FOR IMMEDIATE SALE

WINDSORCARE Retirement Village situated opposite The Palms Shopping Centre in Shirley, Christchurch have 6 brand new townhouses for sale.  

We are holding an OPEN DAY on Sunday 24th of January 2021 from 10am to 12pm

Please come along to view, we would love to see you there.

WINDSORCARE is one of the oldest most established retirement villages in the East of Christchurch operating for over 60 years.  In addition to our 49 established cottages, we now have a further 8 new villas added to our independent living community.

We offer continuing care via our Rest Home, Hospital and Dementia units.  These units are at a premium as our reputation as a first class health care provider is excellent and our staff to resident levels are higher than most.  As an owner of an independent townhouse or cottage you will have preference if a space becomes available giving you peace of mind and security.

For more information please email: sales@windsorcare.co.nz or call us:  03 385 3179

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Are you looking for Rest home care or day care? We can help. 

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Room Vacancy Status

We currently have one vacancy. All rooms have an ensuite toilet and there is a mix of sizes and configurations such as those with glass sliding door to a garden courtyard or others with views toward the Waitakere ranges, Royal Heights Park or Auckland City and the bridge. Please call us to discuss.

We welcome visits to view the great resources our facility has for residents and our day stay clients. Book a visit by calling 09 833 9333 or to have a chat about your needs.

Day Stay

Please note: Our Day Care Programme is operating as usual.

Please have a chat to us about our day stay service These can be either regular or occasional. Join in the activities, entertainment and meet our friendly residents and staff. This is a booked service so we do need to discuss your day care needs before hand.

Royal Heights is proud to have achieved four years certification (twice running).

DOWNSIZING OR DECLUTTERING & NEED SOME HELP?

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Call 021 227 3345 for a FREE, half hour consultation. 

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WE DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY ... AND IT WORKS.

WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT US?

• Our Vision and Values – Are the cornerstone of all we do. We select our staff based upon our vision and values. This means we attract the right people and have a great staff retention. Staff have a high level of job satisfaction and many opportunities to grow which naturally results in best performance and positively impacts upon our residents’ well being.
•  
• Open home – Our families are always welcome. You have an open invitation to share mealtimes with your loved one, at no charge. We want you to have as much special time with your loved one as possible. This benefits us all.
•  
•  Small Homes  – Small homes mean that the environment feels more normalised, and residents orientate to their environment more easily.. There is a family feel. We get to know our residents very well. There are fewer faces to get to know. There is a higher staff ratio than in many larger facilities.
•  
• Open Plan kitchens - Purpose designed kitchens mean that residents and their families have full, assisted and safe access to familiar homely activities. People can help rinse the dishes, make a cup of tea, wipe down the bench, and be part of the running of their home. Baking and cooking activities occur regularly.
•  
• Bedrooms – Are warm and cosy. There is under-floor heating as well as wall unit heating. People are encouraged to bring special things from home, to make their room feel familiar and homely. We provide all of the necessities.
•  
•  Family Support  – Our families have the opportunity to meet monthly with an independent facilitator to share thoughts, feelings and concerns about having a loved one in care. At Levin and Waikanae support is available over the phone.
•  
• Special Programmes for Families - We enjoy having two special courses for our families: ‘Orientation For Families’ and ‘Sharing the Journey’. These courses help people to settle into having a loved one in care, and provide information about dementia and improving the quality of the journey with your loved one in care.
•  
• Our team: Our staff team are hand-picked and are with us because they love working with people who have dementia. They are given many opportunities to grow within the organisation and are supported to be their very best. We provide them with free medical attention and  staff support from ‘Work Place Support’ . They are also given much in the way of Education. We are great believers in the power of education and support for growth.
•  
• Education - We have an Education Coordinator who coordinates , supports, motivates and encourages staff to grow and develop as much as possible.
•  
• Best Friends Approach to Dementia Care training – All our staff attend this training as a part of their comprehensive ‘orientation’ program. It is based on the ground-breaking work of Virginia Bell and David Troxell, and originated in the U.S.A. The main focus is on developing empathy, communication and an understanding of our residents’ needs.
•  
• Non Violent Crisis Intervention – This is an internationally recognised qualification that we encourage all staff members to participate in.  This course supports what is learnt in the Best Friends Approach to Care training.
•  
• Intercultural training – Our staff team have the opportunity to be a part of  comprehensive training around intercultural awareness. This training is designed to help staff understand the varying cultural needs  of our residents, as well as fellow staff members.
•  
• Occupational Therapy – We have a very experienced Occupational Therapist who leads our team of Diversional Therapists.  She is also available for consulting regarding residents’ specific needs and/or behaviours of concern.
•  
• Physiotherapist – Our Physiotherapist visits our home regularly.
•  
• Dietician – Our dietician is on site on a regular basis and is available for advice at anytime.
•  
• Community Care – We have a proactive approach  to education for the wider community around dementia care.
•  
• We speak at both national and international  conferences  on the subject of excellence in person-centred care. Community education, removing the stigma from dementia and increasing the quality of life for people who have dementia are  passions we love to share with others.

TASMAN REST HOME AND DEMENTIA CARE HAS RECENTLY UNDERGONE EXTENSIVE RENOVATIONS AND LANDSCAPING.

WE HAVE LOVELY NEW OPEN PLAN KITCHENS FOR OUR PEOPLE PROVIDING A STRONGER SENSE OF HOMELINESS AND FURTHER OPPORTUNITY FOR HOMELY ACTIVITIES.

OUR RESIDENTS ARE GREATLY ENJOYING BEING A PART OF 'THE RUNNING' OF THEIR HOME.

