Tasman Dementia Care
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At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Tasman Dementia Care
- Category
- Psychogeriatric
- Address
- 14 Browning Cres
Stoke
Nelson - Postal Address
- 14 Browning Crescent
Stoke
Nelson 7011 - Region
- Nelson/Tasman
- Phone
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- Manager
- Soumy Saju (CM) - (03) 547 6867
- Owner
- Dementia Care NZ
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We invite you to experience the very special character of Tasman Dementia Care. You will discover a team with exceptional qualities and a home with a unique atmosphere.
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
OUR VALUES
We strive to achieve this vision by working with openness, honesty, integrity and passion
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/whānau 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.
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 Tasman.
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
OUR VALUES
We strive to achieve this vision by working with openness, honesty, integrity and passion
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/whānau 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.
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 Tasman.
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 Oct 2015 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 27 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Impending vacancy | Yes |
| Short stay considered | No |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | No |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
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Updated: 18 Aug 2025 |
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Testimonials
| We would not hesitate to recommend the Tasman Care and Dementia Centre for any patient needing dementia care and we will be forever grateful for their care of our Dad, Douglas, especially as his health deteriorated. We could not have wished for a safer and kinder environment. We always felt that Dad was cared for in a way that maintained his dignity. Immediately you walk in the door, you feel the comfortable warm atmosphere. The smiles on the faces of all the staff makes you realise that this place has a happy, caring and loving environment. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to Sumy and Soumy and to each and every staff member who came into contact with our Dad. You are all so wonderful. Our paths may have crossed For just 6 months But we'll be carrying The gratitude for a lifetime Roz Redpath To all the wonderful staff at Tasman. We just wanted you all to know how much our family appreciated the outstanding care you gave my mum throughout her stay with you. You were, without exception, calm, kind and warm-hearted toward her at all times. That she was able to smile and laugh with us right up to her last days is a tribute to all of you and to the ‘best friends’ and ‘small homes’ concept being implemented by DementiaCare NZ. We will always remain grateful that we chose Tasman to care for Mum after she could no longer stay at home We extend to you all our warmest regards and grateful thanks Sue & John, Michael, Carolyn and the rest of the family We have found Tasman Rest Home and dementia Care to be the best place for our Mum. The Carers and Nurses take great care to make sure that Mum gets what she needs. It’s never easy losing your Mum to dementia, but we are happy in the knowledge that she is being well cared for an Tasman. Any time we have concerns, we voice them and they listen, take it on board and try their hardest to make sure Mum is happy and comfortable. They take time to get to know Mum and what her signs and signals mean and do their best to understand what she wants. No ‘home’ is ever going to be perfect at this time of life, but all the Carers, Nurses and other staff at Tasman really do their very best to make Mum feel at home. They truly do care about Mum. Kath Bee I have no hesitation in writing my impressions of having my partner in care at Tasman Rest Home. Prior to his being a full time resident ten months ago, he had spent time in several other facilities in the Nelson/Richmond region, having respite care. This enabled us to make a decision on which we felt would give him the best care. I had no hesitation in choosing Tasman, & have no regrets. The caliber of nurturing & care is excellent. I visit regularly and have observed this culture. The effort made to encourage the special needs of residents impresses me, even allowing my partners beloved dog to visit. As his condition has deteriorated there have been regular updates and inclusion with all decisions made. I am made to feel welcome at all times, and they have coped with the recent shut down restrictions with understanding of the residents needs as well as friends and families. It has not been easy for those who did not understand why they were separated from loved ones. Tasman Rest Home were very tolerant and understanding of this need. Physical care is also excellent, and the hygiene standards very thorough It gives me great pleasure to say how impressed I am with the care and attention given at Tasman Rest Home. Margaret Drummond The compassionate care given by you all supported Cushla so hugely on her challenging pathway. The fundamentals of care always provided but also to be acknowledged are the special pursuits given to enhance her quality of life. Cushla's love for music was encouraged and enabled with singing and karaoke. Cushla always manicured and painted her nails, and she paid great attention to her hair styling. It touched the family how staff continued to pay loving attention to this. These are just the examples of how you expressed her individuality, and supported Cushla to remain the person she was. We had to walk a very challenging pathway with Cushla and we thank you and recognise you as her 'end of life' family for embracing her with aroha. Mike, Phillipa and Ginny |
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Updated: 24 Jul 2025 |
