Whitianga Continuing Care
At a glance
- Vacancy
- No
- Name
- Whitianga Continuing Care
- Category
- Hospital Care
- Address
- 6 Halligan Road
Whitianga
Whitianga 3510 - Postal Address
- PO Box 402
Whitianga 3542 - DHB
- Waikato
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- Fax
- View Fax Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Catherine Larsen - 021 220 8441
- Owner
- Oceania Group - 0800 333 688
- Clinical Manager
- Keri Brierley - 021 821710
Other services
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Whitianga rest home is known for its beautiful, waterfront location and warm community atmosphere. It’s a place where residents and their families can feel at home and rely on staff for a kind and thoughtful approach. Whether you enjoy socialising or quiet time, how you spend your day is up to you. Find a friend and join in the day’s activities or relax in one of our many cosy nooks.
We don’t have visiting hours because we know it’s important you stay connected to your community. It’s home, so friends and family can join you anytime for a cuppa and a catch up.
Our fantastic activities programme has something for everyone, with exercise initiatives like ‘Upright & Active’ helping residents to improve their strength and mobility and regular visits from schools and local groups to ensure residents remain connected to their community.
Living in the heart of the Coromandel certainly has its benefits, as our van trips are like no other! Enjoy fish and chips on Hot Water Beach, take a walk around the Whitianga Waterways or dip your feet in the sea at Hahei – there’s an exciting new destination every week to explore.
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 want second helpings.
Great care is what we do, and we’ve got the accolades to prove it. You can be sure you’re in good hands. Oceania has won the Supreme Care Award from the NZ Aged Care Association 3 years in a row. 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 where from meals to medications, everything that’s important to you is covered. We’ve got a variety of different rooms, so no matter your needs or budget, there are plenty of options.
With the beach on your doorstep, simply cross the road for a walk along the shore. The town centre is close by, so it couldn’t be easier to catch up with friends and family for coffee or browse the local shops.
We don’t have visiting hours because we know it’s important you stay connected to your community. It’s home, so friends and family can join you anytime for a cuppa and a catch up.
Our fantastic activities programme has something for everyone, with exercise initiatives like ‘Upright & Active’ helping residents to improve their strength and mobility and regular visits from schools and local groups to ensure residents remain connected to their community.
Living in the heart of the Coromandel certainly has its benefits, as our van trips are like no other! Enjoy fish and chips on Hot Water Beach, take a walk around the Whitianga Waterways or dip your feet in the sea at Hahei – there’s an exciting new destination every week to explore.
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 want second helpings.
Great care is what we do, and we’ve got the accolades to prove it. You can be sure you’re in good hands. Oceania has won the Supreme Care Award from the NZ Aged Care Association 3 years in a row. 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 where from meals to medications, everything that’s important to you is covered. We’ve got a variety of different rooms, so no matter your needs or budget, there are plenty of options.
With the beach on your doorstep, simply cross the road for a walk along the shore. The town centre is close by, so it couldn’t be easier to catch up with friends and family for coffee or browse the local shops.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
| Updated: 12 May 2021 | |
Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 26 |
| Vacancy | No |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Premium Room Charges | Some Rooms as at 20 Apr 2022 |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | Yes |
| Updated: 27 May 2022 | |
Testimonials
| "To all the kind staff at Continuing Care for looking after me when I visited. I'll never forget the experience, it was good for my inner being, as I feel a lot better than when I arrived. Thank you for all the good deeds performed, following in the footsteps of Florence Nightingale. God Bless you all!" "Thank you is only two words and they say alot, but thank you is not enough to say, for the 12 amazing years you all have on loving care for Mum. Thank you for being there through the tough times and happy, you all were there for me and without you all I may have given up, but then Mum never gave up. Thank you for all your understanding and wisdom." "Thank you for your care and compassion, always treating our mother with the utmost respect so she could hold on to her dignity. You made her stay in the hospital more like living at home with family. Thank you just doesn't cut it!" "could not wish to be anywhere but here" "I think I'm very well cared for and looked after" "I feel so fortunate to be here - staff are great and there's always a happy atmsophere" |
| Updated: 12 May 2021 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | 24 hours, seven days per week | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
| Physiotherapist | Yes | Local physiotherapist can visit as required. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Negotiable | Available as required. | |
