Welcome to Calvary Flora McDonald

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1 Welcome to Calvary Flora McDonald The Vietnamese Nursing Homes in South Australia Calvary Mary MacKillop Care is a non-profit charity that has served seniors and people with disabilities for over 150 years. The Association s nursing homes in South Australia were started by St. Mary MacKillop and the Sisters of the St Joseph family in In addition to the nursing homes, the Sisters of St. Joseph also opened schools, hospitals and services. Another charitable cause in caring for the community. Over the years, compassion and self-sacrifice for the people of the Sisters has been manifested through the services. Today, this spirit remains bright in all of the organisation s staff and volunteers. When you come to Calvary Mary MacKillop Care, you will feel warm to know that your caregivers are still working out the example of St. Mary MacKillop. In 2011, there was a lack of suitable aged care facilities in South Australia, where the specific needs of Vietnamese elderly people for language, food and belief were not fully met. Enough, the Sisters decided to invest in a Vietnamese residence at the Flora MacDonald nursing home in Cowandilla, near West Adelaide. With the Vietnamese Australian Benevolent Foundation SA, this program has been complied with by the Australian Government with a 32-room Vietnamese Australian License. In 2017, this project is complete and today Flora MacDonald residence consists of an area for the Vietnamese of all religions and social circumstances. Mind St. Mary MacKillop s spirit of service to all will guide all our decisions and actions. Direction Strive to reach the highest standards to care for the frail elderly, sick or disabled. Mission Contribute to the mission of Jesus to show His love, to honor human dignity, to take care of all those who need care, especially the weakest. Value Regards: See God in every human being. Charity: Love, support, heal, cure, and do everything to relieve suffering. Equity: Dang hands together and is equal in all relationships, supporting efforts to meet the needs of the weakest parts of society. To be honest: Hold your spiritual values in sincerity and sincerity.

2 Locations Residential Nursing Calvary Mary MacKillop Care currently has three nursing homes in South Australia with the largest living quarters in the Vietnamese community, Flora MacDonald Residences at Cowandilla, Adelaide. At this residence, the Commonwealth of Australia has reserved 32 special rooms for Vietnamese-Australian residents. Calvary Mary MacKillop Care is a non-profit charity, not a company doing business. The spirit of selfless love has been permeated for the past 150 years thanks to the charitable and hard work of St. Mary MacKillop and Sister Mary Potter. Place Flora Residence is located at 206 Sir Donald Bradman Drive, Cowandilla SA Conveniently located in the suburbs of Adelaide, not far from the places where Vietnamese people live, transportation, public transport along. Variety of different shops. The Thien Tam In the shelter there are many rooms for the Vietnamese people collectively known as Thien Tam. Thien Tam Building was built in 2017, modern architecture, elegant, warm and friendly. For rest and activity, few nursing homes meet such high standards. There are Vietnamese staff who cater to the needs and interests of each senior. Each room is a separate space of the senior, spacious, bright, safe, with spacious private bath. Rooms are fully furnished with furniture and beds but we encourage seniors to add their own furniture to create a familiar setting. We look forward to your continued family visit, so we do not limit your visit time, and we encourage you to participate directly in our daily activities and Entertainment of relatives. Special points Flora Residence is located at 206 Sir Donald Bradman Drive, Cowandilla SA Conveniently located in the suburbs of Adelaide, not far from the places where Vietnamese people live, transportation, public transport along. Variety of different shops. Health workers (with Vietnamese staff) provide 24-hour support over 24, 7 days over 7 There is a special section for people with mental disability, with specialized staff. A large, spacious living room can be used for multi-faith or living events. Visit specialists, such as physiotherapists, nutritionists, dentists, ophthalmologists, ophthalmologists, and others. Each room has its own heating and air conditioning system Have a phone There are Foxtel in the living rooms in each building, as well as Asian films, Vietnamese music Each building has many living rooms, dining rooms, living rooms, entertaining rooms

3 Services The meals are delicious, nutritious are served according to the interests of the residents, especially Vietnamese rice and Asian rice There is a separate dining room for dining with the family In addition to general activities such as excursions, physical activity, games, music, movies, etc. There are also group activities and Vietnamese meals together with Vietnamese residents Rooftop terrace and garden to relax, stroll Library and reading room Hair salon on site Walk to shopping center and public transportation There are masses and ministries for Catholics in charge of the Sisters. Reliable services can also be arranged. Services Calvary MacKillop Care Heart Institute is a licensed nursing home for seniors who are no longer able to live at home. In particular, Thien Tam House has 32 new rooms built in 2017, which are administered by the Government for Vietnamese-Australian Vietnamese of all religions. We care for older people with different needs, from physical and mental health needs to food, interests, personal circumstances, and so on. We cater to all levels of service, from low to high. This means that once a senior has been admitted to the hospital, he or she will not have to move out of the area when the health condition changes, avoidance of change, change of caregiver, or change of course. Daily life We have professional staff in all care sectors, meaning that all services will come straight to the occupants without the need for complicated arrangements. Some specialized services are just normal for us, such as caring for people with memory loss, respite care, palliative care, full health programs Enrichment, comfort and spiritual support, hair salon, library, internet, Both mind and body For us, mental health is as important as physical health. So, we have staff dedicated solely to entertainment, activities, and relaxation to make life pleasurable. We encourage seniors, if possible, to participate in a variety of regular activities such as physical activity, games, bingo, music, movies, bowling, cooking, Handicrafts, animal visits, meetings, group meetings or meals with Vietnamese residents, attending the festival, v. In the outdoor recreation, it is worth mentioning hiking trips on the hills, coastal excursions or countryside excursions, depending on the season. More importantly, because Thien Tam has Vietnamese residents and staff, Vietnamese seniors will live in a familiar setting with Vietnamese faces and voices around them, watch movies in Vietnamese... all combine to bring spiritual mentality, increase the overall health. Food and nutrition We understand the intimate relationship between food and drink and a happy life. Also, we focus on meals: not only nutrition but also delicious and have change. The dishes are cooked every day in the state-of-the-

