Huntleigh Home
At a glance
- Vacancy
- No
- Name
- Huntleigh Home
- Category
- Hospital
- Address
- 221 Karori Road
Karori
Wellington 6012 - Postal Address
- Same as above
- Region
- Wellington
- Phone
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- Fax
- View Fax Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
Personnel
- Manager
- Anna Roberts - 04 464 2020
- Owner
- Presbyterian Support Central - 04 439 4900
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Huntleigh Home is hugely popular. Conveniently located in central Karori, it’s a warm and vibrant place to live. The modern home overlooks a sunny central courtyard, and residents enjoy the indoor-outdoor living.
Huntleigh Home offers hospital level care for older people with high clinical needs, complex medical conditions, and/or those who need support to do simple daily tasks.
At Enliven, we create age-friendly communities where people are happy and thrive regardless of their age or ability. As well as providing day-to-day support and clinical care, we take into account the physical, social, emotional, and cultural needs of each person we support.
Our elder-directed philosophy means we put residents at the heart of everything we do. When you or your loved one moves into an Enliven home, you’re joining a unique and special community. This means we work to ensure the elders of Huntleigh Home have companionship, variety and spontaneity, fun, meaningful activity, and purpose in their lives. It ensures that elders are involved in decisions that relate to both their personal wellbeing and what happens at their home.
Our staff are not only highly trained, they’re also friendly, caring and embrace our elder-directed philosophy of care. Our nurses are on-duty 24-hours-a-day and the doctor also visits regularly. We are in regular contact with residents to ensure all clinical needs are met.
As an Enliven home, we’re proud to be more than just ‘family friendly’. At Huntleigh Home, your family is part of our family, which means you’ll find there are no set visiting times. After all, family, friends, and the community play a big part in life here.
Huntleigh Home offers hospital level care for older people with high clinical needs, complex medical conditions, and/or those who need support to do simple daily tasks.
At Enliven, we create age-friendly communities where people are happy and thrive regardless of their age or ability. As well as providing day-to-day support and clinical care, we take into account the physical, social, emotional, and cultural needs of each person we support.
Our elder-directed philosophy means we put residents at the heart of everything we do. When you or your loved one moves into an Enliven home, you’re joining a unique and special community. This means we work to ensure the elders of Huntleigh Home have companionship, variety and spontaneity, fun, meaningful activity, and purpose in their lives. It ensures that elders are involved in decisions that relate to both their personal wellbeing and what happens at their home.
Our staff are not only highly trained, they’re also friendly, caring and embrace our elder-directed philosophy of care. Our nurses are on-duty 24-hours-a-day and the doctor also visits regularly. We are in regular contact with residents to ensure all clinical needs are met.
As an Enliven home, we’re proud to be more than just ‘family friendly’. At Huntleigh Home, your family is part of our family, which means you’ll find there are no set visiting times. After all, family, friends, and the community play a big part in life here.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 43 |
| Vacancy | No |
| Large, downstairs room with ensuite. | |
| Impending vacancy | No |
| Short stay considered | No |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms from $15.00 -$20.00/day up to $35.00 -$50.00/day as at 08 Jul 2025 |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | Yes |
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Updated: 14 Jul 2025 |
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Testimonials
| There are many reasons why people enjoy living at Enliven’s Huntleigh Home. We asked some of the residents that live there what they like the most about their home. “The recreation programme is wonderful and they think of so many different things to do. I’ve done things here I never thought I would enjoy,” – Dale, resident. “The staff are friendly and welcoming, they’re cheerful, very capable and they love what they do. I feel at home here” – Effie, resident. “Huntleigh has excellent caregivers. I get the support I need and still get to continue with all of the things I want to do.” – Arlene, resident. |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | Rostered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | 1 to 2 times a week, or more if required | |
| Occupational Therapist | Yes | On a consultancy basis | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | No | Daily, with a programme organised 7 days a week | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | Available once a week | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | On a consultancy basis | |
| Dietitian | Yes | On a consultancy basis | |
| Kaumatua | Yes | On a consultancy basis | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Available on request | |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Wound Care | Yes | |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | |
| Continence Advice | Yes | |
| Infection Control | Yes | |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | |
| Clinical Management | Yes | |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | |
| Carer Support | Yes | |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
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| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | The rooms can be furnished, but residents are invited to make the space their own. You can bring along your own familiar furniture and furnishings. Many residents bring along photos, artwork, ornaments, furniture and bed covers. |
| Single Rooms | Yes | Each room is larger than the average room in most facilities |
| Rooms suitable for a couple | Yes | We welcome couples at Huntleigh Home, talk to us about the options available. |
