Wairarapa Village
At a glance
- Name
- Wairarapa Village
- Category
- Hospital
- Address
- 140 Chapel Street
Masterton
Masterton 5810 - Postal Address
- PO Box 166
Masterton 5840 - Region
- Wairarapa
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- Fax
- View Fax Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Rebecca Richardson - 06 370 6026
- Owner
- Wairarapa LP
- Facility Clinical Manager
- Rebecca Richardson - 06 370 6022
Other services
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At the heart of it all, it’s about the people
At WAIRARAPA VILLAGE, we pride ourselves on the quality of our staff. We have carefully handpicked the most experienced, friendly and compassionate people we could find, who care deeply about our residents. What separates WAIRARAPA VILLAGE team, from others is the genuine connection and respect that exists for everyone in their world, be it our residents or other staff.
At WAIRARAPA VILLAGE, we pride ourselves on the quality of our staff. We have carefully handpicked the most experienced, friendly and compassionate people we could find, who care deeply about our residents. What separates WAIRARAPA VILLAGE team, from others is the genuine connection and respect that exists for everyone in their world, be it our residents or other staff.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 18 Jun 2013 |
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Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 224 | Yes | Our Hospital offers 24 hour Registered Nurse care, who are supported by a Senior Registered Nurse and a Nurse Manager. |
| Nurse Practitioner | Yes | We are able to access a Nurse Practitioner from the community. | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | We have a team of highly dedicated and well trained Caregivers. We encourage ACE training for our Caregiving team and provide a variety of Training options for them. | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | Physiotherapist comes weekly to assess and work with Residents. The Physiotherapist also provides training on lifting and moving Residents, including using hoists. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Negotiable | Occupational Therapist can be accessed through the DHB Masterton Hospital. | |
| Social Worker (on site) | Negotiable | Social Workers can be accessed through the DHB Masterton Hospital | |
| Diversional Therapist | 29 | Yes | Our Diversional Therapist works Mon-Fri offering a range of activities for all levels of Residents needs. |
| Activities Co-ordinator | 16 | Yes | Our Activity Co-ordinator works alongside the Diversional Therapist, offering a wide range of activities for all levels of residents needs. |
| Hairdresser | 14 | Yes | We have our own salon where our local Hairdresser works 2 days per week |
| Podiatrist | Yes | The Podiatrist visits monthly,of which all residents have access. | |
| Dietitian | Negotiable | We have access to a Dietitian at the DHB Masterton Hospital, however, we have a fully trained team who are able to discuss dietry needs with both residents and family/whanau | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | ||
| Kaumatua | Yes | We are able to access our local Kaumatua, or alternatively family/whanau are able to contact their own of choice. | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | We follow Residents wishes as to who to contact for them. | |
| Other Personnel | 40 | Yes | We have an on-site Village Receptionist |
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Updated: 3 Feb 2015 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | Supervised by Registered Nurses |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | No | Supervised by Registered Nurses |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| IV Antibiotic Capability | Yes | Supervised by Registered Nurses |
| Dialysis | Yes | Can be accessed via the DHB Masterton Hospital |
| Wound Care | Yes | All Specialists are able to be accessed from the DHB Masterton Hospital. We request regular visits to ensure that we offer the highest standards possible when dealing with wounds. We encourage our local wound care nurse to offer our staff training |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Can be accessed from the DHB Masterton Hospital. We regularly contact our local Diabetic Nurse for advise and staff training |
| Continence Advice | Yes | We access our continence Advisers both from the Hospital and our local contractor of products. Both offer staff training and up to date research. |
| Stomal Therapy | Yes | Supervised by Registered Nurses |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | Can be accessed via the DHB Masterton Hospital |
| Tracheotomy Care | Yes | Can be accessed via the DHB Masterton Hospital |
| Infection Control | Yes | Nurse Manager and Senior Registered Nurse ensure that our infection control is of the highest standard. We can also access the DHB Masterton Hospital Specialist for training and advise. |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | This can be accessed by the District Nursing Service or staff at the DHB Masterton Hospital |
| Psychiatric Care | Yes | The Mental Health Team can be accessed by the DHB through Masterton Hospital. |
| Clinical Management | Yes | Nurse Manager - works Monday-Friday, and can be contactable on mobile phone. |
| Other Specialties | Yes | Senior Registered Nurse |
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Updated: 6 Aug 2020 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | We also offer health recovery and rehabilitation. Please talk to your GP as care may be funded by your District Health Board. Alternatively it can be directly arranged with us and privately funded. |
| Other Short Stay Programme | Yes | |
| High Care Needs | Yes | |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | |
