Alden Rose Lodge
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At a glance
- Vacancy
- No
- Name
- Alden Rose Lodge
- Category
- Rest Home
- Address
- 129 Tweed Street
West Invercargill
Invercargill 9810 - Postal Address
- 129 Tweed Street
West Invercargill
Invercargill 9810 - Region
- Southland
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- Fax
- View Fax Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Angela Knox - 027 291 2729
- National Villages Manager
- Sharalon Sutherland - 021 717 457
Other services
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At Alden, we believe that all our elders deserve compassionate, trusted and respectful care, no matter their means or background. Alden Rose Lodge, nestled in the serene heart of Invercargill, 'The City of Water and Light', is a haven of tranquillity and warmth.
With a spacious dining room, lounges and large sunny rooms, our home boasts an excellent chef who provides the very best in nutritional meals. Our care staff work closely with residents to create personal care plans and a tailored activity programme.
Facility Features:
• Registered Nurse supervision 24 hours a day
• Medical support as needed
• Open-ended visiting hours
• Activities programme including van outings
• Hairdresser and Podiatrist
• Regular happy hour
• Physiotherapist on referral
• Visiting hearing aid clinic
Close to:
• City Centre
• Local churches
• Supermarket
• Library
• Airport
• Otepuni Gardens
Unsure where to start? Get in touch and we’ll take the time to get to know your situation and advise the next steps.
For more information, visit our website at alden.co.nz
With a spacious dining room, lounges and large sunny rooms, our home boasts an excellent chef who provides the very best in nutritional meals. Our care staff work closely with residents to create personal care plans and a tailored activity programme.
Facility Features:
• Registered Nurse supervision 24 hours a day
• Medical support as needed
• Open-ended visiting hours
• Activities programme including van outings
• Hairdresser and Podiatrist
• Regular happy hour
• Physiotherapist on referral
• Visiting hearing aid clinic
Close to:
• City Centre
• Local churches
• Supermarket
• Library
• Airport
• Otepuni Gardens
Unsure where to start? Get in touch and we’ll take the time to get to know your situation and advise the next steps.
For more information, visit our website at alden.co.nz
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 15 Aug 2025 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 17 |
| Vacancy | No |
| Warm, friendly and homely environment. Wonderful caring experienced staff. | |
| Impending vacancy | No - Rest Home/Respite |
| Short stay considered | Yes |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms from $10.00/day up to $20.00/day as at 31 Jul 2025 |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
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Updated: 29 Aug 2025 |
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Testimonials
| "I find all the staff are very caring, friendly and helpful". "Our family member is incredibly well looked after by the wonderful staff". "I tell everyone how wonderful and caring it is here. Everything is 6 out of 5". |
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Updated: 20 Aug 2025 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | We have a team of committed registered nurses who strive to ensure residents needs are being met. Our team of registered nurses cover all shifts 24/7. | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | We have a team of caregivers who are committed to providing the best possible care for all of our residents. Our Caregivers undergo regular training and education. | |
| Physiotherapist | Negotiable | We can provide Physiotherapy services to our residents as needed. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Negotiable | We can arrange for Occupational Therapy services should you require them through the DHB. | |
| Social Worker (on site) | Negotiable | Accessed through the DHB | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | We have a Diversional Therapist who has two assistants to help deliver a fun-packed activities programme available from Mon - Fri. | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Our activities team have an excellent activities programme that caters for all our residents needs available from Mon - Fri. | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | Our hairdresser visits each Friday morning and more often if required for special occassions. | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | Regular visits and as required if any residents needs further treatment | |
| Dietitian | Yes | All of our menus have been approved by a dietitian. We can make a referral to dietitian services if this is required for individual consultation | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | We do have some of our residents benefiting from this service | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | Contacts available in our Maori Health Plan | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | We can access a Chaplin through the various church groups which visit. This can be arranged on an individual basis as required. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | We have a team of experts at our National Support Office that consists of clinical support, financial support and property support | |
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Updated: 20 Aug 2025 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | We can provide if prescribed by a doctor, and oxygen management. |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | Our staff are suitably trained to manage any gastric/nasogastric requirements. |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | Generally speaking, people who are dying need care in four areas, physical comfort, mental and emotional needs, spiritual issues, and practical tasks. Their families need support as well. It is our goal to provide all of this at the end stage of life. |
| Wound Care | Yes | We have highly trained clinical nurses lead by our clinical coach who can provide the best care for any wounds requiring treatment. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | All of our registered nurses are skilled to assist with the management of diabetes. We are able to support you with your diabetic needs. |
| Continence Advice | Yes | Our registered nurses have been trained to assess for continence requirements and work closely with our suppliers to ensure any continence products you require are of the highest quality. |
| Stomal Therapy | Yes | |
| Tracheotomy Care | Yes | We can on case by case following careful assessment look after any resident that requires post tracheotomy care or has a long-standing tracheotomy. |
| Infection Control | Yes | We have been highly commended by the 'public health' medical officer for managing our infection control programme. Our organisation has a very robust infection control programme that has been endorsed by the Medical Officer of Health. |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | If your coming to stay with us post-surgery we can following an assessment of your needs provide the recovery needs you require. |
