Bupa Cashmere View Care Home
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Bupa Cashmere View Care Home
- Category
- Psychogeriatric
- Address
- 72 Rose Street
Somerfield
Christchurch 8024 - Region
- Canterbury
- Phone
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- Web
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Personnel
- Manager
- Genevive Alcuizar - (03) 332 3003
- Owner
- Bupa Care Services - 0800 60 80 99
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 Bupa Cashmere View Care Home Audit 03 Sept 2018
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Bupa is proud to offer rest home, hospital and secure dementia care at Bupa Cashmere View Care Home, in south Christchurch, very close to Princess Margaret Hospital.
Bupa Cashmere View Care Home is known in the local community for our homely atmosphere, and for the care provided by our friendly staff. Focusing on making each day the best it can be for your loved one is what’s most important to us. We want everyone to feel at home at Bupa Cashmere View – friends and relatives can come and go whenever suits you, and they're welcome to stay and enjoy a meal with you (for a small fee).
We take the time to get to know each resident, so that our care can be personalised, respecting each person’s likes, dislikes and preferences.
We also have a retirement village co-located next door, which can make visiting a spouse easier.
We would be delighted to have the opportunity to talk with you about our care. Please call Genevive Alcuizar our Care Home Manager, or feel free to drop in at any time.
Alternatively, our community liaison coordinator, Sarah (027 273 2113), can help provide you and your family more information about moving into a care home here in Christchurch, feel free to call her or email: sarah.radburnd@bupa.co.nz
Bupa Cashmere View Care Home is known in the local community for our homely atmosphere, and for the care provided by our friendly staff. Focusing on making each day the best it can be for your loved one is what’s most important to us. We want everyone to feel at home at Bupa Cashmere View – friends and relatives can come and go whenever suits you, and they're welcome to stay and enjoy a meal with you (for a small fee).
We take the time to get to know each resident, so that our care can be personalised, respecting each person’s likes, dislikes and preferences.
We also have a retirement village co-located next door, which can make visiting a spouse easier.
We would be delighted to have the opportunity to talk with you about our care. Please call Genevive Alcuizar our Care Home Manager, or feel free to drop in at any time.
Alternatively, our community liaison coordinator, Sarah (027 273 2113), can help provide you and your family more information about moving into a care home here in Christchurch, feel free to call her or email: sarah.radburnd@bupa.co.nz
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 30 Nov 2016 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 44 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Short stay considered | Yes |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms as at 14 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 | No |
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Updated: 14 Nov 2024 |
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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. | |
| 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 | A local physiotherapist calls in on a regular basis. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Yes | As required. | |
| Social Worker (on site) | Yes | As required. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | As required. | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | Our Activities Assistant is on site 32 hours per week. Our programme incorporates one-to-one activities, group sessions and day trips. | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | Our hairdresser visits on a regular basis and provides a great service at a reasonable price. | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | Our skilled podiatrist visits on request. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | All menus are Dietitian approved. Our Dietitian is available for general advice and oversight of specialised needs. | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | This can be arranged on an individual basis. | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | No | All denomination church services are available Thursdays | |
| Other Personnel | No | 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: 30 Nov 2016 |
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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. |
| 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: 30 Nov 2016 |
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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. |
| 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 | No | 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 | No | 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. This may include physiotherapy and special diet options. |
| 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: 30 Nov 2016 |
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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. |
| 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 | |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | The hospital cat is called Lucy, the Rest Home cats are called Holly and Ivy. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | You are welcome to have a phone and internet installed at your own cost. |
| Wifi | Yes | WiFi is available on request |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | We have under floor heating, that can be adjusted in sections of the care home. |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | We discuss your special needs prior to admission. |
| Lounges/seating areas | 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 program 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. Bupa also has a National Residents and Relatives Association. |
| 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. |
| Rural Setting | No | There is a view of the Cashmere Hills from the grounds. |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Only in the smoking area. |
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Updated: 30 Nov 2016 |
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Special Features
| Bupa Cashmere View Care Home overlooks the lovely Port Hills here in the south region of Christchurch, with a short walk to Pioneer Stadium, Princess Margaret Hospital, and local shops and cafes. |
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Updated: 1 Feb 2024 |
Interests & Activities
| Our residents are welcome to join any of the daily activities we offer, which could include weekly concerts, exercise groups, crafts, gardening, individual interations, Sit Dancing DVD, Happy Hour, Housie outings, trips out and about, mid-Winter parties, themed activities and a number of group events including videos, mini-Olympics and Trip around NZ. |
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Updated: 30 Nov 2016 |
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. Some of our rooms have a small premium payable for additional features. e.g. courtyard off the room or an ensuite. | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | Cashmere View Rest Home and Hospital meets all recommended staffing levels for residential care. | |
| Details about meals | Our menus are dietitian approved and cater to individual preferences and requirements. | |
| Associated Complexes | We are part of Bupa Care Services, a specialist aged care provider. Bupa Care Services also has retirement villages, medical alarms and rehab services available. | |
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Updated: 30 Nov 2016 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
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| Chinese | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian | Yes | |
| Fijian Indian | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | Interpreter sevices can be accessed if required |
| Japanese | Yes | |
| Samoan | Yes | |
| Tagalog | Yes | |
| Thai | Yes | |
| Other Information | Yes | |
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Updated: 30 Nov 2016 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
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| Christian | Yes | |
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Updated: 30 Nov 2016 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
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| Public Transport | 0.20 Km | Bus service including The Orbiter at the corner of Lyttleton Street and Rose Street |
| Shops | 0.40 Km | corner Rose Street and Hoon Hay Road |
| Mall | 1.00 Km | Barrington Mall |
| Parks | 0.20 Km | Pioneer Stadium |
| Library | 1.00 Km | Barrington Mall |
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Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
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| Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
| Other details | No | |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.