COMMUNICATIONS

Media Release - 12/04/2005

Admatha Resthome Update

This is an update on the media release that was made yesterday (11 April 2005) regarding the decision of the CDHB to terminate Admatha resthome’s contract.

This statement is made by the General Manager Planning & Funding Dr Karleen Edwards.

‘The CDHB issued the termination notice to Admatha resthome yesterday following a financial investigation conducted by HealthPac (the payment office of the Ministry of Health.)

The investigation exposed multiple serious financial irregularities to the extent that the DHB had no option but to issue the termination notice.

We have now started the legal process which means that we are unable to comment further on the financial status of the resthome.

Our efforts are currently concentrated on finding appropriate accommodation for the 29 affected residents. We are working with a specialist team to assess their immediate needs and to ensure that the best available accommodation is found for them as quickly as possible.

There are sufficient beds in the city within good quality facilities to accommodate everyone affected by this situation. We are anxious to minimise disruption to the residents.’

The termination notice has been issued with effect from Monday 18 April 2005.

Ends.

Vivienne Allan
Communications Manager
021-314-796