CHT Beachhaven Care Home - Hospital
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- CHT Beachhaven Care Home
- Category
- Hospital
- Address
- 249 Birkdale Road
Birkdale
Auckland 0626 - Postal Address
- 249 Birkdale Road
Birkdale
Auckland 0626 - Region
- Waitemata
- Phone
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- Mobile
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- Web
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Personnel
- Manager
- Sue Pronk - (09) 483 7019
- Owner
- CHT
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Located on the North Shore, Beachhaven is just a fifteen minute drive from the Auckland CBD.
We’ve been part of the Beach Haven community for over 40 years and are well known for providing a homely and friendly environment.
Our large, sunny lounges offer places for our residents to sit and relax in warm and comfortable areas. We have outdoor decks, where on a nice day, our residents can sit amongst the plants and have a chat, sitting amongst the treetops with native birds chirping adds to the overall feeling of peace and tranquility.
At Beachhaven we believe pets positively contribute to the wellbeing of our residents. We have a lovely aquarium with various species of fish in our communal lounge and in our other lounge we have an aviary with Parakeets and Cockatiels. Our birds provide great entertainment with their funny antics and delightful chirping, while the fish create a calm, relaxing atmosphere for our residents. We also do doggy day care for a delightful little pooch called Lulu who just loves the attention she gets from all the residents
Shops are located nearby and the surrounding area offers cafes and small eateries that offer opportunities to dine out should our residents wish to go out for lunch with friends and family.
We’re a close-knit bunch, with many of our carer's having been with us for ten years or more. We love to get know you personally and your family are very welcome to visit anytime and join us for morning and afternoon teas. We make sure your family are included in your care decisions, so that everyone is kept informed and your wishes are acknowledged. We plan all sort of activities with a different theme each month, we have weekly entertainment and encourage families to be a part of this
You’re welcome to visit us at any time to look around. Feel free to contact our Care Home Manager on (09) 483 7019
We’ve been part of the Beach Haven community for over 40 years and are well known for providing a homely and friendly environment.
Our large, sunny lounges offer places for our residents to sit and relax in warm and comfortable areas. We have outdoor decks, where on a nice day, our residents can sit amongst the plants and have a chat, sitting amongst the treetops with native birds chirping adds to the overall feeling of peace and tranquility.
At Beachhaven we believe pets positively contribute to the wellbeing of our residents. We have a lovely aquarium with various species of fish in our communal lounge and in our other lounge we have an aviary with Parakeets and Cockatiels. Our birds provide great entertainment with their funny antics and delightful chirping, while the fish create a calm, relaxing atmosphere for our residents. We also do doggy day care for a delightful little pooch called Lulu who just loves the attention she gets from all the residents
Shops are located nearby and the surrounding area offers cafes and small eateries that offer opportunities to dine out should our residents wish to go out for lunch with friends and family.
We’re a close-knit bunch, with many of our carer's having been with us for ten years or more. We love to get know you personally and your family are very welcome to visit anytime and join us for morning and afternoon teas. We make sure your family are included in your care decisions, so that everyone is kept informed and your wishes are acknowledged. We plan all sort of activities with a different theme each month, we have weekly entertainment and encourage families to be a part of this
You’re welcome to visit us at any time to look around. Feel free to contact our Care Home Manager on (09) 483 7019
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 4 Jul 2019 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 27 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Short stay considered | No |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms as at 12 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 | Yes |
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Updated: 24 Dec 2024 |
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Testimonials
| "Thank you, to you all the dedicated angels in the front and behind the scenes. Thank you for all your devotion, your compassion and incredibly hard work you keep on giving." "We would like to formally thank your Beachhaven team for the care Mum received while she was there. During our weekly visits we sat and witnessed the extreme patience and kindness of the nurses and caregivers towards the residents. We were always made to feel welcome and were well informed of Mums condition." "To let you know that I am forever grateful for the wonderful care she receives. When I was last up there, she looked the happiest I have seen her in a very long time." "Thanks again for the kindness and care that you showed to Dad and to our family. It's all the little things that make the difference. At every opportunity you were willing to make small changes or tweaks, to make sure Dad was as comfortable, happy and dignified as possible." |
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Updated: 4 Jul 2019 |
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. | |
| 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 | A local physiotherapist calls in on a regular basis. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Yes | As required. | |
| Social Worker (on site) | No | As required. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | We have two diversional therapists on staff. | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Our Activities Assistant is on site 32 hours per week. Our programme incorporates one-to-one activities, group sessions and day trips. | |
| 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 on request. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | All menus are Dietician approved. Our Dietician is available for general advice and oversight of specialised needs. | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | This can be arranged on an individual basis. | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | ||
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Weekly visits and as required. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | A wide range of entertainers - Allied Health Professionals as needed - A GP who visits regularly and is also available on-call. | |
