Approx. 105 staff are employed to provide multi-disciplinary services in caring for the 65 aged residents, who live in the Home.

These services include:
  • 24 hour Nursing Services
  • Physiotherapy
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Rehabilitation
  • Diversional Therapy and Podiatry as required
  • Beauty Therapy
  • Dementia Specific Care
  • Internet access where required
  • EACH & EACH-D Packages
Other areas of staffing involve:
  • Administration
  • Aged Day Care Centre
  • Day Therapy Centre
  • Kitchen and Cleaning Staff
  • Laundry
  • Bus and Maintenance
  • Volunteers
  • Community EACH & EACH-D Packages
Residents are able to access the following services of their choice:
  • Medical and Dental
  • Opticians and Hearing Aid Services
  • Pharmacy
  • Hairdressing
  
ADMISSION ENQUIRIES
Admission to the Home is on a “needs basis” following assessment by the local regional Aged Care Assessment Team.

Telephone enquiries for admission can be made Monday to Friday 9.00 – 4.30 pm and directed to the Director of Residential Care or the CEO.

All enquiries remain confidential, and a visit to the Matthew Flinders Home Inc. is always welcome.
 
RESPITE CARE
A respite care service is also available and further information can be obtained by telephoning Matthew Flinders Home Inc. during office hours.

Advanced bookings are encouraged.
 
EACH & EACH-D "Extended Aged Care at Home packages"
EACH Packages are designed to provide high care needs within the resident's home. Following an Aged Care Assessment Team assessment. EACH-D are for high care within the home and for those experiencing a level of dementia.
 
VISITING HOURS & COMMUNICATION
There are no restrictions for visiting hours at the Home, and residents can also receive phone calls 24 hours per day. Resident’s mail is also delivered to the Home. E;Mail facilities available to Residents.
 
Local and State Newspapers are provided.
 
Local Library Access available. A monthly Newsletter and Resident and Relative meetings both assist with services improvement and communication between all stakeholders.
FINANCIAL
Matthew Flinders Home Inc. receives funding from the Commonwealth Government to provide care services for the residents.

Residents contribute 85% of the standard rate aged pension as a minimum fee.

Further charges may apply as related to a Centerlink assessment.

Please contact the CEO for further information or visit the Aged Care Australia website for a full explanation of fees and charges in a Federally funded high care facility. (PLEASE NOTE:- We are not a provider of extra services).

Accommodation charges may also apply. A list of Assets and Liabilities will be required for assessment and a Residential Agreement will be formulated.

Monetary donations are not a condition of entry; however, the Board of Management of Matthew Flinders Home Inc. gratefully receives donations, gifts in memory and bequests.
 
LIFESTYLE PROGRAMME
The lifestyle programme offers a variety of activities for small to large groups of residents and is supported by two dedicated and trained occupational therapists.

Residents are encouraged to be involved in the community by attending functions external to the Home.

Families are welcome to celebrate special family events with residents at the Home.

There are areas available for small private family / friends interactions.
 
Regular Church services, live music and current events are celebrated.
 
Many community and school groups visit the Home throughout the year. These visitors are always welcome, especially for our frail aged who have difficulty in going out.
 
We also cater for a wide variety of ethnic and cultural tastes.
 
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Matthew Flinders Home Inc. is supported by many community services clubs with donations and support as well as a lot of other indirect and direct services from people in the community.

The Matthew Flinders Home Ladies Auxiliary puts many hours into planning and fundraising for the purpose of capital items in and around the home.

Auxiliary meetings are held on the last Wednesday in the month at the Home at 2:00pm. All new members welcome.

Volunteers are very important to the Home and two volunteer coordinators are dedicated to the professionalism of a well operated and welcoming volunteer program.

The Board of the Home oversees the operation of a second hand shop at 18 Lewis Street Port Lincoln – The shop is operated on a volunteer basis and onsell second hand items from Estates, auctions and donated goods. All proceeds are used to purchase items for the comfort and safety of Residents.

If you could help in any way or are interested in finding out more, please contact us or call in for a visit during office hours.
 
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