THE NEWLY LANDSCAPED GARDEN PATHS AND CHOICE OF PLACES TO SIT IN THE GARDENS, ARE ESPECIALLY ENJOYED WITH THE WARMER WEATHER.

PERSON-CENTRED CARE HIGHLIGHTED AT OPENING OF TASMAN REST HOME 17/02/2012

Warmth, community spirit and a focus on the immense value of people with dementia were the hallmarks of the recent opening of Tasman Rest Home and Dementia Care. The official opening of the renewed and renovated facility began with a warmly welcoming Whaikorero (Blessing and Speech of Welcome) by Archdeacon Harvey Ruru QSM, followed by a waiata. Interest in the new facility was intense among those present. Openness and an eagerness to share and be part of the occasion characterised the involvement of the Nelson community, who were excited about what the facility means in terms of the betterment of aged care in the area. The mayor of Nelson, Aldo Miccio, spoke passionately about the importance of catering for specialised needs of the ageing community, and the need to raise public awareness of the challenges the elderly can encounter. He reminded guests that the staff at Tasman are caring for some of the most vulnerable people among us, and need the support of the community in doing this important work. He emphasised the importance of developing understanding and empathy towards people with dementia, and of supporting them to remain an essential part of our community. Tasman director Alison Hume spoke from the heart about the right of people with dementia to a homely, tranquil and loving home where they are accepted, valued and respected. Her short address honoured the staff who have worked under difficult conditions during the year-long renovation process. Guests were invited to consider what makes a house a ‘home’, what positive things happen in their own home, and what each one of us associates with tranquil family times. This is the atmosphere the staff of Tasman are committed to creating for residents, who are supported by the loving and accepting ‘best friends’ approach to care. “We want this to be a place where people can relax and just ‘be’”, Alison Hume said. The opening of facility was hailed as a ‘truly special day’ for residential care in the Nelson area by National Director of Alzheimer’s NZ, Mr Johan Vos. The facility now offers a full continuum of care, which means that people with dementia are able to stay in one place as their needs change. The facility is also the only home in the NMDHB which offers hospital level dementia care. Mr Vos congratulated the management of Tasman, Tanya Tuscano and Andrew Sheard, and the NMDHB for the proactive way in which they have worked together to provide essential services for people with dementia in the area. The important service provided by Alzheimer’s Nelson in the areas of community education, information and support was also acknowledged. It was vital for local Alzheimer’s bodies to continue to work closely with residential care providers such as Tasman, said Mr Vos. Mr Vos commended Tasman Rest Home and Dementia Care on its philosophy of care, which focuses on care in small homes and in so doing, creates an enhanced sense of wellbeing for a person with dementia. The importance of supporting independence, freedom of choice and the ability to continue with familiar and purposeful activities for people with dementia was also highlighted by Mr Vos. “A person with dementia is still a person that has a right to be treated with dignity, respect, love and compassion as we would any other human being.” The occasion was a celebration of the value and dignity of the elderly people in our community, and reflected the importance of providing them with the best possible care in a homely, loving environment.

 (photograph - Operations manager Andrew Sheard and Alzheimers New Zealand Director Johan Vos).

New website for Dementia Care NZ:

WE DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY ... AND IT WORKS.

WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT US?

• Our Vision and Values – Are the cornerstone of all we do. We select our staff based upon our vision and values. This means we attract the right people and have a great staff retention. Staff have a high level of job satisfaction and many opportunities to grow which naturally results in best performance and positively impacts upon our residents’ well being.
•  
• Open home – Our families are always welcome. You have an open invitation to share mealtimes with your loved one, at no charge. We want you to have as much special time with your loved one as possible. This benefits us all.
•  
•  Small Homes  – Small homes mean that the environment feels more normalised, and residents orientate to their environment more easily.. There is a family feel. We get to know our residents very well. There are fewer faces to get to know. There is a higher staff ratio than in many larger facilities.
•  
• Open Plan kitchens - Purpose designed kitchens mean that residents and their families have full, assisted and safe access to familiar homely activities. People can help rinse the dishes, make a cup of tea, wipe down the bench, and be part of the running of their home. Baking and cooking activities occur regularly.
•  
• Bedrooms – Are warm and cosy. There is under-floor heating as well as wall unit heating. People are encouraged to bring special things from home, to make their room feel familiar and homely. We provide all of the necessities.
•  
•  Family Support  – Our families have the opportunity to meet monthly with an independent facilitator to share thoughts, feelings and concerns about having a loved one in care. At Levin and Waikanae support is available over the phone.
•  
• Special Programmes for Families - We enjoy having two special courses for our families: ‘Orientation For Families’ and ‘Sharing the Journey’. These courses help people to settle into having a loved one in care, and provide information about dementia and improving the quality of the journey with your loved one in care.
•  
• Our team: Our staff team are hand-picked and are with us because they love working with people who have dementia. They are given many opportunities to grow within the organisation and are supported to be their very best. We provide them with free medical attention and  staff support from ‘Work Place Support’ . They are also given much in the way of Education. We are great believers in the power of education and support for growth.
•  
• Education - We have an Education Coordinator who coordinates , supports, motivates and encourages staff to grow and develop as much as possible.
•  
• Best Friends Approach to Dementia Care training – All our staff attend this training as a part of their comprehensive ‘orientation’ program. It is based on the ground-breaking work of Virginia Bell and David Troxell, and originated in the U.S.A. The main focus is on developing empathy, communication and an understanding of our residents’ needs.
•  
• Non Violent Crisis Intervention – This is an internationally recognised qualification that we encourage all staff members to participate in.  This course supports what is learnt in the Best Friends Approach to Care training.
•  
• Intercultural training – Our staff team have the opportunity to be a part of  comprehensive training around intercultural awareness. This training is designed to help staff understand the varying cultural needs  of our residents, as well as fellow staff members.
•  
• Occupational Therapy – We have a very experienced Occupational Therapist who leads our team of Diversional Therapists.  She is also available for consulting regarding residents’ specific needs and/or behaviours of concern.
•  
• Physiotherapist – Our Physiotherapist visits our home regularly.
•  
• Dietician – Our dietician is on site on a regular basis and is available for advice at anytime.
•  
• Community Care – We have a proactive approach  to education for the wider community around dementia care.
•  
• We speak at both national and international  conferences  on the subject of excellence in person-centred care. Community education, removing the stigma from dementia and increasing the quality of life for people who have dementia are  passions we love to share with others.

