Avondale Lifecare
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Avondale Lifecare
- Category
- Rest Home
- Address
- 92 Rosebank Road
Avondale
Auckland 1026 - Postal Address
- Same as above
- Region
- Auckland
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- View Email Address
Personnel
- Manager
- Resina Rakai - 0274855949
Other services
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Make your home at Avondale
When it comes to everyday life, Avondale makes it easy, with rest home, hospital, respite and dementia care. The well-appointed rooms all look out onto sheltered courtyards or landscaped gardens and come complete with a 24-hour call system and WiFi.
Light, bright and welcoming, Avondale is set amongst lovely gardens, just a hop, skip and a jump from the Avondale shopping centre, where you’ll find all the essentials. A short drive from there is the New Lynn shopping mall.
We offer everything from hairdressing to podiatry and SKY TV. We have a range of recreational activities including board games, happy hour, gardening, crafts, indoor bowls and cooking. Our facility van is also always on hand for outings.
But don’t just take our word for it, see what our resident Graeme has to say ...
An executive Manager at Westpac for over 40 years, Graeme has lived all over New Zealand and around the world. When it came to choosing a rest-home, Graeme and his family decided on Avondale Lifecare so he and his wife, Anna, could be together. He’s very pleased they made that decision.
“Anna and I spend time together every day, in our rooms, or in the garden. We’re treated very well and the staff are friendly and caring.”
He’s made other friends here too and goes to the dining room most days. “The food is very good, definitely better than average and my room is more than comfortable.” If you ask Graeme he’ll tell you he’s much better off in here “because if anything goes wrong, they’ll soon sort you out.”
When it comes to everyday life, Avondale makes it easy, with rest home, hospital, respite and dementia care. The well-appointed rooms all look out onto sheltered courtyards or landscaped gardens and come complete with a 24-hour call system and WiFi.
Light, bright and welcoming, Avondale is set amongst lovely gardens, just a hop, skip and a jump from the Avondale shopping centre, where you’ll find all the essentials. A short drive from there is the New Lynn shopping mall.
We offer everything from hairdressing to podiatry and SKY TV. We have a range of recreational activities including board games, happy hour, gardening, crafts, indoor bowls and cooking. Our facility van is also always on hand for outings.
But don’t just take our word for it, see what our resident Graeme has to say ...
An executive Manager at Westpac for over 40 years, Graeme has lived all over New Zealand and around the world. When it came to choosing a rest-home, Graeme and his family decided on Avondale Lifecare so he and his wife, Anna, could be together. He’s very pleased they made that decision.
“Anna and I spend time together every day, in our rooms, or in the garden. We’re treated very well and the staff are friendly and caring.”
He’s made other friends here too and goes to the dining room most days. “The food is very good, definitely better than average and my room is more than comfortable.” If you ask Graeme he’ll tell you he’s much better off in here “because if anything goes wrong, they’ll soon sort you out.”
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 Oct 2024 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 11 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Visitors are most welcome to come in at any time to inspect our home. | |
| Impending vacancy | Yes - 0 |
| Short stay considered | No |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms as at 06 Nov 2024 |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | Unknown |
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Updated: 21 Nov 2024 |
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Testimonials
| "Sometimes words don't illustrate the true meaning of our intentions and I find that this is one of those times. It is very difficult to put into words the gratitude we feel for the care given to Mum during her stay at Avondale Rest Home, by all of the staff. My sister and I would like to say thank you. The care was of an incredibly high standard and I believe that the staff went beyond their call of duty on numerous occasions and this was evident during Mums last days. Would you please pass on our sincere thanks to all staff." "Very complimentary of the activities programme and activities staff. Expressed how lovely the sensory room is and very useable." "Thank you so much for looking after our beloved Mum with such love and kindness in her final years." |
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Updated: 31 Oct 2024 |
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. Registered nurse on site. An on-call manager is available after-hours and weekends. | |
| Nurse Practitioner | Negotiable | ||
| 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 | Available by referral | |
| Occupational Therapist | Negotiable | As required. | |
| Social Worker (on site) | Negotiable | As required. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | Diversional Therapist four days per week | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Our Activities Coordinator is on site 6 days per week. Our program is incorporates with one-to-one activities, group sessions and day trips. | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | Our hairdresser visits on a weekly 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 oversees special needs. | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | This can be arranged on an individual basis. | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | ||
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Fortnightly non-denominational church service. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | A wide range of entertainers - Allied Health Professional as needed - A GP who visits regularly and is also available on-call. | |
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Updated: 31 Oct 2024 |
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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. |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | We have a registered nurse on duty 24 hours a day who can provide this level of care. |