4 How to apply art kitchen located in the residence by professional chefs, using the freshest ingredients. Vietnamese (and Australian) Vietnamese people will enjoy Vietnamese or Asian rice according to their preference. Each season will bring special vegetables and fruits of that season for breakfast, lunch, dinner or dinner. In addition, there are occasional festivals or theme meals when special dishes are served. We also have rice for those who have special dietary needs such as allergies or intolerance to food. How to Register If you are thinking of moving into an Australian Government funded nursing home, it might be a good time to let you know what steps need to be taken. Getting into a nursing home is not complicated, but you need to do it in the right order. And if you have any questions, it s easy, just give us a call and a Vietnamese staff will contact you to help you. Step 1 The Australian Government has established a national uniform scheme to determine who qualifies for admission to a government-subsidised nursing home. To do so is to be equal, no one loses. First. You need to contact the ACAT, the Aged Care Assessment Team, for ACAT to review and approve. Step 2, can be done in parallel with Step 1 If you are the original applicant, you need to contact Centrelink to ask them how much you are entitled to, based on your assets and your income. Knowing the amount of this subsidy will show the remaining costs you will need to pay. You need to fill out an application called Request for a Combined Asset and Income Assessment (SA457), an application for asset assessment and filing. This application will take a few weeks to get the results, so please do not let it last. Step 3 Once approved by ACAT, send us an ACAT approval letter and fill out the Application Form at the same time. That s it, and if you need any help, call us straight away. Available rooms at Calvary s Mary s Memorial Nursing Home Mary MacKillop Care changed abnormally, sometimes not immediately, so please do not hesitate to apply. We consider the application according to the circumstances, the needs of each person and those with the greatest need will be given priority. When applying, please write down your current situation, and let us know when the situation changes. After submitting your application, we may need to contact you for further information.

5 Pricelist Cost Nursing care costs are generally financed by the Australian Government. For those who have the means to pay the remaining costs. But for those who do not have the means, the Government has ways to help. The general rule is, you can not be denied the care you need because there is not enough means. The amount payable will depend on your financial situation as well as your care needs. Here are the details of the costs, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call us, a Vietnamese staff member will contact you to explain. Verification of property and acquisition When the Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) comes to evaluate you at home, they will give you an application for property assessment and collection. You need to complete this form and send it to Centrelink. After the hearing, Centrelink will tell you how much you pay. Types of expenses Basic Daily Fee: All residents are required to pay for all essential expenses such as meals, laundry, cleaning, heating / air conditioning, electricity and water, and. For many seniors, this is the only cost you will have to pay. Means-Tested Fee: This is an extra fee to cover the cost of care. Only some residents pay, and the amount paid is determined by Centrelink after they assess your level of income and assets. Accommodation Payment: This is the cost of a room in a nursing home. Some residents will be financed by the Australian Government in whole or in part, while others will not be funded. Centrelink will decide which case you will depend on your income and assets. Superior Single Room - Ensuite The following is an example of a Superior Single Room (Ensuite) at Thien Tam House at Flora MacDonald Residence, Cowandilla, Adelaide (valid until September 30, 2017): Spacious room, about 19 m2 The new building in the building is also new Perfect Condition Private, spacious ensuite bathroom with shower, toilet and washroom Large windows, safe, soundproof, with plenty of natural light Air conditioner / split type air conditioner in each room 24-hour 24-hour nurse call button Beds can be adjusted, tables and chairs Built-in robes cabinet Elegant, modern curtains TV with thin screen wall mounted. Each 17-room nursing home is designed around a living room, dining room with a family home including: 2 lovely common dining rooms, with elegant furniture and kitchenette 2 living / lounge rooms with play chairs, each with a wall mounted TV

6 Pricelist A large living room for meetings, a large screen TV with free Foxtel 1 living room Many rooms are at the end of each lobby with floor-to-ceiling windows. Room Rate All prices can be adjusted according to the individual circumstances of each seniors, and also at the discretion of Centrelink. You can choose between 3 ways of accommodation payment (Accommodation Payment). Maximum payment for accommodation is: Bonds will be reimbursed at RAD or Refundable Accommodation Deposit of $ 550,000, or Daily Accomodation Payment (DAP) is $ per day, or Joint RAD and DAP, for example: o Part of RAD: $ 412,500 plus part of DAP: $ per day, or o Part of RAD: $ 275,000 plus part of DAP: $ per day In this case the person decides the amount of DAP withdrawn from the RAD, an interest fee will apply. The above price is valid from 1/7/2017 and is subject to change every trimester. Maximum applicable interest rate (MPIR) is currently 5.78%. This rate is set by the Australian Government each quarter. Want more details? If you have any questions, please call us at A Vietnamese worker will contact you. You can also use the to contact us in Vietnamese: admissions@mmcsa.com.au