
Alastair Richards - 09 951 8901
Sales Manager
Sally Saunders - 09 950 4580
Care Centre Manager
Jeffrey Bulangit - 09 951 8903
Other services
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Summerset at Karaka offers round-the-clock hospital level care in our modern, purpose-built Care Centre (subject to availability).

Residents receive the best in clinical care, while enjoying the benefits of living in our vibrant, welcoming community.

Our hospital suites are comfortable and homely and our residents can expect to be looked after in a warm and caring way.

Our friendly, professional Care Centre staff are supervised by registered nurses, available on-site 24 hours a day.

To find out more, please call us on 0800 334 404 or request our free information pack by clicking on the button at the top of the screen.
Service/Facility Details
Service/Facility Details
DetailStatus
Contract with Te Whatu OraYes
CertificationYes
ORA Applies No
Updated: 15 Dec 2023
Bed and Vacancy Details
Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail Status
Approximate number of beds at this level of care 45
Vacancy Yes
All rooms are accredited to Resthome and Hospital level.
Impending vacancy Yes
Short stay considered Yes
Premium Accommodation Charges Yes from $53.00/day up to $85.00/day as at 14 Mar 2024
MOH Certification and Audit Report View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab)
Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 No
Updated: 19 Mar 2024
Personnel
Personnel
Type Hours Per Week Status Details
Registered Nurse Yes We have Registered Nurses on site 24/7
Enrolled Nurse No All of our Clinical team are fully Registered Nurses
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers Yes We have a full team of trained Caregivers who are onsite 24/7 Our Caregivers all work towards or have completed National certificates in Aged care
Physiotherapist Yes The Physiotherapist is onsite weekly. There may be a charge for this service depending on your health needs
Occupational Therapist Negotiable We are happy to facilitate a community referral
Diversional Therapist Yes Our qualified Diversional Therapist alongside our Recreational Therapist provide a quality activity programme 7 days per week
Activities Co-ordinator Yes Our Recreational Therapist provides a quality programme. She is currently studying for her Diversional Therapy qualification.
Hairdresser Yes We have a hairdresser on site 5 days per week - Mon - Fri
Podiatrist Yes Podiatrist visits are 6 weekly, there may be a charge for this service depending on your health needs
Dietitian Yes Dietician is available on call. There may be a charge for this service depending on your health needs
Kaumatua Negotiable We are happy to liaise with our local Marae
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor Yes We provide interdenominational church services monthly. Catholic Mass is also provided
Other Personnel Negotiable We are happy to discuss your personal requirements
Updated: 15 Dec 2023
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise Status Details
Oxygen Management Yes
Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management Yes
Bariatric (Care of the very overweight) Yes To be discussed with the Care Centre Manager
IV Antibiotic Capability Yes
Wound Care Yes
Diabetic Care Yes
Continence Advice Yes
Stomal Therapy Yes
Stroke Rehabilitation Yes We work with the Community Allied Health Team
ACC Rehabilitation Yes These contracts are person centred and individualised
Tracheotomy Care Yes To be discussed with the Care Centre Manager
Spinal Injuries Care Yes
Infection Control Yes
Surgical Followup Yes
Clinical Management Yes
Updated: 13 Dec 2023
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay Status Details
Respite Yes
High Care Needs Yes This is based on the assessment and our ability to provide this level of care
Subsidised Yes
Private Paying Yes
Booking can be made in advance Yes
Updated: 13 Dec 2023
Features
Features
Feature Status Details
May Bring Own Furniture Yes
Single Rooms Yes
Rooms suitable for a couple Yes In some cases, this is dependent on the size of the room chosen
Ensuite Yes
Pets In Residence Yes We welcome pets as visitors as long as they are well managed.
Phone Access In Own Room Yes We recommend you bring a cellphone.
Wifi Yes Wifi available in communal areas
Resident can adjust heating in own room Yes Dependent on the care suite/apartment chosen
Lounges/seating areas No We have a divine cafe in our village for all residents and their families
Cafe Yes
Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly Yes Everyone is welcome in our homes
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care Yes
Provide End of Life/Palliative Care Yes
Day Programme for day stay clients Yes
Outings Yes There are weekly bus outings. Residents take turns to go on outings so that everyone has an opportunity.
Whānau Room Yes We encourage families to use this room.
Māori Kaupapa Yes We have culturally appropriate services in care, we work in partnership with the whanau to ensure a person centred service for our māori residents.
Family Committee No We have regular family and friends meetings where residents' families are invited to attend. When a resident moves into Care, we send out a Move In Survey to their family to check everything went well & they got the info they needed. We send satisfaction surveys to resident's families as well for their views.
Policy for management of challenging behaviour Yes
Confused Residents Yes
Smoking Permitted Yes A designated smoking area will be provided for care residents by the Village Manager
Semi-Secure Yes We provide a safe and secure environment for our residents
Updated: 13 Dec 2023
Additional Information
Additional Information
Topic Details
What's included in your fees and what's not While most of the services we provide are included in your daily care fee such as meals and Caregiver assistance, you may require specialist or extra products or services. Additional services for which additional charges may be incurred, include but are not limited to services like Audiologists, Dentists, Hairdressers, Dry cleaning, Podiatry. Please speak to the Care Centre Manager if you have any questions.
Staffing qualifications and details Village Manager, Clinical Manager, Enrolled Nurse, Qualified Caregivers, Chef, Café Supervisor, Cafe Assistant, Office Manager, Activities Coordinator/Diversional Therapist, Property Officer, Property Assistant, Head Gardener,
Details about meals Summerset offers contemporary food menus prepared on site with wholesome, seasonal, fresh, locally grown produce.
Recreational opportunities Onsite Diversional and Recreational Therapists plan and deliver a range of therapeutic recreation programmes that take into account your personal preferences.
Internet access Wife is available in common areas
Transport We have a Summerset van and can arrange other transport as required.
Updated: 13 Dec 2023
Languages Spoken
Languages Spoken
Language Status Details
English Yes
Fijian Indian Yes
Filipino Yes
Hindi Yes
Punjabi Yes
Samoan Yes
Tagalog Yes
Updated: 15 Dec 2023
Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership RC Status Details
Approved provider of Professional Development and Recognition Programme Yes
National Certificate in Diversional Therapy Yes
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) Yes
Registered Retirement Village? Yes
Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) Yes
Other details No Toitu Carbon Zero Certified, Accredited Dementia Friendly Organisation, 2024 Readers Digest Quality Service Award winners, Diversity and Inclusion
Approved provider of Professional Development and Recognition Programme Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) Registered Retirement Village? Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA)
Updated: 13 Dec 2023

The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.