| Bariatric (Care of the very overweight) | Yes | DHB will provide all Bariatric equipments. |
| 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. |
| 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: 31 Oct 2024 |
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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. |
| Other Short Stay Programme | Yes | |
| High Care Needs | Yes | |
| Subsidised | Yes | 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: 31 Oct 2024 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | Residents are welcome to personalise their room. We understand the importance of making it feel like home. rooms. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | We have nicely appointed single rooms. |
| Shared Rooms | No | We have no shared rooms, although we would accommodate a husband and wife, who wished to have the same room - negotiable and subject to availability. |
| Ensuite | Yes | All rooms have a private en-suite. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | snowy our little dog |
| 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. |
| Wifi | Yes | |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | The home is centrally heated with underfloor heating. |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | We discuss your special needs prior to admission. |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | Great outdoor area. We have two lounges both of which open on to a lovely private garden. One lounge has a flat screen TV with SKY television. |
| Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | |
| 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 | 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 | Individual funding may be available. Ask your GP or the hospital for more details. |
| 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 programme, 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 | We respect all cultures. |
| Residents Committee | Yes | We have a care home residents group with regular meetings. |
| Family Committee | Yes | We welcome family input and hold family forums on a regular basis. |
| 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: 31 Oct 2024 |
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Special Features
| Avondale welcomes residents from all cultures We have a multicultural and stable workforce and encourage staff to converse with residents in their native tongue |
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Updated: 31 Oct 2024 |
Interests & Activities
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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. Entertainment - Occasional entertainers visit e.g. pianist, local schoolchildren singing groups, Niuean 60+ Cultural Group PINE MO LUKU. Exercises - Twice weekly gentle exercise class Garden - spacious outdoor area with gazebo and planter boxes. Happy Hour - monthly with golden oldy music background. If possible we encourage residents to share in activities in other wings. |
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Updated: 31 Oct 2024 |
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 | Avondale Lifecare 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: 31 Oct 2024 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
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| Cantonese | Yes | |
| Chinese | Yes | |
| Chinese dialect | Yes | |
| Cook Island Maori | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian | Yes | |
| Fijian Indian | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Gujarati | Yes | |
| Hindi | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | Available via Citizens Advice Bureau's Language Link |
| Malay | Yes | |
| Mandarin | Yes | |
| Māori - Te Reo | Yes | |
| Nepali | Yes | |
| Niuean | Yes | |
| Punjabi | Yes | |
| Samoan | Yes | |
| Tongan | Yes | |
| Tuvalu | Yes | |
| Urdu | Yes | |
| Yue Chinese | Yes | |
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Updated: 31 Oct 2024 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | Conducts fortnightly church service for residents who wish to attend |
| Baptist | Yes | |
| Christian | Yes | |
| Denominations/Faiths represented | Yes | |
| Evangelical | Yes | |
| Hindu | Yes | |
| Inter denominational | Yes | |
| Muslim | Yes | |
| Jehovah Witness | Yes | |
| Methodist | Yes | |
| Non denominational | Yes | Fortnightly church service for residents who wish to attend |
| Pentecostal | Yes | |
| Presbyterian | Yes | |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | By arrangement |
| Salvation Army | Yes | |
| Seventh Day Adventist | Yes | |
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Updated: 31 Oct 2024 |
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Ethnic Diets
| Ethnic Diet | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese | Yes | |
| Halal | Yes | |
| Indian | Yes | |
| Other | Yes | |
| Vegan | Yes | |
| Vegetarian | Yes | |
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Updated: 31 Oct 2024 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.20 Km | Regular bus and train service to city centre and New Lynn Bus Depot |
| Shops | 0.20 Km | All commodities available including optometrist, ASB, BNZ, Library, Cafes, Travel agent, Dentist, RSA and Bowls clubs, Drycleaning agent, Avondale Community centre & Citizen's Advice Bureau, WINZ office, Hollywood Cinema |
| Mall | 2.00 Km | LynnMall Shopping Complex |
| Parks | 0.05 Km | Small reserve opposite |
| Library | 0.20 Km | Located opposite Avondale Care Home at the Community Centre |
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Updated: 31 Oct 2024 |
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Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
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| Care Association New Zealand | Yes | |
| National Certificate in Diversional Therapy | Yes | |
| Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | |
| Police checked | Yes | |
| Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
| Trade Registered | Yes | |
| Retirement Village Accreditation (Expiry date) | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
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Updated: 31 Oct 2024 |
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What's New
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Breakfast in bed or full sit-down service from 8am. |
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Updated: 31 Oct 2024 |
The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.