| Psychiatric Care | Yes | |
| Clinical Management | Yes | We have a full-time Nurse Manager who provides support to our Nurses and Caregivers and all care of our Residents. |
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Updated: 20 Aug 2025 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | Yes, we can provide respite care to suit your needs. Please contact us if you are looking for support as we would love to chat with you and advise availability. |
| Carer Support | Yes | If you are in need of a break from looking after your loved one we may be able to offer you that assistance. Please contact us for more information and availabilities. |
| Subsidised | Yes | Yes, we provided subsidised services should you meet the requirements. |
| Private Paying | Yes | Yes, we provide private paying services. Contact us for details on private paying options if you do not meet the criteria for a government subsidy. |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | We are more than happy to work with you for booking in advance. Please contact us for more information and availabilities. |
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Updated: 20 Aug 2025 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | While furniture is provided, it doesn't preclude any residents bringing their own furniture, any favourite pictures and personal belongings. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | We have 30 single rooms |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | We have one double room suitable for a couple. |
| Ensuite | Yes | Some rooms have ensuites - all rooms have a full vanity unit. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | Happy hour is held every week. Residents are able to have own alcohol within reason. |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Private cost for in room connection. Cordless phones are available however. |
| Wifi | Yes | |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | Individually controlled nightstore heating in all rooms |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | Large community lounge, small quiet area lounge, and a north facing sunroom |
| Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | Our clinical team provide palliative care and are trained to ensure our residents needs are met |
| Outings | Yes | Regular outings as part of our Rest Home programme including community activities. |
| Whānau Room | Yes | |
| Residents Committee | Yes | Resident meetings are held each month and family members are invited to attend. |
| Newsletter | Yes | Three Monthly |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | Our staff are trained to manage any challenging behaviour. We have an organisation policy that staff are audited against. |
| Confused Residents | Yes | At times some of our residents are confused. Our staff are trained to deal with confusion and support the resident. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Designated areas outside. |
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Updated: 20 Aug 2025 |
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Special Features
| Rose Lodge prides itself on being a family orientated facility. It offers a homely environment based on individual holistic care. It is close to town, access is easy and a walk to town is possible. We have a lovely internal courtyard and a conservatory that receives all day sun. |
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Updated: 20 Aug 2025 |
Interests & Activities
| Activity programme, Age Concern, Art, Big print books, Board games, Bowls, Breakfast in bed, Church, Classical Music, Concerts, Cooking, Craft, Dancing, Entertainers, Exercises, Games, Garden, Housie, Indoor Games, Jigsaw, Library, Music, Newspaper reading, Outings, Quizzes, Reading, Shopping, Singing, Sky TV, Videos, BBQ, Canine friends, Happy Hour, Massage |
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Updated: 20 Aug 2025 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | Please contact us for a detailed price list. | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | Our staff go through an orientation programme and continue with on-going education | |
| Details about meals | All meals are home-cooked, our menus are reviewed by a dietitian and nutritionist. | |
| Visitor information | Open-ended visiting hours. | |
| Associated Complexes | Our Facility offers Rest Home Care, Hospital Level Care and Respite Care. There is also an independent living Retirement Village on site. Alden Rose Lodge operates under the governance of the Ultimate Care Group Ltd with 19 care facilities nation wide. | |
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Updated: 29 Aug 2025 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Afrikaans | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian Indian | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Hindi | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | We can arrange this for you. |
| Māori - Te Reo | Yes | |
| Sri Lankan | Yes | |
| Other Information | Yes | We can arrange a translator service should you require them. |
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Updated: 20 Aug 2025 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Presbyterian | Yes | Monthly church service |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | Weekly communion available |
| (Other comments) | Yes | Other Faiths can be sourced by the Facility to see if there's a local representation. |
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Updated: 20 Aug 2025 |
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Ethnic Diets
| Ethnic Diet | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Yes | All dietary requirements can be catered for, including gluten free and dairy free. The menu can also be adapted to cater for various ethnicities and cultures. |
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Updated: 28 Aug 2025 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.00 Km | |
| Shops | 0.50 Km | City shoppng and supermarket only 3 blocks away |
| Mall | 0.50 Km | Both city and surburban shopping less than a kilometre away. |
| Parks | 1.00 Km | Queens Park and Rugby Park are both a short distance from Rose Lodge. |
| Library | 0.50 Km | The Invercargill City Library provides Rose Lodge with a variety of books on a regular basis. |
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Updated: 20 Aug 2025 |
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Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| National Certificate in Diversional Therapy | Yes | |
| Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | We have been a member since 1992 |
| Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
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Updated: 20 Aug 2025 |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.
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