Sheridan is a 42 high care bed residence for both permanent and respite care and includes a 12 bed dementia specific unit. On admission to Sheridan we meet with you and your family to gain an understanding of your individual needs, this includes favourite foods, fashion and even the football team they support. Sheridan maintains close links with the local community and encourages residents to be involved in community activities. Family and friends play an integral part of Sheridan with monthly meetings held where individuals are encouraged to make suggestions and comment on the daily operations of Sheridan.
Waranga Aged Care Hostel is an accredited residential aged care home catering to the needs of up to 31 permanent residents and one designated respite room.
The Hostel is situated in High Street, Rushworth, a historic gold mining town in north-central Victoria. It is set among spacious lawns adjoining the local retail area, consisting of a supermarket, pharmacy, bank, post office, bakery and specialist stores. Areas of community interest are easily accessible.
Waranga Aged Care Hostel comprises a central lounge and dining room, which ensures that meals are communally enjoyed in a social and friendly environment.
The Hostel consists of three wings, each containing resident rooms and a lounge room, which may be booked for family functions. Each lounge room opens onto an outdoor area. Barbeque facilities are available.
Resident rooms each contain a private ensuite, built-in wardrobe, an electric bed to ensure comfort and safety, an armchair and a bedside table.
A hobby shed, shade house, and raised vegetable gardens offer the opportunity for residents to participate in activities of interest that maintain independence.
Care and treatment is provided by a multidisciplinary team, consisting of a medical practitioner, geriatricians, allied health, care manager and diversional therapists. Enrolled nurses and personal care workers provide 24-hour care.
This combination of private and communal lifestyle options deliver considerable freedom for residents to exercise their independence while enjoying the support and social interaction that is a feature of the Waranga Aged Care Hostel.
Respite care charges are based on the Commonwealth Government prescribed fee.
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Resident focused quality aged care and health service provision is the cornerstone of our services here at Violet Town. What sets Violet Town apart from other providers is that the care is community based enabling our new and current residents to be embraced by the broader community. The result is an excellent standard of care that supports our residents' transition in to this next phase of their lives. There is a strong sense of community, respect and dignity for our residents.
We offer new residents choice and versatility with four styles of room available at Violet Town including:
Large single room
Regular single rooms
Partner rooms with capacity for two residents
Special care room (dementia specific).
With multiple large and intimate living spaces across each area of our 66-bed facility, the site is designed to provide the required degree of safety and care to the individual, while at the same time protecting privacy.
A nurse call system is located in each room beside the bed and in the ensuite, enabling 24-hour support if required.
The rooms are modern, comfortable and provide a very pleasant living environment, each having its own entrance, lounge, dining room and kitchenette for residents.
The Activities and Lifestyle Program is an important feature of the facility. This program ensures residents personalised are coordinated for residents to assist in the transition into the facility.
Inspections welcome.