Welcome
Our vision is to be known and sought after by families, residents and staff as a facility that provides safe, professional care in a fun and genuine caring environment.
We approach all we do with a positive energy, care, compassion and integrity to make a difference to people’s lives.
At Cook Street Nursing Care Centre (CNSCC) we pride ourselves in delivering quality care. We have a bit of magic at our home due to our small, intimate facility size. We get to know you and your loved ones on a personal level. Our goal is to provide genuine, person centered care for all of our residents. We are very proud to have just been awarded a four year certification. This recognised the atmosphere, environment and care model we provide.
About Us
Cook St Nursing Care Centre is a private, family owned facility. Portwell Care Ltd combines not only Anna Blackwell and Wayne Porter’s names, but brings their experience and background to Cook Street Nursing Care Centre. Anna has been a registered nurse for close to 30 years now. Her background is extensive having worked in many settings before settling into the Aged Care Sector 10 years ago. Wayne’s background is in trucking and logistics. Having owned his own business previously he has an amazing tool kit of practicality.
We have around 35 staff, with a turnover rate sitting at around 3.5 – 4% – this means many of our staff stay and know their stuff. They have as much pride in the service they provide and the reputation of Cook St as Anna and Wayne do.
We provide care for up to 30 residents. We are centrally located in Palmerston North. The demand for our service is high. Always ring or call in to tell us about your specific requirements.
Our team
Anna Blackwell
Director of Clinical and Support Services
Hi, I’m Anna Blackwell, Registered Nurse and co-owner here at Cook Street. My wide range of experience and passion for aged care done well, has bought me to Cook Street. Leading a team and fronting great care are my passions. Being able to own my own business and make decisions on the spot to do what needs doing is a privilege and responsibility that I don’t take lightly. Cook St Nursing Care Centre is a fun and caring place that I am very proud to run with my husband Wayne.
Wayne Porter
Director of Operations and Procurement
Hi, I’m Wayne Porter and co own Cook St Nursing Care Centre with Anna. My job here is to keep everything running smoothly, from having food in the kitchen and cleaning supplies onsite to the day to maintenance around the building . I make sure that your family members have what they need, when they need it. I take our responsibility to residents, family and staff very seriously – while having fun at the same time.
Brian Momongan
Clinical Nurse Leader
I initially took up nursing to take better care of my grandfather. Unfortunately he passed away on my second year of study. I persevered and earned my Bachelor’s degree back in 2011 in the Philippines. I then received my registration on the same year and did about a year and a half of volunteer work as a medical-surgical nurse at one of the local hospitals. Later on I was accepted to a tertiary hospital and worked in the Emergency Department for a couple of years. I proceeded to take up the Competency Assessment Programme for Overseas Registered Nurses late 2016 in UCOL and received my registration here in New Zealand. Wanting to return to my initial calling for Aged Care, I applied to Cook Street Nursing Care Centre and have been working here since. I remain passionate in caring for the elderly and have made great friendships with them. I look forward to continuing my work in trying to improve their quality of life, even just by a little.