Fitzroy of Merivale (Family Owned)
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Soon
- Name
- Fitzroy of Merivale (Family Owned)
- Category
- Rest Home
- Address
- 4 McDougall Avenue
Merivale
Christchurch 8014 - Region
- Canterbury
- Phone
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- Fax
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- Mobile
- View Mobile Number
- View Email Address
- Web
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Personnel
- Manager
- Vanessa Pirie - 027 5155576
- Owner
- Pirie Family - 0275550241
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Are you looking for a beautiful boutique rest home in Christchurch?
LIVING WITH DIGNITY is our mission statement and our aim.
We are a boutique Rest Home. View our elegant surroundings, beautiful established gardens and meet our dedicated, caring staff.
At Fitzroy of Merivale, all of our residential suites are large rooms with an ensuite, tea/coffee making facilities and direct access out to your own garden/patio area.
All 30 residential suites are under one roof with 24hour staffing and nursing care.
A weekly fee includes your care, all meals, outings, entertainment, laundering of personal clothing, bed linen and towels, and regular cleaning of your suite.
We welcome all enquiries and invite you and your family to arrange a time to visit the facility.
LIVING WITH DIGNITY is our mission statement and our aim.
We are a boutique Rest Home. View our elegant surroundings, beautiful established gardens and meet our dedicated, caring staff.
At Fitzroy of Merivale, all of our residential suites are large rooms with an ensuite, tea/coffee making facilities and direct access out to your own garden/patio area.
All 30 residential suites are under one roof with 24hour staffing and nursing care.
A weekly fee includes your care, all meals, outings, entertainment, laundering of personal clothing, bed linen and towels, and regular cleaning of your suite.
We welcome all enquiries and invite you and your family to arrange a time to visit the facility.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 9 Apr 2016 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 30 |
| Vacancy | Soon |
| Respite always welcome. If you would like a facility tour, brochure and information sent to you, please Ph 3555 888 or 027 515 5576 . | |
| Impending vacancy | Yes - Large sunny rooms with ensuite |
| Short stay considered | Yes |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms as at 12 Mar 2025 |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | No |
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Updated: 18 Jul 2025 |
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Testimonials
| I have enjoyed working at Fitzroy over the past 14 years, being a smaller Rest Home allows me to get to know everyone. Assisting them in their daily needs and getting to know each persons idiosyncrasies, which helps the transition from their family homes to their new home with us. Keri Smith - Senior Caregiver/Team Leader I have been living at "Fitzroy of Merivale" for the past 4 years and what a wonderful time it has been for me. I am fortunate and enjoy two adjoining rooms with my own outdoor area, morning sun and an affectionate "adopted" cat. We are always looking for new friends to share our beautiful home. Whether it is the warmth and caring staff or the proximity to Merivale and all it has to offer, I can sincerely recommend "Fitzroy" as a place to live, in comfort, style and security of knowing one needs are always being met. Mrs Davies - Resident "My mother moved into Fitzroy in early 2011 when the earthquakes got too much for her to continue living by herself. Since then she continues to enjoy life there being looked after in a very cozy environment with good food, company and a full programme of activities. It gives my family a real sense of peace of mind that mother is well cared for. Anne Harvey - Christchurch "My mother was extremely well cared for in the almost 4 years she lived at Fitzroy. Fitzroy provides a unique, tranquil atmosphere where people can maintain their dignity when they can no longer live in their own homes. Our family was most grateful for the way staff met our mothers needs, particularly when her health failed. Thank you" Dr Richard Acland - Fendalton |
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Updated: 29 Jun 2017 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 40 | Yes | |
| Enrolled Nurse | 40 | Yes | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
| Physiotherapist | Yes | ||
| Diversional Therapist | 32 | Yes | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | ||
| Hairdresser | 6 | Yes | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | ||
| Dietitian | Yes | ||
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | ||
| Kaumatua | Yes | ||
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | ||
| Other Personnel | Yes | ||
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Updated: 6 Aug 2018 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Wound Care | Yes | We can access advice and specialist services as necessary,clinical staff attend wound care education/seminars to ensure currency and best practice. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | We can care for diabetics |
| Continence Advice | No | We can access advice as necessary |
| Infection Control | Yes | We have an infection control Nurse and Committee who liase with the microbiologists at Southern Community Laboritories as necessary. |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | We provide convalescent care following surgery. |
| Clinical Management | Yes | We have an experienced Clinical Co-ordinator |
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Updated: 11 Sep 2013 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | Respite care always welcome. MOH funded or private. |
| Carer Support | Yes | |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | |
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Updated: 11 Sep 2013 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | We have several units with adjoining doors. |
| Ensuite | Yes | All units have ensuites |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | We have a "House" cat |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Individual phone lines to each unit. |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | We have central heating adjustable in each unit. |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | |
| Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | By arrangement. No transport available. |
| Outings | Yes | |
| Residents Committee | No | Residents have chosen not to have a committee. They are able to talk to the Nurse Manager directly. |
| Newsletter | Yes | |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
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Updated: 21 Oct 2013 |
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Special Features
| Close to shopping Malls, cafes, restaurants, doctors, physio, dentists and podiatrists in the heart of Merivale with the local bus route nearby. |
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Updated: 29 May 2013 |
Interests & Activities
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Many and varied to suit residents' needs. Activity programme, with monthly theme. BBQ Bowls Board Games Bridge Outings Church service twice a month Computer with e-mail , Entertainers , Exercises , Fax , Games , Golf , Happy hour , Housie , Internet , Library , Mah Jong , Minibus , Movies , Outings , Cocktail Parties , Pianist , Quizzes , Reading , Gardens , Shopping , Video & DVD , Visitors |
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Updated: 30 Jun 2012 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | Please contact Management for a list of costs and a brochure | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | We have a high staff - resident ratio. All staff are experienced and have trained with the ACE training programme. | |
| Details about meals | Menu for each season on 4 week cycle. Breakfast in bed, lunch at midday, dinner at 6pm, plus morning and afternoon tea. Special diets catered for. | |
| Associated Complexes | Situated next door to Nurse Maude shop. | |
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Updated: 18 Jul 2023 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| English | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | Available if required |
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Updated: 21 Oct 2013 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | |
| Baptist | Yes | |
| Christian | Yes | |
| Denominations/Faiths represented | Yes | As required |
| Inter denominational | Yes | |
| Presbyterian | Yes | |
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Updated: 21 Oct 2013 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.10 Km | |
| Shops | 0.10 Km | |
| Mall | 0.50 Km | |
| Parks | 1.00 Km | |
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Updated: 21 Oct 2013 |
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Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| National Certificate in Diversional Therapy | Yes | Our Diversional Therapist is qualified and experienced |
| Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
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Updated: 19 Nov 2014 |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.