Aroha Care Centre for the Elderly and Retirement Village
At a glance
- Vacancy
- No
- Name
- Aroha Care Centre for the Elderly and Retirement Village
- Category
- Rest Home
- Address
- 6 Cooper St
Taita
Lower Hutt 5011 - Postal Address
- Same as above
- Region
- Hutt Valley
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- Fax
- View Fax Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Trish Watts - (04) 567 1026
- Owner
- Taita Home Trust Board
Other services
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MISSION STATEMENT: We aim to provide a warm, caring, Christian environment, with quality care and a sense of security.
We will encourage the elderly to maintain their independance, being sensitive at all times to their cultural and spiritual beliefs.
We believe each older person has a right to live in dignity and security with continual opportunities for the full development of their personality.
We will encourage the elderly to maintain their independance, being sensitive at all times to their cultural and spiritual beliefs.
We believe each older person has a right to live in dignity and security with continual opportunities for the full development of their personality.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
| Updated: 11 Oct 2012 | |
Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 30 |
| Vacancy | No |
| Impending vacancy | No - 0 |
| Short stay considered | No |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms from $20.00/day up to $20.00/day as at 30 Nov 2023 |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | No |
| Updated: 7 Dec 2023 | |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | Registered Nurse available 24hours | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
| Physiotherapist | 5 | Yes | |
| Occupational Therapist | 3 | Yes | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | ||
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | ||
| Hairdresser | Yes | ||
| Podiatrist | Yes | No charge | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Consultant Dietician | |
| Accredited Visitors | Negotiable | ||
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Ordained Minister Worship Services Communion Services | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | Independant advocate. Speech therapist negotiable. | |
| Updated: 11 Oct 2012 | |||
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | |
| Carer Support | Yes | |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Updated: 11 Oct 2012 | ||
Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | |
| Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | |
| Outings | Yes | |
| Whānau Room | Yes | |
| Residents Committee | Yes | |
| Family Committee | Yes | |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Semi-Secure | Yes | |
| Updated: 6 May 2014 | ||
Special Features
| HISTORY OF AROHA CARE CENTRE In 1960 the Government, through the Health Department, offered a subsidy to religious organisations that were willing to operate Homes for the Aged. The Wellington Baptist Association accepted the challenge and advised the Health Department accordingly. The Association set up a committee and planning commenced. In 1962, after two years of planning, the Health Department advised that the project would have to be deferred. It was not until 1966 that the Health Department advised that the Association could proceed and requested plans and estimates. In 1967 the Baptist Churches confirmed that the project should go ahead and Messrs Girdlestone and Mitchell, architects of Lower Hutt, were appointed. This included Mr Derek Norris of the Taita Baptist Church, a partner in the firm. In 1968, after prolonged negotiations, the land on which the complex is situated, was purchased. In 1969, application was made to the Health Department for subsidy approval for a 40 bed Home. The Department replied that it supported the project but the subsidy would not be available for some time. The Department later advised that a reduced subsidy would be available but not until April, 1970. The reduced subsidy and the increasing costs of building placed the project in jeopardy. In 1970 the Wellington Presbyterian Social Services Association offered to assist and as a result the two Associations formed a joint and equal partnership which was to see not only the Home built but also the Hospital and Villas together with the purchase of land for additional expansion. The Presbyterians brought with them a wealth of experience in the sphere of social service. Thus began a partnership between two Christian groups, which has existed harmoniously throughout the years. The Home was opened in June 1974. With the passing of time the need for a Hospital became apparent and additional land was purchased for that purpose. A 21 bed Hospital was opened on 3 May, 1980 and subsequently 2 additional bedrooms and a second lounge was added. The Trust Board then felt that provision should be made for those people who were not ready to come into the Home but who felt the need to be close if assistance was