Aged Care Homes in Leith, Tasmania 7315

Mt St Vincent enjoys a premium hilltop location, with sweeping panoramic views across the seaside town of Ulverstone.Room Options 73 beds (including 12 bed secure Dementia unit) There are four types of room: Riverview, Leven Lane (secure dementia), Gardenview and Gardenview-penthouse. The Riverview, Leven Lane and Gardenview rooms are spacious and have their own private ensuites. The Gardenview-penthouse is an extra-large modern room with a desk and private ensuite. There are 9 lounges spread throughout home, other property features include: ChapelMovie RoomOnsite laundryOnsite kitchenSheltered outdoor courtyardsViews of Leven River/gardensHairdressing salonLarge visitors carparkTea and coffee making facilitiesAccess to Hydrotherapy Pool and Therapy Centre (assessment process) Team Structure  Our team consists of clinical staff and specialists including registered nurses and personal care assistants available on-call, 24-hours a day. A social care team deals with activities and therapy. Team members are passionate, caring and friendly and go above and beyond to build a genuine rapport with residents.Care Structure We offer one of the most comprehensive ranges of services including: Residential aged carePalliative careSecure dementia careRespite care Provided Services With attention to the complete health and wellbeing of our residents, the services we offer combine specialist care with quality of life. Beyond our standard care offerings, further services accommodate specific needs of residents. We employ only the most qualified health professionals at Mt St Vincent. Our residents have access to nursing staff, doctors, mental health professionals and a variety of physical therapists. We are committed to maintaining a high standard of health care and perform regular individual reviews to ensure our residents’ needs are always being met. Food & Diet A dedicated catering department cooks everything fresh, ready to serve, in-house. Residents give feedback regularly, with menus rotated seasonally. Menu options are offered in accordance with what residents want and are supported by dietitians. Fresh food arrives throughout the week and is provided locally through the Oscar Hospitality Program. Activities & Excursions The community at Mt St Vincent is built around our residents, family members, wonderful staff and volunteers. The staff and volunteers work together to provide and deliver an extensive range of social activities, physical & personal support networks and recreational activities for both groups and individuals. There is always plenty to brighten up the lives of our residents at Mt St Vincent. Prospective Tenants Entering aged care can present a significant lifestyle change for some people and may seem complicated. So before becoming a resident at Mt St Vincent, it is important you and your loved ones make the best decisions regarding your aged care. For prospective residents, we’ve detailed the key steps involved here.

Baptcare Karingal Community is a 112-bed home offering predominately high level care and accommodation. At Baptcare Karingal Community, you can expect 24 hour support which includes nursing assessment & individualised care management. Individuals also have access to social programs which are therapeutic, as well as emotional and spiritual support. Our aim is to provide individualised support to every individual. This ensures that the people in our care continue to live dignified and fulfilling lives in the way they may choose. We aim to help people live their life as naturally as possible. Our home provides specific support to people when they are first admitted. This is structured in such a way to help them and their families become comfortable, knowledgeable and familiar with their new environment. The home offers respite care. Our respite program is for planned short term respite only. To be eligible for respite, you must have a valid assessment from the Aged Care Assessment Service. What will you find at Baptcare Karingal Community? A comfortable home surrounded by courtyards and gardens. Light and bright communal areas with a homely feel. Comfortable bedrooms. A social and therapeutic lifestyle program. Nursing assessment and nursing oversight of all care practices and decisions. A continuous improvement system and an effective complaints management system. Access to certain types of allied health services such as physiotherapy and podiatry. Staff support to access the health or social service that may be required. What should you expect from our staff? People with a desire to provide individualised care. Experienced health practitioners, many with additional qualifications. Support and encouragement for residents and their families when planning care to ensure individual needs and preferences are understood and met. A group of people who have a desire to pursue education and knowledge, to deliver the best care possible. Staff who have an understanding of the importance of respect and dignity. Staff who strive to meet people's individual needs.

Eliza Purton Home is a 96-bed facility with a secure dementia unit, located on a hill overlooking the town of Ulverstone with spectacular views of the Leven River, surrounding mountains and the ocean. The Eliza Purton Home was officially opened in 1964 on land generously donated by Ulverstone local William Purton. The home is named after Mr Purton’s beloved mother, Eliza. Rooms There are four types of rooms available: standard, premium, deluxe & superior. All rooms have private ensuites. The dementia units occupy the newer portion.The original home was built in 1964 with extra wings added in 1995 and a major renovation completed in 2021.Team Structure Eliza Purton is one of the biggest employers on the northwest coast of Tasmania. Our team consists of clinical staff and specialists including registered nurses and personal care assistants available on-call, 24-hours a day. A social care team deals with activities and therapy. Team members are passionate, caring and friendly and go above and beyond to build a genuine rapport with residents. Care Structure We offer one of the most comprehensive ranges of services including: • Residential aged care • Palliative care • Secure dementia care • Respite care Provided ServicesWith attention to the complete health and wellbeing of our residents, the services we offer combine specialist care with quality of life. Beyond our standard care offerings, further services accommodate specific needs of residents. Dedicated specialists like physiotherapists, podiatrists and optometrists are available upon request and make frequent visits. Hairdressers come in weekly and are available by appointment. Food & Diet A dedicated catering department cooks everything fresh, ready to serve, in-house. Residents give feedback regularly, with menus rotated seasonally. Menu options are offered in accordance with what residents want and are supported by dieticians. Fresh food arrives throughout the week and is provided locally through the Oscar Hospitality Program. Activities & Excursions Regular meetings are held by residents to help determine what programs and social activities are offered. Bus trips to surrounding countryside and other places of interest happen a couple times a month. Regular visits with a Registered Music Therapist are also organised for the enjoyment of our residents.