59-69 Ryley St, Wangaratta, Vic, 3677
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The thought of entering residential care permanently can present anxious feelings and thoughts of significant lifestyle change for some people.
Often the process is viewed as complicated and overwhelming. When you arrive at St Catherine's we have dedicated staff who will assist you settle in. What is permanent care?Permanent residents receive around the clock care and have the opportunity to participate in activities through our lifestyle program, to promote social and mental stimulation. All meals are catered for and laundry and cleaning services provided. Care is tailored to the individuals’ needs and interests.
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St Catherine's is able to accommodate people with both high and low care needs in the same residence. This means residents receive continuity of care as their needs change, without the need to move.
Why choose permanent care at St Catherine's?
At St Catherine's we are a purpose built facility conveniently located to Wangaratta’s main street. We have 70 modern and well maintained permanent rooms. Rooms are located on the ground and first floor. When you arrive we have dedicated staff who will assist you settle in.
St Catherine’s is pleased to offer our residents private single rooms with no shared facilities. Each of our residents' rooms are well appointed, providing the following conveniences:
notifications allowing nursing staff to be alerted of movement without invading the residents privacy
We provide the linen and high care equipment requirements, the rest of the furniture is up to you to bring in and decorate your room, so you feel more at home.
Residents have access to 3 central living areas and 6 sitting areas located within the building, where residents are able to relax in private, socialise or participate in activities run by St Catherine’s Lifestyle staff.
St Catherine’s is pleased to offer our residents private single rooms with no shared facilities. Each of our residents' rooms are well appointed, providing the following conveniences:
- Modern decor with window shutters and carpeted flooring
- Tiled ensuite is well appointed with modern shower, toilet, heat lamp and joinery. The ensuite is fitted with non-slip vinyl flooring and hand rails
- King single floor lying bed with pressure relief mattress and over bed table
- Elsi Smart Floor System under the bedroom carpet
notifications allowing nursing staff to be alerted of movement without invading the residents privacy
- Eurotronic Nurse Call system that combines healthcare management, nursing documentation and nurse call technology in the one system via a Nurse Tab with interactive touch screen. The system provides bedside and ensuite pendants along with wireless wearable devices that residents can call for assistance by pressing a button on the hand transmitter. The Elsi Smart Flooring is fully integrated into this care solution.
- Guldmann room covering ceiling track system (H-track)
- Modern joinery fitted with 42" Smart LED Flat Screen TV on a swivel bracket
- Built in bedside table fitted with telephone and USB charging points
- Dual sliding door wardrobe with a lockable draw for personal items
- Ceiling mounted individually controlled reverse cycle heating and cooling
- Bay window looking out to the beautiful gardens
We provide the linen and high care equipment requirements, the rest of the furniture is up to you to bring in and decorate your room, so you feel more at home.
Residents have access to 3 central living areas and 6 sitting areas located within the building, where residents are able to relax in private, socialise or participate in activities run by St Catherine’s Lifestyle staff.
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Other conveniences include:
Residents and families have access to external gardens located around the building, two internal tranquil garden courtyards located on each side of the dining room and Delaney Chapel for prayers & religious services.
Residents are able to comfortably move around the building between the ground and first floor with the convenience of 2 fully serviced lifts.
The building is equipped with 24 hour external & internal CCTV and electronic security monitoring overnight.
We encourage family and friends to visit any time, because there are no set visiting hours.
- Large screen televisions and sound system
- Fully equipped multipurpose room, which can be booked for private resident functions.
- Fully equipped hairdressing and beauty salon
- Undercover storage for mobility scooters
- Modern facilities for visiting health care specialists including gerontology nurse practitioner, occupational therapist, podiatrist and dietician.
- On site commercial kitchen
- Teleconferencing facilities
- IT facilities to provide all residents with access to Skype, Zoom or Face Time.
Residents and families have access to external gardens located around the building, two internal tranquil garden courtyards located on each side of the dining room and Delaney Chapel for prayers & religious services.
Residents are able to comfortably move around the building between the ground and first floor with the convenience of 2 fully serviced lifts.
The building is equipped with 24 hour external & internal CCTV and electronic security monitoring overnight.
We encourage family and friends to visit any time, because there are no set visiting hours.
How do I apply for residential permanent care?
Before entering permanent care you must have an approved ACAS assessment. These assessments are free. Your doctor can advise you how to contact your local ACAT. Alternatively, visit the My Aged Care website, or call My Aged Care on 1800 200 422.
- Refer to our step by step guide to apply for permanent care.
- For help with understanding the cost of permanent care, you will find detailed information on our Fees and Charges page.
- If you would like to find out more about the permanent care we provide at St Catherine's, please contact us to discuss.
- Additional information, tools and resources can be obtained via the many links on our Information page.