required. These people were able to look after themselves. Accordingly, additional land was purchased and the planning of six villas was commenced. These were completed in July 1983. The Trust Board is still looking ahead and so that development can be made at the opportune time. Additional land has been acquired for that purpose. The Home was opened debt free. Over the years, the Trust Board has received many generous donations and bequests. By careful stewardship of the money thus received, the Board has been able to proceed with further development without the need to raise loans and remain debt free. In 2000, a Chapel/ Recreation room was built, opened by the Governor General, Sir Michael Hardie Boys, which has proved a great asset to the lives of our residents and patients. In 2000, Aroha Care Centre purchased a new van, with an external under-floor hoist. It is used by all the complex for outings and events but primarily to transport the elderly in the district who attend the Day Centre. The recreation staff plans and organises activities for the residential clients in the Home or Hospital. Aroha has been established and maintained through the voluntary effort and goodwill of many fine Christian people. The complex stands today as a tribute to this tradition of Christian endeavour and concern. Its unique quality and high standard of service have been built on the solid foundations of caring, giving and sharing. Continued promotion of these values will ensure the future well being of Aroha and its residents, staff and managers. In 1994, Aroha Care Centre was accredited with the New Zealand Council of Health Care standards (now known as Quality Health New Zealand). This involved an extensive review of all processes and quality initiatives, and the three year accreditation status was for a three year period. In 2000, Aroha achieved their third successive accreditation, and also have a certificate of outstanding achievement. For the first time, the Day Centre was also reviewed, and was commended for their commitment to quality. In 2011 the Trust Board committed to an upgrade of the hospital and by June 2012 the 4 bed cubicles of the 1980 design had been converted to 35 single rooms with ensuites. Aroha Care Centre delivers a quality service and continues to achieve 3 years in Certification and Tertiary Level in ACC Workplace Safety Management Practices. |
| Updated: 11 Oct 2012 |
Interests & Activities
| Age Concern accredited visitors available, visits from Alzheimer's Society field officer arranged as required, information available about Arthritis Society, Stroke Group and Blind Foundation, Aroha has membership to Parkinson's Society and their field officer is available to visit, Taita RSA just 500m away (RSA visit regularly), weekly worship services, recreation programmme (includes; cooking sessions, craft work, outdoor games, musical component with frequent musical items, quizz sessions), frequent entertainment (school/group visits), regular exercise progamme (non strenuous), gardens and walkways,indoor games (raised bowling platform), library available, book requests can be arranged, small shop available, sky TV, regular organised outings. |
| Updated: 11 Oct 2012 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Staffing qualifications and details | Staff are dedicated and committed to care of the elderly. | |
| Details about meals | Five week meal rotation. Residents/patients have input into menu. Summer and winter menu. Checked and approved by Dietician. | |
| Updated: Unknown | ||
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cook Island Maori | Yes | Staff member |
| English | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | Interpreter available for some languages. |
| Māori - Te Reo | Yes | Staff member |
| Rarotongan | Yes | Staff Member |
| Samoan | Yes | Staff Member |
| Tongan | Yes | Staff Member |
| Updated: Unknown | ||
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Baptist | Yes | (see other details) |
| Presbyterian | Yes | (see other details) |
| (Other comments) | Yes | Governing Board is a co-joint ownership by Wellington Baptist Churches and Presbyterian Support Services Central. |
| Updated: Unknown | ||
Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.20 Km | Bus stop, train station very handy. |
| Shops | 0.30 Km | Neighbourhood shops, friendly. |
| Mall | 6.00 Km | Westfield shopping town. |
| Parks | 4.00 Km | Small parks just minutes away. Avalon Park less than 5km. |
| Library | 0.30 Km | Taita Library offers a personal service. |
| Updated: 11 Oct 2012 | ||
Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| National Certificate in Diversional Therapy | Yes | |
| New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) | Yes | |
| New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services (NZCCSS) | Yes | |
| Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
| Village Registration not Required | Yes | |
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| Updated: 11 Oct 2012 | ||
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