Millvale Lodge Lindale - Dementia Care NZ
At a glance
- Vacancy
- No
- Name
- Millvale Lodge Lindale - Dementia Care NZ
- Category
- Psychogeriatric
- Address
- 91 Main Road North (Note: follow bypass to the Lindale Centre) , Lindale
Otaihanga
Paraparaumu 5036 - Postal Address
- PO Box 394
Waikanae 5250 - Region
- Wellington
- Phone
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- Web
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- Social Media
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- Manager
- Rhea Abordonado - 042970059
- Clinical Manager
- Paula Abordonado
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Millvale Lodge Lindale is a purpose-built aged care facility in a country environment.
Millvale Lodge Lindale is divided into three small homes. Each home is completely self-contained, so that the residents experience a small cosy home with a calm supportive atmosphere. Residents are encouraged to take part in the running of their home if they wish, as continuing with their accustomed roles has been found to assist people in maintaining a sense of purpose and value.
Millvale Lodge Lindale is a unique place for people to come: a place where there is some freedom, space to maintain fitness, see the stars and the trees, interact with animals and create a sense of home.
The design maximises indoor-outdoor flow, with residents free to wander safely through the park-like surroundings without feeling confined. There are farm animals in the neighbouring paddocks, fruit trees, and a vegetable garden which residents are encouraged to help tend. The emphasis is on taking part in the normal activities of everyday life.
A sheltered picnic spot, accessed by a wheelchair-accessible pathway, will provide a safe destination for afternoon tea, or a walk with a visiting family dog.
The nature of the environment is soothing, peaceful and enjoyable for residents and their visitors.
At Millvale Lodge, the country environment and large grounds extend the opportunities open to us to give each person their greatest chance of being physically healthy and emotionally the best they can be.
Millvale Lodge provides rest home care, dementia rest home care, psychogeriatric care and general hospital (continuing) care. Each of the three small homes comprises private bedrooms, some with ensuites, together with our hallmark homely lounge, dining area and kitchenette.
Ngā matawhānui – Our vision
To accept all people with kindness and love. To provide peace, comfort and joy. To be proactive, innovative and courageous. To enrich each person, the community and the world.
Kia tomo mai ngā tangata katoa i runga i te atawhai me te aroha. Kia whakaratongia te maungārongo, te āhurutanga me te koa. Kia taunakitia te auahatanga me te kaha. Hei whakangakohia te tangata, te hāpori me te ao hoki.
Ngā uara – Our values
We strive to achieve this vision by working with openness, honesty, integrity and passion.
Mā te whakarīrā o te matawhānui nei ka tutuki. Ma te tautika, ma te ngākau pono, ma te ngākau tapatahi, ma te ngakau whiwhita hoki ka tāea.
THE WORK WE DO
We establish trusting relationships based on respect and acceptance
We encourage people’s participation in companionship-based care in their small homes
We are privileged to accompany people as they journey towards the end of their life
We welcome family/whanau and the wider community as integral to people’s lives
We promote inclusion and the rights and values of each person
We celebrate unity in diversity
Kia whakapūmautia e mātau i te whai tikanga o te whanaungatanga, kia pono, kia tapeke hoki i ngā tangata katoa.
Kia whakahauhau mātou i te whai wāhitanga a te tāngata.
Kia tiaki ā-hoa i o rātau kāinga iti.
Kia whakamana ai mātou i a rātou, ā, ka hikoi ai mātou hoki hei hoa haere ki te wā ka whakawhiti atu ki tūa o te arai.
Kia whai tikanga te āheitanga o te whānau me te hāpori hoki.
kia tomo mai ki te tautoko nei i tō whānau.
Kia whakatuarā mātou i te kotahitanga me ngā uara hoki o te mana o ia tangata.
Kia whakanui hoki mātau i te kotahitanga ahakoa ngā rerekētanga.
Dementia Care New Zealand is one of New Zealand’s highly regarded aged care providers.
We provide a full range of residential care including general rest home care, dementia rest home care, general hospital level care, and dementia hospital level care. At many of our facilities, a full continuum of care is available.
We specialise in person-centred care for people who live with dementia. This is the work we have passionately chosen to do.
We care for people in small, cosy homes with a loving, warm and homely atmosphere where each person is supported to experience each moment richly. Our small homes concept means that people with dementia experience life in a less clinical and more normalised, familiar way. Small homes that inter connect, also bring a sense of ‘community’ for a person with dementia.
We offer 24 hour Registered Nurse coverage to all of our residents at Millvale Lodge Lindale.
Millvale Lodge Lindale is a purpose-built aged care facility in a country environment.
Millvale Lodge Lindale is divided into three small homes. Each home is completely self-contained, so that the residents experience a small cosy home with a calm supportive atmosphere. Residents are encouraged to take part in the running of their home if they wish, as continuing with their accustomed roles has been found to assist people in maintaining a sense of purpose and value.
Millvale Lodge Lindale is a unique place for people to come: a place where there is some freedom, space to maintain fitness, see the stars and the trees, interact with animals and create a sense of home.
