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Marantha Lodge

Aged Care Facility. Maranatha Lodge is a newly renovated 95-place residential aged care community, offering low, high and dementia-specific care. It is committed to the Christian care of older people and open to people of all backgrounds and faith.

The dignity and privacy of all residents is extremely important at Maranatha Lodge. Every resident has their own private room with ensuite and some rooms have private balconies and kitchenette facilities. Professional care assistance is available at any time of day.

The ministry's caring and professional staff provide quality, holistic care to meet the physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual needs of its residents. Families, friends and community groups are welcome at all times and their active participation in the varied and changing social and cultural life of Maranatha Lodge is encouraged.

Situated in a beautiful and peaceful location with ocean views from parts of the site, Maranatha is a happy and healthy environment that promotes love, life and laughter.

Maranatha Lodge is accredited by the Aged Care Standards and Accreditation Agency.

History

Opened in 1991, Maranatha Lodge was established by the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra-Goulburn in collaboration with local churches and community groups.

In 2003, Maranatha expanded from 35 low care beds to 95 beds offering higher care and dementia-specific care in an award-winning 60-bed residence.

On 1 April 2006, the Archdiocese of Canberra-Goulburn and the Maranatha Lodge Management Committee transitioned Maranatha Lodge to Catholic Healthcare.

The Archdiocese of Canberra-Goulburn is a member organisation of Catholic Healthcare.

Transport

Maranatha Lodge is easily located and signposted from Beach Road, between Batehaven shops and Casey's Beach. Parking or drop off is available on-site or using the adjoining church car park. Scheduled bus service is available between the Batemans Bay and the Moruya area (phone Priors Bus Service on 02 4472 4040). Local taxi and maxi-taxi transport services can be booked through Batemans Bay Taxis on 02 4472 8555.

List of on-site services

Maranatha Lodge residents have a great range of on-site services:

* Single room accommodation with ensuites for all residents
* Adjoining rooms for couples
* Rooms with kitchenettes and balconies with bushland or bayside views
* Community flower and vegetable gardens
* Laundry area for independent access or supported laundry service
* Several communal lounge areas for family and friends
* Dining areas that encourage family and friends to share meals
* Freshly cooked meals
* Daily activities program to assist residents in maintaining recreational, social and community interests
* Minibus for outings and shopping excursions
* Transport to access health services, community links and social groups
* Catholic, Anglican and Ecumenical Church services and chapel held weekly with pastoral care visitations from all local churches
* Friday happy hour with local entertainers and musicians
* Large screen televisions in communal lounges
* Pet therapy.

Residents at Maranatha Lodge also benefit from visiting services on site:

* Medical and specialist practitioners
* Pharmacist advisory services
* Hairdresser
* Podiatrist
* Physiotherapist
* Cosmetic and beauty therapists
* Pastoral care visitation
* Aromatherapist
* Massage therapists
* Dental technician
* Preliminary dental assessment and reviews
* Hearing services assessments and maintenance
* Pathology services
* Other referred community allied health services.

Awards

The Master Builders Association Excellence in Building Award 2004 - Winner 'Special Purpose Dwellings Retirement Facility' section

Knitting for friends across the sea

Friends across the Sea is a dedicated group of residents at Maranatha Lodge, Catholic Healthcare's Batehaven residential aged community. These residents meet weekly to knit squares, blankets, beanies, bookmarks, jumpers and teddy bears. Using donated wool, these perfectly crafted items are then packed and sent to disadvantaged people in Tanzania. This activity brings these residents great joy and satisfaction as it enables them to support other people in need.

"There is no greater feeling than to give to others." - Friends across the Sea participant

Maranatha Angels on Hot Wheels
Each week, clad in bright orange safety vests and comfortably seated on their 'hot wheels' (motorised scooters), eight Maranatha Lodge residents, accompanied by their recreational officer, take to the streets of Batehaven. Aptly named the Maranatha Angels, their motto is 'Live for today, not tomorrow'. This group of residents buzz with excitement after their weekly scooter outings to the beach or the local cafe. An initiative designed to enable less mobile residents to get out and about, the Maranatha Angels program has been a huge success and truly demonstrates that you are never too old to have fun.

"It gives me a great sense of adventure being able to get out and about."
"I'm a bit scared but I love it. I can't wait until the next time we get to go."
"My dog and I love getting out in the fresh air."
"I enjoy getting dressed for the part."
- Maranatha Angels participants