Harbourside Lodge

Also see: Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACF) and accommodation costs

Harbourside Lodge is a state-of-the-art 30 permanent bed facility which is approved and certified by the Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care to provide residential aged care. High level care only is offered.

Rooms are available in:

8 single rooms with shared ensuite
14 single rooms with private ensuite
4 double rooms with ensuite

Environment

Harbourside Lodge has a bright and welcoming environment, with many windows offering garden, courtyard or sea views.

The large multipurpose room presents residents with an area where they can participate in activities, watch TV/movies on the large plasma screen TV with DVD player or use the computer, which is connected to the internet. The multipurpose room opens onto a garden courtyard area.

The dining/lounge room has a simulated log fire and large plasma screen TV, with electric armchairs for resident’s and visitors comfort.

The bedrooms have a homely feel and each have lockable glass cabinets for displaying personal items.

There are several carparks, including 2 disabled carparks, within close proximity to the entrance.

Lifestyle

Residents are actively involved in decision making and have been instrumental in participating in many quality improvement activities. A calendar of activities, outings and special events are planned each month.

Staffing

Harbourside Lodge has a professional team of staff to support the residents and their families. This team comprises of Division 1 and 2 nurses, with support from personal care assistants, activities staff and environmental staff as well as other external lifestyle services, e.g. podiatry, dietetics, physiotherapy etc. Many of our registered nurses have undertaken studies to develop specific additional skills that enhance resident lifestyles.

Meals

Nutritionally appropriate meals are provided by Portland District Health Catering Department which cater to the individual resident’s needs as per their dietary assessments.