Nazareth Community of Care
At a glance

- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Nazareth Community of Care
- Category
- Rest Home
- Address
- 220 Brougham Street
Sydenham
Christchurch 8023 - Postal Address
- PO Box 7024
Sydenham
Christchurch 8240 - DHB
- Canterbury
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- Fax
- View Fax Number
- Mobile
- View Mobile Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Jane Haughey - 03 374 1900
- Owner
- Sisters of Nazareth - 03 374 1900
- Sales and Marketing Coordinator
- Sister Marie - 027 524 8733
Other services

The Nazareth Community of Care includes a vibrant village, café, hairdresser, gift shop and a full functional big screen cinema.
The complex is owned by the Sisters of Nazareth, and managed by its business arm Nazareth Care Australasia.
We provide high quality services which reflect the mission, philosophy and values of the Sisters of Nazareth. Our core values are: Love, Patience, Compassion, Respect, Justice and Hospitality.
We describe our approach as "The Nazareth Way". We are Gospel based, and committed to honouring and reflecting the Charism of the Sisters of Nazareth; we demonstrate a person centred approach and excellence in our practice; everything we do comes from the heart of who we are.
We respect and welcome people of all beliefs and denominations.
For more information, please visit http://www.thesistersofnazareth.com
Service/Facility Details
Detail | Status |
---|---|
Contract with DHB | Yes |
Certification | Yes |
ORA Applies | No |
Updated: 27 Dec 2019 |
Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail | Status |
---|---|
Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 45 |
Vacancy | Yes |
7 rooms with garden / park view and/or view of the Port Hills | |
Impending vacancy | Yes |
Premium Room Charges | Yes from $38.00/day up to $58.00/day as at 07 Jun 2022 |
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 |
Updated: 27 Jun 2022 |
Personnel
Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
---|---|---|---|
Registered Nurse | Yes | We have a full complement of registered nurses who oversee the care of the residents. Registered nurses are available 24/7, and is supported by our Unit Managers. | |
Enrolled Nurse | Yes | ||
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
Physiotherapist | Yes | Our Physio is located on site and available three days a week. She oversees a strength and mobility programme for the residents. | |
Diversional Therapist | Yes | ||
Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Patsy Bowden is overseeing a very meaningful activities programme. She is supported by two lifestyle and wellbeing coordinators. | |
Hairdresser | Yes | A hairdresser is situated on site and available from Tuesday to Fridays. | |
Podiatrist | No | A podiatrist visits every six weeks | |
Dietitian | Yes | A dietician is available on referral from the GP or RN and when unintentional weight loss occurs | |
Accredited Visitors | No | We have a strong volunteer interest and all new volunteers are welcome | |
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Nazareth Care is the operating arm of the Sisters of Nazareth. Six Sisters of Nazareth provide additional support. Sister Antonia is our Sister Superior and Mission Director and pastoral care is supported by the Sisters of Nazareth | |
Updated: 21 Jun 2021 |
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
Oxygen Management | Yes | Oxygen is managed and administered as prescribed by the overseeing GP |
Palliative Care (Contracted) | Yes | We have a close professional relationship with Nurse Maude |
End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | Sisters of Nazareth assist with pastoral support and bereavement support |
Wound Care | Yes | Referral for external advice from the DHB are sought with complex wounds |
Continence Advice | Yes | There is a dedicated continence advisor ( RN) available to support each individual needs |
Infection Control | Yes | There is a dedicated Infection Control advisor. We collate data for statistical purposes and to improve the quality of care. |
Clinical Management | Yes | Our Unit Managers provide clinical expertise and management of the clinical teams including Registered and Enrolled Nurses, Care Givers and Allied Health. |
Updated: 21 Jun 2021 |
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
Respite | Yes | We support Rest home and Hospital level respite care. Premium room charges apply . |
Subsidised | Yes | |
Private Paying | Yes | |
Booking can be made in advance | Yes | We do not support emergency respite and take bookings in advance subject to available vacant bed |
Updated: 30 Oct 2020 |
Special Features
Our rooms are spacious with built in features, plenty of wardrobe space. Each room has an en-suite toilet and shower facilities to keep you independent for as long as possible. Each room has a TV, telephone ($10 per week) and Wi-Fi connection (once-off charge of $60) |
Updated: 15 Jul 2021 |
Interests & Activities
The activities calendar is displayed in each residents room. The house have plenty of open spaces for group activities and socialisation. Activities are meaningful and also individualised to support each residents needs. External entertainers are welcomed in our facility. We have our own big screen movie theatre. |
Updated: 21 Jun 2021 |
Additional Information
Topic | Details | |
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What's included in your fees and what's not | Meal vouchers are available for family members and friends on request. This is available from our reception area and booking needs to be in advanced depending on seating available | |
Staffing qualifications and details | Skilled dining room attendants assist with serving and presenting meals. Our dining room has the ambience of a restaurant like service | |
Details about meals | Our catering and hospitality service is managed by a qualified chef | |
Updated: 5 Jun 2017 |
Languages Spoken
Language | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
Afrikaans | Yes | |
Fijian Indian | Yes | |
Filipino | Yes | |
Interpreter | Yes | We will source an interpreter services when requested |
Updated: 21 Jun 2021 |
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
(Other comments) | Yes | The Sisters of Nazareth is a Catholic Congregation. People of all faiths and denominations are welcome to be part of the Nazareth Community of Care. |
Updated: 27 Dec 2019 |
Distances
Location | Distance | Details |
---|---|---|
Public Transport | 0.30 Km | Public Transport is available nearby |
Shops | 0.50 Km | The Colombo stands as one of Canterbury’s elite retail and entertainment establishments. It builds on the region’s iconic and organic character with a distinctive, European-inspired niche that indulges in world class trends. |
Mall | 0.50 Km | |
Parks | 0.30 Km | Sydenham park |
Library | 0.20 Km | Christchurch Central |
Updated: 21 Jun 2021 |
Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
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New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) | Yes | |
Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2019 |
The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.