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Ambridge Rose Beach House

At a glance
Vacancy
No
Name
Ambridge Rose Beach House
Category
Dementia
Address
23 The Parade
Bucklands Beach
Auckland 2012
Postal Address
23 The Parade
Bucklands Beach
Auckland 2012
Region
Counties Manukau
Phone
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Email
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Web
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Personnel
Manager
Allan Sargeant - (09) 5762590 option 4
Owner
Allan & Linda Sargeant - (09) 5762590 option 4
Chief Operating Officer
Brian Pullar - 021467720
Other services
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Welcome to The Beach House, a welcoming and secure dementia care rest home nestled on the shores of Bucklands Beach, East Auckland.

This seaside Ambridge Rose facility offers exceptional healthcare for individuals living with dementia, providing a peaceful and supportive environment that fosters dignity, independence, and wellbeing.

Our 20 bedrooms have been recently renovated, with premium bedrooms available that offer views across the water.

Our dedicated team of experienced and compassionate caregivers is committed to providing the very best in personalised care plans that cater to each individual’s physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.

Here’s what sets The Beach House apart:

Safe, secure environment:
Our facility is designed to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our residents, with specialised features such as connected walkways that encourage exercise while remaining safe and secure.

Experienced team:
Our team comprises of qualified nurses, caregivers, and dementia specialists with extensive experience and a deep understanding of dementia care.

Personalised care:
We believe in tailoring our care plans to each individual’s unique needs, preferences, and life story to activate memories and bring out their best.

20 private bedrooms:
We offer comfortable and well-equipped private bedrooms, fostering a sense of privacy and dignity, some with premium ocean views.

Stunning location:
Situated in beautiful Bucklands Beach, The Beach House offers calming sea views and access to serene outdoor spaces.

Family involvement:
We encourage and support open communication and collaboration with families, ensuring they are involved in their loved one’s care journey.

Ambridge Rose offers a range of aged-care services to support individuals living with dementia, including:
- 24/7 assisted living care in a residential environment
- Nutritional support and medication management
- Dementia-specific activities and therapies
- Family support for those living with dementia

If you’re searching for a secure and compassionate dementia care facility in East Auckland, look no further than The Beach House.
Service/Facility Details
Service/Facility Details
Detail Status
Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Yes
Certification Yes
ORA Applies No

Updated: 23 Feb 2024

Bed and Vacancy Details
Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail Status
Approximate number of beds at this level of care 20
Vacancy No
Impending vacancy No
Short stay considered No
Premium Accommodation Charges Yes from $30.00/day up to $80.00/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 Please enquire

Updated: 27 Dec 2024

Testimonials
Testimonials
“Ambridge Rose’s point of difference when it comes to Caring for our Aging Community is unconditional, your inclusiveness of thinking is diverse, you see the need your advocation extends to the natural supports and you have not only recognised but you have mobilised support to our loved ones families, everyone’s wellbeing is considered literally through the genuine care & service throughout Ambridge Rose.”

Updated: 22 Feb 2024

Personnel
Personnel
Type Hours Per Week Status Details
Registered Nurse 40 Yes Clinical Team with over 20 years of experience.
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers Yes
Physiotherapist 4 Yes Physio accessible anytime as required
Occupational Therapist Negotiable Available as needed
Diversional Therapist Yes
Activities Co-ordinator Yes We provide a very extensive social and activities programme with a very highly motivated and enthusiastic Therapist. This includes weekly van outtings.
Hairdresser Yes Available 4 weekly onsite.
Podiatrist Yes Our Podiatrist visits monthly to 6 weekly
Dietitian Yes Regular access available as required
Accredited Visitors Negotiable
Kaumatua Yes Access available through the local Marae
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor Yes We have a 3 weekly inter denominational service onsite and weekly Communion on a Wednesday
Other Personnel Yes We have volunteers from local schools and community groups that attend frequently

Updated: 26 Feb 2024

Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise Status Details
Oxygen Management Yes As required
Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management No Can be managed as required
Wound Care Yes All wound care attended to with support from appropriate clinics etc
Diabetic Care Yes All staff are trained in Diabetic care including Insulin administration
Continence Advice Yes The Registered Nurse is a qualified Continence Advisor with many years experience
Stroke Rehabilitation Yes We offer this in conjunction with our visiting Physiotherapist
Infection Control Yes We provide an Infection Control Committee and up to date Infection Control Management
Surgical Followup Yes As required-the Registered Nurse has many years experience in post surgery
Psychiatric Care Yes We work very closely with Counties Manukau Mental Health.
Clinical Management Yes
Other Specialties Yes Continence Management

