Tartu Südamekodu

Tartu Südamekodu opened its doors in 2024.
Located next to the Estonian National Museum, the care home is designed specifically with the needs of the elderly in mind, offering a diverse living environment and meaningful activities for all residents. We provide high-quality and professional general care services for seniors. Tartu Südamekodu is well suited for elderly people with mobility impairments, and the building also has an elevator. Residents’ days are filled year-round with a variety of engaging activities.

Services

Nursing service

A nurse works at Südamekodu, drawing up nursing plans for residents and participating in the preparation of care plans. The nurse monitors the health of residents, performs nursing procedures as necessary, and cooperates with various parties, including residents' relatives, specialists, family doctors, etc. The nurse is responsible for ordering and distributing medication. To achieve better care results, functional beds and, if necessary, anti-bedsore mattresses and other aids are used to improve mobility.

Hygiene services

Weekly general washing of residents, during which hand and foot care is provided. Personal laundry is washed once a week, bed linen is changed, and rooms are cleaned. More frequently if necessary. Assistance and guidance are provided for oral hygiene and toileting. A sauna is available for use.

Activities

You can use the activity room, recreation rooms, and kitchenette, and fresh newspapers are delivered to the house every day. There are televisions in the recreation areas. We also organize various events.

The wishes and needs of residents are taken into account when planning daily and recreational activities, and all activities are adapted to each person's abilities. An activity instructor works at Südamekodu.

Accommodation

Accommodation is provided in single and double rooms. The building has a large lift for moving between floors, which can accommodate both a stretcher and a wheelchair.

Catering

Meals are served four times a day at Südamekodu. Three times a day, delicious home-cooked meals are served, and a midnight snack is also provided. The menu is varied and suitable for the elderly. The menu is designed to meet the needs of diabetics and people with allergies. Each floor has coffee and tea making facilities and a shared refrigerator for clients to use.

Natural environment

The building is located in a scenic area in Raadi. The courtyard of Südamekodu has preserved old blast embankments that have been maintained and integrated into the park landscape. The outdoor area also features many private spots where residents can meet with their loved ones.

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    Price list

    PROVIDED SERVICESERVICE PRICE
    CARE COMPONENT (part of the service fee covered by the local municipality)

    The service fee includes the cost of care staff per resident. This part is covered by the local municipality within the limits it has set. This amount is not added to the resident’s or co-financier’s invoice; instead, Südamekodud settles the care component separately with the local municipality.
    810€
    ELDERLY CARE SERVICE LEVEL 1

    For residents with low care needs

    Elderly Care Service level 1 is intended for residents with low care needs who are able to independently manage many self-care activities but require minimal or partial guidance and assistance with daily activities. Our professional and experienced staff provide support with eating, dressing, mobility, washing, handling daily matters, etc.
    1800€*
    ELDERLY CARE SERVICE LEVEL 2

    For residents with moderate care needs

    Elderly Care Service level 2 is intended for residents with moderate care needs who require partial or full guidance and assistance with many daily activities provided by our experienced staff. Our professional and experienced staff assist with eating, hygiene procedures, handling daily matters, dressing, changing incontinence products, mobility, etc.
    +150 €
    ELDERLY CARE SERVICE LEVEL 3

    For residents with high care needs

    Elderly Care Service level 3 is intended for residents with high care needs whose physical capacity is very limited and/or who suffer from memory disorders. The resident requires full care and assistance with daily activities and self-care. Our professional and experienced staff assist with eating, cleaning, handling daily matters, dressing, changing incontinence products, repositioning, mobility, washing, stoma care, catheter replacement, etc.
    +250 €
    ELDERLY CARE SERVICE LEVEL 4

    Elderly Care Service level 4 is intended for residents diagnosed with dementia syndrome, assessed cognitive impairment (using the Mini-Mental test), a severe infection, or who suffer from a dependency disorder (e.g. alcoholism or drug addiction).
    The resident requires care, supervision and assistance with daily activities and self-care. Our professional and experienced staff assist with eating, cleaning, handling daily matters, dressing, changing incontinence products, repositioning, mobility, washing, stoma care, catheter replacement, etc.
    +350 €
    RESERVATION FEE

    The reservation fee applies if a vacant place is offered by Südamekodud and the prospective resident wishes to reserve the place without starting to use the service immediately. During the reservation period, the elderly care home place is kept for the resident and is not offered to other interested parties. The reservation fee applies from the 4th day.
    45€ / day
    PRIVATE ROOM+450 €
    LARGE PRIVATE ROOM+600 €
    Incontinence products (diapers, pull-up diapers, pads)According to actual cost
    MedicinesAccording to actual cost

    *The exact cost of care will be determined during a personal consultation and assessment of care needs.
    Each Südamekodu has its own characteristics, which determine the possibilities and limitations of the services provided. More detailed information is available from the respective Südamekodu.
    The level of care services is determined at the time of admission to the care service. The client, co-financier, and service provider participate in the process. If the need for care services changes, the price may also change according to the level and price list.

    The service includes

    Accommodation
    Catering 4 times a day
    24/7 caregiving
    Assistance with washing/hygiene procedures
    Supervision for safety purposes
    Assistance with medication administration and purchase
    Nursing service as needed (including nursing care in the care home)
    Laundry
    Daily maintenance of rooms
    Electrically adjustable bed if needed
    Opportunity to participate in activities
    If necessary, aids for preventing/treating bedsores
    Safe and well-maintained outdoor area
    Professional and caring staff

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