Puriri Court Lifecare
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Puriri Court Lifecare
- Category
- Rest Home
- Address
- Whangarei
- Postal Address
- Same as above
- DHB
- Northland
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Ruth Mckenzie
- Owner
- Heritage Lifecare
Other services
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Reviews
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Make your home at Puriri Court Lifecare
When it comes to everyday life, Puriri Court makes it easy with village, rest home, and hospital care. The well-appointed rooms all look out onto landscaped gardens and come complete with a 24-hour call system, WiFi and ensuites.
Part of the sunny Northland city of Whangarei, Puriri Court is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, just a short drive from the city centre, where you’ll find all the essentials.
We offer everything from hairdressing to speech therapy, physiotherapy, podiatry and SKY TV. We have a range of recreational activities including board games, happy hour, gardening, crafts, and indoor bowls. Our facility van is also always on hand for outings.
When it comes to everyday life, Puriri Court makes it easy with village, rest home, and hospital care. The well-appointed rooms all look out onto landscaped gardens and come complete with a 24-hour call system, WiFi and ensuites.
Part of the sunny Northland city of Whangarei, Puriri Court is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, just a short drive from the city centre, where you’ll find all the essentials.
We offer everything from hairdressing to speech therapy, physiotherapy, podiatry and SKY TV. We have a range of recreational activities including board games, happy hour, gardening, crafts, and indoor bowls. Our facility van is also always on hand for outings.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
| Updated: 13 Dec 2016 | |
Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 16 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Resthome room with toilet and handbasin | |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Premium Room Charges | Some Rooms as at 22 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 | Yes |
| Updated: 23 Jun 2022 | |
Testimonials
| "Exactly what a rest home should be - caring, friendly and full of interesting activities to choose from. Really enjoyed my visits to see my mum. Well done all of the team." - Kate O'Malley "Just wanna say that these people are amazing. they really look after their residents and not only treat them like patients but like family. and they are also very welcoming when it comes to a residents family. my grandmother was in Puriri Court for quite a long time before she passed just over a year ago now. and it was good to see that she loved it there. she made and lost a few friends, and I met alot of nice people every time I went to visit. From me and the rest of my family, thank you so much Puriri Court for helping us all take care of our grandmother." - Dolleh Tuporo "Thank you so much for looking after mum while she has been recovering from her stroke in June. Mum's ready to go home tomorrow but we will be forever indebted to you all for your care and support over the last 4 months and helping her to be ready to go home". - AK |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2018 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | Professional nursing staff are on duty 24 hours a day 7 days a week. | |
| Enrolled Nurse | Yes | A Nurse Call System operates throughout the building so you are safe in the knowledge that someone will come immediately to your aid. | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | At Puriri Court we pride ourselves on the ongoing education and upskilling of our staff. Palliative care is an area that our staff are excel in. Education provided by North Haven Hospice is attended regularly. We are extremely grateful to North Haven for this wonderful service. All staff are committed and proud to participate in our education programme. | |
| Physiotherapist | Negotiable | Physiotherapist visits on Request. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Negotiable | Occupational Therapist visits on Request. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | ||
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | A varied and interesting programme taking into account Residents likes, dislikes, and abilities. Bus trips are available 3 days weekly. Residents decide at their meetings where they would like to go. Regular entertainment and happy hour | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | Hairdressing Salon on site. Hairdresser visits weekly, on Tuesdays | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | Podiatrist visits on request. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Our Menus are developed and reviewed by a Registered Dietician on a regular basis. Meals are prepared according to the dietary requirements of our residents and can be delivered. | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | On request. | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | Our Kaumatua will visit on request. | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Our Chaplain visits weekly, and on request. Worship services are held 3 x monthly. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | We have a number of people who visit regularly to entertain, share their craftwork skills with our Residents. The Library visits the Facility monthly. Other services include Appointment Transportation, Laundry Service, Medication Delivery, Speech Therapy, Translator/Interpreter, Dental, Housekeeping Service, Pharmacy Services. | |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2018 | |||
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | Accessed through local Hospital |
| Palliative Care (Contracted) | No | The Puriri Room is a dedicated palliative care room. Large and spacious with a deck area to accommodate families/whanau/friends visiting. A bed is available for those who wish to stay overnight. A large monitor is positioned overhead to allow skyping. |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| IV Antibiotic Capability | Yes | |
| Wound Care | Yes | Accessed through local Hospital |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Accessed through local Hospital |
| Continence Advice | Yes | Accessed through local Hospital |
| Stomal Therapy | Yes | Accessed through local Hospital |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | Safe supportive environment for people requiring care post stroke. Staff provide rehabilitative care working with DHB personnel to formulate a team approach enabling full support to asssit people with a view to achieving their full potential. |
| Tracheotomy Care | Yes | Accessed through local Hospital |
| Infection Control | Yes | Accessed through local Hospital |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | |
| Psychiatric Care | Yes | |
| Community Health | Yes | Accessed through local Hospital |
| Clinical Management | Yes | |
| Other Specialties | Yes | Accessed through local Hospital |
| Updated: 13 Dec 2016 | ||
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | Respite clients are most welcome at Puriri Court |
| Carer Support | Yes | We welcome short stays. |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Updated: 13 Dec 2016 | ||
Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | Rooms are furnished with a bed, dresser, night table and chair. We encourage residents to personalize their rooms with a favourite chair, photos, treasures and other memorabilia. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | Rooms are equipped with a nurse call system, personal heater, spacious showers, and safety grab rails. Personal Freeview TV access is available. |
| Shared Rooms | Yes | |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | Double rooms are also available. |
| Ensuite | Yes | Residents can have single rooms with the option of ensuite bathroom. Please discuss this option with our Facility Manager. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | Happy Hour is weekly and on special occasions. Residents are permitted to purchase their own alcohol for own use. |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | We offer Pet therapy weekly. Visitors are welcome to bring pets in by arrangement. The health benefits of Pet contact are well proven. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | We are happy to discuss options for your pets. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | |
| Wifi | Yes | Available for residents. |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | Three communal lounges in the complex are equipped with comfortable seating, a stereo system and televisions with Freeview TV, Sky TV, and DVD players. The area is large enough for residents to run meetings, invite guests and partake in a variety of organised functions. |
| Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | A no discrimination policy is in place to provide a friendly and caring space for residents. |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | You may qualify for Primary Options For Acute Care Funding. Ask your GP for details. |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | It is our privilege to care for people nearing the end of their life. We work closely with GPs and Hospice to provide this care. |
| Outings | Yes | As part of the activities programme, regular trips are provided to the local community through the use of our 20 seater bus. Residents enjoy getting "out and about". Destinations are decided by the Residents at their Residents Meeting, and These can include shopping, sightseeing and picnics. There is also a provision for wheelchairs. |
| Whanau Room | Yes | Available as well as a family kitchenette. |
| Residents Committee | Yes | Residents design their own activities programme at their meetings. Bus outing destinations are discussed along with anything else they feel they would like to do. |
| Family Committee | No | Family members are welcome at all Resident meetings and are encouraged to attend. |
| Newsletter | Yes | |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | Our staff are trained to recognise and manage a range of behaviours that residents may have. |
| Confused Residents | Yes | Our staff are trained to recognise and manage a range of behaviours that residents may have. This may include residents who become confused. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Smoking permitted in the designated (outdoor) area. |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2018 | ||
Special Features
| Puriri Court Lifecare Complex offers all the benefits of a care facility, including entertainment, activities and companionship. The site provides a paraplegic toilets, and separate dining room and lounge facilities. The facility is fitted with accessibility ramps and safety grab rails, wide corridors, and smoke detectors with water sprinklers. Situated in the stunning Whangarei, Puriri Court features magnificent landscaped with a BBQ area and a courtyard for quiet and peaceful sitting and relaxing. We take pride in being warm and friendly and have become renowned for our cheerful atmosphere. |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2018 |
Interests & Activities
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Here there is something for everyone. We cater for both those that enjoy the company of others and those who prefer their own company. We strive to ensure our Residents retain their own individuality and sociability. A comprehensive activity program which includes flower arranging, bingo, bowling, van drives, musical entertainment, reminiscence, reading groups, exercises, crafts, word games, birthday celebrations and cooking is provided by our dedicated activities staff. Activities are tailored to individual needs if necessary, and Residents are encouraged to participate in the formation of the Activity Plan at their Monthly Residents Meeting. To ensure our Residents are able to get out and about at every opportunity, the Puriri Court Bus departs regularly on a variety of outings. Residents enjoy the comfort of our 20 seater bus which is equipped with a wheelchair hoist enabling our chair-bound Residents to enjoy outings. Residents love all the toots and waves from the public as they go about their jaunts! Family / Whanau involvement is encouraged at Puriri Court. |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2018 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | A comfort fund can be established. This provides ongoing funds for small purchases. | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | 0ur Residents health is our primary concern. We provide tailored healthcare which is regularly reviewed with your involvement and the participation of your family, General Practitioner and our fully trained care team. At Puriri Court we pride ourselves on the ongoing education and upskilling of our staff. Palliative care is an area that our staff are excel in. Education provided by North Haven Hospice is attended regularly. We are extremely grateful to North Haven for this wonderful service. All staff are committed and proud to participate in our education programme. | |
| Details about meals | Our catering team maintains the highest standards of traditional home cooking, providing delicious meals and tempting snacks around the clock served in either our two dining room or in your own room if preferred. We can also cater for private functions and your visitors are always welcome to join you at mealtimes. | |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2018 | ||
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Afrikaans | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian | Yes | |
| French | Yes | |
| Malayalam | Yes | |
| Maori - Te Reo | Yes | |
| Tagalog | Yes | |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2018 | ||
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Denominations/Faiths represented | Yes | We are able to accommodate our residents' spiritual needs as requested. A spiritual advisor, chaplaincy and church services are available. |
| Updated: 20 Nov 2018 | ||
Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | Bust stop at gate | |
| Shops | Several Local shops within 1 km. 10 minutes from Whangarei. | |
| Mall | 10 minutes | |
| Parks | 10 minutes | |
| Library | 10 minutes, whangarei library also visit Puriri Court | |
| Updated: 13 Dec 2016 | ||
Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Approved provider of Professional Development and Recognition Programme | Yes | |
| National Certificate in Diversional Therapy | Yes | |
| New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) | Yes | |
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| Updated: 13 Dec 2016 | ||
The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.
