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The
Dean Maxwell Community
Nursing Unit
Roscrea
Information Booklet
Welcome to Our Home
The resident and staff members of the
Dean Maxwell Community welcome
you to our home.
“The purpose of this community is the
enablement of all our members to live
healthier and more fulfilled lives”.
Background
The Dean Maxwell Community Unit nestles in ‘The Valley’ in the shadow of
Knockbrack Hill and Saint Cronan’s Church in Roscrea.
The Unit is called after The Reverend Dean Thomas Maxwell who was Parish Priest
in Roscrea at the time the site was handed over by the Parish.
The Dean Maxwell first opened in 1974 and has been home to many people over the
years. New services have been developed. In 1991 the Day service started, this Day
Unit is now open 7 days a week. The Respite service was developed and this gives a
break to carers and the people they are caring for. The Laurels was opened in 1998
for people who require special support. The Dean Maxwell continues to grow and
develop and we aim to provide a highly professional and flexible service to the people
of Roscrea.
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Dean Maxwell Community
The Dean Maxwell Community consists of Resident, Day Unit and Staff Members.
Family, friends and voluntary helpers are very important to the Community.
Resident members come from the local Roscrea community, as far as Templemore
on one side and Cloughjordan and Borrisokane on the other. Some members live
here on a continuing basis and others come for a short break.
Day Unit members come from the same areas as the Residents and it is wonderful
when people from local communities meet
together every week. Some members attend
every day and some every week.
Staff members are a dedicated team who are
committed to providing a service that will
facilitate members to live their lives in the
most active and happy way possible. They
aim to promote health, independence and
individuality and to provide for all members’
needs in a sensitive and caring manner.
Bed allocation is decided by a case conference team who meet once weekly. Referral
to Case Conference is by family doctor or hospital doctor in consultation with patient
and relatives.
There is a basic charge for extended care, this is reviewed every year. For up to date
information inquire at time of admission.
There is no charge for respite or palliative care
Referrals to the Day Unit can be by the person themselves, their family, GP, Public
Health Nurse or hospital doctor or nurse. There is a small charge for day service.
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Your Care and Support as a member of the
Dean Maxwell Community
This care team is lead by Matron, Anne Keevey who is supported by Nurse Manager
Margaret Stanley. The care team consists of Nurses and Health Care Workers, who
work together to support you and provide you with 24 hour care, the Occupational
Therapist, Physiotherapist and Podiatrist are among the health professionals who
provide valuable support and advice. By providing their essential services the
Catering, Administrative and Maintenance staff complete this team.
Medical Care
If you have previously lived in this locality your own General Practitioner can
continue to care for you. If not, you may choose a local GP to continue your care.
If you are coming for a short/respite break, please bring your prescription. DO
NOT GET THE PRESCRIPTION FILLED BEFORE YOU COME IN.
Please tell us if you have any side effects from or allergies to any drugs.
Staff members, Dean Maxwell Community
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Your Admission
Whenever possible we like to meet you before your admission so that we can get to
know one another and give you some background information about your new home.
We can also learn a little about you and that will help us. It will let us know the kind
of help and care you need and would like, and how we might make your entry to our
Unit more comfortable.
Each Resident here has a named nurse and care worker; they are the two members of
staff who will take a special interest in helping you settle in. Their names will be on
your file and over your bed. The staff on duty at anyone time will manage your
everyday needs but your named nurse and care worker will take care of your special
needs including discussing and planning your care with you.
They will arrange to show you the ropes and help you settle in. They will answer any
questions you have and will be a contact for your family if they want to share any
information with us.
New members are encouraged to keep in regular contact with their home
communities. They will be facilitated to avail of every opportunity to move out and
about and attend family and community events.
Saol Folláin Sásúil
Care Plan
Each resident, on admission will have their own
individual care plan drawn up. This plan of care is
agreed between nurse, patient and a named relative
if desired. Your care plan will aim to make the best
of your time here, improve your general health and
give you the best Quality of Life.
Confidentiality is ensured and no
information is passed on without your
permission.
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Accommodation
Extended Care:
• There are 29 places devoted to the long term care of those who can no longer live
at home and need 24hr support and nursing care. There are a number of single
bedrooms, each with wash-hand basin, wardrobe and locker. There are 6 three-
bed rooms complete with en-suite bathroom facilities.
Respite Care:
• 4 places are allocated for people who require respite care. This service provides a
residential break to those who are normally cared for at home.
Palliative Care:
• ‘The Laurels’ is a special support unit situated here at the Dean Maxwell for those
who require palliative care. It was opened in December, 1998 by President Mary
McAleese. The unit consists of two single ensuite bedrooms, with sitting area,
kitchen and conservatory. Overnight facilities are available for relatives. Twenty-
four hour palliative care is provided by a highly experienced and caring staff.