The design maximises indoor-outdoor flow, with residents free to wander safely through the park-like surroundings without feeling confined. There are farm animals in the neighbouring paddocks, fruit trees, and a vegetable garden which residents are encouraged to help tend. The emphasis is on taking part in the normal activities of everyday life.
A sheltered picnic spot, accessed by a wheelchair-accessible pathway, will provide a safe destination for afternoon tea, or a walk with a visiting family dog.
The nature of the environment is soothing, peaceful and enjoyable for residents and their visitors.
At Millvale Lodge, the country environment and large grounds extend the opportunities open to us to give each person their greatest chance of being physically healthy and emotionally the best they can be.
Millvale Lodge provides rest home care, dementia rest home care, psychogeriatric care and general hospital (continuing) care. Each of the three small homes comprises private bedrooms, some with ensuites, together with our hallmark homely lounge, dining area and kitchenette.
Ngā matawhānui – Our vision
To accept all people with kindness and love. To provide peace, comfort and joy. To be proactive, innovative and courageous. To enrich each person, the community and the world.
Kia tomo mai ngā tangata katoa i runga i te atawhai me te aroha. Kia whakaratongia te maungārongo, te āhurutanga me te koa. Kia taunakitia te auahatanga me te kaha. Hei whakangakohia te tangata, te hāpori me te ao hoki.
Ngā uara – Our values
We strive to achieve this vision by working with openness, honesty, integrity and passion.
Mā te whakarīrā o te matawhānui nei ka tutuki. Ma te tautika, ma te ngākau pono, ma te ngākau tapatahi, ma te ngakau whiwhita hoki ka tāea.
THE WORK WE DO
We establish trusting relationships based on respect and acceptance
We encourage people’s participation in companionship-based care in their small homes
We are privileged to accompany people as they journey towards the end of their life
We welcome family/whanau and the wider community as integral to people’s lives
We promote inclusion and the rights and values of each person
We celebrate unity in diversity
Kia whakapūmautia e mātau i te whai tikanga o te whanaungatanga, kia pono, kia tapeke hoki i ngā tangata katoa.
Kia whakahauhau mātou i te whai wāhitanga a te tāngata.
Kia tiaki ā-hoa i o rātau kāinga iti.
Kia whakamana ai mātou i a rātou, ā, ka hikoi ai mātou hoki hei hoa haere ki te wā ka whakawhiti atu ki tūa o te arai.
Kia whai tikanga te āheitanga o te whānau me te hāpori hoki.
kia tomo mai ki te tautoko nei i tō whānau.
Kia whakatuarā mātou i te kotahitanga me ngā uara hoki o te mana o ia tangata.
Kia whakanui hoki mātau i te kotahitanga ahakoa ngā rerekētanga.
Dementia Care New Zealand is one of New Zealand’s highly regarded aged care providers.
We provide a full range of residential care including general rest home care, dementia rest home care, general hospital level care, and dementia hospital level care. At many of our facilities, a full continuum of care is available.
We specialise in person-centred care for people who live with dementia. This is the work we have passionately chosen to do.
We care for people in small, cosy homes with a loving, warm and homely atmosphere where each person is supported to experience each moment richly. Our small homes concept means that people with dementia experience life in a less clinical and more normalised, familiar way. Small homes that inter connect, also bring a sense of ‘community’ for a person with dementia.
We offer 24 hour Registered Nurse coverage to all of our residents at Millvale Lodge Lindale.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 14 Jan 2020 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 14 |
| Vacancy | No |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Short stay considered | No |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Yes as at 03 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 | Please enquire |
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Updated: 2 Jul 2025 |
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Testimonials
| My name is John and my wife’s name is Maryla. We have been together for just over 50 years and married for 48 of those years. A few years ago Maryla developed Alzheimers and she deteriorated relatively quickly. It became increasingly harder to look after her at home. The time came when she needed to be admitted to a rest home. I did what research I could asking doctors, friends and people I knew who had friends or family members in the same situation. I came to the conclusion that if at all possible Millvale Lodge Lindale would be the best place for Maryla. I went to Millvale to meet some of the staff and looked at the facilities. I was very impressed. There was a vacancy so Maryla was eventually taken in as a resident. This turned out to be so fortunate for both of us. She has now been a resident there for almost a year and right from the start she became settled very quickly thanks to the wonderful staff. The rooms are very comfortable and the whole place is well laid out and very comfortable for Maryla to live in. But the most important thing about Millvale is the staff. They are all absolutely amazing. They are all so caring and capable and they make Millvale the best possible place for my partner. It was so hard letting someone else take care of her after being together so long. They genuinely care for Maryla in so many ways that go above and beyond just simple nursing care. Mayla is taken for walks and rides to different places. There is entertainment and activities if she wants to enjoy them. Maryla is always nicely dressed and even her make up and hair are done. I visit her every day and every single day she tells me how happy she is and how lovely the staff are and how well they look after her. Not only do they care about Maryla they are always asking me how I am coping with life as it is for us now. I am contacted immediately if there is any incident or change in Maryla. They always keep me informed of her medical requirements and discuss any changes that need to be made. The staff at Millvale have created a loving, caring and safe environment for all the residents who live there. To just say thank you to them for how they have looked after both of us seems so inadequate. Maryla and I will always be so grateful for everything that you do. Thank you. John Button 9th March 2019 Hi Vicky My Dad Patrick (Pat) O'Connor passed away at Millvale Lodge, Lindale September 3rd. I spoke to Rhea and Roxanne about what we as a family could