Lake Wakatipu Care Centre
At a glance
- Vacancy
- No
- Name
- Lake Wakatipu Care Centre
- Category
- Rest Home
- Address
- 20 Douglas Street
Frankton
Queenstown 9300 - Postal Address
- 20 Douglas Street
Frankton
Queenstown 9300 - Regions
- Southern (Southland), Southern (Otago)
- Phone
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Personnel
- Manager
- Maurice David - 03 442 3780
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Set in Frankton at the Northern end of Lake Wakatipu and offering beautiful views of The Remarkables and Kelvin Heights, Lake Wakatipu Care Centre offers rest home, hospital and respite/carer support for 65+ Queenstown residents.
Our goal and commitment to you is to help and support each of our residents to live the best life possible and to be as independent as possible - physically, emotionally and socially.
Our goal and commitment to you is to help and support each of our residents to live the best life possible and to be as independent as possible - physically, emotionally and socially.
Service/Facility Details
Detail | Status |
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Contract with Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
Certification | Yes |
ORA Applies | No |
Updated: 1 Jun 2021 |
Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail | Status |
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Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 12 |
Vacancy | No |
Impending vacancy | No |
Short stay considered | No |
Premium Accommodation Charges | No |
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: 19 Mar 2024 |
Personnel
Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
---|---|---|---|
Registered Nurse | Yes | We have 24 hour Registered Nurse coverage. Our team of nurses have experience in aged care. | |
Enrolled Nurse | Yes | ||
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | Our Caregivers are highly experienced and work towards achieving NZQA qualifications in residential aged care. They are skilled to provide the best care for our residents. | |
Physiotherapist | Yes | A local physiotherapist calls in on a regular basis. | |
Occupational Therapist | Yes | As required. | |
Social Worker (on site) | Yes | As required. | |
Diversional Therapist | Yes | As required. | |
Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Our Activities Assistant is on site 32 hours per week. Our programme incorporates one-to-one activities, group sessions and day trips. | |
Hairdresser | Yes | Our hairdresser visits on a regular basis and provides a great service at a reasonable price. | |
Podiatrist | Yes | Our skilled podiatrist visits regularly. | |
Dietitian | Yes | All menus are Dietitian approved. Our Dietitian is available for general advice and oversight of specialised needs. | |
Accredited Visitors | Yes | This can be arranged on an individual basis. | |
Kaumatua | Yes | ||
Other Personnel | Yes | A wide range of entertainers - Allied Health Professional as needed - A GP who visits regularly and is also available on-call. | |
Updated: 15 Jul 2014 |
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
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Oxygen Management | Yes | We have a registered nurse on duty 24 hours a day who can provide this level of care. |
Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | We have a registered nurse on duty 24 hours a day who can provide this level of care. |
Palliative Care (Contracted) | Yes | Individual palliative care funding may be available. |
End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | It is our privilege to care for people nearing the end of their life. We work closely with GP's and Hospice to provide this care. |
IV Antibiotic Capability | Yes | |
Dialysis | Yes | We are able to provide continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis. We also provide support for those requiring haemo dialysis. |
Wound Care | Yes | We work together with GP's and specialist wound management nurses as required. |
Diabetic Care | Yes | We are able to care for all levels of diabetes and our menu has a range of options for those who need a special diet. |
Continence Advice | Yes | We manage residents needs and provide a range of continence products with visits by community nurse specialist on request. |
Stomal Therapy | Yes | We manage residents needs and provide a range of products with visits by community nurse specialists on request. |
Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | We provide support for residents who have had a stroke. This may include physiotherapy and special diet options. |
Tracheotomy Care | No | Your special needs can be discussed prior to admission. |
Spinal Injuries Care | Yes | Your special needs can be discussed prior to admission. |
Infection Control | Yes | We meet all infection control standards. |
Surgical Followup | Yes | We are able to care for people following surgery and provide a range of convalescent care options. |
Psychiatric Care | Yes | We will provide referrals to other services as required. |
Community Health | Yes | We link with community health professionals as required. |
Clinical Management | Yes | Our Manager is a registered nurse. |
Other Specialties | Yes | Available as required. |
Updated: 15 Jul 2014 |
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
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Respite | Yes | We welcome residents who wish to stay for a short time, either to give relatives and care givers a break, or because they need a little bit of extra care to recuperate and return home. |
Carer Support | Yes | We welcome residents who wish to stay for a short time, either to give relatives and care givers a break, or because they need a little bit of extra care to recuperate and return home. |
Subsidised | Yes | Subsidy may be available. |
Private Paying | Yes | We welcome people who are self funded or have insurance cover. |
Booking can be made in advance | Yes | According to bed availability. |
Updated: 15 Jul 2014 |
Features
Feature | Status | Details |
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May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | Residents are welcome to personalise their room. We understand the importance of making it feel like home. |
Single Rooms | Yes | We have nicely appointed single rooms. |
Shared Rooms | Yes | We have no shared rooms, although we would accommodate a husband and wife, who wished to have the same room - negotiable and subject to availability. |
Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | |
Ensuite | Yes | We have a number of rooms available with ensuites. Additional charges apply to these rooms. |
Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | We are happy to discuss options for your pets. |
Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | You are welcome to have a phone and internet installed at your own cost. |
Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | We have under floor heating, that can be adjusted in sections of the care home. |
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | We discuss your special needs prior to admission. |
Lounges/seating areas | Yes | |
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 | No | It is our privilege to care for people nearing the end of their life. We work closely with GP's and Hospice to provide this care. |
Palliative Care Contract | Yes | Individual funding may be available. Ask your GP or the hospital for more details. |
Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | It is possible for people to join us during the day and return home at night. |
Outings | Yes | As part of the activities program regular trips are provided to the local community. These can include shopping, sight seeing and picnics. |
Whānau Room | Yes | We have areas available where residents and their families can spend quiet time together. |
Māori Kaupapa | Yes | We respect all cultures. |
Residents Committee | Yes | We have a care home residents group with regular meetings. Bupa also has a National Residents and Relatives Association. |
Family Committee | Yes | We welcome family input and hold family forums on a regular basis. |
Newsletter | Yes | The care homes newsletter is published on a regular basis. |
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. |
Smokers Room | Yes | Smoking is permitted within the smoker's room provided. |
Smoking Permitted | Yes | Only in the smoking area. |
Updated: 15 Jul 2014 |
Special Features
Lake Wakatipu Home and Hospital is a lovely boutique home with cosy lounges and fantastic views of the lake from a number of rooms. There are a range of room options to choose from including ensuites, single, shared or double rooms. We are located within walking distance of Queenstown airport. |
Updated: 1 Jun 2021 |
Interests & Activities
A range of activities happen each day on an individual and group level which changes on a regular basis. We cater for people's special interests and hobbies. It is important to us that you live your day your way. |
Updated: 15 Jul 2014 |
Additional Information
Topic | Details | |
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What's included in your fees and what's not | A government subsidy may be available for part or all of your care. | |
Staffing qualifications and details | Lake Wakatipu meets all recommended staffing levels for residential care. | |
Details about meals | Our menus are dietitian approved and cater to individual preferences and requirements. | |
Updated: 1 Jun 2021 |
The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.