PERSON-CENTRED CARE HIGHLIGHTED AT OPENING OF TASMAN REST HOME

17/02/2012

Warmth, community spirit and a focus on the immense value of people with dementia were the hallmarks of the recent opening of Tasman Rest Home and Dementia Care.

The official opening of the renewed and renovated facility began with a warmly welcoming Whaikorero (Blessing and Speech of Welcome) by Archdeacon Harvey Ruru QSM, followed by a waiata.

Interest in the new facility was intense among those present. Openness and an eagerness to share and be part of the occasion characterised the involvement of the Nelson community, who were excited about what the facility means in terms of the betterment of aged care in the area.

The mayor of Nelson, Aldo Miccio, spoke passionately about the importance of catering for specialised needs of the ageing community, and the need to raise public awareness of the challenges the elderly can encounter. He reminded guests that the staff at Tasman are caring for some of the most vulnerable people among us, and need the support of the community in doing this important work. He emphasised the importance of developing understanding and empathy towards people with dementia, and of supporting them to remain an essential part of our community.

Tasman director Alison Hume spoke from the heart about the right of people with dementia to a homely, tranquil and loving home where they are accepted, valued and respected. Her short address honoured the staff who have worked under difficult conditions during the year-long renovation process. Guests were invited to consider what makes a house a ‘home’, what positive things happen in their own home, and what each one of us associates with tranquil family times. This is the atmosphere the staff of Tasman are committed to creating for residents, who are supported by the loving and accepting ‘best friends’ approach to care.

“We want this to be a place where people can relax and just ‘be’”, Alison Hume said.

The opening of facility was hailed as a ‘truly special day’ for residential care in the Nelson area by National Director of Alzheimer’s NZ, Mr Johan Vos.

The facility now offers a full continuum of care, which means that people with dementia are able to stay in one place as their needs change. The facility is also the only home in the NMDHB which offers hospital level dementia care.

Mr Vos congratulated the management of Tasman, Tanya Tuscano and Andrew Sheard, and the NMDHB for the proactive way in which they have worked together to provide essential services for people with dementia in the area.

The important service provided by Alzheimer’s Nelson in the areas of community education, information and support was also acknowledged. It was vital for local Alzheimer’s bodies to continue to work closely with residential care providers such as Tasman, said Mr Vos.

Mr Vos commended Tasman Rest Home and Dementia Care on its philosophy of care, which focuses on care in small homes and in so doing, creates an enhanced sense of wellbeing for a person with dementia.

The importance of supporting independence, freedom of choice and the ability to continue with familiar and purposeful activities for people with dementia was also highlighted by Mr Vos. “A person with dementia is still a person that has a right to be treated with dignity, respect, love and compassion as we would any other human being.”

The occasion was a celebration of the value and dignity of the elderly people in our community, and reflected the importance of providing them with the best possible care in a homely, loving environment.

(photograph - Operations manager Andrew Sheard and Alzheimers New Zealand Director Johan Vos).

TASMAN REST HOME AND DEMENTIA CARE HAS RECENTLY UNDERGONE EXTENSIVE RENOVATIONS AND LANDSCAPING.

WE HAVE LOVELY NEW OPEN PLAN KITCHENS FOR OUR PEOPLE PROVIDING A STRONGER SENSE OF HOMELINESS AND FURTHER OPPORTUNITY FOR HOMELY ACTIVITIES.

OUR RESIDENTS ARE GREATLY ENJOYING BEING A PART OF 'THE RUNNING' OF THEIR HOME.

THE NEWLY LANDSCAPED GARDEN PATHS AND CHOICE OF PLACES TO SIT IN THE GARDENS, ARE ESPECIALLY ENJOYED WITH THE WARMER WEATHER.

WE ARE ALSO PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THAT WE ARE ABLE TO OFFER ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR MOVE INTO TASMAN BY WAY OF HELPING TO MOVE FURNITURE, PERSONAL BELONGINGS FROM HOME AND WITH LABELING CLOTHING.

WE UNDERSTAND HOW STRESSFULL AND TIME CONSUMING A MOVE INTO CARE CAN BE.

We have an available 1 bedroom apartment, starting refurbishment now and ready for viewing. Services of your choice can be bought in to ensure you enjoy a quality of life.

Call to make an appointment to view on 021 531 597 and start to enjoy a retirement you deserve.

 This apartment is extremely well priced at entry-level, with a high-quality finish, spacious tiled bathroom and well-appointed kitchen with granite tops. Receiving afternoon sun and located just a 2-minute walk into Broadway Newmarket, this highly desirable apartment won’t stay long on the market.

Apartment 506: This premium fifth floor, 2-bedroom 2-bathroom, apartment (including study nook) boasts Harbour views to Rangitoto Island. This is a rare opportunity to own this spacious home.

Please email sales@lifecareresidences.co.nz or phone 021 531 597 to secure your private viewing.