Day Unit:
• The Dean Maxwell Day Unit is open seven days a week with the exception of
Bank Holidays. The Day Unit is led by Clinical Nurse Manager Catherine
Timmons, and members have available to them Nursing Care, Health Education
and Health Promotion, along with various fun activities led by our activities
coordinator.
It is open from 10am to 4pm daily.
Transport is provided to and from the
unit in the specially equipped mini-bus.
There is a daily charge (of €5) to cover meals.
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The following therapies are
available for both Residents
and Day Unit members:-
• Occupational Therapy
• Podiatry/Chiropody
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Physiotherapy
• Complimentary Therapies such
as hand and head
massage are also available
Hairdressing Service
There is a hairdressing service one day per week.
Diversional Therapies include
• Reminiscence
• Sonas Programme
• Crafts
• Gardening
• Painting
• Flower Arranging
• Games
• Music and Dancing
• Fitness Groups
• Frequent Outings
• Annual Seaside Holiday
Call Bells
There is a call bell at every bedside.
You will be shown how to use it.
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The Lounge:
This large room also known as ‘Dáil Ros Cré is used by residents and day unit
members. Here you may like to read, chat or watch wide screen television. Many of
the larger group activities take place in this room.
The Snug:
The snug, as its name suggests is
a smaller room, in which you
can watch the match on TV,
entertain your visitors, treat
them to a cup of tea or just enjoy
your own company.
The Dining Room:
Meals are served in the
large and bright dining
room where residents can
enjoy each others company.
Gardens:
There are two small gardens. In
the Reminiscence garden you will
see the old village pump, the
plough your father may have used
or just enjoy the scent of lavender.
The second garden is a feast of
colour in summer, where
barbecues are enjoyed.
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Prayer Room:
We have a small but
beautiful Prayer Room
complete with Stations of
the Cross and a newly
installed stained glass
window. It is a place of
peace and tranquility.
Financial Affairs:
If you are coming to live in the Dean Maxwell
there are several options of how you handle
your pension and how you manage your
payments for your stay.
Firstly, there is no charge for the first 30 days.
After that you can decide, whether you wish to
continue cashing your pension and get a monthly bill or whether you would prefer
the HSE to cash your pension and give you the balance after your account is settled.
You could also decide to have your pension paid into your bank account. Please
discuss these options with Matron and you can decide what suits you best. Residents
are strongly advised to carry small amounts of money only.
Credit Union
In February 2007 a new service was introduced to the Dean Maxwell Community,
this was the Roscrea Credit Union. An independent confidential money service was
opened so that all our members, residents, day unit and staff could access banking
services easily. This independent service
means that members can lodge or
withdraw money, can organize credit
transfers from their bank accounts
easily. The Credit Union is open every
Friday morning.
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Essential Information
What to Bring With You:
If you are joining us here at the Dean Maxwell we advise you to bring the following
with you:
• Day clothes
• Night wear
• Toiletries
• Slippers and shoes with good support and non-slip soles
• Glasses, dentures walking stick or frame if required
We also encourage you to bring in personal possessions such as your favourite books,
pictures, photos, armchair or any other items which will make you more comfortable.
We are also happy for you to bring your own television if you wish.
Visitation:
Visits from family and friends are very welcome and encouraged. Whilst visiting
hours are unrestricted, visits should not interfere with the privacy and dignity of other
residents. Please discuss late visiting- ie after 9pm with staff on duty.
Religion:
Spiritual health and well-being is promoted at the Dean Maxwell and residents of all
religious denominations are catered
for. The Roman Catholic Chaplain,
Methodist and Church of Ireland
ministers are in regular attendance.
Mass is celebrated weekly in the home
and daily Mass is shown on television
via link with local church. Our
tranquil prayer room is also available
to residents for quiet contemplation.
9Pets:
No home is complete without a pet. The dog
Judy is a source of endless joy and
companionship for all our residents. If you
prefer cats, Tonic our resident cat is a friend to
all and the goldfish with their brilliant colours,
who will keep your young visitors happily
occupied.
Birthdays and Celebrations:
We love to celebrate! Birthdays are remembered and the staff will help blow out the
candles on your birthday cake. Christmas, Easter, St Patrick’s Day, all are special and
are marked with music and festivities.
Holiday & Outings:
Every year a number of residents and day unit members take a week’s holiday in Co.
Wexford accompanied by staff and volunteers. For many it is the highlight of the
year. Shorter day trips too are
taken which allows everyone
a chance to get out and
about. We encourage you too
to take a break with your
relatives at any time.
Transport:
Day Unit members travel by minibus to the Unit, there is a smaller minibus and a
people carrier to facilitate outings and shopping trips for resident and day unit
members.
