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Takanini Lodge

At a glance
Vacancy
No
Name
Takanini Lodge
Category
Dementia
Address
9-11 Taka Street
Takanini
Auckland 2112
Postal Address
Same as above
Region
Counties Manukau
Phone
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Fax
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Mobile
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Email
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Web
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Personnel
Manager
Rod Manalo - 021 588 742
Owner
Takanini Care Limited - 0212598301
Other services
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Takanini Lodge is known for its warm and inclusive atmosphere. Our dedicated staff prioritize creating a supportive environment where everyone is treated like family. With a range of care options available, including specialized levels of support, you can rest assured that your needs will be met while staying in familiar surroundings

We understand the importance of continuity and comfort, so we strive to accommodate needs without disrupting the sense of home. Whether it’s assistance with daily activities or specialized care, our team is here to ensure your well-being every step of the way.
Service/Facility Details
Service/Facility Details
Detail Status
Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Yes
Certification Yes
ORA Applies No

Updated: 31 May 2023

Bed and Vacancy Details
Bed and Vacancy Details
Detail Status
Approximate number of beds at this level of care 21
Vacancy No
Dementia bed open but reserved for long term admission on Tuesday next week (28/5/24)
Impending vacancy No
Short stay considered Yes
Premium Accommodation Charges Some Rooms from $14.00/day up to $14.00/day as at 25 Jun 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

Updated: 28 Nov 2024

Personnel
Personnel
Type Hours Per Week Status Details
Registered Nurse 400 Yes R/N available 24 hours/day
Nurse Practitioner 30 Yes
Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers 1400 Yes
Physiotherapist Yes Available across the whole site - on site 3 days a week
Occupational Therapist Yes as need arises
Social Worker (on site) No We work closely with community social workers.
Diversional Therapist 120 Yes 3 Therapist in the facility- 1 Dedicated to the dementia unit
Hairdresser 6 Yes on site every Friday
Podiatrist Yes Podiatrist onsite every 4-6 weeks
Dietitian Yes as required to meet residents needs. Always approves 4 weekly summer or winter menus
Kaumatua Negotiable Have access to Papakura Marae
Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor Yes Every week - 2 services: Interchurch and Roman Catholic
Other Personnel Yes Facility and personal Laundry is done off site. Meals prepared fresh on site. Menu choices available. Maintenance staff, Kitchen help and cleaning staff.

Updated: 1 Sep 2023

Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise Status Details
Oxygen Management Yes
Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management Yes Registered Nurse 24/7
End of Life/Palliative Care Yes
Wound Care Yes
Diabetic Care Yes
Continence Advice Yes
Infection Control Yes
Surgical Followup Yes
Psychiatric Care No Support from community Psychiatry services
Community Health Yes
Clinical Management Yes On site Monday to Friday. On call over weekends
Other Specialties Yes

Updated: 1 Sep 2023

Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay Status Details
Respite Yes Subject to availability of bed
Subsidised Yes
Private Paying Yes
Booking can be made in advance Yes

Updated: 31 May 2023

Features
Features
Feature Status Details
May Bring Own Furniture Yes
Single Rooms Yes 21 single rooms with ensuites
Ensuite Yes
Alcohol Permitted Yes if discussed with Clinical Manager
Pets In Residence Yes Bird
Phone Access In Own Room Yes If paid by and arranged by family
Resident can adjust heating in own room Yes
Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability Yes
Lounges/seating areas Yes 2 loungerooms and dining room
Primary Health Funded Short Term Care Yes
Outings Yes every week
Residents Committee Yes
Family Committee Yes All residents hosp/resthome meet every 2 months Family are involved with all care.
Newsletter Yes
Policy for management of challenging behaviour Yes
Confused Residents Yes
Smoking Permitted Yes outside covered area ( supervised)
Semi-Secure No fully secure

Updated: 31 May 2023

Special Features
Special Features
Family orientated. All rooms are single rooms with individual basin and toilet.

Updated: 31 May 2023

Interests & Activities
Interests & Activities
Our 3 Activities staff members provide residents with a wide range of activities, all chosen with the needs of the residents in mind. When possible, activities are also relevant to what is happening in the world and our locality.
Our facility specialises in decorating with an emphasis on current events, such as Anzac Day; Easter, Queen’s Birthday; Mother and Fathers day, Matariki.

We have lovely entertainers that would get your toes tapping and singing. We create an environment of having fun, families are welcome to join in.

Updated: 31 May 2023

Additional Information
Additional Information
Topic Details
What's included in your fees and what's not Fees do not include hairdresser.
Staffing qualifications and details Household staff separate from Care staff. All HCA are trained or busy undergoing training
Details about meals All freshly cooked on site.
Associated Complexes We are part of the Legacy Healthcare Group.

Updated: 30 Apr 2024

Languages Spoken
Languages Spoken
Language Status Details
Afrikaans Yes
Chinese Yes
Chinese dialect Yes
Cook Island Maori Yes
Croatian Yes
Dutch Yes
English Yes
Fijian Yes
Fijian Indian Yes
Filipino Yes
French Yes
Hindi Yes
Japanese Yes
Māori - Te Reo Yes
Marathi Yes
Samoan Yes
Tagalog Yes
Tongan Yes

Updated: 31 May 2023

Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations Status Details
Anglican Yes communication - once a fortnight
Inter denominational Yes once a week
Roman Catholic Yes communication once a fortnight
(Other comments) Yes All Religious Affiliations accepted by staff. Residents are allowed to exercise their own religion.

Updated: 31 May 2023

Distances
Distances
Location Distance Details
Public Transport 100 metres away from Great South Rd - Taxi stand and bus stop & 300 metres from the train
Shops 3.00 Km to Papakura shops and to Manuwera
Mall 10.00 Km Manukau city and Southgate.
Parks 5.00 Km Botanic Gardens - Hill Rd Manuwera
Library 3.00 Km Delivery to site every fortnight Two libraries - Papakura & Manuwera

Updated: 31 May 2023

Credentials & Membership
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
Other details No Training done inhouse with Career pathways.
Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA)

Updated: 31 May 2023


The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.