The people
The people
make the place
Rest home and hospital care
Our residents are cared for as people – not as patients – by loyal, committed staff who genuinely love what they do. With fewer than 50 residents, personal connection and care are just part of our every work day.
Friendly faces
We are proud to offer a high staff-to-patient ratio. The majority of our staff have been with us for more than four years, which means they form closer relationships with our residents and can offer very high standard of care. We also offer physiotherapy and podiatry services.
Our doors are open
Visitors are always welcome to stop by, stay for a meal or sleep overnight if a loved one is unwell. We often host birthday parties and other small celebrations, to ensure all those little milestones are marked and enjoyed.
Yogendri Rajah
Fairview Care Manager
Yogendri is the Care Manager at Fairview Care, joining the team in January 2023 after 14 years in senior nursing roles at Te Whatu Ora – Waitemata District. She is a South African-trained nurse with more than 25 years of nursing experience acquired in South Africa, the United Kingdom and New Zealand.
Her extensive experience in acute care spans a diverse range of medicine specialties, leadership and management. Yogendri’s Master’s pathway is “Health & Wellness of Older Adults” via AUT. Her “passion for compassion ” drives her holistic person-centric model of care, where the residents are a part of our Fairview community whilst being empowered to maintain their individuality. Evidence-based practice is her cornerstone to ensure that everyday practice is role modelled at its highest level.
“If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.”
Dalai Lama
Frances Virtudazo
Clinical Nurse Lead
Frances Yra Virtudazo, SAUDI RN, NZRN, AURN, has been in the health industry for 11 years.
She gained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2011 in the Philippines. From 2011 to 2013, she volunteered at Red Cross, worked as a nurse Vaccinator, worked in her grandmother’s hospital in the province, trained at National Kidney Transplant Institute (NKTI) and works as a Talent/Actress in the Philippines. In November 2013, she moved to Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as a nurse, where she was rotated in different areas such as Theatre, ER, Pedia, Dental and Dermatology. Whilst working in Saudi Arabia, she also has 2nd Job as Storekeeper where she deals with medical supplies.
In October 2015, she migrated to New Zealand. She completed Healthcare Level 5 and worked as a Health Care Assistant in Auckland, Team Leader Support worker specialising in Traumatic Brain Injury and Spinal Cord Injury and as a service crew while waiting for her NZ Nursing registration. In 2018, Frances finished her training in Fairview Care LTD and became a nurse in Fairview. In 2021, Frances became the Clinical Lead Nurse and completed her Nurturing Older Adult Health (NOAH) Aged Residential Care.
During her time off from providing medical care, Frances is also an active volunteer in Auckland Tamaki Makaurau in the community where they provide all the national events in New Zealand and she also attends different hiking and social groups.
Elenor Romero
Diversional Therapist
Eleanor Romero is a former Quality Assurance Team Leader in a big corporation back in the Philippines for almost 20 years. As she migrated to New Zealand 6 years ago, she pursued the Diversional and Recreational Therapy practice, completing her qualification in Kauri Academy and accomplished her registration to the NZSDRT last 2020.
Eleanor is currently working as a Registered Diversional and Recreational therapist in Fairview Care. She was awarded as Diversional Therapist of the Year in her alma mater for the therapeutic recreational activity she is leading in Fairview Care with her residents and whanau and was featured in Seven Sharp News 1 doing Cardio Drumming for the elderly who was also nominated as a finalist in New Zealand Aged Care Association.
As part of the Fairview team, Ellen is always looking forward to coming to work every day, supporting and enhancing residents’ quality of life through meaningful programmes which bring purpose and a sense of belonging.
Vasiti Olosoni
Senior Health Care Assistant
Vasiti is from Tonga, and has worked as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) for 24 years. She’s been part of the team at Fairview Care as a senior HCA since 2006. Vasiti really enjoys attending training and seminars that help her become more efficient and effective in her work.
A truly compassionate person, she gives the residents tender loving care, treating them like they are her own parents or grandparents. Vasiti has experienced being a patient herself, so she understands what our residents are going through. She relates to their fears, anxieties, loneliness and pride.
They have become her family, and whatever challenges they are facing – physical, emotional, psychological or spiritual – Vasiti is ready to support them. She sees herself as a caregiver with a big heart.
Darlene Eweje
Fairview Care ManagerDarlene is the Care Manager at Fairview Care, joining the team in May 2014 after four years at Waitemata District Health Board. She is a UK-trained nurse with over 20 years’ experience working in a variety of settings, including clinical, management and leadership roles. With a Masters in Community Health Nursing at Massey University, Darlene has a special interest in caring for older adults, supporting their independence, maintaining their identities and individualities, celebrating who they were and ensuring their journey at Fairview Care is a positive one. She strongly believes in change and improvement, and will often ask the question, “What can we do to make things better for our residents?