| Social Worker (on site) | Negotiable | We access the services where appropriate of the WDHB Social Worker. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | See Activities Co-ordinator | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | 40 | Yes | Our activities program is staffed 5 days per week with something for everyone. |
| Hairdresser | Yes | Salon on site. Hairdresser in once or twice weekly as required. | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | We have a podiatrist that visits regulary for residents to access. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Oceania's dietian is available to consult and visits regulary. | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | ||
| Kaumatua | Yes | As required | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Weekly services held on site for residents by local churches. Pastors / Chaplains visit regulary and on request. | |
| Other Personnel | Negotiable | Please ask for any individual requests and we will endeavour to assist. | |
| Updated: 12 May 2021 | |||
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | |
| Palliative Care (Contracted) | Yes | |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Wound Care | Yes | |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | |
| Continence Advice | Yes | |
| Infection Control | Yes | |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | |
| Primary Rural Health Care | Yes | |
| Community Health | Yes | |
| Clinical Management | Yes | |
| Updated: 12 May 2021 | ||
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | |
| Carer Support | Yes | |
| Other Short Stay Programme | Yes | |
| High Care Needs | Yes | |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | Please phone to enquire. |
| Updated: 12 May 2021 | ||
Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | One. We also have rooms adjoining or adjacent to each other. |
| Connecting Rooms | Yes | |
| Ensuite | Yes | |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | We have a facility cat, aviary with birds. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | Please discuss with facility manager. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | |
| Wifi | Yes | |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | |
| Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Palliative Care Contract | Yes | |
| Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | |
| Outings | Yes | Frequently - Facility Van with wheelchair hoist |
| Whanau Room | Yes | |
| Residents Committee | Yes | Resident and family meetings are held bi-monthly |
| Family Committee | Yes | Resident and family meetings are held bi-monthly |
| Newsletter | Yes | Every second month. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Rural Setting | No | We go one better by being situated directly opposite the beach! |
| Smokers Room | No | Smoking area outside. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Non smoking environment but outside area available. |
| Updated: 12 May 2021 | ||
Special Features
| At Oceania, we believe looking after your happiness is just as important as looking after your health. This mean providing a wide range of different activities and outings, preparing good food for you to enjoy and offering fun and friendship. We have a fantastic location with sea views and directly across from the beach. |
| Updated: 12 May 2021 |
Interests & Activities
| Activity programme, Age Concern, Alzheimer's Society, Art, Arthritis society, BBQ, Big print books, Bingo, Board games, Breakfast in bed, Care and Craft, Church, Concerts, Electric beds, Entertainers, Flower arranging, Games, Garden, Exercises, Golden Girls Entertainment, Golf, Housie, Library, Mah Jong, Movies, Newspaper reading, Organ, Parties, Petanque, Quizzes, Religious services, Senior Citizens, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Gardening |
| Updated: 12 May 2021 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | Please contact management for details on what fees do and do not cover. | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | 24 hour Registered Nurse cover and trained care and support staff. 24 hour access to qualified emergency medical assistance. | |
| Details about meals | Home cooked, nutritious food with tailored menus for those with speical dietary needs. Meals choices change regularly. | |
| Visitor information | Current hours 10am to 7pm. Outside of these by arrangement. | |
| Internet access | Yes - free Wi-Fi | |
| Associated Complexes | We are a part of the Oceania Group of care facilities. | |
| Updated: 12 May 2021 | ||
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cantonese | Yes | |
| Dutch | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| German | Yes | |
| Hindi | Yes | |
| Updated: 12 May 2021 | ||
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | |
| Baptist | Yes | |
| Denominations/Faiths represented | Yes | |
| Inter denominational | Yes | |
| Presbyterian | Yes | |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | Yes | We hold some serivces on site and are able to take residents to special services if requested. |
| Updated: 12 May 2021 | ||
Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | Taxi Service Available | |
| Shops | 1.00 Km | |
| Parks | 0.80 Km | We are across the road from the beach, you can hear and see the waves from our dining rooma and lounge. There is a park a short walk away. |
| Library | 1.50 Km | Facility Vehicle also visits weekly. |
| Updated: 12 May 2021 | ||
Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Approved provider of Professional Development and Recognition Programme | Yes | |
| Care Association New Zealand | Yes | |
| New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) | Yes | |
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| Updated: 12 May 2021 | ||
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