South Waikato News

Feel at home at Rawhiti Lodge

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A warm welcome awaits at Rawhiti Lodge Care in Matamata.

A converted villa set in well-maintained, attractive gardens and grounds with easy access to the town centre, Rawhiti Lodge offers rest home care for up to 24 residents.

Rawhiti residents experience a homely atmosphere with home-cooked meals prepared by our experience­d cook from a seasonal menu approved by a registered dietitian.

Life is busy at Rawhiti with a range of activities organised by activities co-ordinator Sandy Orr. From Happy Hour to theatre outings, visiting entertainm­ent groups and gardening as just a taste of what’s on offer.

Rawhiti has a philosophy of encouragin­g residents to maintain close and continuing contact with plants, animals and children. Many of its residents are from farming background­s and enjoy continuing contact with animals, so at Rawhiti they have two cats, a small bird aviary and encourage relatives to bring in family pets. Residents also have the opportunit­y to get their hands dirty with a little gardening into pots on the decked area.

You will be cared for by a team of trained care workers and experience­d registered nurse Felicity Noble, who will assess residents for personal care plans.

The team is led by Hazel Lamberth, a registered nurse with more than 20 years’ experience in nursing older people.

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 ??  ?? LOVELY LAMB: Resident Betty Hollands feeds Rawhiti Lodge’s lamb Blossom. Blossom comes into Rawhiti each day with manager Hazel and is fed by residents.
LOVELY LAMB: Resident Betty Hollands feeds Rawhiti Lodge’s lamb Blossom. Blossom comes into Rawhiti each day with manager Hazel and is fed by residents.

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