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Updated: 4 Jul 2019 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | We have a registered nurse on duty 24 hours a day who can provide this level of care. |
| Palliative Care (Contracted) | Yes | Individual palliative care funding may be available. |
| 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 | We are able to provide continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis. We also provide support for those requiring haemo dialysis. |
| 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 residents needs and provide a range of continence products with visits by community nurse specialist on request. |
| Stomal Therapy | Yes | We manage residents needs and provide a range of products with visits by community nurse specialists on request. |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | We provide support for residents who have had a stroke. This may include physiotherapy and special diet options. |
| Tracheotomy Care | Yes | Your special needs can be discussed prior to admission. |
| Spinal Injuries Care | Yes | Your special needs can be discussed prior to admission. |
| 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 will provide referrals to other services as required. |
| Community Health | Yes | We link with community health professionals as required. |
| Clinical Management | Yes | Our Manager is a registered nurse. |
| Other Specialties | Yes | Available as required. |
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Updated: 4 Jul 2019 |
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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 care givers 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 care givers 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 funded or have insurance cover. |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | According to bed availability. |
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Updated: 4 Jul 2019 |
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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 | We have some single rooms. |
| Shared Rooms | Yes | Double rooms. |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | Double room if available. |
| Ensuite | Yes | Eleven rooms are ensuited with handbasins and toilets. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | We have a cat which likes to keep oversight of the property. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | We are happy to discuss options for your pets. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | You are welcome to have a phone and internet installed at your own cost. |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | No | Our home is centrally heated with underfloor heating. |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | We can discuss your special needs prior to admission. |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | There are a number of areas where residents can choose to relax including three large lounges with TV's. One lounge has a living flame fire. There is also one small lounge where men watch sport on TV. |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | You may qualify for Primary Options for Acute Care Funding. Ask your GP for details. |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | If 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. |
| 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 | |
| Residents Committee | Yes | We have a care homes residents group with regular meetings. We also has a National Residents and Relatives Association. |
| 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. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Smoking is permitted in the designated area. |
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Updated: 1 Feb 2024 |
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Special Features
| Our service provides care for those who require a high level of support. The process whereby a resident comes into our care is very important so we have employed a Community Co-ordinator who is a Registered Nurse to manage this. She may be requested to visit a new resident prior to admission to conduct a thorough needs assessment, explain things to them and their family and to ensure that any important issues are addressed. This way the resident and their families are better prepared for the transfer to our care. |
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Updated: 1 Feb 2024 |
Interests & Activities
| A range of activities happen each day on an individual and group level which changes on a regular basis. We cater for people's special interests and hobbies. It is important to us that you live your day your way. |
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Updated: 4 Jul 2019 |
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 | Beachhaven meets all recommended staffing levels for residential care. | |
| Details about meals | Our menus are dietitian approved and cater to individual preferences and requirements. | |
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Updated: 1 Feb 2024 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Afrikaans | Yes | |
| Cantonese | Yes | |
| Chinese | Yes | |
| Chinese dialect | Yes | |
| Cook Island Maori | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian | Yes | |
| Fijian Indian | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Hindi | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | Available as required. |
| Malay | Yes | Staff members and residents |
| Mandarin | Yes | |
| Māori - Te Reo | Yes | |
| Polish | Yes | |
| Samoan | Yes | Staff members and residents |
| Tagalog | Yes | |
| Tongan | Yes | Staff members and residents |
| Other Details | Yes | Zimbabwean |
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Updated: 4 Jul 2019 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | |
| Christian | Yes | |
| Denominations/Faiths represented | Yes | |
| Inter denominational | Yes | Interdenominational clergy visit and conduct a service once a week or as required. |
| Non denominational | Yes | |
| Presbyterian | Yes | |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | Priest and lay members of the church conduct a service and visit once a week or as required. |
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Updated: 14 Apr 2014 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.20 Km | The bus stop is at the front door. |
| Shops | 0.50 Km | Dairy |
| Mall | 5.00 Km | Glenfield Shopping Centre |
| Parks | 1.00 Km | Children's play area |
| Library | 5.00 Km | Located at Glenfield Shopping Centre |
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Updated: 14 Apr 2014 |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.