Rosewood Lifecare
At a glance
- Vacancy
- No
- Name
- Rosewood Lifecare
- Category
- Hospital
- Address
- 288 Woodham Road
Linwood
Christchurch 8062 - Region
- Canterbury
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Diane Topschij
- Owner
- Heritage Lifecare
Other services
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At Rosewood, you are at home with us.
We are a friendly, caring community. Become part of our Rosewood family and be cared for by our wonderful staff, whilst making new friends and learning new activities.
When it comes to everyday life, Rosewood makes it easy with hospital, day programme, respite and dementia care, so if your health needs change, we can care for you now and into the future.
Light, bright and welcoming, Rosewood is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, just a hop, skip and jump from the Linwood township where you’ll find all the essentials such as a pharmacy and library.
At Heritage Lifecare, our homes reflect the residents who choose us, the local communities around us and the people that support and work for us. You are at home with us. Contact us today to talk through your needs.
Photos are representative of Heritage Lifecare.
We are a friendly, caring community. Become part of our Rosewood family and be cared for by our wonderful staff, whilst making new friends and learning new activities.
When it comes to everyday life, Rosewood makes it easy with hospital, day programme, respite and dementia care, so if your health needs change, we can care for you now and into the future.
Light, bright and welcoming, Rosewood is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, just a hop, skip and jump from the Linwood township where you’ll find all the essentials such as a pharmacy and library.
At Heritage Lifecare, our homes reflect the residents who choose us, the local communities around us and the people that support and work for us. You are at home with us. Contact us today to talk through your needs.
Photos are representative of Heritage Lifecare.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 23 Jan 2024 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 20 |
| Vacancy | No |
| We welcome Respite & Short-Term care. | |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Short stay considered | Yes |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms from $5.00/day up to $20.00/day as at 19 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 | No |
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Updated: 20 Dec 2024 |
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Testimonials
| “It was an easy decision coming here, the staff are friendly, and they really care about your wellbeing. They just can’t do enough for you”. Len, Heritage Resident “I like it here; I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else”. Pauline, Heritage Resident “I’d be happy to have any one of them in my family". Noel, Heritage Resident "There’s always something to smile about". Roy, Heritage Resident |
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Updated: 23 Jan 2024 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | ||
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
| Physiotherapist | Yes | Available by referral. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Yes | Available by referral. | |
| Social Worker (on site) | Yes | Available by referral. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | ||
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | ||
| Hairdresser | Yes | ||
| Podiatrist | Yes | A podiatrist visits regularly. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Our menu’s are approved by Dieticians. | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | Available by referral. | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | We can arrange visits from local Kaumatua. | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | We can arrange visits from local religious groups. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | We have a wide range of personnel. Should you require services outside our home, we can assist. | |
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Updated: 23 Jan 2024 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | We have registered nurses on duty 24 hours a day who can provide this level of care. |
| Palliative Care (Contracted) | Yes | |
| 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. Please enquire with a description of your Palliative Care needs. |
| 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 specialist on request. |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | We provide support for residents who have had a stroke. This may include physiotherapy and special diet options. |
| 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 | No | We will provide referrals to other services as required. |
| Community Health | Yes | We link with community health professionals as required. |
| Clinical Management | Yes | Our Clinical Services Manager provides clinical oversight |
| Other Specialties | Yes | Please enquire with a description of your individual healthcare needs. |
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Updated: 17 Jan 2024 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | We offer respite care to give carers a much-needed break, while at the same time providing residents with care and companionship. |
| Carer Support | Yes | Our short stay programmes provide careers with a much-needed break, and support. |
| Other Short Stay Programme | Yes | Our Day programmes give carers a much-needed break, while at the same time providing residents with care and companionship. |
| Subsidised | Yes | Talk to us to find out if you are eligible for a subsidy. |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | |
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Updated: 23 Jan 2024 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | We encourage you to bring your furniture, such as small tables, dressers etc, to personalise your new home. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | All our rooms in the Hospital wing are single rooms |
| Ensuite | Yes | All our rooms have shared ensuite. The ensuites are located between two rooms. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Phone Access In Own Room | No | A portable phone is available for all residents to use in their rooms. |
| Wifi | Yes | Wifi is available for all residents to use during their stay. |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | No | Our facility has underfloor heating as well as heat pumps in common areas. |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | We can discuss your special needs prior to admission. |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | There are two lounge/seating areas available in the Hospital wing. |
| Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | Talk to us or your GP about options. |
| Provide 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. |
| Palliative Care Contract | Yes | Talk to us or your GP about options. |
| 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 | Weekly van outings. Our DT's are also always on hand to take residents shopping etc. |
| Whānau Room | Yes | |
| Māori Kaupapa | Yes | |
| Residents Committee | Yes | We have regular residents meetings. |
| Family Committee | No | We have three monthly independent family meeting. |
| Newsletter | Yes | There is a monthly newsletter that is sent to all families at the beginning of each month. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | In designated areas outside. |
| Semi-Secure | Yes | Our facility is secure. |
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Updated: 17 Jan 2024 |
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Special Features
| At Rosewood, our home reflects the residents who choose us, the local communities around us and the people that support and work for us. You are at home with us. Outdoor features include accessibility ramps, paved courtyard with seating, and a vegetable garden. |
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Updated: 17 Jan 2024 |
Interests & Activities
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We are committed to providing a meaningful and flexible range of activities and events to meet the abilities and interests of our residents, considering their individual needs and cultural beliefs. When you make Rosewood your home, we conduct an assessment with you and your whanau to identify your individual interests and their physical, cultural, creative, intellectual and social needs. We then develop an individualised activities plan to meet your needs. |
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Updated: 23 Jan 2024 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Details about meals | Our menus are all approved by a Dietician. | |
| Visitor information | We welcome visitors into our home. | |
| Internet access | Free WiFi for residents and guests is available in the Care Home. | |
| Associated Complexes | Rosewood is part of the Heritage Lifecare group of care homes and villages across the country, from Invercargill to Whangarei. We have over 2,500 beds nation-wide and 500 independent living units. | |
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Updated: 23 Jan 2024 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Other Information | Yes | We welcome all cultures and have a wide range of different languages spoken. We are also able to assist with translation services. Talk to us about your language needs. |
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Updated: 23 Jan 2024 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| (Other comments) | Yes | We welcome all religions and have access to local religious groups and services. Talk to us about your needs. |
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Updated: 23 Jan 2024 |
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Ethnic Diets
| Ethnic Diet | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Yes | We welcome all cultures and have Dieticians who develop our menus. Talk to us about your needs. |
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Updated: 23 Jan 2024 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.30 Km | The nearby public bus service goes to the town centre. |
| Shops | 1.30 Km | A variety of local stores are within short driving distance. |
| Mall | 1.90 Km | The local town centre has a range of shops and amenities. |
| Parks | 0.70 Km | Parks and recreational sights are within walking distance. |
| Library | 1.60 Km | We receive books from the local library once a month. Are DT's are also on hand to take our residents to the library to exchange books. |
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Updated: 17 Jan 2024 |
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Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | |
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Updated: 23 Jan 2024 |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.