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Updated: 15 Sep 2017 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | We encourage family/whanau to make Resident rooms as homely as possible |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Ensuite | Yes | All our rooms offer individual toilet and wash basin |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | Residents are able to keep alcohol in their own rooms, or an alternative we offer an "happy hour" each day where residents join in laughter and a glass of their favourite "tipple". |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | This is assessed on an individual basis |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | Individually assessed |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | All rooms have their own heaters which are adjustable, and the corridor heating is set |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | We offer a large main lounge with full seating, and a smaller lounge where tea/coffee facilities are available |
| Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | We offer a full range of activities |
| Outings | Yes | Our Diversional Therapist offers van trips - weather permitted 2-3 times per week, and an ice cream for the return journey |
| Whānau Room | Yes | We offer a secondary small lounge where family/whanau are able to make a hot drink. |
| Māori Kaupapa | Yes | We offer cultural and sensitive cares - we have several Maori and Pacific Island staff who are able to support Residents requesting input. |
| Residents Committee | Yes | We have a monthly Residents meeting, where the Village, Nurse and Kitchen Manager attend, so that all Residents are able to share their concerns and compliments. |
| Family Committee | Yes | We offer yearly family meetings to discuss care plans and the needs of our Residents. The Nurse Manager's door is "always open" and happy to discuss any issues that you may have at any time. |
| Newsletter | No | We prefer to use daily memos as required |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | We offer yearly training around de-escalation and behavioural problems |
| Confused Residents | Yes | We will work to provide the highest possible care for all our Residents, referring to appropriate specialists for advise if required. Our staff are trained to work with all levels of cognitive issues |
| Rural Setting | Yes | Our Village is set with mature trees and fabulous rose gardens, yet a "hop skip and jump" to the town centre |
| Smokers Room | Yes | We do not encourage smoking - however, a designated area is available for smokers. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Not in the facility |
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Updated: 6 Aug 2020 |
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Special Features
| Full Hospital Level Cares Fully trained and experienced Staff Residents have the choice of their own GP or Visiting GP (Janet Saunders) Proactive Senior Registered Nurse Residents have full use of our Village gardens |
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Updated: 6 Aug 2020 |
Interests & Activities
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Residents are able to access their continued groups in the Community if they request We offer a full range of activities to suit all needs. We are able to access the local Advocate for any concerns that our Residents, family/whanau may have. All Residents are able to access their own Care Manager (Registered Nurse) and Key worker (Caregiver) We offer regular BBQ's and parties where our Staff team join in We offer a small library for large print books. Our Diversional Therapist offers "housey" and other games throughout the week Our co-ordinator offers indoor bowls Residents have the choice of breakfast in our main dining room or in their bedroom, however, we do like to encourage lunch in the dining room to encourage the social aspect of our holistic care We have many visitors who bring in their pets We have several denominations of Church/religous activities for those residents who choose We encourage family/whanau participation We offer regular afternoon music sessions with panio and singing We offer regular "in-house Movies" with popcorn and ice cream!! We offer weekly activities of Resident craft and cooking participation We offer high-low electric beds, with air mattresses should Residents require increased nursing cares Residents have the option of having computers in their rooms as well as SKY Residents have the choice to visit other facilities for quiz and other entertainments We offer a pond with fish that Residents are able to enjoy along with the wild life that visits |
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Updated: 24 Feb 2012 |
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| English | Yes | We are able to access our local Translator services |
| Māori - Te Reo | Yes | Some of our Staff do have some understanding of the language |
| Samoan | Yes | We do have some staff with some knowledge of the language |
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Updated: 24 Feb 2012 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | |
| Baptist | Yes | |
| Jehovah Witness | Yes | |
| Methodist | Yes | |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | Yes | We offer various services for Residents |
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Updated: 24 Feb 2012 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.20 Km | Local bus service runs from Masterton to Featherston and return, also to Palmerston North. Local trains to Wellington and return. |
| Shops | 0.50 Km | 2 minute walk to The Wharehouse and 10 minute walk to either Kuripuni Village or Town Centre. |
| Mall | 0.00 Km | |
| Parks | 1.50 Km | Masterton has beautiful Queen Elizabeth Park with crazy golf, cricket and wild bird sanctuary. Henley Lake is situated the other end of Masterton and worth a visit. |
| Library | 1.20 Km | Masterton Library is situated at the other end of town centre and is around a 5 minute drive. |
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Updated: 8 Jul 2014 |
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Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
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| National Certificate in Diversional Therapy | Yes | |
| 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: 24 Feb 2012 |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.