Four levels of residential care

As discussed in our prior article there are four levels of residential care in New Zealand. This article aims to shed light on the different levels of residential care.

Rest Homes

Rest homes, also known as aged care facilities, are designed to provide accommodation and support for older people who can complete some tasks or assistance with some activities, but do not require extensive medical care. These facilities offer a comfortable living environment, communal dining areas, and social activities.

Long-Stay Hospital Care

Long-stay Hospital Care facilities cater to individuals who have significant medical problems or disabilities and therefore require more specialised care. These facilities have a higher ratio of staff to clients who assist residents with personal care, mobility, medication management, and other specialised needs.

Dementia Units

Dementia units focus on providing specialised care for individuals living with dementia or other mental illnesses. These units are designed to ensure the safety and wellbeing of residents who could be a risk to themselves or others. Staff are trained to handle the unique challenges associated with dementia and provide personalised care.

Psychogeriatric Units

Psychogeriatric units care for people with significant mental health or severe dementia or addiction disorders, who have challenging behavioural issues. These units require a high level of care and management from specialist staff in a secure environment.

Residential care facilities in New Zealand play a crucial role in providing support, accommodation, and specialised care to individuals with varying needs. Whether it is elderly individuals requiring assistance, individuals with disabilities or living with dementia or those in need of psychogeriatric care. The different care levels provide tailored services to enhance the well-being and quality of life of their residents.

By understanding the different types of residential care available, individuals and their families can make informed decisions regarding the most suitable care option for their specific needs. It’s important you have a team who can take the time to talk it through with you. Please contact us at Fleur McDonald Legal on 03 365 1595 or office@fmlegal. co.nz. Together, we’ll support you, or your loved one, as you find the best solution to meet your needs. A

Aged Care Commissioner, Carolyn Cooper, paid a visit to Age Concern Canterbury recently. Carolyn was appointed to the role with the Health and Disability Commission (HDC) in February 2022. Her appointment was seen as an opportunity to elevate HDC’s work to promote and protect the rights of people receiving aged care services. During her visit to Age Concern Canterbury, Carolyn took the opportunity to meet the staff, discuss our roles, and for us to highlight any relevant issues we encountered in our work.

Over 40 years in the antique business

Steve Purcell is a licensed antiques dealer trading as Antiques International Limited, with over 40 years experience in the business. Steve started frequenting antique shops and restoring antique furniture when he was 15 and developed a passion for Kauri furniture in particular. After “doing up” a number of pieces it soon became apparent that some would have to be sold to make room for more projects.

Developing associations with a number of dealers, it was a natural progression into general antiques, art and jewellery. In the ‘80s the hobby became a business selling items at antique fairs, on behalf in established shops and converting an old Bedford bus into a mobile antiques shop.

In the ‘90s the first official shop “Circa 1900” was formed with a partner in Merivale and a second shop in Riccarton called “Finders”.

With the dawn of the new millenium internet communication was now a well established medium for selling, opening the door to a world-wide customer base. “Circa 1900” was closed and the company Antiques International was formed.