Takanini Lodge
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Takanini Lodge
- Category
- Hospital
- Address
- 9-11 Taka Street
Takanini
Auckland 2112 - Postal Address
- Same as above
- Region
- Counties Manukau
- Phone
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- Fax
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- Mobile
- View Mobile Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Rod Manalo - 021 588 742
- Owner
- Takanini Care Limited - 0212598301
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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 |
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Updated: 31 May 2023 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 37 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Short stay considered | No |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | No |
| 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: 28 Nov 2024 |
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Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 228 | Yes | Care is overseen by R/N Clinical Cordinator, there is also a Registered Nurse on each shift |
| Nurse Practitioner | Yes | ||
| Physiotherapist | 8 | Yes | on site x 2 days a week with full time on site Physiotherapy assistant. |
| Occupational Therapist | Negotiable | By arrangement with R/N | |
| Social Worker (on site) | No | Work closely with community social workers | |
| Diversional Therapist | 65 | Yes | 2 therapists |
| Hairdresser | Yes | on site 1 x weekly | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | contracted Podiatrist calls every 6 weeks | |
| Dietitian | Yes | by negotiation for special diets and authorises 4 weekly summer and winter menus | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | via Papakura MARAE | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Interdenominational services are held each week. Anglican and RC ministers call every 2 weeks for communication. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | Kitchen, cleaning and Laundry staff. | |
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Updated: 31 May 2023 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Wound Care | Yes | |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | |
| Continence Advice | Yes | via Clinical Manager /R/N & USL |
| Stomal Therapy | No | Available from community if nessasary |
| Infection Control | Yes | VIA Clinical Manager |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | |
| Psychiatric Care | No | consult with Counties Manukau |
| Clinical Management | Yes | |
| Other Specialties | Yes | Nursing education Intensive care experience |
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Updated: 31 May 2023 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | Subject to bed availability |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | |
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Updated: 31 May 2023 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | |
| Single Rooms | Yes | All rooms are single |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | 1 room |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | Clinical Coordinator will assess - may depend on medical diagnosis |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | Bird and a cat |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | only in rare circumstances and depending on what pet |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | main lounge plus 2 small ones in resthome |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | Via GP services - POAC |
| Outings | Yes | every week via site van plus other special trips once or twice month - coffee/cafe trips, special functions |
| Whānau Room | Yes | Small lounge room is available for use by residents and their families |
| Residents Committee | Yes | Held every two months |
| Family Committee | Yes | Have had information evenings for relatives.Monthly meeting schedule with relatives. |
| Newsletter | Yes | |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Smokers Room | No | covered area by Laundry room |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Only outside under supervision. |
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Updated: 31 May 2023 |
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Special Features
| We create a family environment and believe that TLC is mostly what our residents need. |
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Updated: 31 May 2023 |
Interests & Activities
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Our 2 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. |
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Updated: 31 May 2023 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | Hairdresser fee not included | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | We have separate Household staff from Care staff | |
| Details about meals | All our meals are cooked on site | |
| Associated Complexes | We are part of the Legacy Healthcare Group. | |
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Updated: 30 Apr 2024 |
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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 | |
| German | Yes | |
| Indonesian | Yes | |
| Korean | Yes | |
| Māori - Te Reo | Yes | |
| Samoan | Yes | |
| Shona | Yes | |
| Swahili | Yes | |
| Tagalog | Yes | |
| Tokelauan | Yes | |
| Tongan | Yes | |
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Updated: 31 May 2023 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | communion every fortnight |
| Inter denominational | Yes | service once a week |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | communion once every 2 weeks |
| (Other comments) | Yes | We support residents to exercise their own Religious Affiliations and accept the differences. |
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Updated: 31 May 2023 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 100 metres to Great South Rd - taxi stand and bus & 300 METRES to Train station | |
| Shops | 3.00 Km | to 2 shopping centres - Papakura Township and Takanini Southgate Shopping Centre |
| Mall | 10.00 Km | Manukau Westfield Mall and South Mall, Manurewa |
| Parks | 5.00 Km | Botanic Gardens - Hill Rd Manuwera |
| Library | 3.00 Km | 2 Libraries - Papakura and Manuwera Mobile library service calls every fortnight |
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Updated: 31 May 2023 |
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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. |
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Updated: 31 May 2023 |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.