Nazareth Care
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Nazareth Care
- Category
- Hospital
- Address
- Nazareth House
220 Brougham Street
Sydenham
Christchurch 8023 - Postal Address
- Po Box 7024
Christchurch 8040 - Region
- Canterbury
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- SUSAN MATHEW
- Owner
- Nazareth Care Charitable Trust
- Facility Manager
- Susan Mathew - 027 524 8734
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For a limited time only - No Premium room fees for Hospital level care. Valid from 23rd October until 31st December 2024. Terms and Conditions apply.
“Everything we do comes from the heart of who we are. It is not just about providing a service, it’s offering a bit more and enhancing the well-being of the residents in care".
Welcome to Nazareth Care - a state-of-the art aged care facility offering premium quality rest home and hospital level care, located on beautiful grounds on Brougham St, Sydenham. Our home emanates peace and calm, and we aim to enable residents to live a meaningful life with us at Nazareth Care Christchurch.
Our clinical, allied health and pastoral team develop an individual care plan for each resident, which includes clinical, social, emotional, activity and spiritual needs. Mass is available in the Chapel and regular services are conducted for other denominations. Participation in religious services is optional – we welcome everyone and do not impose any religious belief.
Types of Care we offer:
Palliative Care
Hospital level Care
Rest Home Level Care
Transitional Care
End of Life Care
Respite Care
Pastoral & Spiritual Care
Home Features:
Recently renovated
80 private rooms - each with ensuite
24-hour clinical care
Couples Accommodation
Our Sisters live on-site to provide pastoral and spiritual care
Access to allied health services such as podiatry & physiotherapy
Chapel on-site
On-site cinema
Hairdressing salon
Library
On-site café & shop
BBQ area
Spacious & Landscaped Gardens
Visitor Parking
Activities:
Our expansive grounds and array of common indoor areas provide many places for our residents to spend time with visiting loved ones or newly made friends. We have a dynamic and engaging lifestyle program, with an excellent choice of in-house activities, regular bus outings to local places of interest, themed days and guest entertainers.
Our activities include:
Gardening
Men’s shed
Pet therapy
Happy hour
Whiteboard quiz
Exercise physiology classes
Politics & current affairs discussion group
Dining:
Each floor has its own dining room where residents are encouraged to enjoy the dining and food experience. Both dining rooms have a large verandah overlooking the beautiful gardens where residents can enjoy outdoor dining. You can choose to enjoy your meals, in the privacy of your own room. Resident requests are always welcome. Catering includes special dietary requirements.
“Everything we do comes from the heart of who we are. It is not just about providing a service, it’s offering a bit more and enhancing the well-being of the residents in care".
Welcome to Nazareth Care - a state-of-the art aged care facility offering premium quality rest home and hospital level care, located on beautiful grounds on Brougham St, Sydenham. Our home emanates peace and calm, and we aim to enable residents to live a meaningful life with us at Nazareth Care Christchurch.
Our clinical, allied health and pastoral team develop an individual care plan for each resident, which includes clinical, social, emotional, activity and spiritual needs. Mass is available in the Chapel and regular services are conducted for other denominations. Participation in religious services is optional – we welcome everyone and do not impose any religious belief.
Types of Care we offer:
Palliative Care
Hospital level Care
Rest Home Level Care
Transitional Care
End of Life Care
Respite Care
Pastoral & Spiritual Care
Home Features:
Recently renovated
80 private rooms - each with ensuite
24-hour clinical care
Couples Accommodation
Our Sisters live on-site to provide pastoral and spiritual care
Access to allied health services such as podiatry & physiotherapy
Chapel on-site
On-site cinema
Hairdressing salon
Library
On-site café & shop
BBQ area
Spacious & Landscaped Gardens
Visitor Parking
Activities:
Our expansive grounds and array of common indoor areas provide many places for our residents to spend time with visiting loved ones or newly made friends. We have a dynamic and engaging lifestyle program, with an excellent choice of in-house activities, regular bus outings to local places of interest, themed days and guest entertainers.
