Thorrington Care Home - Maple, Kowhai and Cedar Wings
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Thorrington Care Home
- Category
- Rest Home
- Address
- 51 Birdwood Avenue
Beckenham
Christchurch 8023 - Postal Address
- Same as above
- Region
- Canterbury
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Philip Hanson - 0212286764
- Owner
- Archer Villages & Care Homes
- Sales
- Elliott Duston - 021 172 2754
Other services
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Archer's Thorrington Care Home is situated in the heart of the local Beckenhem community, allowing you to stay connected to your neighbourhood.
Archer Thorrington Care Home is within close proximity to hospitals, and within walking distance to shopping centres, medical centres, pharmacies, cafes and other essential amenities.
We pride ourselves on our warm & welcoming approach and offer residents a personalised level of clinical care and comfort with no expensive daily surcharges on standard rooms and modest premiums on ensuite rooms.
We offer a homely-setting for all residents, giving as much choice about daily living as possible. A number of our staff have served our residents in our homes for many years, providing professional support and care as sought by residents. Our ‘resident-centred’ model of care aims to personalise this care as much as possible so that you can love the lifestyle at Archer Thorrington.
One of our Special Character values are our Chaplains. They are available to talk about any issues or questions you have. They offer the hand of pastoral friendship and encouragement.
This is your home and we love supporting you, our residents, to contribute to the daily living within our Villages & Care Homes. An increasing number of activities are resident-run, resident and staff forums ensure we all work together to make our homes homelier.
There are a number of special events during the year, like Easter-ANZAC-Christmas services, and a popular Mid-Winter’s Banquet.
Archer Thorrington Care Home is within close proximity to hospitals, and within walking distance to shopping centres, medical centres, pharmacies, cafes and other essential amenities.
We pride ourselves on our warm & welcoming approach and offer residents a personalised level of clinical care and comfort with no expensive daily surcharges on standard rooms and modest premiums on ensuite rooms.
We offer a homely-setting for all residents, giving as much choice about daily living as possible. A number of our staff have served our residents in our homes for many years, providing professional support and care as sought by residents. Our ‘resident-centred’ model of care aims to personalise this care as much as possible so that you can love the lifestyle at Archer Thorrington.
One of our Special Character values are our Chaplains. They are available to talk about any issues or questions you have. They offer the hand of pastoral friendship and encouragement.
This is your home and we love supporting you, our residents, to contribute to the daily living within our Villages & Care Homes. An increasing number of activities are resident-run, resident and staff forums ensure we all work together to make our homes homelier.
There are a number of special events during the year, like Easter-ANZAC-Christmas services, and a popular Mid-Winter’s Banquet.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 11 Oct 2022 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 40 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Impending vacancy | Yes - YES |
| Short stay considered | Yes |
| 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 | Please enquire |
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Updated: 28 Feb 2025 |
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Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 80 | Yes | The Registered Nurse works Mon- Fri. There are also Oncall arrangements for RN's. |
| Enrolled Nurse | Yes | ||
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
| Physiotherapist | Yes | We can arrange for a physiotherapist to attend as required. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Negotiable | ||
| Social Worker (on site) | Negotiable | We can arrange for social work support if requested. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | ||
| Activities Co-ordinator | 32 | Yes | |
| Hairdresser | 5 | Yes | Our hairdresser currently attends one day a week. |
| Podiatrist | Yes | We arrange for a podiatrist to attend regularly. | |
| Dietitian | Yes | We can arrange for a dietician to assist as required. | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | ||
| Kaumatua | Yes | We can arange for Kaumatua to attend as requested. | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | We hold denominational and non denominational services. | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | Archer Thorrington Care Home is committed to maintaining staffing care levels above industry standards. | |
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Updated: 17 Apr 2024 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Wound Care | Yes | |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | |
| Continence Advice | Yes | |
| Stomal Therapy | Yes | |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | |
| Infection Control | Yes | |
| Clinical Management | Yes | |
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Updated: 18 Apr 2023 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | We offer respite care for individuals and couples. Please call for availability details. |
| Carer Support | Yes | We offer Carer support for individuals and couples. Please call for availability details. |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | No | We can confirm availability for up to a month in advance. |