Darlene Eweje
Fairview Care ManagerDarlene is the Care Manager at Fairview Care, joining the team in May 2014 after four years at Waitemata District Health Board. She is a UK-trained nurse with over 20 years’ experience working in a variety of settings, including clinical, management and leadership roles. With a Masters in Community Health Nursing at Massey University, Darlene has a special interest in caring for older adults, supporting their independence, maintaining their identities and individualities, celebrating who they were and ensuring their journey at Fairview Care is a positive one. She strongly believes in change and improvement, and will often ask the question, “What can we do to make things better for our residents?
Glare Paunel
Diversional TherapistGlare completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 1995, a Diploma in Professional Education in 2008 and a year later, she completed units in a Master’s in Education majoring in Special Education (Learning Disability). Glare worked in the Philippines for several years as a teacher, and moved to New Zealand in 2016. Soon after completing a Certificate in Diversional Therapy, she was employed by Fairview Care. Glare finds working with the elderly to be deeply fulfilling. As part of the Fairview Care team, she makes significant and enriching connections, working closely with the residents and their families on a daily basis. Glare cherishes these special bonds, and gains a great deal of satisfaction working in Faiview Care.
Glare Paunel
Diversional TherapistGlare completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 1995, a Diploma in Professional Education in 2008 and a year later, she completed units in a Master’s in Education majoring in Special Education (Learning Disability). Glare worked in the Philippines for several years as a teacher, and moved to New Zealand in 2016. Soon after completing a Certificate in Diversional Therapy, she was employed by Fairview Care. Glare finds working with the elderly to be deeply fulfilling. As part of the Fairview Care team, she makes significant and enriching connections, working closely with the residents and their families on a daily basis. Glare cherishes these special bonds, and gains a great deal of satisfaction working in Faiview Care.
Astrid Rivera
Clinical Nurse LeadAstrid has been a registered nurse for nearly eight years. She gained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2009 in the Philippines, and moved to New Zealand in 2011 for new opportunities. In 2012, she gained a Post Graduate Diploma in Infection Prevention and Control, completed a short course in Certificate Nursing in New Zealand (Level 7), and gained her nursing registration. In 2013, Astrid moved to Matamata and started working as a nurse, then moved to Auckland in 2013, and joined the team at Fairview Care in June 2015. She has loved working here with our wonderful, supportive staff. She finds working in Fairview Care to be enriching and fulfilling.
Astrid Rivera
Clinical Nurse LeadAstrid has been a registered nurse for nearly eight years. She gained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2009 in the Philippines, and moved to New Zealand in 2011 for new opportunities. In 2012, she gained a Post Graduate Diploma in Infection Prevention and Control, completed a short course in Certificate Nursing in New Zealand (Level 7), and gained her nursing registration. In 2013, Astrid moved to Matamata and started working as a nurse, then moved to Auckland in 2013, and joined the team at Fairview Care in June 2015. She has loved working here with our wonderful, supportive staff. She finds working in Fairview Care to be enriching and fulfilling.
Vasiti Olosoni
Senior Health Care AssistantVasiti is from Tonga, and has worked as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) for 24 years. She’s been part of the team at Fairview Care as a senior HCA since 2006. Vasiti really enjoys attending training and seminars that help her become more efficient and effective in her work. A truly compassionate person, she gives the residents tender loving care, treating them like they are her own parents or grandparents. Vasiti has experienced being a patient herself, so she understands what our residents are going through. She relates to their fears, anxieties, loneliness and pride. They have become her family, and whatever challenges they are facing – physical, emotional, psychological or spiritual – Vasiti is ready to support them. She sees herself as a care giver with a big heart.
Vasiti Olosoni
Senior Health Care AssistantVasiti is from Tonga, and has worked as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) for 24 years. She’s been part of the team at Fairview Care as a senior HCA since 2006. Vasiti really enjoys attending training and seminars that help her become more efficient and effective in her work. A truly compassionate person, she gives the residents tender loving care, treating them like they are her own parents or grandparents. Vasiti has experienced being a patient herself, so she understands what our residents are going through. She relates to their fears, anxieties, loneliness and pride. They have become her family, and whatever challenges they are facing – physical, emotional, psychological or spiritual – Vasiti is ready to support them. She sees herself as a care giver with a big heart.
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