Care suites are coming – what are they?
“Care suites” are becoming the new benchmark for long-tern aged care, the term originating from residents of New Zealand operator Arvida.
Arvida CEO Jeremy Nicoll defines a carte suite as a one-bedroom or studio apartment that’s purchased by way of ORA (occupational right agreement), where you receive the practical and healthcare assistance you need.
It’s ideal if you need daily care and support, but don’t want to move into a traditional-style residential aged care home.
What’s in a care suite?
A care suite has a bed and bedside cabinet, comfortable chair, visitor’s char, wardrobe and built-in drawers, ensuite bathroom, and a kitchenette with small fridge and microwave. All care suites are professionally decorated, so colours and furnishings are harmonious and attractive.
Each care suite is equipped with fittings, lighting and emergency call systems that allow Arvida people to provide up to hospital-level care.
RetireAustralia has announced it will build what it terms ‘care hubs’ at its latest development, The Verge at Burleigh GC on QLD’s Gold Coast.
The care hub, which will have 10 to 12 beds, will be part of the third stage of The Verge.
The care hub will provide 24-hour, seven-day support for the residents with a Registered Nurse oversight and options for palliative care.
RetireAustralia’s CEO Dr Brett Robinson said it was important that people were able to age in place and live as much of their life in the same environment while being able to do what they wanted.
“They can live their life how they wish and receive the care they need in their home,” he said. “And we can provide the support they need if they have to step into a high-acuity environment without them needing to leave the community”.
