Alkoomi Residential Aged Care

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Alkoomi Residential Care is an elegant, spacious, purpose-built facility which has continuously provided high quality care since opening in 1994.

Our long term commitment to providing quality care is reflected in the upgrading and expansion program completed in 2006, along with continuous compliance with all 44 accreditation outcomes.

Alkoomi offers ageing in place with both low and high care places, to ensure continuity of care for our residents, along with respite care.

Our caring culture reflects our values of dignity, compassion, integrity and openness.

The Facility

Alkoomi is centrally located in Benalla with an elegant garden setting. Accommodation is provided in single rooms with private ensuites (low care) and single or double rooms with shared ensuites (high care). There is also the ability to accommodate couples via interconnecting adjoining rooms.

Other features include:

Reverse cycle air-conditioning throughout for year round comfort

Professionally decorated throughout, with quality furniture, fittings and artworks

Tranquil secure gardens and courtyards

On-site catering providing a well-balanced, nutritious and diverse menu

On-site laundry service.

Care Services

Alkoomi has qualified, professional nursing care staff on duty 24 hours and day, and utilises the latest technology to enhance care and provide security to residents. Families are encouraged to be involved in care planning.

Other care service features are:

Comprehensive training and education programs for all care staff.

Consulting rooms for the panel of visiting doctors

Access to a wide range of professional services, including physiotherapy, podiatry, speech therapy and dietitians

Emergency call bell system monitored by registered nurses 24 hours a day

CCTV monitoring of the facility and electronic security access control to all external doors.

Lifestyle

Our lifestyle and leisure program is tailored to the residents' individual preferences and provides a diverse range of programs to brighten and enrich the lives of our residents. Other lifestyle features include:

Hairdressing and beauty salon

Air-conditioned facility bus with wheelchair access for community visits and outings

Regular music performances

Regular church services

Library with internet access

Community visitors and volunteers scheme.

To discuss any aspect of the care and services provided at Alkoomi, please ring the Director of Residential Care or email us.