Takanini Lodge
At a glance
- Vacancy
- No
- Name
- Takanini Lodge
- Category
- Dementia
- Address
- 9-11 Taka Street
Takanini
Auckland 2112 - Postal Address
- Same as above
- Region
- Counties Manukau
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- Fax
- View Fax Number
- Mobile
- View Mobile Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Rod Manalo - 021 588 742
- Owner
- Takanini Care Limited - 0212598301
Other services
Takanini Lodge is known for its warm and inclusive atmosphere. Our dedicated staff prioritize creating a supportive environment where everyone is treated like family. With a range of care options available, including specialized levels of support, you can rest assured that your needs will be met while staying in familiar surroundings
We understand the importance of continuity and comfort, so we strive to accommodate needs without disrupting the sense of home. Whether it’s assistance with daily activities or specialized care, our team is here to ensure your well-being every step of the way.
We understand the importance of continuity and comfort, so we strive to accommodate needs without disrupting the sense of home. Whether it’s assistance with daily activities or specialized care, our team is here to ensure your well-being every step of the way.
Service/Facility Details
Detail | Status |
---|---|
Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
Certification | Yes |
ORA Applies | No |
Updated: 31 May 2023 |
Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail | Status |
---|---|
Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 21 |
Vacancy | No |
Dementia bed open but reserved for long term admission on Tuesday next week (28/5/24) | |
Impending vacancy | No |
Short stay considered | Yes |
Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms from $14.00/day up to $14.00/day as at 25 Jun 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: 20 Nov 2024 |
Personnel
Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
---|---|---|---|
Registered Nurse | 400 | Yes | R/N available 24 hours/day |
Nurse Practitioner | 30 | Yes | |
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | 1400 | Yes | |
Physiotherapist | Yes | Available across the whole site - on site 3 days a week | |
Occupational Therapist | Yes | as need arises | |
Social Worker (on site) | No | We work closely with community social workers. | |
Diversional Therapist | 120 | Yes | 3 Therapist in the facility- 1 Dedicated to the dementia unit |
Hairdresser | 6 | Yes | on site every Friday |
Podiatrist | Yes | Podiatrist onsite every 4-6 weeks | |
Dietitian | Yes | as required to meet residents needs. Always approves 4 weekly summer or winter menus | |
Kaumatua | Negotiable | Have access to Papakura Marae | |
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Every week - 2 services: Interchurch and Roman Catholic | |
Other Personnel | Yes | Facility and personal Laundry is done off site. Meals prepared fresh on site. Menu choices available. Maintenance staff, Kitchen help and cleaning staff. | |
Updated: 1 Sep 2023 |
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
Oxygen Management | Yes | |
Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | Registered Nurse 24/7 |
End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
Wound Care | Yes | |
Diabetic Care | Yes | |
Continence Advice | Yes | |
Infection Control | Yes | |
Surgical Followup | Yes | |
Psychiatric Care | No | Support from community Psychiatry services |
Community Health | Yes | |
Clinical Management | Yes | On site Monday to Friday. On call over weekends |
Other Specialties | Yes | |
Updated: 1 Sep 2023 |
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
Respite | Yes | Subject to availability of bed |
Subsidised | Yes | |
Private Paying | Yes | |
Booking can be made in advance | Yes | |
Updated: 31 May 2023 |
Features
Feature | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | |
Single Rooms | Yes | 21 single rooms with ensuites |
Ensuite | Yes | |
Alcohol Permitted | Yes | if discussed with Clinical Manager |
Pets In Residence | Yes | Bird |
Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | If paid by and arranged by family |
Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | |
Lounges/seating areas | Yes | 2 loungerooms and dining room |
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | |
Outings | Yes | every week |
Residents Committee | Yes | |
Family Committee | Yes | All residents hosp/resthome meet every 2 months Family are involved with all care. |
Newsletter | Yes | |
Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
Confused Residents | Yes | |
Smoking Permitted | Yes | outside covered area ( supervised) |
Semi-Secure | No | fully secure |
Updated: 31 May 2023 |
Special Features
Family orientated. All rooms are single rooms with individual basin and toilet. |
Updated: 31 May 2023 |
Interests & Activities
Our 3 Activities staff members provide residents with a wide range of activities, all chosen with the needs of the residents in mind. When possible, activities are also relevant to what is happening in the world and our locality. Our facility specialises in decorating with an emphasis on current events, such as Anzac Day; Easter, Queen’s Birthday; Mother and Fathers day, Matariki. We have lovely entertainers that would get your toes tapping and singing. We create an environment of having fun, families are welcome to join in. |
Updated: 31 May 2023 |
Additional Information
Topic | Details | |
---|---|---|
What's included in your fees and what's not | Fees do not include hairdresser. | |
Staffing qualifications and details | Household staff separate from Care staff. All HCA are trained or busy undergoing training | |
Details about meals | All freshly cooked on site. | |
Associated Complexes | We are part of the Legacy Healthcare Group. | |
Updated: 30 Apr 2024 |
Languages Spoken
Language | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
Afrikaans | Yes | |
Chinese | Yes | |
Chinese dialect | Yes | |
Cook Island Maori | Yes | |
Croatian | Yes | |
Dutch | Yes | |
English | Yes | |
Fijian | Yes | |
Fijian Indian | Yes | |
Filipino | Yes | |
French | Yes | |
Hindi | Yes | |
Japanese | Yes | |
Māori - Te Reo | Yes | |
Marathi | Yes | |
Samoan | Yes | |
Tagalog | Yes | |
Tongan | Yes | |
Updated: 31 May 2023 |
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
Anglican | Yes | communication - once a fortnight |
Inter denominational | Yes | once a week |
Roman Catholic | Yes | communication once a fortnight |
(Other comments) | Yes | All Religious Affiliations accepted by staff. Residents are allowed to exercise their own religion. |
Updated: 31 May 2023 |
Distances
Location | Distance | Details |
---|---|---|
Public Transport | 100 metres away from Great South Rd - Taxi stand and bus stop & 300 metres from the train | |
Shops | 3.00 Km | to Papakura shops and to Manuwera |
Mall | 10.00 Km | Manukau city and Southgate. |
Parks | 5.00 Km | Botanic Gardens - Hill Rd Manuwera |
Library | 3.00 Km | Delivery to site every fortnight Two libraries - Papakura & Manuwera |
Updated: 31 May 2023 |
Credentials & Membership
Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
---|---|---|
National Certificate in Diversional Therapy | Yes | |
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | |
New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services (NZCCSS) | Yes | |
Other details | No | Training done inhouse with Career pathways. |
Updated: 31 May 2023 |
The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.