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 Registered Nurse on duty is the person to see. | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | Our team of Caregivers are passionate about caring for people who have dementia. This is the work they have chosen to do. | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | Our Physiotherapist works with us each fortnight. She assesses each resident's needs and develops a safe handling plan for each resident. She also trains the staff to transfer each resident safely. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | Our Diversional Therapist oversees the activities for the people in our home. She mentors and guides our activities team and provides support to our Caregivers and Registered Nurses. | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Our activities team knows each resident very well and understands what works for each person. They create meaningful activities to support creativity, socialisation, stimulation and fun, as well as assisting residents to be involved in the daily running of their home if they wish. | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | Visits weekly and more frequently if required. | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | We have a Podiatrist who comes on a regular basis to attend to the needs of the residents. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Our Dietitian comes to Tasman monthly to review nutritional requirements of the residents. | |
| Kaumatua | Negotiable | Please enquire | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Tasman is interdenominational so we have people from several denominations that visit. Individual visits can be arranged if required. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | We have a person who facilitates a support group for family members of people who live at Tasman. Many people find talking with others very helpful. She is also available by phone for any family member who just needs someone to talk with. | |
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Updated: 24 Jul 2025 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | Our Registered Nurses have received training in caring for people as they experience the final stages of their journey. Te Ara Whakapiri - Principles and guidance for the last days of life. |
| 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 Advisor 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 is available on referral. |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | No | Specialist care input is available on referral. |
| Infection Control | Yes | We have a Registered Nurse who does special training in infection control at Tasman. Specialist care input is available on referral. |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | As required. |
| Psychiatric Care | No | Specialist care input is available on referral. |
| Clinical Management | Yes | We have a Clinical Manager at Tasman Rest Home who is supported by the Regional Clinical Manager at Dementia Care NZ. |
| Other Specialties | Yes | Simon Hamley is a registered nurse and also our education coordinator. Simon ensures all staff are compliant with their training, runs staff in-services and coordinates any special training programs that we offer. |
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Updated: 24 Jul 2025 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | Te Ara Whakapiri - Principles and guidance for the last days of life. |
| Outings | Yes | |
| Whānau Room | Yes | |
| Residents Committee | Yes | |
| Family Committee | Yes | |
| Newsletter | Yes | |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Rural Setting | Yes | Tasman has a surrounding park with beautiful views and established trees. |
| Smokers Room | No | Smoking is permitted outside only. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Smoking is permitted outside only. |
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Updated: 22 Jan 2018 |
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Special Features
| Tasman Rest Home and Dementia Care is situated in a quiet suburban area in parklike surroundings. We have a warm and friendly atmosphere with small and homely units.Each unit has its own open plan kitchen. This increases our homely feel and encourages normalised activities. 'Ora' home provides rest home level care. 'Rangi' and 'Ata Hapara' homes provide a safe environment for residents requiring Dementia Rest Home Care. 'Aio' home provides specialist Dementia Hospital level care. Our staff work hard to provide individualised care for each resident. We take pride in our ability to give care to our residents. We are guided by our vision and values and love the work we have chosen to do. Tasman's specialist hospital wing 'Aio' is a warm and comfortable home with a lovely open plan kitchen for activities, residents and families. There are interesting and pleasant paths to walk and places to sit in the gardens. The surrounding park offers beautifull views. A small home means things are more familiar and homely. |
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Updated: 18 Oct 2011 |
Interests & Activities
| Activity programme, Advocate, Age Concern, Alzheimer's Society, Aromatherapy, Art, BBQ, Big print books, Billiards, Bingo, Board games, Bowls, Bridge, Canine friends, Cards, Care and Craft, Children, Church, Classical Music, Concerts, Cooking, Craft, Dancing, Entertainers, Exercises, Flower arranging, Games, Garden, Gardening, Happy Hour, Hydrotherapy, Indoor Games, Jigsaw, Massage, Minibus, Music, Movies, Newspaper reading, Park, Parties, Pianist, Reading, Sing-a-longs |
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Updated: 18 Oct 2011 |
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese | Yes | |
| Chinese dialect | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
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Updated: 18 Oct 2011 |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.
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