WesleyCare
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- WesleyCare
- Category
- Rest Home
- Address
- 91 Harewood Road
Papanui
Christchurch 8053 - Region
- Canterbury
- Phone
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- Fax
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- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Donna Coxshall - 033751055
- Owner
- Christchurch Methodist Mission - 033751055
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Our overall mission is to promote social justice through partnerships that strengthen families and build fair and safe communities.
Our facility has a focus on dignity, independence and opportunities for older people in a range of affordable and secure accommodation.
Our facility has a focus on dignity, independence and opportunities for older people in a range of affordable and secure accommodation.
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 Jul 2024 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 34 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Short stay considered | No |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Yes from $25.00/day up to $25.00/day as at 04 Sep 2024 |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | Yes |
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Updated: 24 Dec 2024 |
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Testimonials
| From a recent survey in December here are some comments from our residents/family: "I can not speak highly enough of my mother's care" "Staff are friendly and patient...." "Very satisfied with everything. Happy my relative is happy and well cared for." |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2022 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | We always have a registered nurse on site. All our registered nurses have substantial experience in caring for the elderly and palliative care.We use Nurse Maude Pallative team for advice and support | |
| Enrolled Nurse | Yes | We have two very skilled enrolled nurses, one full time and one casual | |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | Our staff are friendly and always there to help out, many have been here for over 15 years - a testimony of a stable workforce | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | We have a contracted physio that comes in two days a week as well as two physio aides who work full-time under her direction. | |
| Social Worker (on site) | Yes | We have access to a large number of qualified social workers through our Christchurch Methodist Misson community services team. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | We have one qualified Diversonal Therapist who is full-time | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | We have two Activities Staff who work full time alongside our Diversonal Therapist including group and one - one activities. | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | We have a salon and two hairdressers available three days a week. | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | Regular podiatry visits | |
| Dietitian | Yes | We have access to a Dietitian as required with regular menu reviews | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | Through Age Concern, Foundation for the Blind, Arthritis Society, MS Society | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | The Methodist Mission have a long standing partnership relationship with Te Whatu-Manawa Maoritanga O Rehua Marae, since its inception as Rehua Hostel in 1952. | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | We have an in-house Chaplain who coordinates a team of ministers and lay people from various denominations. We have services on Wednesdays and Sundays. There is a monthly Catholic Mass as well as weekly communion visits to Catholic residents | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | We have regular volunteers that include a hand massage therapist, musicians, craft assistants. We have a lovely receptionist Katherine who welcomes all that come in our front door We also have Tracy the Ear Nurse who visits regulary | |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2022 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | We have sufficient equipment to offer to residents that need extra support with their respiratory function. |
| Palliative Care (Contracted) | Yes | We have well qualified registered nurses who look after our Palliative care residents with the support of the Nurse Maude Palliative Team |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | We offer excellent palliative care to residents of all ages, on referral. |
| IV Antibiotic Capability | Yes | Through Acute Demand team at Pegasus |
| Dialysis | Yes | Dialysis unit at CPH have installed the necessary equipment for this to take place bed dependent. |
| Wound Care | Yes | All RN's are qualified in wound management. We have excellent training from Ebos. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | We have a number of residents with diabetes whom we care for and monitor sucessfully |
| Continence Advice | Yes | We have well trained healthcare assistants who are knowledgeable in assessing the resident for the correct continence products. |
| Stomal Therapy | Yes | We would access a specialist through Nurse Maude. |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | Through Stroke services from OPHSS. |
| Spinal Injuries Care | Yes | We have the expertise to manage these |
| Infection Control | Yes | We have a Registered Nurse who leads the staff in Infection Control management which includes regular training and updating of procedures/information. |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | Yes depending on complexity |
| Psychiatric Care | Yes | Through the Older Persons Health Specialist Service (OPMH ),Psychiatric Services of the Elderly. |
| Clinical Management | Yes | We have two Unit Coordinators, Jyllanie and Maureen, who are responsible for the clinical oversight of the residents in their respective areas. We have further oversight from our Quality/Clinical Manager Avi. |