December 2017:

To our dear friends
It's the end of 2017, a time of reflection on the past year. As always, there have been many moments of joy, laughter, peace and wonder: what we call ‘magic moments’. We are full of gratitude and would like to say thank you to you all. Thank you for encouraging us by being part of this online community. Thank you to the people who visit our homes - it is always lovely to see you. Most of all a very big thank you to those of you who share your family member or friend with us. It is a huge privilege to take care of the people who live here with us in their home. They are a wonderful inspiration to us and we love them dearly.
We would also like to say an enormous thank you to each and every member of our staff team. We appreciate you and value you so much. Thank you for everything you do.
We are grateful for the highs and lows, the challenges and opportunities this past year has brought. Thank you for being part of it.

New website for Dementia Care NZ:

WE DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY ... AND IT WORKS.

WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT US?

• Our Vision and Values – Are the cornerstone of all we do. We select our staff based upon our vision and values. This means we attract the right people and have a great staff retention. Staff have a high level of job satisfaction and many opportunities to grow which naturally results in best performance and positively impacts upon our residents’ well being.
•  
• Open home – Our families are always welcome. You have an open invitation to share mealtimes with your loved one, at no charge. We want you to have as much special time with your loved one as possible. This benefits us all.
•  
•  Small Homes  – Small homes mean that the environment feels more normalised, and residents orientate to their environment more easily.. There is a family feel. We get to know our residents very well. There are fewer faces to get to know. There is a higher staff ratio than in many larger facilities.
•  
• Open Plan kitchens - Purpose designed kitchens mean that residents and their families have full, assisted and safe access to familiar homely activities. People can help rinse the dishes, make a cup of tea, wipe down the bench, and be part of the running of their home. Baking and cooking activities occur regularly.
•  
• Bedrooms – Are warm and cosy. There is under-floor heating as well as wall unit heating. People are encouraged to bring special things from home, to make their room feel familiar and homely. We provide all of the necessities.
•  
•  Family Support  – Our families have the opportunity to meet monthly with an independent facilitator to share thoughts, feelings and concerns about having a loved one in care. At Levin and Waikanae support is available over the phone.
•  
• Special Programmes for Families - We enjoy having two special courses for our families: ‘Orientation For Families’ and ‘Sharing the Journey’. These courses help people to settle into having a loved one in care, and provide information about dementia and improving the quality of the journey with your loved one in care.
•  
• Our team: Our staff team are hand-picked and are with us because they love working with people who have dementia. They are given many opportunities to grow within the organisation and are supported to be their very best. We provide them with free medical attention and  staff support from ‘Work Place Support’ . They are also given much in the way of Education. We are great believers in the power of education and support for growth.
•  
• Education - We have an Education Coordinator who coordinates , supports, motivates and encourages staff to grow and develop as much as possible.
•  
• Best Friends Approach to Dementia Care training – All our staff attend this training as a part of their comprehensive ‘orientation’ program. It is based on the ground-breaking work of Virginia Bell and David Troxell, and originated in the U.S.A. The main focus is on developing empathy, communication and an understanding of our residents’ needs.
•  
• Non Violent Crisis Intervention – This is an internationally recognised qualification that we encourage all staff members to participate in.  This course supports what is learnt in the Best Friends Approach to Care training.
•  
• Intercultural training – Our staff team have the opportunity to be a part of  comprehensive training around intercultural awareness. This training is designed to help staff understand the varying cultural needs  of our residents, as well as fellow staff members.
•  
• Occupational Therapy – We have a very experienced Occupational Therapist who leads our team of Diversional Therapists.  She is also available for consulting regarding residents’ specific needs and/or behaviours of concern.
•  
• Physiotherapist – Our Physiotherapist visits our home regularly.
•  
• Dietician – Our dietician is on site on a regular basis and is available for advice at anytime.
•  
• Community Care – We have a proactive approach  to education for the wider community around dementia care.
•  
• We speak at both national and international  conferences  on the subject of excellence in person-centred care. Community education, removing the stigma from dementia and increasing the quality of life for people who have dementia are  passions we love to share with others.

PERSON-CENTRED CARE HIGHLIGHTED AT OPENING OF TASMAN REST HOME 17/02/2012

Warmth, community spirit and a focus on the immense value of people with dementia were the hallmarks of the recent opening of Tasman Rest Home and Dementia Care. The official opening of the renewed and renovated facility began with a warmly welcoming Whaikorero (Blessing and Speech of Welcome) by Archdeacon Harvey Ruru QSM, followed by a waiata. Interest in the new facility was intense among those present. Openness and an eagerness to share and be part of the occasion characterised the involvement of the Nelson community, who were excited about what the facility means in terms of the betterment of aged care in the area. The mayor of Nelson, Aldo Miccio, spoke passionately about the importance of catering for specialised needs of the ageing community, and the need to raise public awareness of the challenges the elderly can encounter. He reminded guests that the staff at Tasman are caring for some of the most vulnerable people among us, and need the support of the community in doing this important work. He emphasised the importance of developing understanding and empathy towards people with dementia, and of supporting them to remain an essential part of our community. Tasman director Alison Hume spoke from the heart about the right of people with dementia to a homely, tranquil and loving home where they are accepted, valued and respected. Her short address honoured the staff who have worked under difficult conditions during the year-long renovation process. Guests were invited to consider what makes a house a ‘home’, what positive things happen in their own home, and what each one of us associates with tranquil family times. This is the atmosphere the staff of Tasman are committed to creating for residents, who are supported by the loving and accepting ‘best friends’ approach to care. “We want this to be a place where people can relax and just ‘be’”, Alison Hume said. The opening of facility was hailed as a ‘truly special day’ for residential care in the Nelson area by National Director of Alzheimer’s NZ, Mr Johan Vos. The facility now offers a full continuum of care, which means that people with dementia are able to stay in one place as their needs change. The facility is also the only home in the NMDHB which offers hospital level dementia care. Mr Vos congratulated the management of Tasman, Tanya Tuscano and Andrew Sheard, and the NMDHB for the proactive way in which they have worked together to provide essential services for people with dementia in the area. The important service provided by Alzheimer’s Nelson in the areas of community education, information and support was also acknowledged. It was vital for local Alzheimer’s bodies to continue to work closely with residential care providers such as Tasman, said Mr Vos. Mr Vos commended Tasman Rest Home and Dementia Care on its philosophy of care, which focuses on care in small homes and in so doing, creates an enhanced sense of wellbeing for a person with dementia. The importance of supporting independence, freedom of choice and the ability to continue with familiar and purposeful activities for people with dementia was also highlighted by Mr Vos. “A person with dementia is still a person that has a right to be treated with dignity, respect, love and compassion as we would any other human being.” The occasion was a celebration of the value and dignity of the elderly people in our community, and reflected the importance of providing them with the best possible care in a homely, loving environment.

