A security service operates for the complex and Villa staff are available 24 hours per day to assist residents. In addition, all residents are furnished with a personal alarm system (pendant) which is carried on the person and is activated simply by pressing when assistance is required.
FACILITIES & SERVICES
SECURITY
VISITING SERVICES
Health professionals such as; local doctors, physiotherapist, podiatrist and hearing specialists hold weekly & monthly on-site clinics. Additionally the Villa has a hairdresser and beauty therapists on-site weekly for those residents who prefer not to travel.
LIBRARY FACILITIES
Large-print library books are provided from the Charters Towers Municipal Library and are exchanged on a regular basis.
We have a mobile library service that delivers & picks up library books to resident’s rooms. If you would like this service, please talk to a staff member.
PERSONAL SHOPPING
The residents have access to a personal shopper who can assist in obtaining personal items such as; groceries, clothing, gifts or attending to up town errands when required.
CAFE
There is an on-site café offering a place for residents to relax and entertain visiting friends and family. The café offer’s a small fridge, microwave and coffee machine.
MOBILE MEALS
Residents in the Charters Towers area who prefer to live at home may access Dalrymple Villa’s community mobile meals program. The program includes affordable three-course meals delivered each day to your home at an affordable rate. (N.B – disability criteria applies).
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Activities include:
Cards, Bingo, Craft classes and groups, Group picnics, Woodworking, Painting, Exercise Class with exercise physiologist, Organised outings for sightseeing etc., Movies, Sing-along’s, Cooking, Gardening and Massage therapy.
Activities are designed to suit the individual resident and can be expanded as required.
STAFFING
Friendly, caring staff are available to assist with any service required from handling mail or messages to nursing care.