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Residence
Residential
Agreement:
All
residents and their advocates sign an agreement on
admission to the facility. It gives a clear record of the rights and
responsibilities of the new resident, and clearly indicates the
rights and responsibilities of The Society towards the resident. Any
decision made by a resident or advocate to seek alternative
accommodation and care arrangements for themselves is the right and
prerogative of each resident. This right is respected and
facilitated where possible.
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Allocation
of Rooms:
Rooms
are allocated generally on a suitability basis.
Prospective
residents will always be given a short time to decide whether the
room being offered is suitable for their use, and has the facilities
needed to ensure quality of life style.
Residents accepting placement in a room which does not meet
all their personal requirements may request transfer to a room of
their choice as one becomes available, and will have the support
required from staff to maintain their lifestyle while awaiting the
room change.
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Social
Independence
Residents
at Mary Ogilvy House are encouraged to maintain independence in all
their activities, as far as individually possible. Maintaining
relationships and personal contact with those outside the home, and
continuing the activities that are important to them are two of the
many ways of maintaining social and personal independence. New
friendships and contacts will develop from within the home, but the
continuation of old patterns of social behavior is very important,
and greatly assists the new resident to settle comfortable into
their new surroundings and way of life. Residents are encouraged to
furnish their room with personal belongings and to inform us of any
special cultural, religious or dietary customs they may wish to
continue.
Residents
are encouraged to maintain their social responsibilities,
obligations and privileges as private citizens, such as being
informed of current affairs, voting and continuing to take part in
community events. By working with residents and their families and
friends, staff at Mary Ogilvy House can work towards achieving the
necessary balance between encouraging independence and providing
necessary support.
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Health
Care
Residents
continue to have any health care needs met by the medical
practitioner of their choice.
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51
Pirie St
New Town. TAS. 7008
Ph (03) 6228 1037 Fax (03) 62287826
Email: moh.tas@tassie.net.au
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