| Ensuite | Yes | |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | We encourage enjoyment a drink with family and friends |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | Some pets belong to the home and residents have chosen to look after them. Other pets have moved in with their owners. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | We understand that pets are part of the family too. Talk to us about your pet moving into the home with you – pets are usually welcomed with open arms as long as they get on with other people and animals. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Most rooms have a jackpoint. The connection and calls are costs borne by the resident |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
| Cater for under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | Residents enjoy the community feel, shared lounges, entertaining areas and gardens/courtyards. |
| Outings | Yes | Regular outings are arranged by the acitivities co-ordinator |
| Whānau Room | Yes | Depending room availability |
| Māori Kaupapa | No | However we support cultural diversity |
| Residents Committee | Yes | A meeting is held monthly |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Only outside or in the smokers room |
| Semi-Secure | Yes | |
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Updated: 17 Oct 2024 |
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Special Features
| * In the heart Karori * Close to the bus stop, Karori shopping mall, library and Community centre * Large single rooms with TV provided in each room * Centrally heated with individual controls in each room Eden Alternative- a philosophy of care We have adopted the Eden Alternative at Huntleigh Home, which means we work to create vibrant living and work environments for our residents. We encourage residents to maintain their own routines and continue with hobbies and interests. Residents' pets, the presence of children, plenty of plants and gardens and a high level of local community involvement is a part of our Homes' everyday life. |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
Interests & Activities
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A highlight for many residents is the social life and companionship at Huntleigh Home. As well as enjoying the company of others at a similar stage of life, Huntleigh Home residents get involved in organising daily happenings and special events – making the most of the varied social calendar. We have a wide range of interest groups. Regular activities and events include sight-seeing trips, guest entertainers, craft, themed parties and gardening. Activity and interest groups and programmes are tailored to the interests of residents. This may include: , Activity programme, Age Concern, Aromatherapy, Art, Arthritis society, BBQ, Big print books, Bingo, Board games, Bridge, Canine friends, Cards, Care and Craft, Chapel, Children, Church, Classical Music, , Concerts, Cooking, Craft, Dancing, Email, Entertainers, Entertainment, Exercises, Flower arranging, Games, Garden, Gardening, Greypower, Happy Hour, Holidays, Housie, Indoor Games, Internet, Jigsaw, Library, Lotto, Mah Jong, Men, Minibus, Movies, Music, Newspaper reading, Outings, Parties, Pianist, , Quizzes, Reading, Reflexology, Roses, RSA, Shopping, Sing-a-longs, Singing, Sky TV, Videos |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| What's included in your fees and what's not | Please call for information regarding fees | |
| Staffing qualifications and details | The facility is lead by the Clinical Nurse Leader and is fully staffed with registered nurses and caregivers. All staff undertake training as per the Quality plan, and other inservice training is arranged depending on needs.The clinical staff are supported with the kitchen, laundry and cleaning staff. The overall leadership is directed by the Manager who has worked in the aged care sector for many years. | |
| Details about meals | Each day we provide our residents their breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and snacks. We’ll make sure you always have plenty of delicious food to enjoy. Our menus are co-designed by a dietician and chef to ensure there is plenty of diversity and that your meals are nutritious and satisfying, made right on-site. We encourage you to enjoy your meals in the dining room with your friends. Morning and afternoon tea is served around the home and snacks and fruit are always available in the dining room or kitchenettes. | |
| Associated Complexes | Adjacent to Huntleigh Hospital and Rest Home is Huntleigh retirement apartments. | |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
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| Afrikaans | Yes | |
| Cook Island Maori | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian Indian | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | This will be arranged if required |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
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| Christian | Yes | |
| Inter denominational | Yes | |
| Non denominational | Yes | |
| Presbyterian | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | Yes | Huntleigh Home welcomes people of all religious backgrounds and assists residents in making arrangements for worship |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
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| Public Transport | 0.00 Km | Immediately outside the facility on Karori Rd |
| Shops | 0.30 Km | Karori Shopping Mall and Marsden Village |
| Mall | 0.30 Km | See above |
| Parks | 0.00 Km | Indoor swimming centre is behind Huntleigh |
| Library | 0.30 Km | Karori Library |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
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Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership RC | Status | Details |
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| Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA) | Yes | |
| Retirement Villages Association of New Zealand [Inc] (RVA) | Yes | |
| Spark of Life | Yes | |
| The Eden Alternative | Yes | Huntleigh Home has adopted the Eden Alternative. Working to create vibrant living for our residents. Pets, the presence of children, plenty of plants and gardens and a high level of local community involvement is a part of our Homes' everyday life. |
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Updated: 9 Nov 2022 |
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