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Rose Court

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Vacancy
Yes
Care Suite Vacancy
Yes
Name
Rose Court
Category
Rest Home
Address
115A Rose St
Somerfield
Christchurch 8024
Region
Canterbury
Phone
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Email
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Web
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Personnel
Manager
Rachelle Fitzgerald - 027 204 5052
Southern Villages Manager
Andrew Lange - 027 215 8220
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. Our residents love being located in a quiet residential street, nestled amongst lovely homes and a caring neighbourhood.

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 on site 24 hours a day
• Open-ended visiting hours
• Activities programme
• Hairdresser, podiatrist and physiotherapist
• Dietician-approved meals and catering for special diets
• Regular happy hour

Close to:
• Supermarket
• Medical centre
• Local churches
• Shopping centre
• Library
• Bowling club

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 30
Vacancy Yes
Respite care can be considered.
Impending vacancy Yes
Short stay considered Yes
Premium Accommodation Charges Yes from $10.00/day up to $35.00/day as at 20 Aug 2025
MOH Certification and Audit Report View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab)

Updated: 4 Sep 2025

Care Suite Bed and Vacancy Details
Care Suite Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail Status
Approximate number of beds at this level of care 21
Care Suite Vacancy Yes
Care Suite Impending vacancy Yes
Care Suite Short stay considered No
MOH Certification and Audit Report View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab)

Updated: 4 Sep 2025

Testimonials
Testimonials
"All dealings with staff have been friendly and polite, a great team".

"The staff are always smiling and ready with a quick 'hello' as we pass them". They are friendly welcoming and responsive"

"Kindness, respectful care, lovely staff, good meals, welcoming and lovely gardens".

" To the wonderful team at Rose Court. Thank you all so much for the incredible care and tenderness you showed our much-loved Dad"

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 If oxygen therapy is prescribed we have a team of staff who can manage your requirement.
End of Life/Palliative Care Yes We have a team of dedicated staff who will provide the best possible care for any of our residents who are at the end stage of life or require palliative care for a period of time. This end-stage of life care is overseen by our National Clinical Coach
Wound Care Yes Our team of registered nurses are skilled in managing wounds should they arise. Our National Clinical Coach is also our wound expert for the company who has regular input into wound care plans.
Diabetic Care Yes We have trained staff who can manage any needs with regards to diabetic management.
Clinical Management Yes We have a full time clinical services manager who is well supported by our National Clinical Coach and the Wellington National Support team.

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 We offer respite services. Our respite service provides short-term breaks for the carers of a disabled person, while also providing a positive, stimulating and worthwhile experience and allows you the carer to also have a break. Please Note: Respite care is available however, some conditions may apply
Carer Support Yes If you are receiving carer support as a result of looking after someone and you would like a break, you can use choose short term residential care and pay for this out of the carer support subsidy you receive.
Subsidised Yes Yes, we provided subsidised services.
Private Paying Yes Yes, we provide private paying services.
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: 28 Aug 2025

Features
Features
Feature Status Details
May Bring Own Furniture Yes Residents are welcome to bring their own furniture with them (subject to space and safety constraints).
Single Rooms Yes
Ensuite Yes
Alcohol Permitted Yes We have a regular Happy Hour. Residents are welcome to consume their own alcohol within reason.
Phone Access In Own Room Yes A personal phone line can be arranged. Additional fees apply.
Wifi Yes
Lounges/seating areas Yes 3 separate lounges. Seating outside in sheltered areas. Sunny conservatory.
Day Programme for day stay clients Yes
Outings Yes We have bus outings to visit points of interest as well as organised day outings throughout the year.
Residents Committee Yes We have residents meetings once every two months where issues can be discussed and suggestions can be made. Family members are welcome to attend these meetings.
Newsletter Yes
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.
Smoking Permitted Yes There is a covered area outside where smoking is permitted.

Updated: 20 Aug 2025

Special Features
Special Features
Hands on management team with many years of experience in working with the elderly. We offer quality care in relaxing, quiet, comfortable surrounds with a tranquil garden setting.

Updated: 20 Aug 2025

Interests & Activities
Interests & Activities
Beautiful gardens, housie, cards, newspaper readings, quizzes, crossword, bowls dominoes, quoits, grip darts, exercise to music, yatzee, bag-a-tel, petanque, activity programme, art, cards, religious services, entertainment, entertainers, exercises, garden, happy hour, indoor games, library, big print books, music, movies, newspaper reading, in house small shop, outings, Breakfast in bed

Updated: 20 Aug 2025

Additional Information
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, Respite Care, and Palliative Care. There is also an independent living Retirement Village on site. Alden Rose Court 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
Chinese Yes
English Yes
Filipino Yes
Interpreter Yes Available on request
Mandarin Yes
Samoan Yes
Other Information 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
Baptist Yes
Christian Yes
Denominations/Faiths represented Yes
Inter denominational Yes Interdenominational service each third Thursday of the month
Methodist Yes
Presbyterian Yes
Roman Catholic Yes
(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
Public Transport 0.50 Km 'Orbiter' bus and main transport.
Shops 1.00 Km Dairy at corner of street.
Mall 2.00 Km Barrington Mall.
Parks 0.50 Km Pioneer Park and Indoor Stadium.
Library 2.00 Km We have books delivered to the rest home and can order from the Speydon Library.

Updated: 20 Aug 2025

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

Updated: 20 Aug 2025


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