Living at St George
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Our Centre provides accommodation, meals, nursing assistance, social and personal care and have professional registered nurses and experienced care assistants in constant attendance day and night, which makes an ideal solution for the elderly. A real sense of community exists in our home, while independence and dignity are always respected. Our Executive Care Manager places great emphasis on continuous education and all our care staff receive training in industry best practice programmes. Regular meetings and social gatherings are organised for families and residents and we find these activities form an essential support network.
Low Level Care (Hostel)Living with a sense of independence safe in the knowledge that care is close at hand, the just completed Brolga Wing accommodates residents with a Low Care assessment. The Hostel features 15 one-bedroom units, some with their own balcony offering privacy and comfort. Each unit has a generous ensuite bathroom, telephone & internet access, flat screen TV, bar fridge and built-in kitchenette. The electronically operated bed is state of the art. A personal emergency device is provided for your security. The Brolga wing features separate lounge and dining rooms. The private lounge offers a place for Residents to socialise, entertain visitors, read or watch TV with other Residents.
High Level Care (Nursing Home)For Residents with a High Care assessment, 24 hours-a-day nursing care is provided for 88 Residents accommodated in mostly two bed shared rooms located on the ground floor Cockatoo wing or the first floor Kookaburra wing. The wings are connected by two lifts and feature comfortable lounge and dining rooms as well as large outdoor courtyards and balconies.
Special Needs (Dementia)In recognition of the unique needs of people with dementia the Rosella Wing was created to house a special care facility to address the specific needs of our Residents suffering from dementia or other cognitive impairment. In accordance with leading edge research and international best practice, the Rosella wing has been designed to support the use of smaller spaces, maintaining a friendly and protected ‘home-like' environment. The combined lounge and dining area is more domestic in nature providing for higher levels of support and enhancing Resident comfort and sense of security. There is also a separate large and secure outdoor area. Activity programs are specifically designed to meet the needs of Residents in either early or late stages of Dementia.
Respite CareWhen a permanent carer takes a break, or has a holiday, it's reassuring to know there are Centre's like ours offering professional interim care, even if it's for a relatively short period of time. Your relative can familiarise themselves with the staff and facilities to see if St George Aged Care is the right choice for them as their new permanent residence. Resident's are accommodated in one of our comfortable two-bed rooms. Our caring staff are experienced at assisting the Resident become part of our family.
Palliative Nursing CareWe have a dedicated palliative care room and specially trained palliative nursing and care staff, who use active care methods to improve pain control and quality of life. The room has been set up to afford family members privacy and the flexibility to stay overnight if they wish. The room is furnished with a sofa bed and television. Tea and coffee making facilities are close by. Staff work closely with family, friends and carers to give them in-depth personal support throughout the resident's illness and into the period of loss.
Ageing in Place PolicySt George Aged Care Centre supports ‘ageing in place' which means we endeavour to continue to provide a Resident's care needs within their existing environment wherever possible. At times, it is appropriate to transfer a Resident to another part of the Center, such as from Hostel to Nursing Home, or to our Special Care Unit. This is always done in consultation with the Resident and their relatives as well as their medical care team.
MealsOur team of enthusiastic and talented cooks serve up healthy and nutritious meals prepared on-site in our state-of-the-art kitchen. Resident's start the day with a choice of cereal, porridge, eggs or toast for breakfast. Resident's also enjoy freshly baked cakes for morning tea, biscuits and fruit plate for afternoon tea plus tea/coffee with biscuits for supper. All meals are served in one of the Centre's dining rooms or in the Resident's bedroom. St George Aged Care prides itself on serving fresh, tasty food and has been awarded an A-rating from the NSW Food Authority for its food safety program.
LaundryThere is a large capacity, fully equipped laundry for washing Resident's clothes. Our seamstress is on hand to mend and label clothing.
Activities & LifestyleSt George Aged Care Centre offers a comprehensive range of facilities, amenities and services enhancing the physical, social, cultural and spiritual well-being of our Residents. These include:
As part of the recent upgrade, the Centre is now equipped with its own Hairdressing Salon, Physiotherapy Room and a private Chapel. Our lifestyle program encourages Residents to pursue their previous interests and activities such as exercise club, book club, gardening and other social events. Bus outings are a regular activity for Residents wishing to participate. We arrange trips to local clubs, live shows, sightseeing and picnics in our local parks. |
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