10Meals and Mealtimes:
All meals are prepared and cooked by our qualified chefs in the Dean Maxwell
kitchen. Special care is taken to provide well balanced nutritious meals suited to your
individual needs and tastes. Meals are generally taken in the dining room but the
staff are happy to facilitate your personal wishes. A choice of menu is available for all
meals. Meal times are flexible but the main sittings are as follows:
8.45 -10 a.m.: Breakfast 3 p.m.: Afternoon tea
11 a.m.: Tea and snack 4.45 p.m.: Supper
12.45 p.m.: Lunch 7–9 p.m.: Bedtime drinks
Infection Control:
Infection control is very important for members of the Dean Maxwell Community.
There are hand washing facilities throughout the building. There are also antiseptic
hand gels that staff, residents and visitors are encouraged to use.
Day Unit members and visitors who have an infection or tummy bug- or who have
been incontact with someone who has an infection or tummy bug must ring the
nurses in charge before they attend.
Laundry:
Your clothes are laundered here in the Dean Maxwell. Residents are advised to put
their names clearly on all items of clothing to avoid loss. A dry-cleaning service is
also available.
11Health and Safety
Smoking
There is a strict policy on No Smoking in the Dean Maxwell. However a designated
smoking area is provided for members. In the interest of safety residents are requested
to hand up their matches and lighters at night. Relatives and visitors, please leave
cigarettes and matches for relatives with staff.
In the interest of healthy living, any member, resident, day or staff, who wishes to give
up smoking, will be supported and encouraged.
Fire
If a fire breaks out, DO NOT TACKLE IT.
Raise the Alarm
Staff have been trained and know the procedures for dealing with fire and for
evacuation if necessary.
Security
In the interest of safety, cameras have been installed in the grounds and inside the
building. This is a deterrent to intruders as they can be seen clearly. These cameras
are not placed anywhere your privacy would be affected. All external doors are locked
except the front door which is locked after 6pm.
Wandering
The front entrance is open during the day as many people come and go from the
Dean Maxwell. Some people, who are a bit bothered, may wander off and get lost,
to guard against this happening they may be asked to wear a small badge concealed
under their jumper. This is just until they get to know the place. This badge will let
staff know if they go outside.
Photographs
Up-to-date photographs are maintained on everyone’s doctor and drug file. This is a
safety measure.
12Keeping in Touch
Telephone
Telephone enquiries may be made to the Dean Maxwell Numbers listed below. In the
entrance area there is a small room with a coin operated phone for members use.
Mobile phones may also be used.
People in residential care are entitled to free phone rental, if you wish to avail of this
please discuss with Matron.
Dean Maxwell CNU…… 0505 21389 / 21572 Coin Box…… 0505 21889
Postal Delivery
Your letters will be delivered to you daily, also packages and flowers as received. A post
box is located in the entrance hall for you to post your letters. This is emptied every
evening at 3 pm.
Newspapers
Daily, Sunday and local weekly newspapers are delivered to the Unit and are available
for your use. If you wish to have a newspaper delivered for your own personal use,
this can be arranged. Every day there is a short session ‘keeping up with the news’
when extracts from the daily newspapers are read aloud and chatted about.
Internet and Email
Email and internet facilities are available to residents. A computer and webcam with
broad band access is located in the conservatory ‘the Cosy Corner’. It is now possible
to see and talk to your relatives and friends wherever they are. They will need to
download software, this is called Skype, it is available free of charge.
Valuables and Cash
The Home cannot accept responsibility for any valuables/cash members may have in
their possession. There is a safe for short term storage of valuables until a secure
holding can be found.
13Television and video
There are televisions in the smoking room and Residents’ lounges. Some residents
have televisions in their own rooms. In these instances the volume must be kept to a
reasonable level and responsibility for maintenance lies with the owner.
Friends of Dean Maxwell Ltd
Friends of Dean Maxwell is a limited company with charitable status set up in 1997
to raise funds to maintain and improve facilities, provide for activities, outings and
holidays. Gifts/donations may be made out to the Treasurer. We thank you sincerely
for your support.
Your Questions, Requests and Suggestions
Most new members have a lot of
questions and requests when they come
to the Unit. We are very happy to
answer and deal with these. As we are
always looking for new ways to improve
the service we are delighted to take your
suggestions on board. If you wish you
can put your suggestion in the red
‘feedback box’ in the front hall.
Parking
The car park at the Dean Maxwell unit
is a public car park with a charge for
parking. Tickets can be obtained from
the parking meters.
14Enjoyment for everyone with the great Padini
15Your concerns and
complaints
We are anxious to share
and address your
concerns.
You can either:
• Talk to members of staff and or
to Matron.
• Put a note in the ‘feedback box’
in the front hall
• Raise it at the next residents
action group meeting
The Dean Maxwell Community Nursing Unit
Roscrea, Co. Tipperary
Telephone: 0505 - 21389 or 0505 – 21572
16Saol Folláin Sásúil Muintir Dean Maxwell ag baint sult ’s craic
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