Updated: 26 Feb 2024

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 Care-please contact us on 09 532 8376
Carer Support Yes We welcome either Carer Support or other short stay
High Care Needs Yes As required this can be offered
Subsidised Yes We accept fully funded Residents and have no extra charges
Private Paying Yes We do not charge extra for private paying Residents-some Rooms may have a small Premium fee
Booking can be made in advance Yes As vacancies arise

Updated: 22 Feb 2024

Features
Features
Feature Status Details
May Bring Own Furniture Yes This is encouraged to personalise the Residents room
Single Rooms Yes We offer comfortable and well-equipped private bedrooms, fostering a sense of privacy and dignity, some with premium ocean views.
Ensuite Yes Some rooms have ensuites
Wifi Yes Available at resident cost
Resident can adjust heating in own room No All underfloor or ceiling heating is adjusted to suit each Resident and monitored by the Manager
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability Yes Pre approval from Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau required
Lounges/seating areas Yes We have the main lounge and the Sunroom that provides direct sea views
Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly Yes
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care Yes
Day Programme for day stay clients Yes We can offer Day Stay as required
Outings Yes Weekly planned outings every week using our mini bus
Newsletter Yes Circulated every quarter
Policy for management of challenging behaviour Yes Staff very well trained with challenging behaviour-we work very closely with Mental Health Services
Confused Residents Yes We do cater for those cognitively impaired

Updated: 26 Feb 2024

Special Features
Special Features
Safe, secure environment: Our facility is designed to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our residents, with specialised features such as connected walkways that encourage exercise while remaining safe and secure.

Personalised care: We believe in tailoring our care plans to each individual’s unique needs, preferences, and life story to activate memories and bring out their best.

Stunning location: Situated in beautiful Bucklands Beach, The Beach House offers calming sea views and access to serene outdoor spaces.
Family involvement: We encourage and support open communication and collaboration with families, ensuring they are involved in their loved one’s care journey.

Updated: 22 Feb 2024

Interests & Activities
Interests & Activities
Our weekly activities include: Indoor bowls competition, extensive crafts, quizzes, varied indoor games, news of the week discussions, exercise groups, weekly movies and lots of exciting outtings including the zoo, shopping malls, local farms etc.
We celebrate each residents birthday individually and family are included on the day.
We have regular musical groups visit regularly.

Updated: 26 Feb 2024

Additional Information
Additional Information
Topic Details
What's included in your fees and what's not Fees do not include telephone, Sky TV. All Rooms have a premium charge. Podiatrist and Hairdresser costs are not covered by Fees.
Staffing qualifications and details 24 hour nursing care with the Registered Nurses on call 24/7. We have very senior qualified Caregivers who have completed Education needs.
Details about meals Extensive varied menus and individual requirements catered for including Vegetarians and Diabetics

Updated: 26 Feb 2024

Languages Spoken
Languages Spoken
Language Status Details
Afrikaans Yes
English Yes
Interpreter Yes Accessible as required
Italian Yes One Caregiver speaks fluent Italian

Updated: 22 Feb 2024

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations Status Details
Inter denominational Yes Three Weekly service held in the lounge every Thursday morning for those who wish to attend
Roman Catholic Yes Weekly Communion held on a Wednesday morning

Updated: 22 Feb 2024

Ethnic Diets
Ethnic Diets
Ethnic Diet Status Details
Chinese Yes As required
Vegetarian Yes

Updated: 22 Feb 2024

Distances
Distances
Location Distance Details
Public Transport 0.00 Km Bus stop on the road corner that provides a service to Howick, Pakuranga and central city locations
Shops 0.20 Km Local dairy approximately 5 minute walk
Mall 6.00 Km Howick shopping centre approx a 10 minute drive
Parks 4.00 Km MacLeans park and Musick point both within 4 kms
Library Extensive range of books onsite

Updated: 22 Feb 2024

Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership RC Status Details
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) Yes
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)

Updated: 22 Feb 2024


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