| Other Specialties | Yes | We would like to be given the opportunity to manage any person with a specific need. We have cared for residents with an intellectual disability. |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2022 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | If we have availability. |
| Carer Support | Yes | If we have availability. |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | Please get in touch to see if we are able to assist you |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2022 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | Providing it meets our requirements so we can provide the safest care for you we are willing to discuss this. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | We have 1 studio unit for a couple where at least one person has been assessed for hospital level of care. |
| Ensuite | Yes | All rooms. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | We have weekly happy hour that is regularly attended by residents hosted and funded by our facility. Residents may have their own alcohol with the approval of their GP. |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | We have a cat called Princess and tropical fish. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | Willing to discuss this. Resident or family would be responsible for all pet care. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Currently a $20/month charge |
| Wifi | Yes | $10 per month |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | We have experience in caring for people who are under 65 with chronic long term illnesses |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | We have numerous small and large lounges for family and residents to meet in. |
| Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | Please enquire about how we may be able to help you and your family |
| Palliative Care Contract | Yes | Please enquire about how we may be able to help you and your family |
| Outings | Yes | We have a van that staff use to take residents on outings. |
| Whānau Room | Yes | We have rooms available for a quiet space for family |
| Māori Kaupapa | Yes | Staff have an annual training to promote an understanding |
| Residents Committee | No | We have a regular residents meeting with the resident advocate. |
| Newsletter | Yes | Occasional newsletters are distributed. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | WesleyCare ensures that the needs of residents with challenging behaviours are managed effectively to enhance their quality of life and ensure a safe environment for the other residents and staff. We utilise DHB expertise if we require assistance |
| Confused Residents | Yes | Although we do not provide Dementia Care we are able to manage the triggers and other factors that result in short term confusion.If a residents safety becomes at risk they may have to shift to a dementia care unit. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | We aim to be completely smoke free, no smoking on site. |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2022 |
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Special Features
| We are in the process of building a BRAND NEW 100 bed Hospital, Kitchen, Laundry and Chapel. Stage ONe will be ready Mid-2015 and the rest will follow in 2016. |
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Updated: 27 Nov 2014 |
Interests & Activities
| Activity programme, Advocate, Big print books, Bingo, Blind Foundation, Board games, Bowls, Canine friends, Chapel, Church, Children, , Concerts, Craft, Dancing, Entertainers, Entertainment, Exercises, Games, Garden, Golf, Happy Hour, Housie, Indoor Games, , Jigsaw, Library, Massage, Music, Newspaper reading, Outings, Pastoral care, Pianist, Quizzes, Reading, Shopping, Singing |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2022 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Staffing qualifications and details | We have a mixture of Senior Nurses and newer graduates. Most healthcare assistants have been with us over 15 years | |
| Details about meals | All Meals are made on site with home-baking for morning tea, afternoon tea and supper. | |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2022 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese | Yes | We have some Chinese staff. |
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian | Yes | We have some Fijian staff. |
| Fijian Indian | Yes | We have some Fijian Indian staff. |
| Filipino | Yes | We have many Filipino staff. |
| French | Yes | We have a French RN |
| Hindi | Yes | We have several Indian staff. |
| Interpreter | Yes | We have access to Interpreters that we can call in if required. |
| Japanese | Yes | We have two Japanese staff. |
| Korean | Yes | We have some Korean staff. |
| Māori - Te Reo | Yes | We have some Maori staff. |
| Nepali | Yes | We have three Nepalese healthcare assistants. |
| Samoan | Yes | We have some Samoan staff. |
| Tagalog | Yes | |
| Thai | Yes | We have a Thai staff member. |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2022 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | Yes | |
| Methodist | Yes | We are part of the Christchurch Methodist Mission |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | The local priest comes in to say Mass several times a year. Parish visitors provide Communion to Roman Catholic residents. |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2022 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | We have a Bus Stop outside the main building | |
| Shops | We are close to the Papanui Shops | |
| Mall | We are close to Northlands Mall | |
| Parks | Small Park across the road from us | |
| Library | We are close to Papanui Library | |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2022 |
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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 | |
| Police checked | Yes | |
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Updated: 27 Dec 2022 |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.