Wensley House
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Care Suite Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Wensley House
- Category
- Rest Home
- Address
- 49 Wensley Road
Richmond
Richmond 7020 - Postal Address
- Same as above
- Region
- Nelson Marlborough
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Debbie Gada - 027 443 2649
- Owner
- Experioncare - 027 443 2649
Other services
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At Wensley house, we provide a supportive and caring environment for those who need daily assistance while maintaining as much independence as possible. Our rest home is designed to offer a balance of privacy, community, and professional care in a comfortable, homely setting.
Accommodation
Residents enjoy private, well-furnished rooms with 24-hour emergency call systems for added security. Each room is designed with comfort in mind, offering heating, ample storage, and the opportunity for residents to bring personal belongings to create a familiar space.
Professional Care Services
Our skilled and compassionate caregivers are available 24/7 to assist with personal care needs, including help with daily activities, medication management, and mobility assistance. A registered nurse oversees residents’ health, ensuring every individual receives the best care possible. We also provide regular health assessments to tailor care to each resident’s evolving needs.
Amenities and Services
Delicious Meals: Our talented culinary team prepares nutritious, dietician-approved meals that cater to residents' dietary preferences and needs.
Housekeeping & Laundry: Weekly housekeeping and laundry services ensure a clean and comfortable living environment.
Activities and Social Engagement: To stay active and engaged, residents can participate in various recreational activities, including arts and crafts, games, gentle exercise sessions, and social gatherings.
On-Site Services: We offer convenient on-site services, such as hairdressing, podiatry, and access to visiting healthcare professionals for residents' well-being.
Community Environment
Wensley house fosters a warm and welcoming community atmosphere where residents can build friendships and feel a sense of belonging. Our communal lounge areas, dining room, and beautiful gardens provide plenty of opportunities for residents to connect.
Safety and Security
We prioritize the safety of our residents by offering 24-hour staff presence, emergency call systems, and secured premises. This ensures that residents and their families always have peace of mind.
Care Options
Wensley House offers various care packages to suit different needs, from basic support to more comprehensive care services. Residents can transition to higher levels of care as required.
Contact us today to learn more about the care and comfort provided at Wensley house, and to arrange a visit.
Accommodation
Residents enjoy private, well-furnished rooms with 24-hour emergency call systems for added security. Each room is designed with comfort in mind, offering heating, ample storage, and the opportunity for residents to bring personal belongings to create a familiar space.
Professional Care Services
Our skilled and compassionate caregivers are available 24/7 to assist with personal care needs, including help with daily activities, medication management, and mobility assistance. A registered nurse oversees residents’ health, ensuring every individual receives the best care possible. We also provide regular health assessments to tailor care to each resident’s evolving needs.
Amenities and Services
Delicious Meals: Our talented culinary team prepares nutritious, dietician-approved meals that cater to residents' dietary preferences and needs.
Housekeeping & Laundry: Weekly housekeeping and laundry services ensure a clean and comfortable living environment.
Activities and Social Engagement: To stay active and engaged, residents can participate in various recreational activities, including arts and crafts, games, gentle exercise sessions, and social gatherings.
On-Site Services: We offer convenient on-site services, such as hairdressing, podiatry, and access to visiting healthcare professionals for residents' well-being.
Community Environment
Wensley house fosters a warm and welcoming community atmosphere where residents can build friendships and feel a sense of belonging. Our communal lounge areas, dining room, and beautiful gardens provide plenty of opportunities for residents to connect.
Safety and Security
We prioritize the safety of our residents by offering 24-hour staff presence, emergency call systems, and secured premises. This ensures that residents and their families always have peace of mind.
Care Options
Wensley House offers various care packages to suit different needs, from basic support to more comprehensive care services. Residents can transition to higher levels of care as required.
Contact us today to learn more about the care and comfort provided at Wensley house, and to arrange a visit.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | Yes. An ORA (Occupation Right Agreement) means you have to 'pay' a capital amount to live here. It's a retirement village type of purchase. |
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Updated: 5 Dec 2024 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 30 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| 9 available | |
| Impending vacancy | Yes |
| 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: 19 Dec 2024 |
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Care Suite Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 13 |
| Care Suite Vacancy | Yes |
| 4 available | |
| Care Suite Impending vacancy | Yes - available |
| Care Suite Short stay considered | No |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
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Updated: 19 Dec 2024 |
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Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 80 | Yes | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | Monday to Friday | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | ||
| Hairdresser | 8 | Yes | At least one day a week. Many of residents enjoy being pampered and looking their best. |
| Podiatrist | Yes | Six weekly | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Oversees nutritious meals | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | ||
| Kaumatua | Yes | ||
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | ||
| Other Personnel | Yes | Care manager and other staff are easily accessed. SRN's on duty daily 8 hours and on call. Well qualified and friendly staff with commitment to ongoing training. | |
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Updated: 22 Apr 2024 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | Support from Hospice community Nurses |
| Wound Care | Yes | Graduate paper held in wound care |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Considerable experience in this field. |
| Continence Advice | No | Considerable experience in this field. |
| Spinal Injuries Care | No | However RN has considerable experience in this field. |
| Infection Control | Yes | Considerable experience in this field. |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | |
| Clinical Management | Yes | Care Manager has many years experience of Clinical Management |
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Updated: 5 Dec 2024 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Ensuite | Yes | Some rooms have ensuites some of which are shared |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Portable phone is also available. Computer access also available for those who have their own computer. Line charges apply |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | Communal lounge and a number of smaller intimate areas. |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | |
| Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | |
| Outings | Yes | Outings for shopping, sightseeing and other places of interest. |
| Whānau Room | Yes | |
| Newsletter | Yes | |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Rural Setting | Yes | Situated on the edge of Richmond township overlooking farmland, with lovely hill vistas. |
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Updated: 5 Dec 2024 |
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Interests & Activities
| Children welcome, large gardens and lawn, Age Concern, Parkinson's Society, Blind Foundation, RSA, Senior Citizens, Alzheimers Society, Probus, Stroke Group, support groups, art where individuals are catered for, regular cards group, fortnightly church services and Bible Study groups weekly, activites programme (includes craft, music, quizzes, outdoor and indoor games, outings and videos), email and internet to office, entertainment (regular concerts and socials), exercises twice weekly, library (large print books and magazines), massage on request, set menu ( individual requirements are catered for), newspaper reading weekly, weekly shopping., Alzheimer's Society |
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Updated: 5 Dec 2024 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | Please see manager for details | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | SRN's on duty daily 8-16 hours and on call. Well qualified and friendly staff with commitment to ongoing training. Generous staffing ratio and low staff turnover. | |
| Details about meals | Home cooked meals. Baking at morning and afternoon tea. Specific needs and wants catered for. | |
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Updated: 5 Dec 2024 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| English | Yes | |
| Māori - Te Reo | Yes | |
| Other Details | Yes | Translators usually available. |
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Updated: 5 Dec 2024 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Non denominational | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | Yes | All faiths welcome. Informal bible study group meets weekly. |
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Updated: 5 Dec 2024 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 1.00 Km | |
| Shops | 1.00 Km | |
| Mall | 1.00 Km | |
| Parks | 0.20 Km | |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.