 (photograph - Operations manager Andrew Sheard and Alzheimers New Zealand Director Johan Vos).

REDEVELOPMENT OF TASMAN REST HOME AND DEMENTIA CARE NOW COMPLETE

After a year of extensive work, the expansion and renewal of Tasman Rest Home and Dementia Care is now complete. It now provides a complete continuum of care.

Tasman offers general rest home care, dementia rest home care, and general hospital level care. It also provides specialised psychogeriatric care.

The refurbished 53-bed facility includes a 15-bed rest home/hospital, two 13-bed dementia homes and a 12-bed hospital specialised dementia home.

We are extremely pleased to now be able to offer 24 hour Registered Nurse coverage to all of our people at Tasman.

Following the redevelopment, there are currently rooms available at all levels of care.

Tasman Rest Home and Dementia Care will be officially opened on February 17 by Alzheimers New Zealand National Director, Johan Vos.

 LEE ANDREWS, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, JOINS OUR STAFF

Lee Andrews has recently joined our staff as the Senior Occupational Therapist for the organisation, and as such will be working within, and regularly visiting, all our facilities.

Lee's main role is the provision of an occupational therapy service that enhances the quality of life of our residents. Much of this will be achieved through the ongoing development of, and leadership to, our Diversional Therapy Teams. Because Occupational Therapists specialise in occupational needs for people across the age-spectrum, it is Lee's responsibility to ensure that a balanced, meaningful and respectful programme of activities is offered to all our residents – be it within a group scenario or on an individual basis.

Lee comes to this position with a background in, and passion for, dementia, and will bring inspiration and guidance to all staff working with our residents, in order to enrich their lives.

WE ARE ALSO PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THAT WE ARE ABLE TO OFFER ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR MOVE INTO TASMAN BY WAY OF HELPING TO MOVE FURNITURE, PERSONAL BELONGINGS FROM HOME AND WITH LABELING CLOTHING.

WE UNDERSTAND HOW STRESSFULL AND TIME CONSUMING A MOVE INTO CARE CAN BE.

COMING SOON  -  THE TOPAZ ULTRA

FULL-FEATURED VIDEO MAGNIFIER IN A COMPACT, PORTABLE DESIGN

Introducing a new Freedom Scientific portable video magnifier, the TOPAZ Ultra, featuring a unique folding design, making it extremely easy to take with you wherever you go.

The TOPAZ Ultra is a portable magnifier with a unique folding design, making it extremely easy to take with you wherever you go.

TOPAZ Ultra offers the same reading comfort, ease of use, and functionality as a desktop video magnifier - but in a compact and foldable design. TOPAZ Ultra is the ideal solution for individuals who need a lightweight magnification solution in different locations - at home, in the office or classroom, and on the go. Use the TOPAZ Ultra right out of the box to magnify text and objects up close, in the distance, and even look at yourself with its convenient 3-in-1 camera.

Enjoy crisp, clear, full-HD images on either a 17.3-inch screen. The fully adjustable monitor height makes reading, writing, or viewing at a distance easy at any angle. Our unique folding design makes it convenient to take the TOPAZ Ultra with you, or to store it when you do not need it.

Café Positano 

Open 7 days

930am - 4pm

The Café is open to residents, and the general public,  so come in and have a cuppa in our beautiful new café.

Rowena Jackson has a brand new Café

Café Positano

Open 7 days 

930am-4pm

open to residents and the general public, come in and enjoy a cuppa in our beautiful new café.

We look forward to seeing you

Rowena Jackson has a brand new Café

Café Positano

Open 7 days 

930am-4pm

open to residents and the general public, come in and enjoy a cuppa in our beautiful new café.

We look forward to seeing you

Rowena Jackson has a brand new Café

Café Positano

Open 7 days 

930am-4pm

open to residents and the general public, come in and enjoy a cuppa in our beautiful new café.

We look forward to seeing you.

Our Village Newsletter  "Rowena Rambler"

can be viewed on this link (in blue).

Please note: you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your system to read this.

The Andrew London Trio 21 October at 2pm - tickets $5, RSVP to Raewyn Ellis on 4783422

Red Rose Red Cross 22 October, 10am - support our Charity the NZ Red Cross who will be selling roses for a gold coin donation

Open Weekend 7&8 November, come and tour the village, meet the team and taste our hospitality!

Saturday & Sunday 1000-1500

Twilight Christmas Market 24 November 4pm-7pm, Mulled Wine, Crafts, Gifts, Food and more

Get ready for our New Years Breakfast on 8th January, full cooked bacon & eggs or pancakes, family and friends welcome!

Children's Day at the Village is Wednesday 27 January, ice creams, entertainment, face painting and more!

