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Waireka Lifecare - Rest Home

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Vacancy
Yes
Name
Waireka Lifecare
Category
Rest Home
Address
11 Halls Rd
Pahiatua
Pahiatua 4910
Region
MidCentral
Phone
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Fax
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Email
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Web
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Personnel
Manager
Carol Hauraki - 06 376 8629
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Waireka Care Home offers personalised rest home and hospital care in a peaceful rural location, in Pahiatua.

We pride ourselves in shaping our days around the needs and preferences of our residents. We say “your day – your way”. This means putting each resident in charge of their own day – from when they want to get up, to when and how they like their care. We also make sure there’s plenty of leisure activity and entertainment that they can choose to join in if they wish.

Above all, our kind staff respect our resident’s rights to independence and dignity.

Our residents make their rooms their own – some with photos and ornaments, others with their own curtains, wall hangings and bedspreads.

Friends and family are welcome at any time, and can share a meal, a coffee or some of our entertainment – 7 days a week.

We would be delighted to have the opportunity to talk with you about our care. Please phone our Care Home Manager, Carol Hauraki on (06) 376 8629 or feel free to drop in.
Service/Facility Details
Service/Facility Details
Detail Status
Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Yes
Certification Yes
ORA Applies No

Updated: 17 Mar 2014

Bed and Vacancy Details
Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail Status
Approximate number of beds at this level of care 37
Vacancy Yes
Case by case - wait list available
Impending vacancy No - Please consult with Care Home
Short stay considered Yes
Premium Accommodation Charges Some Rooms from $2.00/day up to $6.00/day as at 04 Dec 2024
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: 5 Dec 2024

Testimonials
Testimonials
"Staff, their friendliness and professionalism"

"Feeling contented"

"We are well cared for"

"The staff listen to you and take your information on board, willing to help, to make life a little better"

"My emotional needs are genuinely met"

"Would highly recomment this home"

"Staff are always friendly and welcoming"

Updated: 23 Oct 2014

Personnel
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.
Nurse Practitioner Yes We work closely with the Nurse Practitioners from the Health of Older Persons Service.
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 Available by referral.
Occupational Therapist Yes On referral to MidCentral Health Board.
Diversional Therapist Yes On site Monday to Friday with a variety of activities available.
Hairdresser Yes Our hairdresser visits on a regular basis and provides a great service at a reasonable price.
Podiatrist Yes Our skilled podiatrist visits monthly or as required.
Dietitian Yes All menus are dietitian approved. Our dietitian is available for general advice and oversees special needs.
Accredited Visitors Yes This can be arranged on an individual basis.
Kaumatua Yes
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor Yes Regular services are taken at Waireka and visits from Chaplains are available on request.
Other Personnel Yes A wide range of entertainers - Allied Health Professionals as needed - A GP who visits regularly and is also available on call.

Updated: 15 Oct 2014

Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise Status Details
Oxygen Management Yes
Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management Yes
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.
Dialysis Yes
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 resident's needs and provide a range of continence products with visits by community nurse specialist on request.
Stomal Therapy Yes We manage resident's needs and provide a range of products with visits by community nurse specialist on request.
Stroke Rehabilitation Yes
Tracheotomy Care Yes
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 are able to access this service.
Community Health Yes We link with community health professionals as required.
Clinical Management Yes Our Clinical Manager works closely with Registered Nurses, Caregivers and families to ensure your loved one receives excellent and seamless care.

Updated: 30 Oct 2014

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 welcome residents who wish to stay for a short time, either to give relatives and caregivers 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 caregivers a break, or because they need a little bit of extra care to recuperate and return home.
Subsidised Yes A subsidy may be available.
Private Paying Yes We welcome people who are self funding or have insurance cover.
Booking can be made in advance Yes According to bed availability.

Updated: 6 Oct 2014

Features
Features
Feature Status Details
May Bring Own Furniture Yes Residents are welcome to personalise their rooms. We understand the importance of making it feel like home.
Single Rooms Yes
Rooms suitable for a couple Yes
Alcohol Permitted Yes
Pets In Residence Yes Cat, Canary.
Negotiate To Bring Own Pet Yes We are happy to discuss options for your pets.
Resident can adjust heating in own room Yes Radiators in each bedroom which can be controlled to individual needs
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability Yes We can discuss your special needs prior to admission.
Lounges/seating areas Yes One large lounge, numerous small seating areas.
Provide 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.
Palliative Care Contract Yes Individual funding may be available. Askyour 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 homes residents group with regular meetings.
Family Committee Yes Combined with the residents committee above.
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.
Rural Setting Yes Located on outskirts of Pahiatua. There are a variety of rural landscapes that residents can enjoy from different parts of the home.
Smokers Room Yes Smokers' conservatory.
Smoking Permitted Yes Smoking is permitted in the designated area.

Updated: 11 Jul 2023

Special Features
Special Features
Waireka Lifecare provides 24 hour nursing care, by friendly considerate staff, who respect the residents' rights of independence and dignity.

When entering the main entrance visitors are greeted by a warm spacious reception area, with attractive decor. The furnishings and fittings are of a luxury standard as Waireka believes that people deserve the best in their advancing years.

General Practitioners Rooms. These two Doctors rooms are used by members of the public who need short or long term observation, or who are undergoing rehabilitiation. The admission to these rooms is made by the GP, not by the home staff.

Large outdoor walking area and gardens. A Stable caring staff in a homely environment with a high level of staff education.


The team at Waireka Lifecare is passionate about helping older New Zealanders to get the most out of life. Our strong caring ethics, dedication and respect are valued by people at some of the most vulnerable times in their lives –so trust is intrinsic to the way we work.

Updated: 11 Jul 2023

Interests & Activities
Interests & Activities
A range of activities happen each day on an individual and group level which changes on a regular basis. We cater for peoples special interests and hobbies. It is important to us that you live your day your way.

Updated: 6 Oct 2014

Additional Information
Additional Information
Topic Details
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 Waireka Lifecare meets all recommended staffing levels for residential care.
Details about meals Our menus are dietitian approved and cater to individual preferences and requirements.
Associated Complexes We are part of NZ Aged Care Services, a specialist aged care provider. NZ Aged Care Services also has retirement villages available throughout New Zealand

Updated: 11 Jul 2023

Languages Spoken
Languages Spoken
Language Status Details
Dutch Yes
English Yes
Interpreter Yes We are happy to access this service as required.
Māori - Te Reo Yes
Polish Yes

Updated: 17 Mar 2014

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations Status Details
Anglican Yes
Brethren Yes
Christian Yes
Denominations/Faiths represented Yes
Jehovah Witness Yes
Methodist Yes
Presbyterian Yes
Roman Catholic Yes
Salvation Army Yes
Seventh Day Adventist Yes
(Other comments) Yes Residents are encouraged to continue to worship in the church of their choice. We will aid contact with whomever group a resident wishes to affiliate with.

Updated: 17 Mar 2014

Distances
Distances
Location Distance Details
Public Transport 0.00 Km
Shops 2.00 Km
Mall 0.00 Km
Parks 2.00 Km
Library 2.00 Km On site library has many books with large print. Visits to town library.

Updated: 17 Mar 2014


The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.