Aged Care
We specialise in aged care construction here in Adelaide.
We have significant experience in this sector and understand the difference to general residential works. Construction requests could range from minor carpet replacements to major reconfigurations or full builds. We have a highly skilled team that communicates strongly, ensuring quality finishes and happy residents.
Actively working with different retirement villages has helped us understand the needs of both our clients and their residents. We take pride in our site-level care, provide full transparency and ensure our responsiveness is highly reliable.
Scope of Works
- Full Site Development: Capable of developing sites from the ground up, including complete unit gutting and rebuilding.
- Major Projects: Can handle large-scale upgrades and reconfigurations to meet the evolving needs of aged care residents.
- Medium Works: Major refurbishments, such as reconfiguring layouts, adding floors or bathrooms, expanding rooms, and significant structural work (e.g. pouring cement).
- Minor Works: Includes replacing carpets, repainting walls, and updating appliances.
Client Relationships
- Dedicated Supervisor: We ensure a dedicated supervisor watches over different clients to ensure requests are responded to without long wait times.
- Current Clients: We currently work with different aged care homes in Adelaide, South Australia, maintaining high rapport and quality standards.
- Waitlists: There is demand for upgrades in 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units which we specialise in and can complete upon request.
Aged Care-Specific Considerations
- Understanding the Demographic: Since we actively complete work in different aged care villages, we understand the unique needs of elderly residents and how to ensure they remain happy.
- Site Sensitivity: Unless otherwise requested by the client, we take start and end times into consideration such as no noisy work starting before 8am.
- Safety & Respect: We make sure all tradespeople assigned to work show respect, do not swear unnecessarily and ensure their behaviour is not disruptive in any way.
- Non-Standard Construction: Aged care related works are similar to standard construction projects but we have a strong grasp on the unique difference between the two.
Competitive Advantage
- Responsiveness: The supervisors at NDK Constructions are hands-on with their supervision and actively present on their managed sites.
- Transparency: We avoid excessive provisional sums and variations to ensure costing and prices for jobs remain clear and transparent.
- Client Trust: Strong emphasis is placed on our response time, transparency with pricing and strong understanding of the sector.
Feedback from Clients
- Direct Feedback: Active clients have commended us for our responsiveness and quality of work. They have also said many positives about our communication skills and ability to keep all necessary parties informed at every step.
Reliable Aged Care Experience
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Testimonials
We take pride in providing a high level of building services to our clients, check out some of the fantastic testimonials we've received.
"Nick Kanaan, was readily contactable throughout the process, never appeared stressed even when we changed a few things along the way, and always had a solution."
Dr Richard Goodwin
"I've used Nick from NDK Constructions for the last few projects on a commercial property I own. No job is ever too big or small for Nick - he treats every project with equal importance. He is diligent and his workmanship is second to none."
Chris Reaich
"Nick understands the ins and outs of the industry better than most, and his hands-on approach as well as ensuring the build was as seamless as possible were his most valued attributes."
Rick D'Andrea
D'Andrea Architects
FAQ
Below are some of our more frequently asked questions. If you still have more questions, don't hesistate to call us or use our contact form.
What building codes and standards apply to aged-care home construction in SA?
There are specific codes set that ensure safety, accessibility and livability for residents. Any aged-care home built must adhere to the Building Code of Australia (BCA) as part of the National Construction Code (NCC) and any relevant Ministerial Building Standards.
Are there specific design guidelines for aged-care homes?
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has taken the initiative to outline a National Aged Care Design Principles and Guidelines for the aged-care sector. The guideline promotes safe, comfortable and supportive environments for residents. To achieve this, the guidelines take into account factors such as independence participation, mobility and cultural diversity.
What are the Aged Care Quality Standards, and how do they affect building design?
Aged Care Quality Standards such as dignity, choice, safety and effective care must be met for government subsidised homes. Accreditation and ongoing funding is provided only if the above standards are compliant.
Are there recommendations for the size or model of aged-care homes?
Resident independence is the of the government and is encouraged via smaller, household-style models that promotes and supports a homelike environment. These types of models are recommended within the National Aged Care Design Principles and Guidelines but are not mandatory.
What costs are involved in building or operating an aged-care home?
The cost for construction varies based on design, location and services provided. In regards to residents, fees can include accommodation costs, means-tested care fees and a basic daily fee. Subsidisations are provided to eligible facilities by the Australian Government with funding tied to meeting quality and design standards.
What is the process for government funding and accreditation?
Resident needs and means assessments determine funding. To receive government subsidies, the homes must meet quality standards, be accredited and undergo regular assessments.
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