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Ranburn

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Vacancy
Soon
Name
Ranburn
Category
Rest Home
Address
7 Nova Scotia Drive
Waipu
Northland 0510
Postal Address
Same as above
Region
Northland
Phone
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Fax
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Email
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Web
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Personnel
Manager
Sarah Doran - 027 220 2026
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Contact us today to see what a positive move to Ultimate Care Ranburn can make in your life. 

 

At Alden, we believe that all our elders deserve compassionate, trusted and respectful care, no matter their means or background. Our Ranburn home has been part of the coastal community of Waipū, Northland, for the past 20 years. Only 40 minutes from Whangarei, Ranburn offers a rural lifestyle while still being in the heart of the Waipū community and town centre.

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:
• Rest home and hospital care
• Dementia care
• Registered Nurse on site 24 hours a day
• Rural outlook and attractive gardens
• Open-ended visiting hours
• Activities programme
• Hairdresser, podiatrist and physiotherapist
• Regular happy hour
• Dietician-approved meals and catering for special diets

Close to:
• Four Square Waipu
• Medical centre
• Beaches
• Cafe
• Musuem

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
Service/Facility Details
Detail Status
Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Yes
Certification Yes
ORA Applies No

Updated: 15 Aug 2025

Bed and Vacancy Details
Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail Status
Approximate number of beds at this level of care 32
Vacancy Soon
Impending vacancy Yes
Short stay considered No
Premium Accommodation Charges Some Rooms from $10.00/day up to $20.00/day as at 27 Aug 2025
MOH Certification and Audit Report View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab)

Updated: 4 Sep 2025

Testimonials
Testimonials
"The day time Caregivers are certainly helpful and available, they know my mother, know us and keep us updated.  I love the activity people they are so lovely and what cool stuff they are doing in the main area  The Facebook page is awesome, so see what everyone gets up to is so cool, it really connects us".

"The staff who are caring for mum are wonderful.  Having the same staff in the hospital wing has made it easier for mum to settle in and for me to know how mum was coping".

"Nursing and care staff are excellent".

Updated: 20 Aug 2025

Personnel
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.
Enrolled Nurse Yes Our excellent Enrolled Nurses are part of our dedicated team of nurses, providing support to our Registered Nurses and guidance to our Caregivers.
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 Yes Our physiotherapist visits regularly, by appointment/referral. These services are fully funded.
Occupational Therapist Negotiable We have access to a qualified Occupational therapist who can assess our residents' needs.
Social Worker (on site) Negotiable We have access to a community social worker that can be arranged on an individual basis as required.
Activities Co-ordinator Yes Our activities coordinator delivers a varied programme to our residents 5 days per week. Our activities programme is regularly updated and promises to cater to a variety of interests and needs. Our programme incorporates day trips, one-to-one sessions and group sessions. Enquiries are most welcome to view our programme.
Hairdresser Yes Our hairdresser visits regularly, by appointment. These services are provided at the residents own cost.
Podiatrist Yes Our podiatrist visits regularly, by appointment. These services are fully funded.
Dietitian Negotiable 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
Kaumatua Negotiable We have access to Maori cultural groups and this can be arranged on an individual basis as required.
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor Negotiable We can access a Chaplain 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, as well as having a National Clinical Coach who ensures the clinical aspect of our service delivery is upheld.

Updated: 2 Sep 2025

Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise Status Details
Oxygen Management Yes We have medical oxygen available and concentrator amchines for those on longer term use with some dependency.
Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management Yes Our Registered Nurses can safely manage the delicate needs of someone requiring nasogastric feeding.
End of Life/Palliative Care Yes Our clinical staff are trained to provide the best possible care and provide support to our residents families. We are trained to ensure our residents end stage of life requirements are met with dignity.
Wound Care Yes Ultimate Care Group has its own wound care nurse specialist who monitors best practice at all times and ensures our registered nurses practice wound management at a very high leve.
Diabetic Care Yes Our staff are educated in the management of diabetes and we utilise the skills of the diabetes nurse specialist through the DHB
Continence Advice Yes A continence nurse advisor is available to call on us for any concerns, interests or training required.
Stomal Therapy No We do have access to the stoma nurse via the DHB. She will make visits to the facility.
Stroke Rehabilitation Yes Any resident who suffers from a stroke our team of dedicated staff will assist with a rehabilitation programmme
Infection Control Yes Our organisation has an Infection Control Programme that has been endorsed by the Medical Officer of Health in the South Island
Surgical Followup Yes If care following surgery is needed we can assist you during convalesence and follow a planned treatment regime
Clinical Management Yes We have a full time clinical nurse manager who oversees our clinical teams and ensures high standard of care is delivered

Updated: 20 Aug 2025

Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
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.