St Patricks Day preparations underway

Easter Lunch

Our Village Newsletter “Malvina Overtures” can be viewed on this link (in blue).

Please note: you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your system to read this.

Phone Debbie on 5380882 for more information

Charles Chapters, our Winter newsletter is out and available on line. Check out the happenings at our vibrant village.  

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Archer a WINNER!

We are very proud of the fact that Archer Home has won the NZ Aged Advisor South Island Large Care Home Award for the fifth year in a row. Aged Advisor is a NZ-wide consumer feedback website (like Trip Advisor) where residents, families, volunteers and friends can comment on the care and service, special events, meals and gardens, etc.  

Furthermore, Archer Village was a finalist for Top South Island Village.  Over 530 facilities in NZ had been in the competition so we feel honored to have been a finalist.  

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Independent living - Affordable boutique-style apartments from $170,000 - $410,000 at Ultimate Care Rosedale Village available now! 

Contact us today for more information 09 414 1144

www.rosedale.co.nz

Archer a WINNER!

We are very proud of the fact that Archer Home has won the NZ Aged Advisor South Island Large Care Home Award for the fourth year in a row. Aged Advisor is a NZ-wide consumer feedback website (like Trip Advisor) where residents, families, volunteers and friends can comment on the care and service, special events, meals and gardens, etc.  

Furthermore, Archer Village was a finalist for Top South Island Village.  Over 530 facilities in NZ had been in the competition so we feel honored to have been a finalist.  

July 2019

Reign Marcial our new is our new Clinical Nurse Manager now working at Poneke House.  Reign become a Registered Nurse in the Philippines in 2011 and received his New Zealand Nursing registration in March 2017.   After registration he was employed as a Clinical Manager at Ashwood Park, in the South Island.

 He brings with him a raft of experience, incite, knowledge   and accomplishments.  He obtained his Auditor Healthcare Training in 2018 and has implement some changes in this area.  In August 2017 he qualified as an InterRAI assessor, and this has impacted on our Clinical team, by up-skilled our Registered Nurses with reporting changes in each resident.

Reign Marcial our new is our new Clinical Nurse Manager now working at Poneke House.  Reign become a Registered Nurse in the Philippines in 2011 and received his New Zealand Nursing registration in March 2017.   After registration he was employed as a Clinical Manager at Ashwood Park, in the South Island.

 He brings with him a raft of experience, incite, knowledge   and accomplishments.  He obtained his Auditor Healthcare Training in 2018 and has implement some changes in this area.  In August 2017 he qualified as an InterRAI assessor, and this has impacted on our Clinical team, by up-skilled our Registered Nurses with reporting changes in each resident.

26 June 2019

Matariki has started at Poneke House.  Our largest picture depicting Matariki went up on the wall today.  Tomorrow, family and residents will have pictures taken again the backdrop and we will then make them into cards for each resident.  We will also be able to email them for family members that are not able to visit during these events.  Many thanks to our Activities Person for putting in the hard work to make this happen. 

24 October 2018 – Halloween 

Decorating is well under way in our Hospital and Resthome areas.  The resident have been working tirelessly to complete their special items for display .  The lounge and hallways are coming alive with each new creation added to the wall, this bring and injection of colour to Poneke House. Our Poneke House team love having fun together with the resident while making all the different items and it is great to them laughter and have fun.  What we find is that it helps the residents connect with other residents and start forming new friendship which become BFF’s.  This helps them feel loved, important and special especially and more at home, especially when their items go on the walls in any area of the unit.

December 2020

We hope you have had a wonderful festive season and here’s wishing you all the very best for 2021.

Birthdays for the month of December were for Robert Brough on the 12^th, Lindsey Jordan on the 20^th and Glenys Alexander on the 21^st. A cake was provided from our kitchen for morning tea with all the residents.

Sadly, two of our residents passed away, our condolences go out to the families of Bruce Ogilvie and Lindsey Jordan.

We welcome Lena ‘Billy’ Phillips for a short stay with us.

Christmas decorations went up and on the 4^th we took photos of our residents by our new Christmas tree with a copy given out to both residents and family. They are beautiful photos and well done to our caregiver, Vidhi, who did a splendid job!

Peter Whalley was in on the 9^th to entertain in the morning getting everyone to sing along with him.

A morning tea was held on the 10^th where we thanked our Volunteers and handed out gifts, not forgetting the two doggies that visit our residents, Boomer and Cookie. Some of our residents stood up to say their thanks including one of our Registered Nurses, Thelma. There as a delicious spread afterwards which turned out to be a good social event.

Entertainment with Charlie and Marlene went well on the 11^th where they also got residents to join in and sing along. Charlie sang the favourites with some wonderful news songs, ending with a medley of well-known Christmas carols.

The bus trip on the 11^th residents went to Palmers Garden Centre Café for coffee and cake and then a walk in the plants garden.

Our new vinyl was installed in the lounge and dining areas on the weekend of the 12^th and 13^th. This went well. We thank our residents and staff for their patience and understanding with this major disruption. The staff were amazing with serving meals in the rooms and taking extra care of our residents.

Residents went out in the evening on the 17^th in two buses to see the Christmas lights. It is wonderful to see the effort that people make to decorate their houses and gardens.

We invited family to come in and join our residents for a shared family lunch. Staff put on a show, dancing to ‘Jingle Bells’ and then showed a video they had made of all the residents doing dance movements to the same song; an occasion enjoyed by all. Well done staff!

On the 24^th we had our Christmas Happy Hour with Glen Carley entertaining. Residents were given their Christmas presents and photos from Brylyn by Santa with staff dressing up in ‘mufti.’

