FACTSHEET – ORANGE VALLEY CARE CENTRE (BALESTIER)

Located in the central region of between Thomson Road and Road, Orange Valley Care Centre (OVCC) at Balestier is strategically nestled within close proximity to healthcare institutions like , Parkway Novena Hospital and Thomson Medical Centre. Unlike other nursing homes, this new branch, which has enhanced rehabilitation facilities, is well equipped to serve a wide range of residents.

LOCATION

363 Balestier Road, Singapore 329784 Tel: 6250 6636 / 6258 2358 Email: [email protected]

SITEMAP

(OVCC occupies the former site of ParkwayHealth Day Surgery & Medical Centre.) http://www.streetdirectory.com/sg/parkwayhealth-day-surgery-medical-centre/363-balestier- road-329784/3736_42213.html

NUMBER OF STOREYS

5 (rooftop at 6th floor but not open to public)

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TOTAL NUMBER OF BEDS

116 (excludes 2 isolation beds)

ROOM TYPES

LEVEL CATEGORY TYPE NUMBER OF BEDS

1 Queenstown Open ward 13 2 Redhill Open ward 24 Isolation 1 3 Bugis Open ward 35 2 bedded 12 4 Orchard 4 bedded 12 Isolation 1 Holland Deluxe 1 Newton Suite 1 5 Single 8 2 bedded 2 4 bedded 8

Orange Valley Care Centre @ Balestier

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SERVICES & FACILITIES

NURSING CARE SERVICES • Existing spinal cord injury • General geriatric care (E.g. Dementia, Parkinson's) • General medical conditions (E.g. Stroke, hypertension, diabetes) • General palliative care / terminally ill • General post-industrial accident • General psychiatric conditions in stable mental state (E.g. Schizophrenia, bipolar) • Long term institutional care • Male residents requiring monthly indwelling urine catheter change • Short-term stay / respite care (When care-giver is away) • Step down care • Tracheostomy care (Private residents)

REHABILITATION SERVICES

Suite of services and therapy to improve function in conditions such as:

• Post-Amputation and post joint surgery • Convalescence after surgery • Central Nervous System trauma and disease eg in Stroke and Parkinson’s • Geriatric syndromes – conditions common in seniors including Frequent fallers and Memory disorders • Conditions affecting the Joints • Exercise programs to improve mobility and strengthen muscles • Mobility and functional training, Personal care • Airway clearance techniques and breathing exercises • Joint manipulation and mobilization to reduce pain and stiffness • Assistance with the use of aids, splints, crutches, walking sticks and wheelchairs • Home assessments and Home based Care

LOUNGE

Located at Levels 3, 4 and 5, the lounge is only open to residents and family members at respective levels.

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MULTI-PURPOSE HALL

Located at Level 2, this unique hall is designed with a kopitiam style to encourage interaction between residents and visitors, creating a sense of belonging for the residents within the facility.

IN-HOUSE PHARMACY

The pharmacy at the Clementi branch will be relocated to Balestier. It will serve as the main pharmacy distributing medications to all Orange Valley nursing homes.

WEBSITE - www.OrangeValley.sg FABCEBOOK - www.facebook.com/OVNHSG

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