Updated: 20 Aug 2025

Features
Features
Feature Status Details
May Bring Own Furniture Yes Residents are welcome to bring their own furniture and belongings suitable to area and room size.
Single Rooms Yes Yes we have single rooms some with en-suites and some with shared bathrooms
Shared Rooms Yes We have 2 double rooms more suited for couples
Rooms suitable for a couple Yes We have two rooms that would be suitable for married couples
Ensuite Yes We have 12 rooms with ensuites
Alcohol Permitted Yes We have happy hour each Thursday
Pets In Residence Yes The pets in residense are totally cared for by the resident, vetted, health prog.
Negotiate To Bring Own Pet Yes We are happy to consider your pet should you wish to bring a pet to the residence
Phone Access In Own Room Yes Private cost for in room connection. Cordless phones are available however.
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability Yes We will discuss any residents needs under the age of 65 years on a case by case
Lounges/seating areas Yes We have a main lounge and an alcove lounge
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 Outings are held on a weekly basis.
Whānau Room Yes We do have a visitors area
Newsletter Yes We have a monthly newsletter that is circulated to all our residents and families
Policy for management of challenging behaviour Yes Our staff are trained to manage any challenging behavior. 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.
Rural Setting Yes We have a beautiful rural setting that provides peace and tranquility
Smokers Room Yes We have a designation outdoor area.
Smoking Permitted Yes Only in designated area

Updated: 20 Aug 2025

Special Features
Special Features
Great happy hour and entertainment on a weekly basis, really enjoyed by all residents. Tai chi 3 x weekly.

Updated: 20 Aug 2025

Interests & Activities
Interests & Activities
Activity programme, Advocate, Art, Billiards, Bingo, Big print books, Board games, Bowls, Bridge, Cards, Church, Classical Music, Concerts, Digital camera, Entertainers, Exercises, Games, Gardening, Happy Hour, Housie, Jigsaw, Indoor Games, Library, Tai Chi, Weekly outings, walk to local cafes for coffee etc.., Sky TV in main lounge with Big Screen TV. Museum within walking distance. SPCA and other animal visits. Out door BBQ prepared for residents.

Updated: 20 Aug 2025

Additional Information
Additional Information
Topic Details
What's included in your fees and what's not Please contact us for further details
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, Respite Care, Dementia Care, Palliative Care and a Day Programme. There is also an independent living Retirement Village on site. Alden Ranburn operates under the governance of the Ultimate Care Group Ltd with 19 care facilities nation wide.

Updated: 29 Aug 2025

Languages Spoken
Languages Spoken
Language Status Details
Afrikaans Yes
Croatian Yes
Dutch Yes
English Yes
Fijian Yes
Fijian Indian Yes
Filipino Yes
Japanese Yes
Māori - Te Reo Yes
Other Details Yes We can arrange a translator service should you require them.

Updated: 20 Aug 2025

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations Status Details
Anglican Yes
Presbyterian Yes
Roman Catholic Yes communion
(Other comments) Yes Other Faiths can be sourced by the Facility to see if there's a local representation.

Updated: 20 Aug 2025

Ethnic Diets
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.

Updated: 28 Aug 2025

Distances
Distances
Location Distance Details
Shops 0.25 Km close access to chemist, four square, museum, Malcolm Harker herbalist, Lotto shop, post shop
Parks close proximity, easy paved walkways to bowls and rugby field
Library within 50 mtrs

Updated: 20 Aug 2025

Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership RC Status Details
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) Yes
Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) Yes
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA)

Updated: 20 Aug 2025


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