Our activities include:
Gardening
Men’s shed
Pet therapy
Happy hour
Whiteboard quiz
Exercise physiology classes
Politics & current affairs discussion group
Dining:
Each floor has its own dining room where residents are encouraged to enjoy the dining and food experience. Both dining rooms have a large verandah overlooking the beautiful gardens where residents can enjoy outdoor dining. You can choose to enjoy your meals, in the privacy of your own room. Resident requests are always welcome. Catering includes special dietary requirements.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 30 Oct 2020 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 38 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| 1 standard room and 4 rooms with garden / park view and/or view of the Port Hills | |
| Impending vacancy | Yes |
| Short stay considered | Yes |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms from $0.00/day up to $0.00/day as at 24 Oct 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 |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2024 |
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Testimonials
| "Great facilities. Cafe, Movie theatre, Hairdressing salon, Gift shop. Caring staff and good activities for the residents. Set in an ideal location in the heart of Christchurch" Google Review 2019 |
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Updated: 8 Oct 2020 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | We have a full complement of registered nurses who oversee the care of the residents. Registered nurses are available 24/7, and is supported by our Unit Managers. | |
| Nurse Practitioner | No | We utilize all the help that we can get from the DHB Gerontology nurses | |
| Enrolled Nurse | Yes | We have 1 skilled Enrolled nurse on staff and works under supervision of a Registered Nurse | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | Our team of dedicated care staff provides care to our residents in a dignified and respectful manner. Daily cares are guided by an individualised care plan. | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | Our Physio is located on site and available three days a week. She oversees a strength and mobility programme for the residents and is an integral part of the wellbeing and lifestyle team. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | ||
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | A Diversional Therapist is overseeing the very meaningful activities programme. She is supported by one lifestyle and wellbeing coordinator. | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | A hairdresser is situated on site by appointment | |
| Podiatrist | No | A podiatrist visits every six weeks | |
| Dietitian | Yes | A dietician is available on referral from the GP or RN | |
| Accredited Visitors | No | We have a strong volunteer interest and all new volunteers are welcome | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Nazareth Care is the operating arm of the Sisters of Nazareth. Six Sisters of Nazareth provide additional support. Sister Antonia Ielome is our Sister Superior and Mission Director and pastoral care is supported by the Sisters of Nazareth | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | ||
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Updated: 26 Jul 2022 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | Oxygen is managed and administered as prescribed by the overseeing GP |
| Palliative Care (Contracted) | Yes | We have a close professional relationship with Nurse Maude |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | Sisters of Nazareth assist with pastoral support and bereavement support |
| Wound Care | Yes | Referral for external advice from the DHB are sought with complex wounds |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | |
| Continence Advice | Yes | There is a dedicated continence advisor ( RN) available to support each individual needs |
| Stomal Therapy | Yes | |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | |
| ACC Rehabilitation | Yes | |
| Tracheotomy Care | Yes | |
| Infection Control | Yes | There is a dedicated Infection Control advisor. We collate data for statistical purposes and to improve the quality of care. |
| Clinical Management | Yes | Our Unit Managers are supported by our General Manager |
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Updated: 28 Sep 2021 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | We support Rest home and Hospital level respite care. Prospective residents can choose whether to accept or decline an offer of Premium Rooms |
| Subsidised | Yes | Prospective residents can choose whether to accept or decline an offer of Premium Rooms |
| Private Paying | Yes | Prospective residents can choose whether to accept or decline an offer of Premium Rooms |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | We do not support emergency respite and take bookings in advance subject to available vacant bed |
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Updated: 30 Oct 2020 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | We encourage to make your room personal |
| Ensuite | Yes | Our rooms include an en-suite shower and toilet. Average room size 25m2 |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | We have a scheduled Happy Hour once a month. Social alcohol use is permitted within the realm of medication management and clinical oversight |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Each room has a dedicated phone line. Telephone charges are fixed at $12.50 plus GST per week |
| Wifi | Yes | Each room has wifI access. The cost of wifi is seperate |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | Our building is managed by an electronic Building Management System. Each room also has a separate heating source |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | 4 Big Lounge areas each with TV and Sky 4 Separate kitchenettes 4 Smaller Lounges |
| Cafe | Yes | |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Palliative Care Contract | Yes | |
| Outings | Yes | At least 2 van outings per month |
| Whānau Room | Yes | |
| Newsletter | Yes | Monthly newsletter |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
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Updated: 28 Sep 2021 |
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Special Features
| Our rooms are spacious with built-in features, plenty of wardrobe space. Each room has an en-suite toilet and shower facilities to keep you independent for as long as possible. Each room has a TV, telephone and Wi-Fi connection |
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Updated: 26 Jul 2022 |
Interests & Activities
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The activities calendar is displayed in each residents room .The house have plenty of open spaces for group activities and socialisation. Activities are meaningful and also individualised to support each residents needs. External entertainers are welcomed in our facility. We have our own big screen movie theatre and Chapel. Our programme include Craft, Entertainers, Exercises, Happy Hour, Indoor Games, Massage, Movies, Music, Newspaper reading, Pastoral care, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Sky TV, Videos |
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Updated: 8 Oct 2020 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | Meal vouchers are available for family members and friends on request. This is available from our reception area and booking needs to be in advanced depending on seating available | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | Skilled dining room attendants assist with serving and presenting meals. Our dining room has the ambience of a restaurant like service | |
| Details about meals | Our catering and hospitality service is managed by a qualified chef | |
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Updated: 8 Oct 2020 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Fijian Indian | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | We will source a interpreter services when requested |
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Updated: 23 Aug 2021 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | We have monthly Anglican services available |
| (Other comments) | Yes | The Sisters of Nazareth is a Catholic Congregation. People of all faiths and denominations are welcome to be part of the Nazareth Community of Care. |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2019 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.30 Km | Public Transport is available near by |
| Shops | 0.50 Km | The Colombo stands as one of Canterbury’s elite retail and entertainment establishments. It builds on the region’s iconic and organic character with a distinctive, European-inspired niche that indulges in world class trends. |
| Mall | 0.50 Km | |
| Parks | 0.30 Km | Sydenham park and Bowling Club |
| Library | 0.20 Km | Christchurch Central |
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Updated: 8 Oct 2020 |
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Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
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| Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | |
| Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
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Updated: 8 Oct 2020 |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.