Ca parte integranta din procesul de admitere in nursing home, dosarul medicl este deosebit de important.
Toate informatiile medicale, evaluari, recomandari, medicatie, tratamente, sunt documentate cu atentie si pastrate cu aceiasi confidentialitate ca toate informatiile referitoare la rezidentii nostrii.
Holidays are facilitated as part of a normal lifestyle.
Residents are encouraged to maintain as normal a lifestyle as possible whilst at the home including regular outings and visits to clubs of which they may be members.
When you come into our care you should bring a letter from your GP or from a hospital doctor outlining medical diagnosis and medications prescribed; a prescription for current medications; your current medication supply or at least enough for your first few days; toiletries; comfortable day clothing and night clothing;
Generally only a few hours notice is required unless special preparations are required e.g. special equipment,.
In an emergency, arrangements may be made at shorter notice.
Advance notice is very much appreciated.
In most instances private health insurance will cover for convalescent care. BUPA do cover convalescent care and by the end of 2004 Beech Lodge Nursing home will be eligible for VHI coverage of convalescent care.
Yes, we recommend payment of fees by direct debit.
Fees are payable Monthly (first Monday of each month)
or
Weekly each Monday.
Persons over 60 years are entitled to free banking.
The fee includes accommodation, food and laundry. It does not include medication, dressings or other pharmaceutical products, personal hygiene needs, fees for medical or allied health consultations, hairdressing, travel expenses etc.
Medical card holders are entitled to free medical care and the medical card also covers most medications and some other pharmaceutical products. The health boards provide incontinence wear for all residents.
Fees vary depending on the type of care required , please call the home manager for details.
Yes. An oratory is available for religious services, private prayer and reflection. Weekly mass is given by our local priest.
Yes, Staff are available to provide whatever level of assistance, if any, is required.
Yes. Because the home is staffed at all times by registered nurses, those people who have medical problems or a disability are provided with appropriate quality care.
The weekly fee includes a laundry service for items which may be machine washed and tumble dried. It does not cover dry-cleaning or items which must be hand washed. Alternatively families may choose to take all clothing home for laundering.
All rooms have either a telephone or a telephone point and additionally you may use a mobile phone if you choose.
Residents may see visitors at any time during the day. A welcoming cup of tea is always at hand.
Residents may request that staff inform visitors when they are resting.
A formal programme of activities is available each day which includes fitness, walking, hobbies and special interest groups. You may choose which activities you would like to participate in. Additionally games are available for use at any time.
Menus are devised bearing in mind the nutritional needs of the elderly and those convalescing. Menus are designed to provide choice and variety.
Staff will help to organize transport and someone to accompany you if necessary. An Ambulance can be arranged if required.
If neither family members or a friend are unavailable to take you then other suitable transport will be arranged.
The home has a list of medical and allied health professionals who are available to provide in-house services to residents at the home. The Chiropodist visits weeky, Physiotherapist is by appointment and the Hairdresser visits fortnightly.
There are private single rooms and semi-private rooms available. All rooms have ensuite facilities including shower, nurse call system, electric beds, television and phone point.
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