Dedicated aged care

Respected as a Christchurch centre of excellent elderly care our friendly team are second to none.  In our sunny, spacious 38 bed hospital our professional team of registered nurses and care staff offer dedicated 24 hour care in either standard or premium rooms with an ensuite.

Care is personal through the development of individual Care Plans created by registered nursing staff on arrival to ensure appropriate continuity of support and treatment. Every resident and their family or whānau have the opportunity to participate in this process.

Physiotherapy

A registered physiotherapist visits each week to help maintain the highest level of mobility for our residents.

Chaplaincy

A Chaplain is available to all residents and everyone is welcome to church services.

Meals and Snacks

Prepared under contract in our own kitchens, residents are offered two main course choices at lunch and dinner.  Morning and afternoon tea are served daily and everyone is encouraged to meet in the dining room for meals.  Snacks are available on request at any time.  All dietary and textural needs are catered for.

Activities & Outings

Our dedicated Activities team offer a programme over 7 days a week, to meet the differing capabilities of our residents. Participation of residents in the activities programme is voluntary, though all are encouraged to join in some form of activity (either group or individual). The activity programme is designed to promote socialisation, mental and physical stimulation, encouraging a general sense of vitality and increasing residents’ confidence and independence. Visitors are always welcome to join in or assist with these activities where they feel comfortable.

• Weekly van trips around Christchurch’s shopping malls and attractions
• Musical entertainment
• Exercises
• Games & quizzes
• Newspaper reading
• Theme days
• Outings which take in both central Christchurch and the outlying natural environment
• Crafts
• Fish ‘n’ chip lunches

Hospital Social Programme: