Hospice type accomodation in Chiang Mai

[davehowden]

First off sorry if this topic is covered elsewhere, but I have not found it.

I have a farang friend who may be in need of some sheltered type accommodation, primarily to see that they eat properly and generally take care of themselves.

They are on a lot of medication as a result of a recent operation, and fall asleep at the drop of a hat, or can go all night without sleeping due to the pain involved.

Alternatively some sort of home help, live in is probably best, as things may need sorting out during the night.

Any serious suggestions are welcome please.

Many thanks

[eyecatcher]

Not a million miles from you; did you check out the mc kean hospital. Within the grounds is a rehab type sheltered bungalows. Its called Dok kaew gardens (i think)

Its jyst over the river from Pa Daed which you grt to via ban wang tan.

[DogNo1]

You might try contacting NancyL. She seems to be knowledgeable about these kinds of things.

[Tywais]

Not a million miles from you; did you check out the mc kean hospital. Within the grounds is a rehab type sheltered bungalows. Its called Dok kaew gardens (i think)

Its jyst over the river from Pa Daed which you grt to via ban wang tan.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dok-Kaew-Gardens-Assisted-Living-Facility/123719217654892

http://www.mckean.or.th/en/home/

http://www.careresortchiangmai.com/

Regarding NancyL - http://www.lannacarenet.org/

[davehowden]

Thank you all so much for your help, much appreciated.

[hmficc]

I keep a copy of " Finial Exit". It is the Trip Advisor for life's most feared adventure. None of us are getting out of this alive.

[NancyL]

Yes, there are options available locally. Certainly either McKean Rehabilitation Center or Dok Kaew Assisted Living. They're next to each other -- McKean can provide nursing home level of care while Dok Kaew is for people who are more independent. Also, it's possible to arrange in-home care in Chiang Mai, but that can take some time to arrange and can actually be more expensive than staying at McKean/Dok Kaew, depending upon someone's needs.

PM me for the mobile phone numbers of the English-language administrators at McKean and Dok Kaew or [email protected] or call the LCN phone number of 085.709.8801 to discuss these options, plus in-home options.

Care Resort is out near Mae Rim. I don't know if they're able to provide hospice-type services. I think it's intended more as sheltered living for the elderly, but a phone call or email to check out their capabilities would be easy enough. The owner, Peter is very responsive to inquiries.

Edited December 19, 2014 by NancyL

[Tywais]

Care Resort is out near Mae Rim. I don't know if they're able to provide hospice-type services. I think it's intended more as sheltered living for the elderly, but a phone call or email to check out their capabilities would be easy enough. The owner, Peter is very responsive to inquiries.

The reason I put them up was the below info on their website. Found several assisted living sites but didn't really fit the OPs request.

Short-Term Stay

Events occur in life where some short term care in a luxury resort can be very welcome

Recuperation

After an illness, accident or an operation an extra level of care may be required. Where better to relax and recuperate than Care Resort Chiang Mai with on-site nursing and carers

[NancyL]

Oh yes, Care Resort is definitely worth checking out. It's a work-in-progress on the transition from being a conventional resort (Away Suansawan) to a senior living facility (Care Resort) The owner is British and very easy to contact by phone or email to see what services they currently offer. The facilities are nice -- plusher than Dok Kaew. But, if someone needs access to hospice care, then McKean would be a better choice since there are doctors on duty and much more experience with end-of-life care.

Edited December 19, 2014 by NancyL

[cardinalblue]

Usually hospice care means terminally ill for a specific disease....

Doesn't sound to be the case in this one; LVN or MA care could be more appropriate for broad-based nursing care...

[evenstevens]

Oh yes, Care Resort is definitely worth checking out. It's a work-in-progress on the transition from being a conventional resort (Away Suansawan) to a senior living facility (Care Resort) The owner is British and very easy to contact by phone or email to see what services they currently offer. The facilities are nice -- plusher than Dok Kaew.

but just a few months ago on a thread, u were posting the opposite appraisals of care resort, out in the boonies, poor occupancy levels etc etc

nice to see u have taken my views on board (same thread) care resort has a lot to offer

a lovely evening to all

[northernjohn]

Oh yes, Care Resort is definitely worth checking out. It's a work-in-progress on the transition from being a conventional resort (Away Suansawan) to a senior living facility (Care Resort) The owner is British and very easy to contact by phone or email to see what services they currently offer. The facilities are nice -- plusher than Dok Kaew. But, if someone needs access to hospice care, then McKean would be a better choice since there are doctors on duty and much more experience with end-of-life care.

I believe the starting price was about 44,000 baht. Yes it has great amenities but the cost is not cheap. I looked it up and was impressed but it is defiantly not a cheap place. Yes they are working towards a definite care center.

[NancyL]

Oh yes, Care Resort is definitely worth checking out. It's a work-in-progress on the transition from being a conventional resort (Away Suansawan) to a senior living facility (Care Resort) The owner is British and very easy to contact by phone or email to see what services they currently offer. The facilities are nice -- plusher than Dok Kaew.

but just a few months ago on a thread, u were posting the opposite appraisals of care resort, out in the boonies, poor occupancy levels etc etc

All I was saying is that it's worth calling Care Resort in this situation to see what they could offer the OP -- my original observations still stand and aren't especially relevant in this situation.