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Updated: 7 Jul 2022 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | As discussed at the time of admission. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Shared Rooms | Yes | We do have shared room facilities for appropriate residents. |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | We have Premium Studios available. |
| Ensuite | Yes | In Premium Studio. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | Cats, birds, fish. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Portable phone available for resident calls within the facility. |
| Wifi | Yes | |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | For chronic health conditions rest home level of care only. |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | As well as the main lounge, residents and friends are welcome to make use of several seating areas that are away from the hustle and bustle of the main areas. |
| Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | We can provide short term care subject to availability. Respite care. |
| Day Programme for day stay clients | Yes | We provide Daycare support for a limited number of participants. |
| Outings | Yes | Our activities coordinator arranges trips and outings that are appropriate for the residents and season. |
| Family Committee | Yes | |
| Newsletter | Yes | |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Smoking is permitted outdoors. Smokers are welcome to enjoy strolling around our gardens. |
| Semi-Secure | Yes | |
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Updated: 18 Apr 2023 |
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Special Features
| Archer Villages & Care Homes is a faith-based organisation guided by purpose, not profit. We aim to uphold Christian values in everything we do, and, if comfortable, we encourage people to explore their own faith journey. Our Wellbeing Team include three Chaplains who lead and support residents in whatever journey they're on. |
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Updated: 13 Feb 2025 |
Interests & Activities
| Our Activity programme includes: bingo, interdenominational Church services, concerts, entertainers including pianist, exercises, minibus outings, music, crafts, BBQ, board games, visits from canine friends, craft and projects, friends and family happy hour, bowls, quizzes, visiting interest groups, e.g. local pre-school and much more. |
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Updated: 18 Apr 2023 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Staffing qualifications and details | Our Registered Nurse has over 9 years experience as a Registered Nurse working with the elderly. She is supported by our Enrolled Nurse and caregivers in caring for the elderly. Many of our Caregivers have been at Archer Thorrington for some years. | |
| Details about meals | Our five weekly rotational menu has been endorsed by a dietitian. Breakfast may be served in bed. The main meal is in the middle of the day and the tea meal includes a hot dish or salad, a home baked commodity, fresh fruit. Morning afternoon tea and supper are also served with snacks and tea/coffee available 24 hours. | |
| Visitor information | Visitors are welcome. | |
| Recreational opportunities | The Archer THRIVE program offers a diverse array of activities and events tailored to cater to a wide range of interests among our residents. Our primary goal is to foster active participation and engagement in the meaningful aspects of life for each individual. | |
| Internet access | WIFI and internet fibre throughout the village and care home. | |
| Transport | The village has vans for resident trips and excursions. Regularly we take residents to the local supermarket and shopping malls so those who no longer drive, or those who like to be driven, can take advantage of these outings. | |
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Updated: 13 Feb 2025 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Anglican | Yes | |
| Baptist | Yes | |
| Christian | Yes | |
| Denominations/Faiths represented | Yes | We are happy to support individual residents express their personal faith in a respectful manner. |
| Inter denominational | Yes | |
| Methodist | Yes | |
| Presbyterian | Yes | |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | Yes | We have a Christian heritage and also welcome people who have no faith or any affiliation to a church. Diversity is celebrated at Archer Villages & Care Homes. |
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Updated: 17 Apr 2024 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.80 Km | 5 minute walk to the Orbiter bus stop. |
| Shops | 2.00 Km | St Martins New World. |
| Mall | 3.00 Km | Barrington |
| Parks | 0.50 Km | Beckenham |
| Library | 1.30 Km | Christchurch South Library is nearby on Colombo Street. |
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Updated: 7 Jul 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 | |
| Registered Retirement Village? | Yes | |
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Updated: 11 Oct 2022 |
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What's New
CELEBRATING 70 YEARS OF ARCHER VILLAGE & CARE HOMES
- A Journey of Compassion and Community-
This year, 2025, marks a significant milestone for Archer Village & Care Homes as we celebrate the 70th anniversary of our beloved Archer Beckenham. It was on September 17th, 1955, that Archer Beckenham first opened its doors, setting the foundation for a legacy of care and compassion that has spanned seven decades.
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Updated: 18 Feb 2025 |
The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.