Carrington Update – May 2011
WELCOME – TONY BRIGHT, LIFESTYLE MANAGER
Hello to all of Carrington’s residents, family members and staff, my name is Tony Bright. During the month of April I moved from the country to take up the position of Lifestyle Manager. I bring with me 6 years experience as a Diversional Therapist working in Aged Care, Disabilities and Youth Programs. Over the next few weeks I will be spending time at all of Carrington’s facilities to meet with my team of Coordinators and Lifestyle assistants to discuss our programs. Please introduce yourself if you see me about!
THE ROLE OF PHYSIOTHERAPY AT CARRINGTON
The physiotherapy is outsourced to a company called VIVIR who specialises in delivering services such as podiatry, speech therapy, physiotherapy and diet. Following is what the physiotherapist performs at each Carrington site.
Assess, plan, develop and implement individual programs for each resident. Specifying the support needs of the resident to the carer and nurse who will deliver the program. Liaise with care staff and nurses to ensure correct implementation of care plans. Review all residents at a minimum interval of three months. Identify residents needs for mobility aids and other specialised equipment. Assess residents after change in mobility status, for example after a fall.
CHANGE OF DETAILS
If you have changed your contact details please inform the receptionist or nurse in charge. It is important to maintain current details in order to call in case of an emergency.
PRIVATE FUNCTIONS
If you require to hold a private function at a Carrington facility please speak with the Lifestyle Coordinator. Penelope at Hilltop, Cathie at the Mews and Tracey at the Gables. It is the responsibility of the family to set up for the function and ensure the room is cleaned afterwards. Catering and staffing can be provided at an extra cost.
For further information please contact Gillian Gunn, Director of Residential Services on gillg@carringtonagedcare.com.au
