The Welcome Home package
We understand that transitioning from hospital to home can be a stressful experience.
Our RockPool reps are here to help you feel at ease during this process.
How does the Welcome Home package work?
With our Welcome Home Package, you’ll be matched with a dedicated RockPool Rep who will prepare your home and provide regular, reliable support as needed. We help you get back to your normal day-to-day quick smart!
Our RockPool rep can help you with:
Cleaning and tidying your home before discharge, including fridge clear-out and linen changes
Providing rides home and transportation to and from follow-up appointments
Housekeeping, pet care, grocery shopping, and meal preparation
Delivering gift baskets from family
Plus more!
What is the cost of a Welcome Home package?
We create tailored packages designed to help individuals transition home from hospital. Our goal is to provide support that meets your specific needs. Reach out to us today to explore bespoke options and find pricing that fits your budget.
Frequently asked questions
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RockPool does not provide medical aged care support such as bathing, feeding, assistance with toileting, medicaton management or wound care.
We will work with your preferred provider to support your needs.
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Our team offer assistance with non-medical tasks, akin to the type of support that extended family provide.
Support could involve light cleaning, gardening, meal prep, rides and errands, admin support or general companionship.
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Our service does not involve medical tasks that would otherwise be performed by a trained care professional so our team members do not administer medication, conduct lifting, showering or other personal care activities, take medical readings or provide medical recommendations.
Requirement to politely decline out of scope activity is included in our training and contract.
By removing the medical aspect of home support we reduce risk of accidental injuries or flawed medical care.
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We follow the industry gold standard to ensure safety and peace of mind.
Our rigorous vetting process involves in-person interviews, police checks and reference checks. We onboard all team members with training (including basic first aid, dementia friends, compliance acknowlegments) and offer trial visits.
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We manage performance on an ongoing basis via community reviews. We also offer a formal complaints and resolution process.
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No! Members are not responsible for child-minding when opting in for a family-friendly visit.
Our team are always expected to supervise their own children at all times during a visit.
Of course, part of our mission is to bring the joy of children to the homes of kiwi seniors so you can choose to engage and enjoy the company of the children as much or as little as you would like.