We had a special Christmas menu for lunch on Christmas day:

Starter: Italian Antipasto Platter: Prosciutto, Salami, Ham, Blue Cheese, Aged Cheddar Cheese, Brie Cheese, Grapes, Olives and Crackers. Prawn Twisters & Lemon Pepper Squid.

Mains: Roast Lamb with Mint Sauce & Gravy. Roast Turkey with Cranberry Jam. Roasted Vegetables -Baby Potatoes, Golden Kumara and Carrots. Fresh Mini Bread Rolls.

Green Salad – Mesclun, Rocket, Tomato, Capsicum, Alfalfa served with Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing.

Dessert: Christmas Pudding and Custard. Mini Lemon Curd Tart. Mini Peach & Passion Fruit Tart.

L & P came in on the 31^st to entertain our residents for the last day of the year with some wonderful music and singing.

Our religious service is held twice a month and a religious discussion in the alternate weeks.

David comes in weekly to do quizzes. We have daily exercises and Bingo sessions twice a week which draws a big crowd. There are games mornings and walks in the fresh air and sunshine. Thank you to our weekend entertainer, Louise.

Keep well everyone, until next month

Regards from all at Brylyn.

November 2020

We are well into spring with summer just around the corner and on the countdown to Christmas!

Our Christmas decorations are up making the facility look very festive.

 We welcome our new resident from Christchurch, Ashley Connor, and hope he will be happy here with us. Ashley celebrated his birthday on the 10^th with a cake from our kitchen to share with all our residents. Happy Birthday Ashley!

On Friday 13^th we had Peter Mudie and his wife in to talk about Bonsai growing where they also displayed some bonsai trees and in the evening the staff celebrated Diwali. We provided Indian food and some staff brought in Indian desserts. There was dancing and the occasion was enjoyed by both residents and staff.

Our surprise lunch on 25^th was Kentucky Fried Chicken (Chicken and Chips in individual boxes) and served with rolls, followed by Brandy Snap and Toffee Sauce pudding.

Happy Hour on the 27^th was a joyous ‘singalong’ occasion with Tipene while he sang and played his guitar with a good variety of songs.

Some of the residents went for a van drive on 30^th to the Jukebox Diner Cafe for coffee and a scone.

Our religious service is held twice a month and a religious discussion in the alternate weeks.

David comes in weekly to do quizzes. We have daily exercises and Bingo sessions twice a week which draws a big crowd now. There are games mornings and walks in the fresh air and sunshine. Our weekend entertainers were Charlie, George, Wendy, Peter and Roy.

Just a friendly note that if you are visiting on the weekend of the 12^th and 13^th of December, we are having new floor vinyl fitted in the lounge and dining room. There will be major disruptions and noise and no entry around that area. Thank you for understanding while this is being done.

Every year we cook a special Christmas lunch here for our Residents and just a friendly reminder that we will be unable to accommodate any family to join us as the facility is full. Good news though that we are full!

Please can you let us know, once you have made your arrangements, if Mum or Dad will be in or out for lunch on the 25^th and what time you will pick them up. Thank you.

Keep well everyone, until next month

Regards from all at Brylyn.

October 2020

We are having such lovely warm spring days, it is certainly good to be out of winter and almost into summer!

This month we celebrated birthdays with a cake from our kitchen for morning tea for Ross Roulston on the 4^th and Wayne Rolton on the 23^rd – Happy Birthday to both gentlemen.

We say thanks to Len who plays the piano for the hymns in the religious services with Reg and Jan and thanks to David who takes religious service and does a quiz with the residents on alternative weeks.

To make it easier for our residents to vote, the ‘special voting box’ was organised here at the facility during the month which proved to be a success.

Residents loved the bus drive on the 9th out to Woodlands and then to Jasen Park. Our second drive of the month on Friday 30^th was out to the Punnet café in Tamahere for coffee.

On the 14^th was our surprise meal and this time it was ‘take out’ pizza followed by a delicious fresh fruit salad and cream. This monthly event proves to be popular with our residents and keeps them guessing as to what the meal could be!

Neil Curgenven came in on the 16^th and gave an interesting talk about the styles of housing in Hamilton going right back in time to the present day. We will certainly get Neil back at a later stage as he has much more to share on various subjects.

Happy hour was on Friday 30^th when we were entertained by Charlie and Marlene – a fun time was had by all.

Bingo remains popular as does the games mornings. Residents are taken outside to enjoy the warm weather days as much as possible. They did a little bit of gardening using the New World miniature potting of the vegetable seeds, had an exercise session outside and went for walks too.

Keep well everyone, until next month

Regards from all at Brylyn.

September 2020

It is just wonderful to be back at level 1.

We are well into the second half of the year and spring is in the air with some wonderful warm days.

This month we celebrated birthdays for Olive Begley on the 14^th, Joyce Park on the 18^th and Ian Stewart on the 21^st with a cake baked in our kitchen - a happy birthday to you all.

On the 1^st we had our spring day celebration with everything yellow. For morning tea we had yellow cupcakes, afternoon tea a yellow cake, at lunch there was a yellow dessert, cold drinks, serviettes and placemats! It turned out to be a lovely sunny day too which was a bonus.

We had a Father’s Day event a little earlier on the 3^rd where we purchased a special morning tea cake, gave out gift bags with a shower and a shaving gel in each and then for all the residents, a small chocolate. The men all sat together at one table. “Parkie” (Raymond Park) cut the cake. After lunch we had the ‘Father’s Day’ Happy Hour. In all it was a special day.

We have had the religious services resumed with Reg and Jan and with David too, who also does a quiz with the residents.

Tipene entertained at our Happy Hour with his wonderful array of songs. Residents are very happy too to have our weekend entertainers back. On the weekend after lockdown we had George and Roy in to entertain.