do for the staff and they said that a letter to you and to the staff would be much appreciated. Dad moved to Millvale in April 2014 so was one of the original residents shortly after it opened. Words cannot express our appreciation at how well Dad was looked after for over 3 years. He was treated like family by the staff to the point they all called him 'Daddy'. Dad was made as comfortable as possible during his final days and Kathryn, Gavin and I were made to feel very welcome. There are too many names to mention individually but I would like to say a special thanks to Irish who was the nurse on duty when Dad passed. For me personally, Millvale became a bit like a second home. I will miss all the friendly smiles of your staff. They are a great credit to your organisation. King regards Janine Thomson Hi Vicky My Dad Patrick (Pat) O'Connor passed away at Millvale Lodge, Lindale September 3rd. I spoke to Rhea and Roxanne about what we as a family could do for the staff and they said that a letter to you and to the staff would be much appreciated. Dad moved to Millvale in April 2014 so was one of the original residents shortly after it opened. Words cannot express our appreciation at how well Dad was looked after for over 3 years. He was treated like family by the staff to the point they all called him 'Daddy'. Dad was made as comfortable as possible during his final days and Kathryn, Gavin and I were made to feel very welcome. There are too many names to mention individually but I would like to say a special thanks to Irish who was the nurse on duty when Dad passed. For me personally, Millvale became a bit like a second home. I will miss all the friendly smiles of your staff. They are a great credit to your organisation. King regards Janine Thomson Dear Rhea, Roxanne and all the staff at Millvale Lodge Lindale, We would like to thank you for your lovely letter of condolence. We appreciate it very much. We are so grateful for the wonderful care and love given to our Mum, Leoné, during her time at Millvale Lodge. During her illness we know that she received the best possible care and was always shown kindness and consideration. We are comforted that she spent her last days with such amazing, caring people. Thank you also for your support to us during this time. It is a great comfort. With our grateful thanks, Penny on behalf of Alayne, Bronwyn and family |
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Updated: 23 Jan 2020 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | There is a Registered Nurse on site seven days a week 24 hours per day. Should you require any information regarding your loved one the nurse on duty is the person too see. | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
| Physiotherapist | Yes | Our Physiotherapist works with us each fortnight. She assesses each residents needs and develops a safe handling plan for each resident. She also trains the staff to transfer residents safely. | |
| Social Worker (on site) | Yes | As required. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | Our diversional therapists know each resident very well and know what works for each person creating meaningful activities to support creativity, socialisation, stimulation and fun as well as assisting residents in the daily running of their home. | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | ||
| Hairdresser | Yes | Visits regularly. | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | We have a podiatrist who visits on a regular basis to attend to the needs of residents. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Our dietitian comes to Millvale Lodge Lindale regularly to review the nutritional requirements of the residents. | |
| Kaumatua | Negotiable | Please inquire. | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Millvale Lodge is interdenominational so we have people from several denominations who attend to the spiritual needs of our residents. Should you require an individual visit this can be arranged. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | Simon Hamley is a Registered Psychiatric Nurse and also our Education Coordinator. He ensures all staff are compliant with their training, coordinates staff in-services and special training programs, and instructs Managing of Actual or Potential Aggression (MAPA). | |
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Updated: 23 Jan 2020 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | As required. |
| Palliative Care (Contracted) | Yes | Our registered nurses have received training in caring for people as they experience the final stage of their life journey. |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Wound Care | Yes | Specialist care is available on referral. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Specialist care is available on referral. |
| Continence Advice | Yes | We have a continence adviser who calls on us regularly. She also runs in house training sessions for staff and is available to be contacted when we require her service. |
| Stomal Therapy | No | Specialist care input is available of referral. |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | No | Specialist care input is available on referral. |
| Infection Control | Yes | |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | As required. |
| Psychiatric Care | No | Specialist care input is available on referral. |
| Community Health | Yes | |
| Clinical Management | Yes | Mary, our clinical manager has worked in a variety of clinical settings before starting her career in dementia. Prior to coming to New Zealand, she worked in the emergency department and also as a renal/haemodialysis nurse. She completed her bachelor’s degree in the Philippines with honours and is currently working towards a post graduate degree on Gerontology. Her passion to care and advocate for this vulnerable population has grown deeper as she completes her post graduate studies. Mary’s journey as a registered nurse specialising in the field of dementia started with Dementia Care NZ and she keeps herself updated by attending continuing professional education and trainings. She has worked previously at Admatha Dementia Care (a DCNZ facility in Christchurch) as a registered nurse for over a year and was the acting Clinical Manager there for a few months before stepping up as the Clinical Manager of Millvale Lodge Lindale. Mary has support from Arah Catergina, our Regional Clinical Manager. |
| Other Specialties | Yes | |
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Updated: 23 Jan 2020 |
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