Dianella Hostel, part of Northern Health in Kilmore, is a residential care facility that embodies Ageing in Place. We focus on maintaining residents’ independence, dignity, and social connections in a safe, home-like environment.
Dianella Hostel provides care for residents requiring less complex care in regard to their personal care needs. Dianella Hostel ensures residents receive consistent care, as their needs evolve over time.
With a dedicated multidisciplinary team, the facility promotes wellbeing through tailored care that adapts to individual needs. The team engages with residents, supporters and loved ones to discuss any additional support requirements needed.
What to expect from the service?
- Accommodation includes single bedrooms with ensuite facilities.
- Residents can choose their doctor, manage medications with support, and participate in decisions about their health.
- Care guided by individual needs through detailed care plans, advance care planning, and support from a dedicated multidisciplinary team
- Meals and dining preferences are respected, with flexible options for location and timing.
- The service prioritises safety, including falls prevention and dignity of risk, while promoting participation in daily decisions.
- Residents are supported with appointments, health literacy, and ongoing monitoring to ensure care is safe, respectful, and responsive to changing needs.
- Access to visiting Allied Health services including podiatry and other specialists (optometrists, audiologists and dentists).
- Inclusivity and cultural sensitivity, embracing diversity and supporting open communication, feedback, and involvement in improving services.
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Nurse Unit Manager