Karinya Hostel
Karinya has thirty five bed-sitting rooms all with private facilities. Two places are reserved for residents requiring short-term respite care.
All meals are served in a central dining area. There are two lounge areas and a large clubroom. A television, video/ DVD player, piano/organ, stereo and pool table are provided for the resident's enjoyment. Access to the internet is also available via a resident computer. A fully equipped laundry is provided and serviced by staff. Bed linen and towels are provided and laundered commercially by Narrogin Cottage Homes each week.
Basic furniture consisting of a bed, bedside cabinet and wardrobe is provided in each resident's room. Residents are encouraged to bring their own items of small furniture and belongings in order to personalise their room. These may include pictures, a comfortable chair, china cabinet or small dressing table. We encourage residents to bring a television, small refrigerator and tea making facilities. A telephone connection is provided in each room, however connection of the telephone is the responsibility of the resident.
All rooms are cleaned daily by staff. All care is taken with personal items but we encourage residents to take responsibility for items of value.
The hostel is attended by a supervisor 24 hours per day. Residents can access staff assistance through the use of the emergency call bells in the bedroom and bathroom of each suite. The Supervisor remains on-call overnight and resides in an adjoining unit.
There are regular social activities, which include craft, bingo, carpet bowls, regular outings and discussion groups. A community bus provides a weekly shopping service, there are regular church services conducted at Karinya and a hairdresser visits regularly.
Family members are encouraged to be as involved as possible in the daily activities of residents. Staff members are able to provide transport to medical appointments and give general support when necessary.
Fees are paid fortnightly in advance. These fees are set by the Department of Health and Aging. The minimum fee is set at 85% of the Age Pension and is subject to income testing. An accommodation bond may be payable following an assets test. Further details are available on request.
Respite or short term care is available for periods of up to nine weeks per financial year. Advance bookings need to be made for respite care. The fees for Respite Care are set at 85% of the Age Pension.
Eligibility for admission to Karinya Hostel is subject to an assessment by a member of the local Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT). Referral to ACAT for assessment may be made via the family Doctor, family or other health professionals.
