Colwyn House Lifecare
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Yes
- Name
- Colwyn House Lifecare
- Category
- Psychogeriatric
- Address
- 707 Duke Street
Mahora
Hastings 4120 - Postal Address
- Same as above
- Region
- Hawke's Bay
- Phone
- View Phone Number
- View Email Address
- Web
- Visit Website
- Social Media
FacebookPersonnel
- Manager
- Kelly Hayes
- Owner
- Heritage Lifecare - 0800 786 589
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At Colwyn House, you are at home with us.
We are a friendly, caring community. Become part of our Colwyn House family and be cared for by our wonderful staff, whilst making new friends and learning new activities.
Colwyn House is Hawke's Bay's specialised home for Dementia and Psychogeriatric care. Our home is purpose built for Dementia and Psychogeriatric residents, and our caring staff are trained and specialised. The well-appointed rooms all look out onto sheltered courtyards or landscaped gardens and come complete with a 24-hour call bell system and WiFi.
We have a range of levels of care for Dementia care, so if your health needs change, we can care for you now and into the future.
Part of the Hastings community, Colwyn House is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens. We offer everything from hairdressing to podiatry and appointment transportation. We have a range of recreational activities including board games, gardening, crafts, movies and indoor bowls. Our facility van is also always on hand for outings.
At Heritage Lifecare, our homes reflect the residents who chose us, the local communities around us and the people that support and work for us. You are at home with us. Contact us today to talk through your needs.
Photos are representative of Heritage Lifecare.
We are a friendly, caring community. Become part of our Colwyn House family and be cared for by our wonderful staff, whilst making new friends and learning new activities.
Colwyn House is Hawke's Bay's specialised home for Dementia and Psychogeriatric care. Our home is purpose built for Dementia and Psychogeriatric residents, and our caring staff are trained and specialised. The well-appointed rooms all look out onto sheltered courtyards or landscaped gardens and come complete with a 24-hour call bell system and WiFi.
We have a range of levels of care for Dementia care, so if your health needs change, we can care for you now and into the future.
Part of the Hastings community, Colwyn House is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens. We offer everything from hairdressing to podiatry and appointment transportation. We have a range of recreational activities including board games, gardening, crafts, movies and indoor bowls. Our facility van is also always on hand for outings.
At Heritage Lifecare, our homes reflect the residents who chose us, the local communities around us and the people that support and work for us. You are at home with us. Contact us today to talk through your needs.
Photos are representative of Heritage Lifecare.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| ORA Applies | No |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
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Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 47 |
| Vacancy | Yes |
| Impending vacancy | Yes |
| Short stay considered | No |
| Premium Accommodation Charges | Some Rooms from $30.00/day up to $30.00/day as at 13 Jun 2025 |
| MOH Certification and Audit Report | View MOH certification and audit report (opens in a new tab) |
| Extra admission requirements due to COVID-19 | No |
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Updated: 19 Jun 2025 |
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Testimonials
| "They listen to you here, they're interested in my health and looking after me as a person" Michael, Heritage Resident |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | ||
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | ||
| Physiotherapist | Yes | Available by referral | |
| Occupational Therapist | Yes | Available by referral | |
| Social Worker (on site) | Yes | Available by referral | |
| Diversional Therapist | Yes | ||
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | ||
| Hairdresser | Yes | ||
| Podiatrist | Yes | ||
| Dietitian | Yes | Our menus are approved by Dieticians | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | ||
| Kaumatua | Yes | We can arrange visits from local Kaumatua | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | We can arrange visits from local religious groups | |
| Other Personnel | Yes | We have a wide range of personnel. Should you require services outside our home, we can assist. | |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
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Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | We offer respite care to give carers a much-needed break, at the same time providing residents with care and companionship. |
| Carer Support | Yes | Our short stay programmes provide careers with a much-needed break, and support. |
| Subsidised | Yes | Talk to us to find out if you are eligible for a subsidy. |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
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Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen Management | Yes | |
| Bariatric (Care of the very overweight) | Yes | |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Wound Care | Yes | |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | |
| Continence Advice | Yes | |
| Infection Control | Yes | |
| Psychiatric Care | Yes | |
| Other Specialties | Yes | Specialised Psychogeriatric care |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
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Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | We encourage you to bring your furniture, to personalise your new home |
| Single Rooms | Yes | |
| Ensuite | Yes | |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Talk to us about options |
| Wifi | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | |
| Gay / LGBT IQ Friendly | Yes | |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | No | Talk to us or your GP about options |
| Provide End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | |
| Outings | Yes | |
| Whānau Room | Yes | |
| Māori Kaupapa | Yes | |
| Newsletter | Yes | |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Confused Residents | Yes | |
| Semi-Secure | Yes | |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
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Special Features
| At Colwyn House, our home reflects the residents who chose us, the local communities around us and the people that support and work for us. You are at home with us. Situated in the Hastings, Colwyn House has magnificent landscape and vegetable gardens, with a bird aviary area and a courtyard for quiet and peaceful sitting and relaxing. We take pride in being warm and friendly and have become renowned for our cheerful atmosphere. |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
Interests & Activities
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We are committed to providing a meaningful and flexible range of activities and events to meet the abilities and interests of our residents, considering their individual needs and cultural beliefs. When you make Colwyn House your home, we conduct an assessment with you and your whanau to identify your individual interests and their physical, cultural, creative, intellectual and social needs. We then develop an individualised activities plan to meet your needs. |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
Additional Information
| Topic | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Details about meals | Our menus are all approved by a Dietician. | |
| Visitor information | We welcome visitors into our home. | |
| Internet access | Free WiFi for residents and guests is available in the home. | |
| Associated Complexes | Colwyn House is part of the Heritage Lifecare group of care homes and villages across the country, from Invercargill to Whangarei. We have over 2,500 beds national wide and 500 independent living units. | |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
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Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
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| Other Information | Yes | We welcome all cultures and have a wide range of different languages spoken. We are also able to assist with translation services. Talk to us about your language needs. |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
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Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| (Other comments) | Yes | We welcome all religions and have access to local religious groups and services. Talk to us about your needs. |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
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Ethnic Diets
| Ethnic Diet | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Yes | We welcome all cultures and have Dieticians who develop our menus. Talk to us about your needs. |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
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Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | 0.50 Km | At the end of the street on Parkowhai Road. |
| Shops | 0.50 Km | Mahora Shopping Centre |
| Mall | 3.00 Km | |
| Parks | 0.50 Km | Cornwall Park, Frimley Park |
| Library | 3.00 Km | Talking books are delivered as required. |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
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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 | |
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Updated: 28 Apr 2025 |
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The Ministry of Health conducts regular audits of Residential Care Facilities. They can be found HERE.