The monthly surprise lunch meal was held on the 17^th with a meal of pies, chips, peas and gravy. The pies were from Jesters, followed by a new dessert, Banoffee pie. This occasion always goes down well with our ‘family.’

We have introduced a small ‘shopping’ cabinet in the reception area for residents to view and purchase any toiletry items they may need or cold drinks and snacks.

We are getting a good turnout for the Bingo and games mornings, and with some of the lovely winter days we have had the staff  have taken residents outside to enjoy the sunshine - there is nothing like fresh air and feeling the sun on our bodies.

Keep well everyone, until next month

Regards from all at Brylyn.

August 2020

It was so wonderful to have life back to normal even if it was for a short time and to be out of the Covid-19 lockdown. Unfortunately, we are experiencing another lockdown and being a rest home, we have your family and loved ones in our best interest and have therefore stopped all visitors coming in for the present.

We are well into the second half of the year and spring is in the air with some wonderful warm days.

Birthdays this month were for Susan Harvey on the 2nd, Colin Brewer on the 28^th and Annette Coombs on the 30^th. Happy Birthday to you.

Before the lockdown we had:

Jan and her dog, Macey, from the SPCA, come in for a visit. Residents always love the interaction with the dogs.

We had our religious services and the quizzes with David.

There was entertainment on the weekends by George, Peter and Wendy.

Some of our residents went on the bus outing to Morrinsville on the 7th to spot all the ‘cow’ icons in the streets and to take photos.

The trainee Occupational Therapists were doing well and enjoyed being with our residents, hopefully we can get them back soon.

The surprise lunch meal was on Friday 21^st when we had a movie morning to watch “Young at Heart”  followed by Fish, Chips and Salad packed as a ‘take out’ meal in take-away containers followed by an ice cream sundae. Residents were pleasantly surprised and extremely happy not to miss their Friday ‘fish and chips.’

We are getting a good turnout for the Bingo and games mornings, and with some of the lovely winter days we have managed to take some of our residents outside to enjoy the sunshine - well done Mahi.

Keep well and stay safe, until next month

Regards from all at Brylyn.

We would love to welcome our new Facility Manager Peter Leach to the Poneke House team! 

More information coming soon. 

30 November 2018 - Chess Made Easy

Staff and residents playing chess with our new super-sized chess set. This has made it much easier for the resident to play as the chess piece are much larger and easy to handle, it also helps them track every move. Great to see residents playing their once loved game again.

24 October 2018 – Dementia Unit gearing up for Halloween.

We are starting to decorate for Halloween, this complements our already colourful secure dementia unit.  The residents bring more colour by displaying their creations that they have carefully made during the day.  The Poneke House team love having fun together with the resident while making all the different items and it is great to them laughter and have fun.  What we find is that it helps the residents connect with other residents and start forming new friendship which become BFF’s.  This helps them feel loved, important and special especially when their items go on the walls.

We would love to welcome our new Facility Manager Peter Leach to the Poneke House team! 

More information coming soon. 

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment Seminar -   24 July 2019 Kenepuru

Wednesday 24^th July eight of our Care Givers accompanied Reign our Clinical Service Manager, to the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment seminar run by the Wound Care Council. The speaker was Mary Daly the Nurse Practioner for the Older Persons Rehabilitation Service in Hutt Valley The training has given staff who attended a different viewpoint on giving cares to all of our residents, and how to be more diverse with each resident. This helps staff members growth and strengthens our care techniques that we provide for residents at Poneke House each day.  They have come away from the training enthusiastic and have spread the new techniques with other Care Givers 

 27 June 2019

Yesterday we had a very special entertainer ‘Wayne Heath’ His amazing rustic voice sing Country and West music, get the resident in the mood for dancing.  We have all resident that wish attend the concert, including, day program, rest home, hospital and dementia.  Several of which are up on the floor dancing during most of his songs.  Yesterday he handed the microphone over to 2 resident both of which had amazing voices which we had not heard before.  Wayne and his wife get the most out of our resident during the concert.  It is such a pleasure to see the resident come alive with Wayne’s’ music.  We are so lucky to have him perform for us.  Many thanks Wayne you Rock

Welcome to our new Nurse Manager Nicola Nowell

Dementia beds are now available for respite or permanent care

All inquiries welcome – please call Nicola Nowell - 06 261 9020

Welcome to our new Nurse Manager Nicola Nowell. More info coming soon. 

Dementia beds are now available for respite or permanent care.

All inquiries welcome – please call Nicola Nowell  06 261 9020

 Welcome to our new Nurse Manager Nicola Nowell. More info coming soon. 

The Anchorage recently released another 8 duplex, 3 bedroom 2 bathroom villas with a further 2 currently under construction.  Be quick to secure your coastal lifestyle retirement and make an appointment to view the show home by calling Rhonda today.  (09) 376 8770

On the 27 February 2020 our team were invited to present to the Wairarapa District Health Board because Lyndale Care has a reputation as a stand-out facility in the Wairarapa.

The photo below is of our competent clinical team at Lyndale.

Tairawhiti-Gisborne Total Mobility vouchers are working well in Tairawhiti.........Mobility travel for those in a wheelchair is an option with my service..........To help get you  into the City to get that important shopping/socialising done in Level 1.  Chat with Monica about companion assistance for extra help if you need it.

We are now open and taking Residents for both Hospital and Rest Home Care in our beautiful refurbished facility. We have a bus stop right outside our facility which is convenient for everyone. Feel free to pop in and have a look around. 

We are now open and taking Residents for both Hospital and Rest Home Care in our beautiful refurbished facility. We have a bus stop right outside our facility which is convenient for everyone. Feel free to pop in and have a look around.