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site updated
13th May 2012
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Dorset Lodge
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366 Dorset Road
Croydon 3136 9722 8844 |
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03 9722 8844 |
Dorset Lodge is a quality 45-Bed SRS Facility in Croydon with
an excellent reputation for quality care.
Dorset Lodge has consistently been providing quality accommodation
and care to service to their residents.
Please call the Facility Manager Rena Buchanan on 9722-8844
THE DORSET LODGE FACILITY
- Excellent location at the foothills of the Dandenong's, in the
heart of the leafy suburb of Croydon.
- Designed specifically for the aged with the latest in facilities
and equipment.
- Beautifully appointed facility including luxurious furnishings
and a warm, family atmosphere.
- Spacious single room accommodation with private ensuite
- Secure facility including keypad entry and exit.
- 24-hour call bells strategically placed in rooms, bathrooms
and all communal areas.
- Individually adjustable climate control to each room and in
all communal areas.
- Huge communal courtyard and garden.
- Specifically designed beauty room including professional hairdresser's
salon.
- Centrally located communal dining and lounges.
- Library and sunrooms.
- Easy access and ample parking.
- State-of-the-art commercial kitchen and laundry.
FIVE-STAR SERVICE
Dorset Lodge prides itself on providing a premium level of
personal care and service to all residents and their families.
Dorset Lodge has been privately owned and managed by the same
family for over 8years, giving them the desired experience, proven
track record and passion to manage the residents care requirement's,
the facility and staff.
Dorset Lodge's service features include:- Dorset Lodge
only employs the best Personal Carers available; they are all qualified,
experienced and trained to deliver a premium level of care and service.
- 24hr per day stand-up staff (staff are awake and working 24hrs
per day).
- A personalised care service, including a detailed and constantly
updated assessment of the residents needs and care requirements
and a tailored Care Plan to meet each residents needs.
The below services are included in the weekly fee:
- 24hr care.
- Bathing & showering assistance.
- Dressing assistance.
- Oral Care assistance- ie cleaning teeth.
- Toileting assistance & management of incontinence.
- Mobility assistance.
- Medication administration & management.
- Arranging any nursing services, such as injections.
- All food provided as per the menu & assistance with eating if
required.
- Bed making and changing.
- Cleaning of the entire facility.
- Maintenance of the entire facility.
- Electricity and Gas.
- Laundering and ironing of linen and personal clothing.
- All meals are home cooked. A trained nutritionist designs the
4-week rotating menu that includes: breakfast, morning tea, lunch,
afternoon tea & drinks, dinner and supper.All ingredients are
purchased fresh and cooked on-site. All meals can be catered for
individual needs and dietary requirements. The kitchen is managed
by qualified chefs who prepare meals with care, excellent presentation
and beautiful taste. Dorset Lodge believes that quality food is
a very important factor in ensuring residents are both happy and
healthy
- Activities, exercise, on-site entertainment and diversional
therapy programs including facility bus for regular outings and
shopping trips.
- Regular visits from doctors, chemist, podiatrist, dentist, massage
therapist, beautician and hairdresser. Dorset Lodge can manage
these services as per the resident's and family needs.
- Religious and cultural needs catered for.
- Resident and Relative forum and surveys. Dorset Lodge aims to
be as flexible as possible in order to provide everything that
is required to ensure that each resident is cared for and happy
with the service provided.
All staff and management have a willingness to service and please
and therefore almost every request can be met with a smile.
Dorset Lodge accommodation and care is available on a short
term, long term and permanent basis.
Fees range from $560.00 to $595.00 per week- no bonds or ingoing
fees applicable. To arrange
a time to inspect the facility or for any further information...
Please call the Dorset Lodge Facility Manager- Rena Buchanan
on Ph:9722-8844.
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How to find an Aged Care Placement
at Dorset Lodge
Are your looking for a quality aged care home for
a loved one at Dorset Lodge ?
We can assist you to secure a placement at Dorset Lodge or similar quality aged
care home in the surrounding Croydon area by:
- Identifying and selecting the best possible aged care placement
option, based upon your family requirements.
- Taking the guesswork out of this very important decision.
- Arranging facility visits to meet the care and lifestyle team.
- Completing and lodging all the application and pre-admission paperwork.
- Assisting with the negotiation of the accommodation bond.
- Helping you obtain the best financial arrangement for the aged
care placement.
- Helping your relative or friend settle into the new residence.
Have a Question? simply contact us..
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